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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 5m

Pope Leo XIV encouraged international news agencies on Thursday to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation, as he strongly backed a free, independent and objective press.

Pope Leo calls for news agencies to stand as bulwark against "post-truths," lies and manipulation

Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 35m

SEPTA is restoring service on Regional Rail lines Thursday after a temporary suspension due to signal power issues.

SEPTA says Regional Rail service suspension is over after signal power issues resolved

SEPTA says all Regional Rail service was temporarily suspended Thursday due to signal power issues.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 1h

President Trump said all of the remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza would likely be released on Monday or Tuesday as part of the peace deal.

Israel and Hamas peace deal live updates as "first phase" Gaza ceasefire signed in Egypt

Trump says Hamas will likely release all Israeli hostages by early next week, as the "first phase" of a deal to end the war in Gaza is expected to take effect soon.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 1h

A 14-year-old has been charged in the deadly shooting of a man near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly last month, officials said.

Teen charged with murder in shooting near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly, New Jersey

Prosecutors said a 14-year-old has been charged with the murder of 25-year-old Andre Ross near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 2h

The IRS is adjusting the income limits for its federal income tax brackets to account for the impact of inflation, an annual reset that could provide relief for some Americans when they file their taxes next year.

IRS releases income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026

The IRS on Thursday announced adjustments to the federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 2h

Sixers legend Allen Iverson is out with a new memoir and is revealing what he considers his greatest victory off the court.

Allen Iverson on his sobriety journey

Allen Iverson is out with a new memoir and is revealing what he considers his greatest victory off the court. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois sat down with Iverson.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 3h

A 16-year-old has died following a head-on collision on Wednesday night in Jackson Township, New Jersey.

Head-on crash in Jackson Township, New Jersey kills 16-year-old boy, police chief says

A 16-year-old has died following a head on collision on Wednesday night in Jackson Township, New Jersey.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 3h

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it has opened an investigation into nearly 2.9 million Tesla vehicles after reports of traffic safety violations linked to the electric car maker's Full Self-Driving system.

U.S. launches probe into nearly 2.9 million Tesla cars after crashes linked to self-driving system

Traffic safety regulators cite reports of Tesla vehicles with self-driving tech driving through red traﬃc signals and making dangerous lane changes.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 3h

The Parade of Ships on the Delaware River honors the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy and Marines – watch live at 10 AM on CBS News Philadelphia.

Watch Live: Parade of Ships celebrating U.S. Navy, Marines' 250th anniversary begins on Delaware River

Celebrations for the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are officially underway in Philadelphia.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 4h

After Dolly Parton's sister Freida posted a video asking for prayers while Dolly dealt with unspecified health challenges, Dolly herself posted a video Wednesday assuring fans "I'm not dying."

Dolly Parton says "I'm not dying" after sister asks for prayers

Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 4h

New Jersey governor candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli painted two different pictures of how they would lead New Jersey in Wednesday night's 2nd and final debate. The candidates sparred over the affordability crisis in the state, an issue that is top of mind for many voters.

New Jersey governor candidates Ciattarelli, Sherrill discuss education, President Trump in final debate

Candidates for governor in New Jersey Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill took the stage for their final debate Wednesday night.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 5h

An iconic look returns. Penn State is bringing back its retro endzones, which date back to the 1990s, for the upcoming homecoming weekend.

Penn State bringing retro endzone design to Beaver Stadium for homecoming weekend

Penn State will also wear throwback uniforms this weekend when they face Northwestern.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 6h

The federal investigation into the death of convicted sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein was marred by significant lapses, experts told CBS News, including the failure by investigators to interview potential witnesses, properly preserve certain evidence and run basic forensic tests.

In cell where Jeffrey Epstein died, a scene of disarray that never underwent thorough inspection, experts said

Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 7h

Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were wounded and a suspect was killed in an exchange of gunfire on a highway in Franklin County Wednesday evening, State Police said.

2 Pennsylvania state troopers and suspect shot in Franklin County, authorities say

Two Pennsylvania State troopers and a suspect were shot Wednesday in Chambersburg, officials say.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 7h

Whether they're Eagles green or Phillies red, you'll want some layers on this cool morning. Here's our forecast.

Sunny and cool Thursday in Philadelphia region, tracking more rain this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.

After a wet morning on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, the rest of the week looks dry and cool, thanks to high pressure building back in.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 8h

A 7-year-old dog rescued from floodwaters during Hurricane Florence has been named People magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog.

The announcement was made on Wednesday exclusively on "CBS Mornings."

Bastian, a dog who survived Hurricane Florence, is named World's Cutest Rescue Dog by People magazine

Bastian, a 7-year-old dog rescued from Hurricane Florence floodwaters, has been named People magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 13h

Philadelphia's deep ties to the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are being honored in a new exhibit that opened Wednesday night at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/to-provide-naval-armament-philadelphia-exhibit/

Inside the new Historical Society of Pennsylvania exhibit honoring Philadelphia's naval legacy

The exhibit, titled "To Provide a Naval Armament," highlights Philadelphia as the birthplace of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 13h

The Fightins aren't done yet! Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs to help the Phillies defeat the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 14h

Montgomery County fortune tellers were arrested in New Jersey after scamming their clients out of more than $600,000. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/fortune-tellers-600k-montgomery-county-new-jersey/

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, fortune tellers arrested after stealing more than $600K from clients

A fortune telling duo from Montgomery County was arrested and charged for scamming clients out of thousands of dollars.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 15h

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Hamilton Township, Atlantic County, Wednesday night, police said. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/black-horse-pike-pedestrian-killed-hamilton-township/

Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle on Black Horse Pike in Hamilton Township, New Jersey, police say

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Hamilton Township, Atlantic County, Wednesday night, police said.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 15h

A curious cat from Kittanning, Pennsylvania, turned what could have been a travel disaster into a purr-fect adventure.

Cat rides 100 miles on roof of Pennsylvania family's van

A curious cat from Kittanning turned what could have been a travel disaster into a purr-fect adventure.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 16h

The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/ronald-mcdonald-house-delaware-cerebral-palsy/

How Ronald McDonald House Delaware helped with this 12-year-old's recovery

The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway say Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 16h

Two Pennsylvania State troopers were shot in Franklin County on Wednesday, Gov. Josh Shapiro said. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/pennsylvania-state-troopers-shot-chambersburg-i81/

2 Pennsylvania State troopers shot in Franklin County, governor says

Two Pennsylvania State troopers and a suspect were shot Wednesday in Chambersburg, officials say.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 16h

Memphis Street Academy, a charter middle school in Philadelphia, has a full-spectrum health center where students with prior permission from a parent can get everything from care when they're sick, and routine physicals to mental health counseling, along with dental and vision checks.

A Philadelphia charter school's special health center focuses on keeping kids healthy and in class

Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.

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CBS Philadelphia @cbsphiladelphia.bsky.social · 17h

A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a male dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/shooting-in-wilmington-delaware-6th-pine-streets/

1 dead, another critically injured in Wilmington, Delaware, shooting, police say

A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a male dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.

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