Asian Population In Philadelphia Growing Exponentially, Census Says
New analysis of census figures shows that the percentage of Asians in Philadelphia's immigrant community has increased seven-fold over the last 40 years.
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New analysis of census figures shows that the percentage of Asians in Philadelphia's immigrant community has increased seven-fold over the last 40 years.
A Philadelphia city councilman wants to put the brakes on the city's controversial property tax overhaul.
KYW reporter Hadas Kuznits and her husband Daniel are now the proud parents of their newborn son, Geffen Julius Reinherz.
Local NAACP president Jerry Mondesire says repeated attempts to contact the mayor have been met with silence.
Pope Benedict XVI has sent what could possibly be the last tweet of his papacy.
The Upper Darby School District, facing a nearly $10-million shortfall in the next budget year, is doing something unusual: essentially deputizing its citizens to help find a solution.
"This is the only jail in the country built to keep people out of jail," he says.
At 14, Kayla is a bit shy -- until you get her talking about sports.
They're known to be loud, sometimes rude. And that their initials are "SOB" is no accident.
It's an event that is projected to draw tens of thousands of Catholics from around the world for the six-day event.
The Llanerch Diner in Upper Darby, Pa. hosted an Oscar Viewing Party Sunday night, hoping to see Silver Linings Playbook bring home some Oscar Gold. The film was nominated in eight-different categories.
FEMA has extended Transitional Sheltering Assistance for an additional two weeks for New Jersey families displaced by superstorm Sandy.
The United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania has launched a new, free hotline to help connect people to health and human services organizations.
The 160-year-old Church of the Assumption will be spared the wrecking ball, at least for now, following a ruling from the city's L&I Review Board.
Caroline Pla (#10 in photo) began playing football at age five. Last season, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia caught wind of Caroline's presence on the team and told her it violated CYO policy.
Flanked by The Host co-stars Max Irons and Jake Abel, Meyer posed for the paparazzi before sitting down and greeting a thousand fans who had stood in line for hours.
Speakers talked about the establishment of the university in 1821 by 68 prominent Philadelphia apothecaries who pledged "to invite a spirit of pharmaceutical investigation."
The appreciative audience of schoolkids at the Scottish Rite Auditorium listened as the orchestra played Camille Saint-Saen's "Carnival of the Animals," with two pianos.
Aides to the mayor were in the hot seat Wednesday as city council members grilled them over the controversial new property assessments that have some residents fuming.
"I think this is a great opportunity for our students to really be at the forefront to make a statement and take a stand against bullying," said Michael Calderone, principal of Harding Middle School.
Two years ago, the Public Interest Law Center of Philadelphia filed a class-action lawsuit against the School District of Philadelphia on behalf of the 1,600 children with autism in grades K through 8.
"We're working as a united front instead of a friendly rivalry that the contest has become over the past five years," says Kim Kosko with the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium.
"I like playing football and I like going out places, and I like doing stuff that is fun," says Zy'mir, 12.
One notable school coming off of the school closure list is Strawberry Mansion High School, which will remain open.
Kimmel Center president and chief executive Anne Ewers says the theme this year is, "If you had a time machine, where would you go?"
The Labor Day holiday weekend is here, and Mother Nature will reward us after a very rough week of weather in the Philadelphia region.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Atlanta's Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sánchez in a matchup of two of baseball's best pitchers, and the Braves beat the Phillies 5-2 on Friday night to extend their lead in the NL East to five games.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
A crash on Black Horse Pike in Monroe Township left a 54-year-old man dead and two others injured early Friday morning, police said.
John "Johnny Doc" Dougherty, the former Philadelphia union leader in federal prison on bribery and embezzlement charges, is a free man.
The Labor Day holiday weekend is here, and Mother Nature will reward us after a very rough week of weather in the Philadelphia region.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Atlanta's Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sánchez in a matchup of two of baseball's best pitchers, and the Braves beat the Phillies 5-2 on Friday night to extend their lead in the NL East to five games.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
A Philadelphia mother is on a mission to honor her son's life by pushing to make interstates safer after he was shot and killed on I-95 in March 2025.
John "Johnny Doc" Dougherty, the former Philadelphia union leader in federal prison on bribery and embezzlement charges, is a free man.
A USPS worker was hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
The family-owned boardwalk shop has become a must-stop destination, serving generations of visitors the same hot cake donuts since 1976.
A signage issue at North Broad Street forced the PPA to refund more than $1.2 million in speed camera violations for more than 12,000 drivers.
A crash on Black Horse Pike in Monroe Township left a 54-year-old man dead and two others injured early Friday morning, police said.
Police believe a group of dirt bike riders deliberately damaged the field at the Mullica Township Recreational Complex and then drove away.
A South Jersey woman who spent nearly $1,000 on Bruno Mars tickets says she finally got her money back after contacting CBS News Philadelphia for help.
The family-owned boardwalk shop has become a must-stop destination, serving generations of visitors the same hot cake donuts since 1976.
While Friday will not be quite as active as the past few days, the Philadelphia region will still need to watch for some late afternoon and Friday evening storms.
While Friday will not be quite as active as the past few days, the Philadelphia region will still need to watch for some late afternoon and Friday evening storms.
More showers and storms will be possible later this afternoon into this evening and bring back the chance for severe weather.
Mantua, New Jersey, was among the hardest hit places in the Philadelphia area after stormy weather swept through on Tuesday night.
The Philadelphia area is under another NEXT Weather Alert on Wednesday for the potential for another round of strong storms.
A tornado warning in Burlington County, New Jersey, was canceled Tuesday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Atlanta's Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sánchez in a matchup of two of baseball's best pitchers, and the Braves beat the Phillies 5-2 on Friday night to extend their lead in the NL East to five games.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
Ben Simmons agreed to a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings, marking a return to the NBA for the former No. 1 draft pick.
Lawyers for former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky are asking to cancel a hearing related to an accuser recanting his claims.
The Philadelphia Phillies saw their six-game losing streak end Wednesday with a 1-0 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
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 Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be less humid. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast for a beautiful Labor Day weekend.
The Phillies lost 5-2 to the Braves in the first game of a four-game series Friday night, but fans are still hopeful for the rest of the games.
John Dougherty was released Friday afternoon after he served less than a third of his six-year sentence, his lawyer said.
Whether it's your first beach day or you've been creating memories and family traditions in Ocean City, New Jersey, for years, Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of summer for many. Reporter Siafa Lewis talked to families about their plans.
The unofficial end of summer is nearly here, but reporter Siafa Lewis is soaking in the final taste of the season with some sweet treats from Shriver's Salt Water Taffy and Fudge along the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey.