Canada Wildfire Could Impact Philadelphia Area: Check Out Smoke Map

We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated. Here's what we know about the path of the smoke right now.

Philadelphia Baby Recovering After Receiving World's Smallest Pacemaker

At 6 months, Cameron Knowles is celebrating a half birthday that his mom is grateful for.

Tastykake Recall: Some Products May Contain Peanut Allergens

The batch was distributed May 11 to stores in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Virginia and West Virginia.

Medical Marijuana Seminar Friday In Philadelphia

State Rep. Danilo Burgos, D-Phila., is hosting a Medical Marijuana Seminar Friday at The Lighthouse Somerset Building-Gymnasium.

Air Quality Potentially Dangerous In Philly Region Friday: DEP

Young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems should limit outdoor activities Friday, according to state officials.

Mitchell Elementary Students Relocated After Asbestos Scare

Mitchell Elementary students will spend the rest of the year at Morton McMichael because of issues with asbestos inside the building.

No Air Pollution After Warehouse Fire In Philadelphia: Officials

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health said there was no rise in pollutants in the air after Monday's four-alarm warehouse fire.

Philadelphia School Relocating To New Building After Asbestos Scare

Mitchell's school building is closed for the rest of the school year.

Philadelphia Students Affected By Asbestos Closures After Spring Break

Officials say Frankford High School will be closed Monday and will transition to virtual learning Tuesday and Wednesday.

Philadelphia's "Hope Dealers" Believe FDA Narcan Decision Will Save Lives

"We're basically spiritual first responders," Kevin Bernard, director of chaplains at Rock Ministries, said.

Water Declared Safe By Philadelphia Officials After Friday Spill

Officials initially said the water would be safe through at least 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, but have now declared it safe outright.

Water Deemed Safe Through Tuesday Afternoon: Philadelphia Officials

Officials said they have been rigorously and continuously testing water in Philadelphia after the Friday night spill.

Philadelphia Water Safe To Drink At Least Through Monday

Philadelphia tap water will remain safe to drink at least through the end of Monday, despite a latex spill in Bucks County, officials said.

$1K Monthly Payments To Pregnant Philadelphians Eyed Under New Program

The program does come with means testing, as residency in certain neighborhoods is required to get the no-strings-attached income.

Social Worker Program In Philly Is Changing Trajectory Of Young People

March is not only Women's History Month but it's also recognized as National Social Work Month.

Firefighter Injured In Fall Released From The Hospital

Ballinger left Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Wednesday to a crowd of cheering first responders.

UPenn Doctor Traveled Overseas To Help Syria, Turkey With Deadly Earthquakes

"These are community members that were pulling rubble out themselves with their hands to try and save their family members," Dr. Ahmed said.

Please Give The Gift of Life

Petra Chesner Schlatter needs a living kidney donor Without Living Donor, Dialysis Will Begin

Doctor Explains The Highs And Lows Of Eagles Games Impacting Fans' Hearts

Research shows rooting for a sports team can be a workout for your heart.

Pennsylvania 'On High Alert' For Bird Flu As Egg Prices Drop

Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture is "on high alert" for highly-pathogenic avian influenza, Ag Secretary Russell Redding said to CBS.

Top 50 Bed Bug Cities: Where Philadelphia Ranks On Orkin List

Philadelphia has consistently been in the top 10 bed buggiest cities according to Orkin. See where it was ranked in Orkin's newest list.

Plane Carrying Sick, Vomiting Passengers Lands At PHL

"Moderate turbulence" left several passengers sick on a flight to Philadelphia International Airport, American Airlines officials confirmed.

Masks Urged As CDC Head Comes To Philadelphia For Health Conference

Director of the Centers for Disease Control Dr. Rochelle Walensky said masking is a great way to avoid the flu, COVID, and RSV.

UPenn Has Promising Early Results Of New Flu Vaccine

The study shows the vaccine triggers a quick memory immune response that can adapt to new viral strains.

Kids With RSV Overwhelm Philadelphia Pediatric Hospitals

RSV is currently the big troublemaker, potentially dangerous for young children but adults can get it and can spread it too.

CHOP Opens New Mental Health Center In West Philadelphia

"We need this more than ever because our children have been isolated for so many years," CHOP CEO Madeline Bell said.

2021 Overdose Deaths Up From 2020 In Philadelphia

New data on overdose deaths in Philadelphia shows the city's increase from 2020 to 2021 was lower than the national increased, per the CDC.

Health Officials Say North Philadelphia Residents Don't Have To Worry About Chemical Exposure After Junkyard Fire

The cause of the fire is still being investigated.

1-Year-Old Critically Injured After Being Attacked By 2 Dogs Inside Oxford Circle Home: Police

The infant was placed in critical condition.

Gritty 5K Run-Walk Set For Oct 22 In Philadelphia

The beloved Flyers mascot is once again hosting his 5K run-walk, with hot dogs, paint, relaxation, games, cake, and more. See details here.

Air Quality Alert Issued In Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health issued a Code Orange declaration for Thursday. Strenuous outdoor activity should be limited.

Monkeypox In Philadelphia: See Case, Vaccine Counts Here

The city is getting monkeypox vaccines from the federal government, and to date has administered 1,613 doses in the city.

Trash Everywhere: Temple University Students Not Making The Grade When It Comes To Moving

You can see it on just about every corner, every street — piles of trash more prominent than the pavement.

Monkeypox Vaccine Available At Philly Health Clinics

Patients at Mazzoni Center, PhiladelphiaFIGHT, Presbyterian Hospital, Drexel Partnership, PennMedicine can get the vaccine at no cost.

Heat Health Emergency Extended In Philadelphia

The Heat Health Emergency was set to expire Thursday night, but officials extended it through 11:59 p.m. Sunday. See full details here.

No Health, Air Quality Concerns Following SW Philly Junkyard Fire

No toxic compounds were identified at the site of the fire at levels that would pose a threat to human health, officials said.

Monkeypox Vaccine Administration Expanding In Philadelphia

People identified as contacts of people who have confirmed or probable monkeypox and others considered at high-risk will be given the shots.

Junkyard Fire Prompts Air Quality Response In Southwest Philadelphia

Vehicles at a junkyard at 61st and Passyunk caught fire Monday afternoon, prompting health officials to investigate the air quality.

After Roe V. Wade Ruling, Doctors See An Increase In Vasectomies For Birth Control

“I've had an influx of consults for vasectomy over the past probably four to six weeks,” urologist Dr. Michael Hagg, said.

Southwest Philly Being Sprayed For Mosquitoes Wednesday Morning

Some mosquitoes carry West Nile virus, which can cause West Nile encephalitis and infection that can result in an inflammation of the brain.