Good Karma Cafe brings more than bold flavors to Philly coffee scene
The Black-owned Good Karma Café in Philly has been steeping community, sustainability and equity into every cup for over 17 years.
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The Black-owned Good Karma Café in Philly has been steeping community, sustainability and equity into every cup for over 17 years.
Philadelphia’s coffee scene is rich in flavor but few cafes serve-up a side of purpose as boldly as Good Karma Cafe. Chandler Lutz explores this local Black-owned business that’s been brewing for more than 17 years.
With WealthMore, Mical Jeanlys-White is on a mission to help more people cash in on financial planning.
Polls show a majority of Americans invest in stocks, but fewer than a third work with a financial advisor to manage them. Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz has more on the Philadelphia tech startup that's on a mission to help more people cash in on financial advice.
Chatterbox, a new charm bar on Haddon Avenue, allows customers to design their own custom jewelry and take it home on the same day. Liz Crawford reports.
Maleek Jackson owns a boxing gym, coaches adults, and offers free year-round training for children, but the boxer himself had to overcome some heavyweight battles before he could give back.
We're lacing up our gloves and taking you to a local boxing gym that has created a vibrant fitness community in the heart of Northern Liberties. CBS News Philadelphia's Krystle Rich has more on how the owner, Maleek Jackson, had to overcome some heavyweight battles before being able to give back.
Achola Simpkins has been encouraging health, wellness and inclusion at her yoga studio Uprising ACM in South Philly for 5 years.
Achola Simpkins has been effortlessly leading yoga classes at her studio in South Philadelphia for the past five years. Simpkins encourages health, wellness and inclusion one inhale and one exhale at a time at Uprising: Arts, Culture and Movement. Natasha Brown reports in this Black Business Month segment.
CBS News Philadelphia's Josh Sanders shares why the heart of American Grammar coffee shop is rooted in conversation, community and creativity.
The Black Reserve Bookstore on Main Street in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is a celebration of Black voices, history and resilience.
Shaykh Anwar Muhammad calls himself "The Black Panther of Lansdale." In this Black Business Month feature, the owner of Black Reserve Bookstore shares more about his business as a gathering place for books, mentorship and meaningful dialogue. Madeleine Wright reports.
From the lab straight to Philadelphia's Point Breeze community market, for Marquita Robinson Garcia, being immersed in the community is part of her brand.
Janelle Burrell spoke to the Philly scientist who's using her expertise to make an impact in the beauty industry.
At Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, guests make their own candles and sweet memories with their loved ones.
At Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, customers can make their own scented candle with various ingredients, including dried flowers. And the business holds a place in history as the first Black-owned business on New Hope's Main Street, according to the local Chamber of Commerce. Eva Andersen reports.
Sew Authentic in Cherry Hill started because of a lifelong passion, but its owner fears she'll have to close.
Tish Carter, the owner of Sew Authentic in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, fears she'll have to close her shop due to the rising cost of rent. Liz Crawford reports.
Akwaaba Tea Salon in West Philadelphia is thriving thanks to Instagram and popular period shows like "Bridgerton."
At Akwaaba Tea Salon on Lancaster Avenue in West Philadelphia, a cup of hot tea is more than just a beverage -- it's an escape. CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell sat down with owner Monique Greenwood to talk about creating the perfect cup and an ambience that invites people to indulge.
Eight local chefs contributed unique elements to create a full Afro-Caribbean meal in South Philadelphia.
As part of Black Business Month, local chef Chaz Brown hosted A Night Out with The Oxtail Exchange & Friends in South Philadelphia Monday. The event featured eight local chefs.
Diante Simmons of New Castle, Delaware, balances scents and service through her small business, Cabernet Candles, and her job as a police officer.
By day, Diante Simmons of New Castle, Delaware, serves her community as a police officer. But she also helps people elevate their spaces through scent at her small business, Cabernet Candles.
FarmerJawn in Chester County held an "Only Love Grows Here" pop-up event on Saturday in response to the vandals that targeted the farm earlier this month.
An umbrella might be needed heading out the door on Wednesday morning in the Philadelphia region as rain showers move through.
Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its winning streak, the team's longest since an eight-game run in July 2023.
V.J. Edgecombe had 30 points and 10 rebounds while playing through pain after taking a hard fall early in the game, Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 111-97 on Tuesday night to tie their playoff series at one game apiece.
Photos by HughE Dillon
Ace Zack Wheeler will return to the struggling Phillies' rotation on Saturday in Atlanta, manager Rob Thomson said Tuesday.
Two men armed with assault rifles robbed a Brinks truck and got away with cash Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police say.
An umbrella might be needed heading out the door on Wednesday morning in the Philadelphia region as rain showers move through.
A driver intentionally crashed a car into a Philadelphia police station on Castor Avenue, police say.
Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its winning streak, the team's longest since an eight-game run in July 2023.
A City Council hearing Tuesday got heated over Philadelphia's proposed ride-hailing tax and the school district's master plan.
Chester will be stepping into the global spotlight during the FIFA World Cup as Subaru Park prepares to host Côte d'Ivoire.
The Trump administration has called microplastics a "human health threat." The tiny fragments are found in the air, water, food and even clothing.
A City Council hearing Tuesday got heated over Philadelphia's proposed ride-hailing tax and the school district's master plan.
A driver intentionally crashed a car into a Philadelphia police station on Castor Avenue, police say.
A woman left her 14-month-old baby in a hot car while she gambled at Parx Casino, police say.
Residents at Diamond Beach are dreading the upcoming summer season over parking concerns.
The sudden swing of freezing temperatures across the Philadelphia region could impact both backyard plants and commercial crops.
Police are reminding residents to lock their car doors and valuables after a chaotic car chase through a South Jersey neighborhood Friday night.
Cape May County authorities say pre-K teacher's aide Shaun Stebbins may have abused someone in the Woodbine School District.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
A grand jury indicted Luqmaan Khan, the Wilmington man accused of plotting an attack on the University of Delaware, on a gun charge.
One person was hospitalized after a person driving an SUV in Wilmington struck three houses and caused a natural gas leak in a crash Thursday afternoon.
Two people were found dead inside an apartment building in Wilmington, across the street from Tilton Park Thursday, sources said.
Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Ordinary Philadelphians are stepping into the ring not for a title but to take on cancer in the fourth annual Liberty Bell Brawl.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Photos by HughE Dillon
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
The warning period for the Philadelphia Parking Authority's school-zone speed camera enforcement ends on Monday, April 20.
Police said a driver ran a red light and then hit another vehicle, killing that driver and a dog at 48th and Walnut streets in Philadelphia.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
The westbound lanes of Interstate 76 were temporarily blocked in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning after a dump truck caught fire.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its winning streak, the team's longest since an eight-game run in July 2023.
V.J. Edgecombe had 30 points and 10 rebounds while playing through pain after taking a hard fall early in the game, Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 111-97 on Tuesday night to tie their playoff series at one game apiece.
Ace Zack Wheeler will return to the struggling Phillies' rotation on Saturday in Atlanta, manager Rob Thomson said Tuesday.
Chester will be stepping into the global spotlight during the FIFA World Cup as Subaru Park prepares to host Côte d'Ivoire.
The penguins at Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey, are proving that when it comes to playoff hockey, you can forget about species loyalty.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Monster Jam is getting ready to take over Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
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.
Bill Kelly says rain will hit the Philadelphia region on Wednesday morning, but then it turns milder. Here's the NEXT weather forecast.
At Julia de Burgos Elementary School, Philadelphia residents weighed in on the proposed ride-hailing tax in Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget.
A driver was taken into custody after he intentionally crashed a car into a Northeast Philadelphia police station Tuesday, sending five people to the hospital, police said.
Students at Boyertown Middle School East spun 210 Rubik's Cubes to create a Flyers logo and celebrate the team's success so far.
Garrett Nicholas, the West Chester University student who died after being hit by a car near his fraternity house, saved three lives through organ donation, the Gift of Life program said. He will help dozens more through tissue donation, according to the organization.