Montgomery County private school breaks barriers through diverse student body
Leaders and students at the Valley Forge Baptist Academy in Montgomery County celebrated Black History Month Thursday and their passion for diversity.
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Leaders and students at the Valley Forge Baptist Academy in Montgomery County celebrated Black History Month Thursday and their passion for diversity.
Meet the artist who painted hope and representation on the walls of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Germantown.
When a church in the Germantown section of Philadelphia needed renovations, it decided to rethink its artwork and prioritize representation. Cavin Jones brought the ideas to life.
An award-winning preservationist knew of his legacy, but not her connection with the man known to be one of the wealthiest men in Philadelphia in the 1800s.
City Hall is called the "People's Building," and a new Black History Month exhibit highlights some of the people in Philadelphia's history.
A Black History Month exhibit at Philadelphia City Hall celebrates the untold stories of Black Philadelphians.
"In many people's minds, the African American Community did not exist," Adrienne Rhodes, co-founder of The Preserving Black Haddonfield History Project, said.
In order to celebrate Black history, you have to know it existed. That's part of the mission behind The Preserving Black Haddonfield History Project.
The Marian Anderson Museum in Philadelphia was severely damaged by flooding, but museum officials hope to reopen the historic building by late spring.
The Marian Anderson Museum in Philadelphia was severely damaged by flooding, but museum officials hope to reopen the historic building by late spring.
From kinky afro puffs to honey blonde voluminous crimps, the hair textures and styles run the gamut, initially inspired by her daughter.
A Philadelphia artist challenges the perception for Black hair through collectable dolls. Aziza Shuler reports.
From Boyz II Men on Friday, to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus all weekend long, the Delaware Valley is where you'll want to be this weekend.
Freedom fighter who helped integrate Girard College to speak at Arcadia University.
Bernyce Mills-DeVaughn, now 76 years old, helped integrate Philadelphia's Girard College in the 1960s.
MaKenzie Hanks is inspired by Black history, from Shirley Chisholm to her own family, to speak up for HBCUs.
Aziza Shuler spoke to Makenzie Hanks, a Lincoln University student discovering her voice as an activist and change agent.
Students helped preserve Black history by transcribing documents related to abolitionist and author Frederick Douglass.
New Jersey's Rowan University hosted a "Transcribe-a-thon" where students transcribed documents related to abolitionist and author Frederick Douglass to make them more accessible and easier to locate.
Prolific architect and University of Pennsylvania alum Julian Abele did the floor plans for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Mother Bethel AME Church in Philadelphia received a $90,000 grant to help preserve its historic building in the city's Society Hill neighborhood.
Julian Abele, a University of Pennsylvania alum, did the floor plans for the Philadelphia Museum of Art and other iconic buildings including the Parkway Central Library - and made huge architectural contributions to the campuses of Harvard and Duke. Janelle Burrell reports.
Mother Bethel AME received $90,000 from a federal trust to repair the stained glass windows at the church that has stood for more than 130 years. Wakisha Bailey reports.
The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is introducing middle school classes to complex topics on race by having students teach their peers.
The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is introducing middle schoolers to complex topics on race by having student leaders teach their classmates.
A new book teaches kids kindness and honors the legacy of Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Boyle.
The detention of a Turkish couple who own a New Jersey kebab shop helped galvanize their community against immigration crackdowns last year.
Carl Henderson, who owned Carl's Cards and Collectibles in Havertown, Pa., brought Philly sports stars to meet their fans.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
Two barges carrying salt along the Delaware River to Philadelphia were delayed this week because of the exceptionally icy conditions on the water.
Rescue boats were on the scene at the Wiggins Park Marina on Thursday as crews tried to pull a firefighter from the water.
A new book teaches kids kindness and honors the legacy of Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Boyle.
The detention of a Turkish couple who own a New Jersey kebab shop helped galvanize their community against immigration crackdowns last year.
Carl Henderson, who owned Carl's Cards and Collectibles in Havertown, Pa., brought Philly sports stars to meet their fans.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
A new book teaches kids kindness and honors the legacy of Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Boyle.
Carl Henderson, who owned Carl's Cards and Collectibles in Havertown, Pa., brought Philly sports stars to meet their fans.
Two barges carrying salt along the Delaware River to Philadelphia were delayed this week because of the exceptionally icy conditions on the water.
A fire broke out at a rowhome in North Philadelphia on Thursday morning, officials said.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
Rescue boats were on the scene at the Wiggins Park Marina on Thursday as crews tried to pull a firefighter from the water.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will not return for the 2026 season.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick and three second-rounders.
Frank Reich and Aaron Glenn are teammates again with the New York Jets, looking to turn around the fortunes of a frustrated franchise.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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 family of Parady La, who died in ICE custody in Philadelphia in January, is searching for answers about what happened.
A Camden, New Jersey, firefighter died after falling into the ice-covered Delaware River in the city on Thursday, according to officials. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Dan Snyder reports.
A community in Havertown, Delaware County, is mourning the loss of Carl Henderson of Carl's Cards and Collectibles, who died last week. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Frigid temperatures combined with reduced sunlight can impact brain chemicals that make people feel miserable, resulting in the winter blues. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Frigid temperatures combined with reduced sunlight can impact brain chemicals that make people feel miserable, resulting in the winter blues. Stephanie Stahl reports.