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Mr. William, Penny, and Samantha welcome viewers to the 6 AM CBS News Philadelphia broadcast, promising important and feel-good stories, weather, traffic, and community highlights. They encourage audience interaction and express their Philly pride.
The broadcast highlights the ongoing investigation into a partial parking garage collapse, with two bodies recovered. Mayor Charelle Parker is expected to sign an executive order. The upcoming segment will feature the 7-day forecast from Kate Bo and Kimberly Hudson, and traffic updates.
There were no Power Ball winners, offering another chance to play. The Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks and will host the Chicago Cubs. The Philadelphia Flyers are two points away from a playoff spot and will face the Carolina Hurricanes. The Philadelphia 76ers won against the Milwaukee Bucks and will participate in the play-in tournament, hosting the Orlando Magic.
The US will begin blockading ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Sentcom. A Westchester University student was fatally struck by a car near campus. The King and Queen of the Netherlands are scheduled to visit Philadelphia today.
A 19-year-old motorcyclist died after crashing on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia. A man died after being hit by a car in Port Richmond. A mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one dead and six critically wounded.
Mr. William, Penny, and Samantha wrap up the 6 AM newscast for Monday, April 13, 2026, encouraging viewers to have a great day, be kind, and respect others. They sign off until the next broadcast.