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Philly man charged with 200 counts of trading child sexual abuse material
A Philadelphia man was charged with possessing hundreds of forms of child sexual abuse material, many involving babies and toddlers.
Warm Tuesday in Philadelphia region but rain is on the way
Tuesday should be mostly dry and comfortable in the Philadelphia region, but rain is on the way.
Burning tractor-trailer with "electronic materials" blocks Route 422 in Pa.
All lanes of Route 422 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, were closed Tuesday morning due to a tractor-trailer fire.
Frog Rock Golf and Country Club's main clubhouse destroyed in fire, officials say
The New Jersey State Fire Marshal is investigating a blaze that destroyed the main clubhouse at the Frog Rock Golf and Country Club in Hammonton, Atlantic County.
Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philly for 5th year
As we continue Hispanic Heritage Month, a delicious event is about to get underway starting this Sunday: Dine Latino Restaurant Week.
Israelis mourn 2 years after Hamas attack as the Gaza war grinds on
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Temple's former library now a space for public health education
Temple University's College of Public Health is now headquartered in the building that once served as the university's library.
N.J. synagogue mourns victims of Oct. 7 attacks with 1,200 Israel flags
Over 1,000 synagogues and churches are honoring victims from Oct. 7 through a project that a South Jersey group helped coordinate.
Decision to have Stott bunt played crucial role in Phillies' loss to Dodgers
The Phillies were one hit away from turning the NLDS around, but instead, Bryson Stott's bunt in the ninth led to a loss that has put Philadelphia in a 2-0 hole.
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Burning tractor-trailer with "electronic materials" blocks Route 422 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania
The fire broke out around 8 a.m., the Upper Providence Township Department of Fire and Emergency Services said on Facebook. The closure is near where Route 422 crosses Route 29 in Montgomery County.
SEPTA warns of delays on Regional Rail due to safety audit | Digital Brief
The Federal Railroad Administration is requiring SEPTA to inspect every Silverliner IV car after a series of electrical fires. That means some trains will have fewer cars than usual during the inspection period, which is expected to last about 30 days. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Frog Rock Golf and Country Club in Atlantic County, New Jersey, destroyed in fire
Hammonton fire crews were called out to the country club just after 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, after receiving reports of an explosion and a fire.
Police investigating school bus crash in Burlington County, New Jersey
Evesham Township police are investigating a school bus crash that involved at least three cars.
Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia for 5th year
Jennifer Rodriguez, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Anselmo Torres from Boca Del Mar and Joyce Giraldo from El Bochinche Restaurant joined CBS News Philadelphia on Tuesday morning to preview what to expect.
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Warm Tuesday with overnight rain that could impact Wednesday commute | NEXT Weather
Warm and sunny weather will hang on another day on Tuesday in the Philadelphia region — it should be mostly dry and comfortable, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. A few showers may pop up late in the day across far western areas, but widespread rain holds off until later and will stretch into Wednesday. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has your latest forecast.
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3 scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for discoveries in immunology
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Philly high school baseball coach raises awareness about male breast cancer
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro aims to protect vaccine access with executive order
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
This family feels love at South Jersey RMHC: "This is a miracle place"
The Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey feels like home for this teen and her mother.
Penn State, Rutgers compete in Big Ten blood drive
The Big Ten conference is getting college students involved in the fight to ease the nation's critical blood shortage.
Camden County reports first case of West Nile virus in 2025
The Camden County health department reported its first positive case of West Nile virus for 2025, officials announced Tuesday.
2 Delco hospital properties up for bid in bankruptcy proceedings
Crozer Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital were owned by Prospect Medical Holdings, which filed for bankruptcy and closed the two facilities.
Penn Medicine patients walk their way to recovery hours after spine surgeries
With encouragement and music, patients at Penn Medicine are up and walking hours after spinal surgeries.
First-of-its-kind medical robot is helping doctors perform spinal surgeries in Delaware
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
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Decision to have Stott bunt played crucial role in Phillies' loss to Dodgers
The Phillies were one hit away from turning the NLDS around, but instead, Bryson Stott's bunt in the ninth led to a loss that has put Philadelphia in a 2-0 hole.
Phillies' 9th inning rally falls short as Dodgers take 2-0 lead in NLDS
The Phillies rallied in the ninth inning, but fell short in Game 2 of the NLDS vs. the Dodgers. Now, the Phils are on the verge of being eliminated from the playoffs.
Barkley, Dickerson land on injury report before Eagles-Giants game
Saquon Barkley and Landon Dickerson each landed on the injury report before the Philadelphia Eagles' Thursday night game vs. the New York Giants.
Can Otto Kemp deliver? Phillies rookie in pressure spot in Game 2
With Harrison Bader injured, Otto Kemp suddenly finds himself in a pressure spot: starting in LF in a must-win Game 2 of the NLDS.
Groin injury forces Bader out of Phillies' lineup for Game 2 vs. LAD
Harrison Bader, who injured his groin in Game 1, was out of the Phillies' lineup for Monday's NLDS Game 2 vs. the Dodgers.
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A Phillies love story that began at Veterans Stadium more than 50 years ago
For Patrick and Carol Cassidy, their love story started more than 50 years ago, with a little help from the Phillies and a ballpark that no longer stands.
Pennsbury HS cheerleaders go beyond sidelines to lift their community
The pompoms at Pennsbury High School aren't just for game day. This week's Spreading the Love takes us to Bucks County, where the varsity cheerleaders are proving their spirit goes far beyond the sidelines.
Coatesville teen turns family's basement into haunted hotel
Halloween is coming early in one Coatesville neighborhood, thanks to the imagination of 16-year-old Joseph Venziale.
Philly 10-year-old turns love for Phanatic into designs that give back
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a South Philly 10-year-old whose Phillies pride is inspiring big designs — and even bigger generosity.
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Staff at naval installation in Northeast Philly proud to keep U.S. safe
People who work at the naval installation in Northeast Philadelphia are proud to keep America safe.
Battleship New Jersey honors legacy of Navy Commodore John Barry
The Irish-born Philadelphian Commodore John Barry was more than just a naval hero; he was a founding force in America's fight for independence.
Meet the Southwest Philly woman named 5,000th "Phambassador"
Philly is recruiting volunteers to help with visitors as the city prepares to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Meet the native who signed up.
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Philly man charged with 200 counts of trading child sexual abuse material
A Philadelphia man was charged with possessing hundreds of forms of child sexual abuse material, many involving babies and toddlers.
Warm Tuesday in Philadelphia region but rain is on the way
Tuesday should be mostly dry and comfortable in the Philadelphia region, but rain is on the way.
Burning tractor-trailer with "electronic materials" blocks Route 422 in Pa.
All lanes of Route 422 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, were closed Tuesday morning due to a tractor-trailer fire.
Frog Rock Golf and Country Club's main clubhouse destroyed in fire, officials say
The New Jersey State Fire Marshal is investigating a blaze that destroyed the main clubhouse at the Frog Rock Golf and Country Club in Hammonton, Atlantic County.
Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philly for 5th year
As we continue Hispanic Heritage Month, a delicious event is about to get underway starting this Sunday: Dine Latino Restaurant Week.
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Philly man charged with 200 counts of trading child sexual abuse material
A Philadelphia man was charged with possessing hundreds of forms of child sexual abuse material, many involving babies and toddlers.
Burning tractor-trailer with "electronic materials" blocks Route 422 in Pa.
All lanes of Route 422 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, were closed Tuesday morning due to a tractor-trailer fire.
Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philly for 5th year
As we continue Hispanic Heritage Month, a delicious event is about to get underway starting this Sunday: Dine Latino Restaurant Week.
Temple's former library now a space for public health education
Temple University's College of Public Health is now headquartered in the building that once served as the university's library.
Staff at naval installation in Northeast Philly proud to keep U.S. safe
People who work at the naval installation in Northeast Philadelphia are proud to keep America safe.
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Frog Rock Golf and Country Club's main clubhouse destroyed in fire, officials say
The New Jersey State Fire Marshal is investigating a blaze that destroyed the main clubhouse at the Frog Rock Golf and Country Club in Hammonton, Atlantic County.
N.J. synagogue mourns victims of Oct. 7 attacks with 1,200 Israel flags
Over 1,000 synagogues and churches are honoring victims from Oct. 7 through a project that a South Jersey group helped coordinate.
Students in N.J. district might soon receive threatening letters from ICE
The Camden Center for Law and Social Justice said that the letters might contain financial offers or strong and threatening language.
Ocean City man rescues woman from rip current at Jersey Shore
Two people helped save a woman caught in a dangerous rip current in Ocean City, New Jersey, over the weekend.
Government shutdown impacting staffing at Newark Liberty Airport
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy appeared at the New Jersey airport to say the federal government shutdown is already affecting air traffic controller staffing and sick calls.
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Celebrate Taylor Swift's new album release with these events around Philly
Philadelphia-area businesses are helping you celebrate the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album with listening parties, release parties, watch parties and more.
2 Delaware campuses evacuated Tuesday
Buildings on two university campuses in Delaware were evacuated Tuesday.
Mostly sunny skies with warm temps in Philly region on Sunday
After a wet Saturday, conditions dry out on Sunday as high pressure builds in, with clouds breaking up and highs climbing into the upper 70s and mid-80s.
First-of-its-kind medical robot is helping doctors perform spinal surgeries in Delaware
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
Beware of these haunted houses in the Philadelphia region
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
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3 scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for discoveries in immunology
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Philly high school baseball coach raises awareness about male breast cancer
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro aims to protect vaccine access with executive order
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
This family feels love at South Jersey RMHC: "This is a miracle place"
The Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey feels like home for this teen and her mother.
Penn State, Rutgers compete in Big Ten blood drive
The Big Ten conference is getting college students involved in the fight to ease the nation's critical blood shortage.
Business News
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Small businesses in Philadelphia area see boost as Phillies' playoff run begins
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Jordan Brand's 1st U.S.-based World of Flight store has an opening date
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
A fan's tickets were stolen from his MLB app – how to protect yourself
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
3 women in Philly-area food industry to be honored by local food scene
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
Iron Hill has closed. Here's what you can do with unspent gift cards.
In the wake of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closing, here are some options customers with unspent gift cards have.
Traffic & Transportation
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SEPTA warns of service disruptions on Regional Rail after federal order
SEPTA says Regional Rail riders could face possible cancellations, delays and crowded trains after last week's federal emergency order.
Fire stops SEPTA trains near Wissahickon station in Philadelphia
A fire on the train tracks stopped multiple trains on SEPTA's Manayunk/Norristown Line on Friday.
SEPTA regulators break down the importance of warning lights
Regulators say warning lights are important and cannot be ignored as SEPTA and federal investigators work to pinpoint the cause of the railcar fires.
Federal agencies issue urgent SEPTA safety recommendations after investigating fires
The National Transportation Safety Board urges SEPTA to immediately to stop using some of its railcars because of fire risk.
Attorney plans to file another SEPTA lawsuit. This time, for fare increases.
In an exclusive interview, attorney George Bochetto now plans to file a lawsuit over SEPTA's recent fare increases.
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Decision to have Stott bunt played crucial role in Phillies' loss to Dodgers
The Phillies were one hit away from turning the NLDS around, but instead, Bryson Stott's bunt in the ninth led to a loss that has put Philadelphia in a 2-0 hole.
Phillies' 9th inning rally falls short as Dodgers take 2-0 lead in NLDS
The Phillies rallied in the ninth inning, but fell short in Game 2 of the NLDS vs. the Dodgers. Now, the Phils are on the verge of being eliminated from the playoffs.
Barkley, Dickerson land on injury report before Eagles-Giants game
Saquon Barkley and Landon Dickerson each landed on the injury report before the Philadelphia Eagles' Thursday night game vs. the New York Giants.
Can Otto Kemp deliver? Phillies rookie in pressure spot in Game 2
With Harrison Bader injured, Otto Kemp suddenly finds himself in a pressure spot: starting in LF in a must-win Game 2 of the NLDS.
Groin injury forces Bader out of Phillies' lineup for Game 2 vs. LAD
Harrison Bader, who injured his groin in Game 1, was out of the Phillies' lineup for Monday's NLDS Game 2 vs. the Dodgers.
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With new album, Swift again turns her lyrical skills into a business strategy
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
Phillies-Dodgers, Eagles-Broncos, weekend festivals, more things to do in Philly
Red October baseball is back in Philadelphia, Taylor Swift just dropped her 12th studio album and the Eagles are 4-0; can we really ask for anything more?
Celebrate Taylor Swift's new album release with these events around Philly
Philadelphia-area businesses are helping you celebrate the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album with listening parties, release parties, watch parties and more.
Bakeries honor Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" release with treats
A sugar artist is putting her love for Taylor Swift into each and every cookie she makes
Pennsylvania theme park has best Halloween event in the country, ranking says
USA Today is out with its list of 10 best theme park Halloween events, and Pennsylvania is well represented.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
Focusing on the Future
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Philadelphia school district helping mold future trade workers with 5-day CTE camp
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
"Girl Talk" mentoring program tackles bullying, creates safe space for Philadelphia girls
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
High school graduate paving the way for a future in nursing
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
Philly seniors fulfill one wish before graduation – to save their sports teams
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
East Norriton students hold cleanup event for environment
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
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Burning tractor-trailer with "electronic materials" blocks Route 422 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania
The fire broke out around 8 a.m., the Upper Providence Township Department of Fire and Emergency Services said on Facebook. The closure is near where Route 422 crosses Route 29 in Montgomery County.
SEPTA warns of delays on Regional Rail due to safety audit | Digital Brief
The Federal Railroad Administration is requiring SEPTA to inspect every Silverliner IV car after a series of electrical fires. That means some trains will have fewer cars than usual during the inspection period, which is expected to last about 30 days. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Frog Rock Golf and Country Club in Atlantic County, New Jersey, destroyed in fire
Hammonton fire crews were called out to the country club just after 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, after receiving reports of an explosion and a fire.
Police investigating school bus crash in Burlington County, New Jersey
Evesham Township police are investigating a school bus crash that involved at least three cars.
Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia for 5th year
Jennifer Rodriguez, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Anselmo Torres from Boca Del Mar and Joyce Giraldo from El Bochinche Restaurant joined CBS News Philadelphia on Tuesday morning to preview what to expect.