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"As the process developed, so did the design," says Anthony Newman.
Some local hotels still have rooms available for visitors who want to come to town during the Papal visit.
"Where City Year engages, we have increased attendance," says Philadelphia Schools Superintendent William Hite.
A young woman who made it her mission to help others, has found herself in need.
The DA's office wouldn't get into specifics on why they dropped charges but they say it didn't have anything to do with possible excessive force.
Birders are using a valuable weather tool to track whether, and where, the birds are moving.
Police and other city agencies joined forces to clean up a neighborhood that has become a magnet for criminal activity.
Amelia Boynton Robinson -- who helped plan and lead the historic march in Selma -- died Wednesday.
The SPCA teamed up with Uber Thursday to bring puppies to workplaces.
The newest arrival at the Philadelphia Zoo is getting used to her surroundings.
A new Franklin and Marshall College Poll shows 54% think lawmakers are more responsible for the lack of a budget, while only 29% blame the governor.
Dr. Catherine Soprano, a pediatrician at Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children, says at times there is need for such a medication if the child has significant pain from illness, surgery or trauma.
fter many delays and false starts, the Philadelphia Parking Authority's effort is gaining ground.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is earmarking some $2.6-million in state aid to the communities hard hit by strong storms back in late June.
The Philadelphia Police department is hoping to improve its community policing efforts by rolling out the innovative form of training.
There will be increased traffic not just on roads, highways, and rail lines…but also on the trail system.
Burlington County officials are pondering the future of the bridge over the Rancocas Creek.
World Meeting of Families youth leaders gathered at the Convention Center Monday to begin finalizing their plans.
It's called a Bishop's throne. It's nearly six-feet tall and made with wood from the American Walnut tree.
One of Cape May County's oldest homes needs a flatbed to avoid the bulldozer.
The Papal Visit Playbook has been released, but if you are looking for new information, it's pretty thin.
The National Association of Town Watch runs it with the help of local law enforcement agencies.
She will be using her newly minted engineering skills to design schools, and she expects to learn from her experience.
The fifth annual Beach Bump outside Resorts is looking for 20 to 25 teams of up to 10 players to take part in three levels of volleyball competition on September 12th.
Videos released in July of Planned Parenthood officials discussing the harvest and sale of baby organs sparked the protest.
Thousands of air conditioning units are being recalled by Amana Heating & Air Conditioning due to the risk they could cause fires and burns even when turned off.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside a children's hospital Thursday morning.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
An iconic desk and a special line of sheep tell an American story at the Harriton House in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
A dangerous heat wave is underway in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs this week, where each day temps could surpass 100 degrees.
Thousands of air conditioning units are being recalled by Amana Heating & Air Conditioning due to the risk they could cause fires and burns even when turned off.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside a children's hospital Thursday morning.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside a children's hospital Thursday morning.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
An iconic desk and a special line of sheep tell an American story at the Harriton House in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia for a concert and fireworks show near the Museum of Art.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
As temperatures climb to dangerous levels, Camden County police are going door to door to make sure older residents have what they need to stay safe.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
As a potentially historic heat wave hits Philadelphia, many fans made cooling off their first priority during Wednesday's Phillies game.
Trea Turner hit a three-run home run during a five-run second inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat struggling Pittsburgh ace Paul Skenes and the Pirates 10-6.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
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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.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside St. Christopher's Hospital for Children on Thursday morning, police said. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei has the latest.
A lot of heart will be on display Thursday when the Phillies take on the Pirates at Citizens Bank Park. Sierra Kile, whose father, MLB pitcher Darryl Kile, died at 33 due to a heart attack, will help raise awareness on heart health.
Ahead of America's 250th birthday, the Red, White and Blue To-Do parade and celebration kicks off Thursday in Philadelphia's historic Old City district.
Multiple people are out of their homes after a fire broke out in an apartment on Chestnut Street around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday. Philadelphia fire officials said no one was hurt.
Thursday and Friday are likely to be the hottest days of this dangerous heat wave, with temperatures feeling like 110 or higher in the warmest hours of the day. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast and is tracking when we could see relief.