Ed Specht

5 days ago | cbsnews.com | Josh Sanders |Ed Specht

Community traditions, comfort food take center stage this Easter weekend at Czerw’s Kielbasa Easter weekend is here, and across the city, families are gathering to celebrate not just faith and renewal, but the comforting traditions that have been passed down for generations. Inside Czerw's Kielbasa in Port Richmond, the aroma of smoked meats fills the air as customers pack into the neighborhood staple, many of them making the trip a yearly tradition. "Always a big day...

6 days ago | cbsnews.com | Nikki DeMentri |Ed Specht

Penn Relays preparations underway at Franklin Field in Philadelphia The 129th running of the Penn Relays at historic Franklin Field in Philadelphia is a week away. The iconic event starts next Thursday. More than 20,000 athletes of all ages from 28 countries are set to compete, officials said. "This is a historic year in terms of participation.

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Joe Holden |Ed Specht

As the deadline to get a Real ID rapidly approaches, the rush to get one has led to long lines at the DMVs in the Philadelphia region. Starting May 7, adults will need a Real ID to board domestic flights and access certain federal buildings. If you need a Real ID, prepare to waitIt's noon on Tuesday, and the line at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's Granite Run Licensing Center is already outside the door.

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Eva Andersen |Ed Specht

Flag-raising ceremony held at Philadelphia City Hall for Transgender Day of Visibility Philadelphia leaders and advocates gathered at City Hall on Monday to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility with a flag-raising ceremony aimed at promoting visibility, equity and community empowerment.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Nikki DeMentri |Ed Specht

Community sends off Lehigh University women’s basketball team hoping to win against Duke The Lehigh University women's basketball team is one step closer to tipoff. "We've been preparing all year for moments like this," freshman Sibelle Zambie said. On Wednesday afternoon, the team loaded up a bus with suitcases to fly south. The Mountain Hawks are one of two schools from the Philadelphia area competing in the 2025 Women's NCAA Tournament.