Local Vatican Watcher Says Latest Class Of Appointed Cardinals Sends A Message
A veteran Vatican watcher based in our area says people shouldn't be surprised by the 20 men Pope Francis picked over the weekend to be elevated next month.
A veteran Vatican watcher based in our area says people shouldn't be surprised by the 20 men Pope Francis picked over the weekend to be elevated next month.
Pope John Paul II, born Karol Wojtyla, became good friends with Philadelphia's former Archbishop John Krol. Both were made cardinals at the same time in 1967.
The former leader of Philadelphia's Catholics has been removed from a key Vatican panel, as part of a larger shakeup.
Time magazine has announced its choice of Pope Francis as its "Person of the Year."
Pope Francis is creating a special commission to address the ongoing sex abuse crisis in the Catholic Church, emphasizing the protection of children and putting a priority on reaching out to the victims.
Pope Francis released what some are calling "road map for the future of the catholic church" earlier this week in Rome.
Archbishop Joseph Kurtz and Cardinal Daniel DiNardo were chosen Tuesday to lead the U.S. Catholic Conference of Bishops.
Philadelphia-based papal expert Rocco Palmo says Pope Francis did World Youth Day his way, spreading a message of outreach to those who believe they've been left behind.
The first pre-conclave meeting to elect a new pope is scheduled for Monday morning as the Cardinals gather in Rome.
Philadelphia-based Catholic journalist Rocco Palmo writes about the Vatican and church politics and says Pope Benedict's resignation was a stunning and historic announcement.
Bishop Joseph Galante is stepping down due to health issues.
Pope Benedict XVI is planning to come to Philadelphia in 2015 for a world families conference.
Following a private viewing at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Wynnewood, Archbishop Charles Chaput will receive Bevilacqua's body at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul at 5:30.
"I don't know if we're going to have objective answers to what his legacy is. That's something for historians. It's not something we can determine in the heat of the moment with trials yet to begin."
Chris analyzes the results of last night's Florida Primary, discusses the death of Cardinal Anthony Bevilacqua and talks to Nathan Kleinman, an Occupy Protester attempting to challenge Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz in the Demcratic Primary.
The funeral for Delaware County native Cardinal John Patrick Foley, who died Sunday, is expected to draw high-profile clerics from across the globe to Philadelphia.
A leading Catholic journalist based in Philadelphia is leading a forum this week at the Vatican -- on the topic of social media.
The Catholic church is steeped in religious traditions which date back centuries. But the message of the church is getting a modern boost with social media.
Voorhees Township Fire Department responded to the Voorhees Town Center for a report of a fire burning near the mall's food court.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Whether you're celebrating Taylor Swift's latest album release or heading to South Philly for a Phillies game or Bad Bunny's concert, the Philadelphia area is buzzing with fun this weekend.
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Voorhees Township Fire Department responded to the Voorhees Town Center for a report of a fire burning near the mall's food court.
Dozens of firefighters battled a fire on the Atlantic City boardwalk on Thursday night, officials said.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Whether you're celebrating Taylor Swift's latest album release or heading to South Philly for a Phillies game or Bad Bunny's concert, the Philadelphia area is buzzing with fun this weekend.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
Whether you're celebrating Taylor Swift's latest album release or heading to South Philly for a Phillies game or Bad Bunny's concert, the Philadelphia area is buzzing with fun this weekend.
Former Philadelphia police officer Edsaul Mendoza pleaded guilty Friday to third-degree murder of 12-year-old Thomas "T.J." Siderio in March 2022.
Philadelphia police are releasing surveillance video that they hope will help identify a suspect in an East Mount Airy shooting.
A proposed waterfront park along the Schuylkill near 30th Street Station would feature a public pool, a natural beach and an entertainment venue.
Voorhees Township Fire Department responded to the Voorhees Town Center for a report of a fire burning near the mall's food court.
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Whether you're celebrating Taylor Swift's latest album release or heading to South Philly for a Phillies game or Bad Bunny's concert, the Philadelphia area is buzzing with fun this weekend.
Friday is a mostly cloudy day, but some showers could pop up in the evening right around the first pitch of the Phillies home game against the Chicago White Sox.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Friday is a mostly cloudy day, but some showers could pop up in the evening right around the first pitch of the Phillies home game against the Chicago White Sox.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Taylor Swift's new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is finally here. Here are some events in the Philadelphia area to celebrate the Berks County native's latest record.
It won't rain much Thursday but there could be chances of a light drizzle, especially early. Temperatures are cooler than usual with a high of only 57 degrees in Philadelphia.
Temperatures stay relatively mild Wednesday with highs in the mid-to-upper 60s, but clouds and rain move into the Delaware Valley by the afternoon.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
A social worker from Fox Chase will be riding 100 miles to help people with lung cancer in a special Peloton distance event on Sunday.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Wills Eye on Diabetes Day is all about early detection and raising awareness, especially for people with diabetes, about the importance of eye exams.
David O'Brian will run in the Donor Dash in Philadelphia later this month to celebrate his daughter, an organ donor who died 10 years ago.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
After a taste of summer on Monday, many Jersey Shore business owners and managers are still looking for summer workers.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
A 21-year-old woman was killed after her car was struck by a drunken driver on I-95 northbound in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania State Police said Sunday.
Flooding closed multiple roads around the Philadelphia region for the morning commute on Friday, but they began reopening after around 8 a.m.
Whether you're celebrating Taylor Swift's latest album release or heading to South Philly for a Phillies game or Bad Bunny's concert, the Philadelphia area is buzzing with fun this weekend.
Jalen Hurts announced he will donate $200,000 to the School District of Philadelphia to purchase air conditioning units for 10 schools.
Caitlin Clark's WNBA contract went viral on social media after the numbers were revealed, but Philadelphia native Dawn Staley urged patience and said the league's stars will continue to grow the game.
Collin Wainwright won the 7 Mile Bridge Run in the Florida Keys for the third time over the weekend. He's coming home as a champion.
Carter won the Stanley Cup twice during his career while playing for the Penguins, Kings, Blue Jackets, and Flyers.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Taylor Swift's new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is finally here. Here are some events in the Philadelphia area to celebrate the Berks County native's latest record.
Taylor Swift's successes and failures, including the battle to regain control of her master recordings, are part of the syllabus at the University of California, Berkeley.
Anticipation was growing at a fever pitch before Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," dropped at midnight EDT. But it turned out it's actually a double album.
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Ukee Washington reports.
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William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Mercy Career and Technical High School senior Taylor Houseman was one of two students selected to give a SEPTA bus a brand new look.
On this week's Focusing on the Future and the first day of Women's History Month, CBS Philadelphia talked with one high school senior who is making history.
Plans for a water park on the Schuylkill River has everybody talking Friday. The University City District wants to build a two-story park adjacent to 30th Street Station and over the water. Dan Snyder reports what it will take to make this dream a reality.
Temple Health is celebrating a transplant milestone at the Friday's Phillies game. And one of them will have the honor to throw the first pitch. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The food court has been evacuated at Voorhees Town Center because of a fire Friday evening. Firefighters are on the roof of the building. There are no reports of any injuries at this time.
Both teachers said they listened to Swift's newest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," and they want their former student to know they are cheering her on back home in Pennsylvania.
Investigators say a 67-year-old homeless man was killed in Thursday night's fire underneath the Central Pier and an arcade was also damaged. The boardwalk fire started around 7 p.m. between Tennessee Avenue and St. James Place. Ryan Hughes talked to business owners on the pier after they got a look at the aftermath.