Gamechanger: Joel Austin
Austin started "Daddy University" in 2004, helping fathers in the African-American community do a better job for their kids.
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Austin started "Daddy University" in 2004, helping fathers in the African-American community do a better job for their kids.
The issue of racial profiling drew a crowd to a community center in Lower Merion, Montgomery County this afternoon. The meeting followed two incidents in which cops stopped black men who were shoveling snow.
Twenty projects designed to engage Philadelphians in imaginative new ways are under consideration for funding by the Knight Foundation.
Two Pissarro landscapes, with their exquisite use of color, and Morisot's famous painting of a young girl are now on permanent display at the museum thanks to a local family with a deep passion for art.
Adventure Aquarium's 'Dinosaurs of the Deep' offers visitors a chance to dive into the past and discover what it was like deep beneath the oceans' surface during prehistoric times.
It's been ten years since the Hamilton Elementary School at 57th and Spruce Streets had a library.
The African American Children's Book Fair is today at the Community College of Philadelphia.
"It's a large group, they've been waiting a long time. They have earned the right to be promoted," said Philadelphia police commissioner Charles Ramsey.
Sonya Jackson, 39, was last seen at her home, in the 300 block of North Busti Street, last Saturday. She suffers from schizophrenia.
With temperatures in the teens and wind chills in the single digits, no one wanted to be outside for long Friday morning.
The "Hug A Hero" campaign is designed to show support for service members in combat and to raise money for USO programs in Pennsylvania and South Jersey.
The upcoming season of Anthony Bourdain's CNN show will feature one of Camden's oldest and most beloved spots: Donkey's Place.
Under the guidance of doctors and staff, fifth- and sixth-graders from Germantown Academy were taught the basics of robotic surgery at Temple Hospital.
An annual survey from the American Psychological Association looks at Stress in America.
Councilwoman Cindy Bass today will propose what would be the first ever city regulations covering those large donation bins you see in parking lots and alleys throughout Philadelphia.
Police in Bridgeton found an unexpected suspect wandering the streets of the city.
Leah Brown, right, was celebrated for her participation in last year's police-versus-fire weight-loss competition, called "The Battle of the Badges."
Organizer Every Heard says there are plans to have a photographer on site for before and after photos, refreshments from Rybrew and maybe even a couple musical performances.
Among those testifying was attorney Jackie Gallagher, whose third child, Jack, was diagnosed with autism at age 18 months.
Randolph Sanders, 36, is charged with murdering Kim Jones, who was his supervisor at a social service agency for children.
CBS Philly has received the following community cancellations for Monday, February 2, 2015.
Love is a schoolteacher in North Philadelphia who inspires her students and, she says, was inspired by them in turn.
The Philadelphia Technician Training Institute is hoping to leap into a bigger space to serve more students.
One of the nation's first non-profits, about to celebrate its bicentennial next year, will do so by moving from New York City to the historical center of Philadelphia.
From classics to sports cars to vehicles of the future, there's something for everyone.
Monday sees a return to average temperatures for this time of year with highs around 60 degrees and breezy conditions in the afternoon.
Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in dramatic fashion, netting the overtime winner for the Flyers against the Bruins.
The Red Cross is helping three families who were displaced from their homes on Germantown Avenue.
Porter Martone scored a power-play goal in overtime, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.
Mickey Moniak homered twice and the Colorado Rockies defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 to salvage the finale of a three-game series.
Monday sees a return to average temperatures for this time of year with highs around 60 degrees and breezy conditions in the afternoon.
Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in dramatic fashion, netting the overtime winner for the Flyers against the Bruins.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue shared on Facebook that Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Shick died on Saturday, April 4.
The Red Cross is helping three families who were displaced from their homes on Germantown Avenue.
Porter Martone scored a power-play goal in overtime, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.
The Red Cross is helping three families who were displaced from their homes on Germantown Avenue.
A man allegedly stabbed his 61-year-old father to death Saturday night in North Philadelphia's Hunting Park neighborhood, police said.
A child suffered minor injuries after he stuck his hand into a wolf enclosure at the ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
April 5 marks the return of Open Streets: West Walnut, where eight blocks in Center City will close to vehicles on Sundays to allow pedestrians to walk, shop and eat.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue shared on Facebook that Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Shick died on Saturday, April 4.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
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.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in dramatic fashion, netting the overtime winner for the Flyers against the Bruins.
Porter Martone scored a power-play goal in overtime, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.
Mickey Moniak homered twice and the Colorado Rockies defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 to salvage the finale of a three-game series.
UCLA finished the season 37-1 by defeating the three-time national champion South Carolina Gamecocks.
Phillies' Trea Turner hit a go-ahead RBI double in the fifth inning in a narrow victory over the Rockies.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region as we start the week with a sunny and cool Monday.
Security camera video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows a car speeding down the street, jumping the curb and slamming into the building.
President Trump said that Tuesday "will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran" — as he threatens to hit Iranian electrical facilities and bridges.
Families dressed in their best outfits for this year's 93rd annual Easter Promenade on South Street.
The Red Cross said it's assisting three families who can no longer stay inside the home.