Descendants of this free Black community want to keep their history alive
Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.
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Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.
Timbuctoo, New Jersey, was founded by formerly enslaved people nearly 200 years ago—long before June 19, 1865. But descendants of the community's residents say township officials have failed to preserve what's left. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Kennett Square heralds itself as the mushroom capital of the world, but what many people may not know is it was a crucial stop on the Underground Railroad.
As we celebrate Juneteenth, we're retracing history in modern-day Kennett Square. What many people don’t know is that the town was a crucial stop for freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright spoke with volunteers working to preserve this history.
Reflecting on the country's past to create a better future for all was part of the message at the 19th annual Juneteenth Festival on Germantown Avenue.
Reflecting on the country’s past to create a better future for all of us. That was part of the message for those who attended the 19th annual Juneteenth festival on Germantown Avenue. Ray Strickland reports the festival was not just a celebration, but also a day to recognize an important moment in our country’s history.
The exhibit at the Johnson House Historic Site features work from currently and formerly incarcerated people.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia organizers hosted a Juneteenth Block Party Wednesday. People at the block party said this federal holiday honors freedom for all Americans.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. It was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
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The Center for Social Advocacy, based at the Johnson House Historic Site in Philadelphia, is displaying work from Art for Justice, an organization that creates exhibits out of images from currently or previously incarcerated people.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. Eva Andersen reports more about the renaming of Michael Hinson Way and why organizers said it was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
As we continue to mark Juneteenth, we hear from “the grandmother of Juneteenth,” Opal Lee. The 97-year-old retired Texas teacher led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. She led the annual Juneteenth walk in Dallas on Wednesday.
There are Juneteenth events underway and coming up across the Philadelphia area. Here's a quick runthrough of what to do for the holiday and how it's been observed already.
June 19th marks the third consecutive year as a federally recognized United States holiday. Some services and stores may be closed today to commemorate it.
Juneteenth became federally recognized in the U.S. in 2021, but the origins of the holiday and its name date back more than 150 years.
Juneteenth has been celebrated since 1866 and officially became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021. Here are some events throughout the Philadelphia region to celebrate and learn more about the holiday.
The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, celebrating unity and culture, was led by Mayor Cherelle Parker Sunday down South 52nd Street.
Mayor Cherelle Parker led the Juneteenth parade in West Philadelphia. Neighbors said the celebration represents solidarity, freedom and hope.
People from all walks of life came together on Germantown Avenue Saturday for the 18th annual Juneteenth Festival.
The community came together to celebrate Juneteenth early at the historic Johnson House in Germantown.
Staff at the Johnson House Historic Site in Philadelphia say the Juneteenth Festival is a place to play and to interact and learn about history of the holiday. Ross DiMattei was live all morning hearing about the festival.
The Philadelphia police highway patrol unit will assist "mobile surge units" as the city tries to have more police officers on the street on weekend nights. Meanwhile there are events all around the city to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday that falls on June 19.
There's no need to get FOMO if you're not going to the shore this weekend because the Philadelphia region will be bumping with events and festivals you won't want to miss.
Decades before Juneteenth, free Black Americans thrived in the South Jersey community of Timbuctoo. Meet the native son trying to preserve its history.
Darnell Artis helped Gwynedd Mercy University's men's basketball team win a conference championship in 2016.
Police in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, are searching for multiple drivers who were seen doing donuts in a major intersection on Sunday, June 15.
As Israel attacks new sites linked to Iran's nuclear program, Tehran warns against the U.S. wading directly into an increasingly deadly war, and Trump considers doing just that.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
Temperatures climb back into the upper 80s and low 90s Wednesday, but humidity could make it feel like 100 degrees. A heat advisory has been issued through tomorrow.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
Darnell Artis helped Gwynedd Mercy University's men's basketball team win a conference championship in 2016.
Police in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, are searching for multiple drivers who were seen doing donuts in a major intersection on Sunday, June 15.
Police found 13 explosive devices, including pipe bombs, inside the home of Kevin Krebs, who was arrested near a "No Kings" protest in West Chester.
As Israel attacks new sites linked to Iran's nuclear program, Tehran warns against the U.S. wading directly into an increasingly deadly war, and Trump considers doing just that.
Darnell Artis helped Gwynedd Mercy University's men's basketball team win a conference championship in 2016.
Police in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, are searching for multiple drivers who were seen doing donuts in a major intersection on Sunday, June 15.
Relatives and neighbors gathered in Delaware County to remember Abigail Gillon, who died after an accident over the weekend.
The manager of Chickie's & Pete's and the grandson of founder Pete Ciarrocchi served as witnesses for the special occasion.
A new cafe in Delaware County creates opportunities and community for adults with disabilities.
Experts across the Garden State unveiled a new swim safety strategy to help save lives after two people drowned in the past week.
Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, was convicted last year on federal bribery charges.
The second instrument that was stolen from the rock band Heart was recovered, the Atlantic City Police Department said on Monday night.
New Jersey's Supreme Court says the state can have a grand jury investigate allegations of clergy sexually abusing children and report findings.
Twenty-five years ago, Alex Scott, the namesake of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, held her first lemonade stand.
Steady rain will taper off Sunday morning, but the chance for on-and-off spotty showers continues around the Delaware Valley for Father's Day.
Delaware State Police say a train derailment is impacting travel near Old Porter Road in Bear, New Castle County.
For this Delaware developer, a plan to build affordable homes in Wilmington is deeply personal.
Darrian Randle and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Nola Dinkins, who went missing Tuesday night.
For the Hope Afloat dragon boat racing team in Philadelphia, overcoming breast cancer is a team sport.
A 29-year-old man from Switzerland is back in Philadelphia at Penn Medicine months after having a life-changing double-hand transplant.
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
After an initial rollout to some extremely interested drivers, PA's "Let Freedom Ring" license plates are available to order en masse.
SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East Line will close from June 15 to Sept. 2 while bridges on the line are repaired.
New Jersey Transit's train engineers have overwhelmingly approved the tentative deal that ended their three-day strike last month.
In Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, half the residents don't own cars. For them, public transportation is essential, not a choice.
A portion of I-95 South will close Sundays through Thursdays from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. so crews can work on the CAP project.
Darnell Artis helped Gwynedd Mercy University's men's basketball team win a conference championship in 2016.
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
Eric Wagaman and Jesús Sánchez homered as the Miami Marlins snapped a five-game home skid with an 8-3 win over the Phillies on Tuesday night, ending Philadelphia's five-game win streak.
Phillies manager Rob Thomson benched Nick Castellanos on Tuesday for "an inappropriate comment" made during Monday night's game.
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
Philadelphians likely did a double-take for two reasons – former President Joe Biden was seen casually strolling in Rittenhouse Square as the hit TV series "Reacher" filmed nearby.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
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.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The Mines Spung Wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest reached 90% containment on Tuesday, with another update set to come Wednesday afternoon. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
Liz Scott is still in awe of her daughter Alex's legacy. After being diagnosed with neuroblastoma at 4 years old, Alex decided to start a lemonade stand to raise money and help other sick kids – and Alex's Lemonade Stand was born. Today, Liz, a team of volunteers and CBS News Philadelphia are teaming up for the 19th annual Alex Scott: Stand for Hope Telethon to inspire and support kids battling cancer.
Wednesday will be warm with plenty of humidity that will make the high-80s temperature feel close to 100. Thursday is hot and sticky again with a NEXT Weather Alert in effect for the threat of potentially severe storms. Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, which represents 14,000 union teachers, school nurses and counselors, has overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike. A strike could happen if the union and School District of Philadelphia can't reach a contract agreement by Aug. 31, 2025/
Delaware legalized recreational marijuana in 2023 but zoning rules in Sussex County severely limit where retail dispensaries can actually open. A new bill would establish statewide rules to make it more consistent.