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Howard Eskin apologizes for making unwanted advance toward Aramark employee
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Longtime sports radio host and media personality Howard Eskin broke his silence about an incident that got him banned from multiple Philadelphia sports venues involving an unwelcome kiss to an Aramark employee.Eskin spoke candidly on his Saturday morning radio show, The Howard Eskin Show, which airs on 94WIP from 8-10 a.m."I'm not going to get into specifics other than to say, that I recognize that my actions have offended and upset her," Eskin apologized on the air. "I feel awful about that, I really do. I apologized to her at the time of the incident and I apologize...
Mostly sunny skies and comfortable humidity in Philadelphia today
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It's been nine weeks since our last rain-free weekend, and this one was close to perfect with sunshine, seasonal temperatures and low humidity continuing through Sunday.The afternoon ushers in a few more clouds, higher temperatures and slightly higher humidity levels. Highs Sunday afternoon will be in the mid-to-upper 80s, and near 90 in the city.Next, we focus on an area of Low-pressure that will park off the Jersey shore bringing clouds tonight and shower chances on Monday. The unsettled weather will continue with scattered showers and storms Tuesday and Wednesday as another system arrives from the Midwest.Temperatures...
Former CFO of Morris County law firm sentenced to 5 years in state prison for defrauding firm, dodging state taxes
NEW JERSEY — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin Friday announced the sentencing of a Union County man who was formerly the chief financial officer of a Morristown-based national law firm, after he admitted embezzling over $1.5 million from the firm and evading payment of income taxes owed to the State.
Six sites in North Jersey will receive initial markers for the NJ Black Heritage Trail
Sometime between the end of this year and early next, New Jersey residents will see markers placed in front of historic sites statewide like Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson. The markers are part of the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail that recognizes overlooked sites key to Black history in the Garden State. In September...
14 concerts to see this week, including Sleater-Kinney, The Mountain Goats, Arlo Parks and more
Wrap up August with indie royalty and more. Here are 14 concerts to see in the next seven days, all around Philly. For tickets and more information, head to the WXPN Concert Calendar. Sunday 7/28: Molly Tuttle at Upper Merion Township Park. Bluegrass extraordinaire Molly Tuttle brings her rootsy virtuosity...
The Gloucester County 4-H Fair spotlights hard work from local youth
The South Jersey community gathered for the Gloucester County 4-H Fair.The event gathered community members to celebrate the hard work of children involved in the 4-H Youth Development program."Our fair celebrates all the hard work and achievements that our 4-H members have done with their projects throughout the year. We like to get them all together at the end of the year...and we celebrate all their hard work and accomplishments," said Senior Program Coordinator of the Gloucester County 4-H Program, Brittany Rigg.Through these programs is where kids and young adults can learn life skills such as animal care, cooking, and more."I joined 4-H when I was in kindergarten...I just want to really highlight the special moments that this program offers us and the friends that I've made along the way that I would not have met if it weren't for 4-H," said Gloucester County 4-H Fair Ambassador, Evelyn Bowe.For more information, check out the video above.Also, check out their website.
Philadelphia gun violence: Activists, survivors, challenge city leaders to create safer neighborhoods
KINGSESSING - Community organizers and crime survivors gathered in Philadelphia to discuss how to keep Philly’s neighborhoods safer. Vice President of the Alliance for Safety and Justice, Aswad Thomas, stated, "We see that there are huge gaps that exist in helping people who experienced crime and violence access the support and services that they need."
2 teens accused of robbery, shooting may be connected to other crimes: Philadelphia police
Two teenagers, who police believe attempted a robbery and shot a man on Saturday night, may also be connected to other crimes in Philadelphia, authorities say.The shooting and attempted robbery happened at approximately 9 p.m. on the 1200 block of 41st Street in the city's Wynnefield neighborhood.Officers were called to the area for multiple reports of a shooting.Police say at the scene, a 26-year-old man who had been shot walked up to responding officers to tell them what happened."He at least had the where with all, and presence of mind, and the strength to explain to officers what occurred. Then...
The Philadelphia 76ers May Build Their New Stadium In Camden, NJ
What would you say if Jersey became home to another professional sports team?. Now, what if I told you that a Philadelphia team was thinking about moving to the Garden State?. NJ Is Trying To Convince The 76ers To Build A Stadium In New Jersey. Over the past few years...
Man collecting money for his work gunned down in Philadelphia last year; family seeks answers
A man who was collecting payment for vehicle detailing jobs he had completed was gunned down in Philadelphia last year.Now, one of his relatives hopes someone will come forward to help solve the murder.A relative of 55-year-old Mason Reynolds spoke to Action News anonymously. He described Reynolds as a meticulous person."He had hands like magic. He was a perfectionist when it came to anything he touched -- whether it was cars, his appearance, or his work. You know, he was very diligent, very hardworking," the relative said.Reynolds worked for himself detailing cars.On August 21, 2023, Reynolds collected money for jobs...
Edgy Pizza Chain Abruptly Closes 2 Locations in Cherry Hill and Mt. Laurel, New Jersey
Sad news if you were a fan of these relatively new pizza spots in South Jersey. &pizza, an edgy pizza chain with locations in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, New York City, Philadelphia and New Jersey, has abruptly closed in Cherry Hill and Mount Laurel. They were located at 801 Haddonfield...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
Watch | Jim Curtin's postgame presser after #PHIvCLT
Following Philadelphia Union's Leagues Cup contest against Charlotte FC on Saturday night, Head Coach Jim Curtin will speak with the media from the press conference room inside Subaru Park. The postgame press conference which will be streamed in its entirity below and will begin shortly before the Union manager starts with his opening statement.
New York Yankee executive’s wife found dead in NJ, report says
🔵 Former Mets general manager now works for the Yankees. 🔵 His wife was found dead in their Bergen County home, according to the New York Post. The wife of New York Yankees executive Omar Minaya was found dead in their New Jersey home, according to a report by the New York Post.
NJ gets $72M to build flood-resilient projects
Federal Inflation Reduction Act sets aside $575 million nationwide on prevention work. Thanks to a new federal grant, New Jersey’s communities will have $72 million to help build flood-resilient structures. The grant, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, totals $575 million nationwide and will give New Jersey the third-largest piece of the pie compared to other states. Leaders gathered in Perth Amboy on Friday to deliver the news; Perth Amboy’s waterfront, which was devastated by Superstorm Sandy, was rebuilt with the help of federal dollars.
Teams of cancer survivors compete at the Cooper River Park Dragon Boat Regatta
CAMDEN, N.J. (CBS) -- On Saturday, 54 teams competed at the eighth annual Cooper River Park Dragon Boat Regatta. Four teams, including the River Sisters, competed in a division specifically for cancer survivors.Joan Grossberg, a member of the River Sisters, said their community has been invaluable to the members."When the word cancer is introduced into your vocabulary, your life changes – you fall off of a cliff," Grossberg said. "This is a group of people that have all fallen off the same cliff. We all understand what we have gone through. And that helps."Grossberg said their competitions take a lot of hard...
I-95 northbound in Philadelphia reopens after car crash leaves 2 injured, closes roadway
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A car crash on I-95 caused authorities to temporarily close the northbound lanes between Exit 12: PA 291 Cargo City and Exit 17: PA 611 North Broad/Pattison Avenue, according to ReadyPhiladelphia, the city's emergency notification system.At least two people were injured in the crash that happened shortly after 6 p.m., Pennsylvania State Police told CBS News Philadelphia.The area where the closure was in effect on I-95 northbound reopened shortly after 9 p.m. It's unclear what condition the victims are in and what events led up to the crash. Officials advise drivers to pack their patience and expect residual delays.
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