CBS News Live
CBS News Philadelphia: Local News, Weather & More
Philadelphia
Breaking News, NEXT Weather & Community Journalism
Latest News
More
High temperatures continue Tuesday in Philly area, air quality alerts in effect
The weather in Philadelphia is set to get hotter on Tuesday as the fifth heat wave of the summer continues.
Minors charged in Maryland crime ring after stolen car chase in Pennsylvania
A group of minors is facing charges in connection with an organized crime ring in Maryland after a stolen car chase in Pennsylvania, Bel Air Police said.
NFL reacts after NYC gunman targets offices, killing 4 in building
National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell said one employee was shot and "seriously injured" in a shooting at a midtown Manhattan office building.
Shelters get crowded as more owners return pets due to financial hardship
More Philadelphia pet owners are giving up their furry friends due to financial hardship, but there are programs that can help pet owners save.
Gunman in NYC office shooting tried to target NFL, mayor says
Shane Tamura, the shooter behind the deadly rampage in Midtown Manhattan, was apparently targeting NFL offices, NYC Mayor Eric Adams says.
Initiative in South Philly aims to raise gun violence awareness, help loved ones heal
Many families of the victims who marched in South Philadelphia said they will never stop fighting against gun violence.
Robert and Montgomery homer as White Sox beat Phillies
The last-place White Sox need two more wins to match their total from all of last year.
Ryne Sandberg, Chicago Cubs legend and Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg has died, following a battle with prostate cancer.
Washington Township police searching for armed robbery suspects
A couple was robbed at gunpoint outside a home in the Crofton Run development in Washington Township, Gloucester County.
Latest Videos
MoreLatest Videos
Amtrak cancels some service out of 30th Street Station due to heat | Digital Brief
The heat in the Philadelphia area has already prompted Amtrak to cancel some train service. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
As more people give up their pets due to high costs, get to know these Philly-area programs
More people are surrendering their pets due to financial hardship, but there are programs in the Philadelphia area that can help you keep your pet. Wakisha Bailey is at ACCT Philly with more information.
Jalen Hurts Sprite commercial, "Focker-in-law" to release Thanksgiving 2026 | What's Trending
From a heartfelt tribute to a role an NFL player has never had before, Chandler Lutz has more on what's trending on social media today.
Philadelphia heat wave continues, could tie record high temperature in the city Tuesday
Tuesday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day with the feels-like temperature expected to be above 100 degrees. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
Eagles move their practice earlier amid concerns about Philadelphia heat wave
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said it's important for the team to practice in the heat, since they will need to play in it. Meanwhile, Dr. Rob Danoff shares more about the signs of heat-related illness. Ross DiMattei reports.
NEXT Weather
More
NEXT Weather
Philadelphia heat wave continues, could tie record high temperature in the city Tuesday
Tuesday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day with the feels-like temperature expected to be above 100 degrees. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
NEXT Weather Team
NEXT Weather is about preparation and accuracy. It means No Surprises. So once it's on our radar - it's on yours.
Health News
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
ChristianaCare opens new micro-hospital in Chester County, filling gap in health care
A new micro-hospital is opening in Chester County in August, bringing emergency medical care back to a community that's gone without it for years.
Robert Chelsea, first Black patient to receive a full face transplant, shares his story
Robert Chelsea was at the Willingboro Library and shared his story of being the oldest and first Black patient to receive a full face transplant.
Philadelphia camp shows kids how to prepare and enjoy healthy foods
A summer camp in Philadelphia is helping students learn about healthy cooking and eating.
Teen receives life-changing care at CHOP for rare congenital condition
A 17-year-old from the Middle East is being celebrated for her resilience and bravery after enduring over 20 surgeries for a rare congenital condition called Goldenhar Syndrome.
Bucks County town spraying mosquitoes to curb West Nile virus spread
Efforts to battle mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus in Pennsylvania continue this week as the Bucks County Department of Health plans to spray multiple areas in Lower Makefield Township.
Rock climbing camp empowers kids with limb differences to reach new heights
Kids whose hands and arms look different are climbing to new heights at Camp Rock, hosted by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
N.J. woman shares experience with parvovirus, warns other moms-to-be
A South Jersey mom and teacher is warning about the spread of parvovirus, which can harm unborn babies.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Sports News
More
Robert and Montgomery homer as White Sox beat Phillies
The last-place White Sox need two more wins to match their total from all of last year.
Ryne Sandberg, Chicago Cubs legend and Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg has died, following a battle with prostate cancer.
RG competition, Dotson's role and other notes from Eagles training camp
Jalen Carter returns to practice, and is third-year Tyler Steen the favorite to start at right guard? News and notes from Day 4.
Bryce Harper reportedly curses out MLB commissioner over salary cap talk
Bryce Harper told Rob Manfred to "get the f*** out of our clubhouse" if he wanted to talk about a salary cap, ESPN reported.
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Spreading the Love
More
Gospel karaoke brings community and praise to Camden streets
In Camden, New Jersey, a growing monthly event is reimagining karaoke with a faith-filled twist, and people are taking notice.
78-year-old seamstress shop gets storefront makeover after city grant
Garris Fabrics & Fashion is one of the first businesses to complete a storefront improvement initiative led by the city and a nonprofit.
Philly designer builds queer activewear brand that's all about belonging
When Andrew Hall created his activewear brand "&ndy," he wasn't just designing clothes; he was building a space of visibility and inclusivity.
Beloved Horsham cashier rings up last customer after 61 years at ACME
After more than six decades of service, Rich Czerwonka rang up his last customer at ACME on the same day he turned 85.
Gallen of Questions
More
Gallen of Questions
Deep diving into the Philadelphia Eagles with Brandon Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation
On this week's Gallen of Questions, Brandon Gowton, of Bleeding Green Nation, joins Pat Gallen to discuss all things Philadelphia Eagles as training camp is underway.
SNY on-air analyst Hannah Keyser joins a Gallen of Questions
MLB fans will want to tune in for this one. Hannah Keyser, on-air analyst for SportsNet New York and writer of "The Bandwagon" newsletter, is talking all things baseball with our Pat Gallen this week on Gallen of Questions.
What’s next for Eagles legend Brandon Graham after retirement?
Eagles legend Brandon Graham retired after 15 NFL seasons and two Super Bowls with Philadelphia, but have we seen the last of BG? Graham joins Pat Gallen on this episode of Gallen of Questions.
Latest News
More Latest News
High temperatures continue Tuesday in Philly area, air quality alerts in effect
The weather in Philadelphia is set to get hotter on Tuesday as the fifth heat wave of the summer continues.
Minors charged in Maryland crime ring after stolen car chase in Pennsylvania
A group of minors is facing charges in connection with an organized crime ring in Maryland after a stolen car chase in Pennsylvania, Bel Air Police said.
NFL reacts after NYC gunman targets offices, killing 4 in building
National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell said one employee was shot and "seriously injured" in a shooting at a midtown Manhattan office building.
Shelters get crowded as more owners return pets due to financial hardship
More Philadelphia pet owners are giving up their furry friends due to financial hardship, but there are programs that can help pet owners save.
Gunman in NYC office shooting tried to target NFL, mayor says
Shane Tamura, the shooter behind the deadly rampage in Midtown Manhattan, was apparently targeting NFL offices, NYC Mayor Eric Adams says.
Pennsylvania News
More Pennsylvania News
Shelters get crowded as more owners return pets due to financial hardship
More Philadelphia pet owners are giving up their furry friends due to financial hardship, but there are programs that can help pet owners save.
HVAC technicians staying busy amid heat wave in Philadelphia region
As a summer heat wave sweeps through the region, air conditioning systems are being pushed to their limits, and some are failing.
Families find relief from back-to-school shopping with help from Philly school district
Families got a head start on back-to-school shopping with the School District of Philadelphia's 5th Annual Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour on Monday.
Can a bank close your account without warning? Here's what to do if it happens.
We rely on our bank accounts to pay bills and manage finances, but your bank can close them — whether it's a checking, savings, or even credit card — at any moment without warning.
After humid, rainy day, family celebrating in N.J. park rewarded with rainbow
Despite the hot weather and pop-up showers, people around the Philadelphia area spent time outside on Sunday.
New Jersey News
More New Jersey News
Washington Township police searching for armed robbery suspects
A couple was robbed at gunpoint outside a home in the Crofton Run development in Washington Township, Gloucester County.
Gospel karaoke brings community and praise to Camden streets
In Camden, New Jersey, a growing monthly event is reimagining karaoke with a faith-filled twist, and people are taking notice.
After humid, rainy day, family celebrating in N.J. park rewarded with rainbow
Despite the hot weather and pop-up showers, people around the Philadelphia area spent time outside on Sunday.
South Jersey man killed in accident on Atlantic City Expressway, NJSP say
An Egg Harbor Township man is dead after he was accidentally run over by a work truck in a construction zone on the Atlantic City Expressway on Friday, New Jersey State Police said.
Neighbors are grateful no one is hurt after massive tree falls on of two homes in Trenton
Neighbors noticed the winds picking up very quickly as a massive tree fell on two homes along Newell Avenue in Trenton Friday night.
Delaware News
More Delaware News
13-year-old threatens man with flare gun, tries to steal van in New Castle, police say
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after trying to steal a Ford Transit van from an elementary school in New Castle, Delaware, on Tuesday.
Savannah Bananas, Dave Matthews Band, more things to do in Philly this weekend
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
Family, friends remember veteran Ray Firmani, a Delaware hometown hero
A WWII veteran, Ray Firmani, died this week at 103. Here is how the Delaware hometown hero is being remembered.
Picture-perfect summer days expected in Philadelphia this week
Some of the nicest days of the summer so far are in the forecast for Philadelphia this week.
Mostly sunny Sunday with an isolated shower or storm in the Philly region
Sunday will give us mixed skies with a trend for much more sunshine than Saturday. We cannot rule out an additional shower or rumble.
Health News
More Health News
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
ChristianaCare opens new micro-hospital in Chester County, filling gap in health care
A new micro-hospital is opening in Chester County in August, bringing emergency medical care back to a community that's gone without it for years.
Robert Chelsea, first Black patient to receive a full face transplant, shares his story
Robert Chelsea was at the Willingboro Library and shared his story of being the oldest and first Black patient to receive a full face transplant.
Philadelphia camp shows kids how to prepare and enjoy healthy foods
A summer camp in Philadelphia is helping students learn about healthy cooking and eating.
Teen receives life-changing care at CHOP for rare congenital condition
A 17-year-old from the Middle East is being celebrated for her resilience and bravery after enduring over 20 surgeries for a rare congenital condition called Goldenhar Syndrome.
Business News
More Business News
Rising beef prices could push up cost of Philly cheesesteaks, Jim's president says
Rising beef prices are putting pressure on cheesesteak shops in Philadelphia.
Atlantic City's Soar & Shore Festival 2025 brings crowds and excitement for practice day
Tuesday was practice day for the Soar & Shore Festival's Airshow, which is back for the first time since 2023.
Glassboro High School students learn to make their dreams a reality with farm stand
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
Businesses hope Barefoot Country Music Festival sets the tone for busy summer
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former workers at World Cafe Live allege unfair treatment, late paychecks
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
Traffic & Transportation
More Traffic & Transportation
SEPTA begins warning riders a month out from significant service cuts
SEPTA has begun warning riders with signs at various bus stops across Philadelphia that discontinued service will take effect on Aug. 24 if its budget shortfall remains.
Ruptured gas line creates traffic headache on Black Horse Pike in Washington Township
As of 4 p.m., only one southbound lane on Black Horse Pike is open after an 8-inch gas line ruptured near Whitman Drive in Washington Township.
Service resumes on SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale line after train fire
A SEPTA employee is being treated for smoke inhalation after a Regional Rail train caught on fire at Paoli Station in Chester County.
PPA starts issuing tickets for blocking bike lanes, volunteer group assists
Since July 8, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has issued 59 citations on Spruce Street and 36 on Pine Street for cars blocking bike lanes.
City to address "dangerous" intersection at South and LeCount streets
Change is coming to what residents say is a dangerous intersection in Philadelphia near the South Street Bridge.
Sports News
More Sports News
Robert and Montgomery homer as White Sox beat Phillies
The last-place White Sox need two more wins to match their total from all of last year.
Ryne Sandberg, Chicago Cubs legend and Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs slugger and second baseman Ryne Sandberg has died, following a battle with prostate cancer.
RG competition, Dotson's role and other notes from Eagles training camp
Jalen Carter returns to practice, and is third-year Tyler Steen the favorite to start at right guard? News and notes from Day 4.
Bryce Harper reportedly curses out MLB commissioner over salary cap talk
Bryce Harper told Rob Manfred to "get the f*** out of our clubhouse" if he wanted to talk about a salary cap, ESPN reported.
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Entertainment News
More Entertainment News
City renames street after legendary singer, Philly native Teddy Pendergrass
It was a celebratory Saturday as Philadelphia officially announced that the 400 block of South Broad Street is now also named "Teddy Pendergrass Way."
Diplo happy to be back in Philly for 5K: "This is my city"
Temple University graduate and three-time Grammy winner Diplo caught up with CBS News Philadelphia at his Diplo Run Club 5K.
Savannah Bananas, Dave Matthews Band, more things to do in Philly this weekend
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
FCC approves Paramount-Skydance merger
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Chuck Mangione, jazz icon known for "Feels So Good," dies at 84
"Feels So Good" is a staple on most smooth-jazz radio stations and has been called one of the most recognized melodies.
Brotherly Love
More Brotherly Love
Brotherly Love
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
More Focusing on the Future
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.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Amtrak cancels some service out of 30th Street Station due to heat | Digital Brief
The heat in the Philadelphia area has already prompted Amtrak to cancel some train service. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
As more people give up their pets due to high costs, get to know these Philly-area programs
More people are surrendering their pets due to financial hardship, but there are programs in the Philadelphia area that can help you keep your pet. Wakisha Bailey is at ACCT Philly with more information.
Jalen Hurts Sprite commercial, "Focker-in-law" to release Thanksgiving 2026 | What's Trending
From a heartfelt tribute to a role an NFL player has never had before, Chandler Lutz has more on what's trending on social media today.
Philadelphia heat wave continues, could tie record high temperature in the city Tuesday
Tuesday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day with the feels-like temperature expected to be above 100 degrees. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
Eagles move their practice earlier amid concerns about Philadelphia heat wave
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said it's important for the team to practice in the heat, since they will need to play in it. Meanwhile, Dr. Rob Danoff shares more about the signs of heat-related illness. Ross DiMattei reports.