D.C.'s cherry blossoms hit peak bloom at earliest date in 20 years
Making an annual trek to Washington, D.C., to see cherry blossoms in peak bloom? You may need to start packing your bags earlier.
Making an annual trek to Washington, D.C., to see cherry blossoms in peak bloom? You may need to start packing your bags earlier.
It's one of nine properties chosen for the register by the National Park Service.
Aug. 4 marks another free entry day to all National Park Service sites that usually charge an entrance fee.
Did a drunken man's skinny-dip in a Nevada wildlife refuge kill one of the world's rarest fish? The National Park Service and the sheriff's office in Nye County sure think so.
A meeting is being put together between New Jersey road officials and advocates of a building in Bellmawr that dates back to the Revolutionary War.
The City of Brotherly Love wouldn't normally be considered rustic, but on Saturday it became home to Big Timber Lodge — a structure welcoming people to the Philadelphia Flower Show.
"Explore America" is the theme and the exhibits honor the National Park Service's 100 years.
Travel guide to Utah's Arches National Park, featuring the world's largest collection of natural stone arches.
After nearly 100 years, the National Park Service holds some of the country's most beautiful and historic places, though it also suffers from an $11 billion backlog of unfunded maintenance and a visitor base that's aging and mostly white.
Should you be billed for the cost of your own search and rescue mission?
A flag that flew over the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 11, 2001, was consumed in a fire at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania, the National Park Service said Saturday.
A study released by the National Park Service shows Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia continues to play a critical role in boosting the city's economy.
Chris broadcasts live from Independence Visitors Center on the 4th of July. He talks to Ed Welch from the National Park Service at 6:20, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday at 7:00, Amy Needle from Historic Philadelphia at 7:20, CBS 3's Beasley Reece at 8:00, Author and descendent of George Washington, Austin Washington, at 8:20, and to Independence Visitors Center CEO Jim Cuorato at 8:50.
There were fireworks, cannon volleys, and a full-dress parade outside a National Park Service building that is slated for demolition to make way for the new museum.
The October 2013 government shutdown cost the U.S. economy an estimated $24-Billion, including several million in lost tourist dollars when National Parks in the Philadelphia area closed.
As we look at this area's connection to the assassination of President Kennedy, which happened 50 years ago Friday, we look back on a piece of the story that almost got away.
The Visitor Center, at 6th and Market Streets, is on federal property but gets only one-fifth of its funding from the federal government.
Chris reviews President Obama's interview with local News Anchor Rick Williams, the NFL's announcement they will meet with a Native American group over the name of the Washington Redskins, and the President's appointment of Janet Yellen for the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday and CBS 3's Beasley Reece.
Chris continues his coverage of the government shutdown and the status of negotiations between the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Many tourist were disappointed as sites run by the federal government were closed due to the government shutdown.
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area says National Park Service boat operators found the body of 51-year-old Juan Roberto Salomon Delacruz of Brooklyn late Saturday afternoon.
Caretakers of a deteriorating piece of maritime military history hope to have its future secured by next summer and continue working to ensure it stays afloat in the meantime.
While everyone knows that Philadelphia is steeped in history, it's also been at the forefront of culture, arts and science. Here are five summer exhibits worth visiting.
The National Park Service is still hoping to open the refurbished Ben Franklin Museum by August or September.
About 150 federal employees gathered in the shadow of the Liberty Bell and the Federal Building at lunchtime on Wednesday to protest the across the board federal government cuts known as sequestration.
Photos by HughE Dillon.
Nikita Soumrov and Daniel Dvit showed remarkable strength and bravery as they relived their painful memories of the Oct. 7 attack on Thursday in South Jersey.
Chief Inspector Scott Small said witnesses told police the 64-year-old was dragged about 100 feet after the vehicle struck the victim in Grays Ferry.
The search for six construction workers turned to a recovery effort Tuesday night, following a collapse at Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Montreal captain Nick Suzuki reached 30 goals for the first time in his NHL career and added an assist to help the Canadiens beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 on Thursday night.
Chief Inspector Scott Small said witnesses told police the 64-year-old was dragged about 100 feet after the vehicle struck the victim in Grays Ferry.
PhilaPort officials said one ship from Baltimore arrived in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening and there will likely be more on the way.
The Philadelphia Phillies will open their season Friday, March 29 at Citizens Bank Park against the Atlanta Braves. First pitch is set for 3:05 p.m.
Nikita Soumrov and Daniel Dvit showed remarkable strength and bravery as they relived their painful memories of the Oct. 7 attack on Thursday in South Jersey.
The search for six construction workers turned to a recovery effort Tuesday night, following a collapse at Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Baker, the public address announcer at Citizens Bank Park, said the start of a new baseball season is a "time to rejoice."
A local grocery store gave the King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company $5,000 Thursday to buy bullet-resistant vests.
Philadelphia police released video that they say shows suspects fleeing the scene of a shooting Wednesday evening.
PhilaPort officials said one ship from Baltimore arrived in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening and there will likely be more on the way.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority said enforcement will begin in May. Fines will range between $51-$76 depending on where you live in the city.
Nikita Soumrov and Daniel Dvit showed remarkable strength and bravery as they relived their painful memories of the Oct. 7 attack on Thursday in South Jersey.
Search warrants were served at the home of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. on Thursday, his attorney said.
Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots have been won in Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware a handful of times, but in Neptune, New Jersey, someone recently won the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
The Battleship New Jersey is now docked in South Philadelphia after it was towed down the Delaware River for the second time in less than a week on Wednesday.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a couple says four French bulldogs were stolen from their home Monday.
Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots have been won in Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware a handful of times, but in Neptune, New Jersey, someone recently won the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
Zeke Clark, 4, has a prosthetic leg after he was involved in a horrific lawnmower accident. His family said throwing out the first pitch is a "once-in-a-lifetime chance."
Wednesday started off dry but showers are going to filter in heading into the afternoon and evening - with all eyes on a potentially rainy home opener for Phillies
Virtual nurses generally focus on areas such as patient outreach and education, admissions and discharge instructions allowing their counterparts to be more hands-on at the bedside.
Larry Krasner filed a lawsuit against nearly 20 pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers for conspiring to inflate the price of insulin that's used to control blood sugar levels.
Once Alaha Abdul Faruq is done with medical school, she hopes to go back to Afghanistan and open up a clinic there to provide health care to communities.
The latest report from the Alzheimer's Association finds caregivers are facing increasing stress.
Michael Hutkin, a lifelong Phillies fan, was first inspired at Connie Mack Stadium and no, he didn't want to play baseball. He wanted to join a different crew.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on Tuesday after a container ship hit a column on the bridge. Now the Port of Baltimore is closed and Philadelphia's port could see increased traffic.
A new study from finance website SmartAsset found a single person in Philadelphia would a salary of $92,726 per year, pre-tax, to live comfortably in the City of Brotherly Love.
Data from the federal government shows that an offshore wind power project proposed for New Jersey would have 157 turbines and be located 8.4 miles from shore at its closest point.
Mayor Reed Gusciora said he wrote a letter to Starbucks asking the company to keep its Trenton location open.
Tanya Hill-Holliday started out at a McDonald's in Baltimore, Maryland before going on to run 12 franchises in Pennsylvania.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on Tuesday after a container ship hit a column on the bridge. Now the Port of Baltimore is closed and Philadelphia's port could see increased traffic.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail trains resumed normal service Tuesday morning after signal issues that caused major delays have been resolved.
Some lanes of Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown will be closed for PennDOT to implement safety upgrades.
Here's everything you need to know about road closures, parking and public transportation ahead of the 2024 BMW Love Run Philly Half Marathon.
It's pothole season in the northeast, and as springtime nears, efforts to fix the holes ramp up. Drivers in both South Jersey and Philadelphia are doing their best to swerve away from the issue.
Montreal captain Nick Suzuki reached 30 goals for the first time in his NHL career and added an assist to help the Canadiens beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 on Thursday night.
Baker, the public address announcer at Citizens Bank Park, said the start of a new baseball season is a "time to rejoice."
Visit Philadelphia is distributing thousands of cheer card posters to help Phillies fans show their team spirit headed into Opening Day and the new season. Here's how to get one.
NBA officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers' 108-107 win over Philadelphia Wednesday that would've sent Kelly Oubre Jr. to the line for a chance to win the game.
Psychiatrist Dr. Deanna Nobleza is the club's first-ever mental health director and one of several professionals on staff to help players and coaches manage the ups and downs of baseball.
Eustace Wolfington said he wanted to help make a movie about Frances Cabrini that is universal, not a fairytale.
The incident allegedly occurred in February, when Swift was in Melbourne for her Eras Tour.
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
This is Diaz's second child with husband Benji Madden.
From comedy shows at The Fillmore and Punch Line Philly to rocking out at City Winery Philadelphia, the Delaware Valley will be the place you'll want to stay this weekend.
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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.
At Cherokee High School, its Chiefs United basketball team is proving that lasting bonds go well beyond the court.
Meet the Fanny Jackson Coppin School students who voice the theme song for the new PBS Kids series "Lyla in the Loop."
A 64-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle in Grays Ferry on Thursday night, Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said.
With the preliminary information investigators have so far, police believe the 4-year-old somehow got a hold of the gun and shot herself by accident.
Nikita Soumrov and Daniel Dvit shared their stories of survival at the Katz Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill.
Sports Director Don Bell has everything you need to know ahead of the Phillies' Opening Day at Citizens Bank Park on Friday.
The Philadelphia region can expect windy conditions with temperatures in the mid-50s for the Phillies' first game of the season on Friday.