Middle schoolers light up Philadelphia skyscraper with original video games
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
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Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
Middle school students got to see their video games come to life in a huge way Friday night when they were projected as fully playable games on the Cira Centre skyscraper in Philadelphia.
Drexel University point guard Eli Beard is a difference-maker on the court despite being just 5 feet, 11 inches, his coach said.
In her final basketball season at Drexel University, Philadelphia native Amaris Baker has some extra support: Her brother Gabe is a freshman on the scout team and her biggest cheerleader.
Penn will take on Villanova in the men's championship game at the Big 5 Classic this year, while on the women's side, Villanova will play St. Joseph's for city bragging rights.
A woman was struck by a vehicle and killed near 33rd and Market streets in University City on Thursday morning, police said.
Police say they've recovered a silver Chrysler 300 sedan that they say was involved in a hit-and-run Thursday morning that killed 48-year-old Meaza Brown in University City. Ray Strickland reports.
Dr. Brian Lee, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at Drexel University in Philadelphia, said his research found that there is no increase in autism rates associated with Tylenol.
The Academy of Natural Sciences will decrease its operating hours and staff this week because of financial worries.
The Good Samaritan Club, made up of college students from around the city, meets regularly to help keep a North Philadelphia football field clean.
If you've ever wondered where the happiest places in Philly are, Drexel University's Happiness Lab has already done the research for you.
If you've ever wondered where the happiest places in Philly are, Drexel University's Happiness Lab has already done the research for you.
Temple University is celebrating its new president. The school held an investiture ceremony for John Fry. This marks his official installation as the university's 15th president. Fry came to Temple from Drexel University, where he spent 14 years as the school's president. He promised to work to make the campus an inclusive community for everyone.
For the third straight season, Philadelphia won't have a men's college basketball team representing the city during March Madness.
Artists from Philadelphia and Ukraine collaborated to create two murals that are now on display at Drexel University’s Pearlstein Gallery.
Sports anchor Pat Gallen and head coach of Drexel University women's basketball Amy Mallon discuss the inaugural Women's Big 5 Classic tournament and the moment the sport is having in the spotlight. Coach Mallon also shares why the Big 5 is actually a big family too.
Philadelphia's basketball teams are preparing to compete for bragging rights at the Big 5 Classic this weekend.
Men's and women's basketball teams across the city are preparing to compete for the ultimate bragging rights this weekend at the Big 5 Classic in Philadelphia.
The winner of Temple and La Salle will face St. Joe's in the Big 5 Championship at the Wells Fargo Center.
St. Joseph's earned a chance to repeat as Big 5 champions after defeating Villanova and Penn. For a second straight year, Temple and La Salle will battle for a spot in the title game.
Two sports teams on Drexel University's campus have formed a unique bond: basketball and hockey.
At CBS Philadelphia, we are proud to highlight the traditions, pride, and school spirit of Big 5 basketball. That includes the Big 5’s newest member: the Drexel Dragons. Pat Gallen shows how two sports on campus have formed a unique bond.
Philadelphia's premier collegiate basketball teams kick off their season with Big 5 Spirit Day. You can celebrate with the hashtag #Big5IsPhilly, wear your school gear and cheer on teams as the first games happen Tuesday night.
Temple University has a new president. John Fry introduced himself to the Owls community in a video on social media. Before going to Temple, Fry was the president at Drexel University. He says his top priorities are campus and neighborhood safety and diversifying enrollment.
Many dinosaurs including relatives of the T-Rex survived cold climates thanks to a coating of feathers, not unlike their evolutionary descendants - birds. Several feathery dinos are featured in the Ice Dinosaurs exhibit kicking off at Drexel's Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia, Wakisha Bailey reports.
A driver was hospitalized after a tractor-trailer drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Strong storms swept through Philadelphia on Thursday night, with heavy winds and lightning strikes knocking down trees.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
The Philadelphia Police Department's Special Victims Unit is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died in an apparent drowning Thursday night, police said.
The humidity becomes downright oppressive on Friday in the Philadelphia region and stays like that through the evening.
A driver was hospitalized after a tractor-trailer drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Hundreds of people packed the corner of 20th and Durfor streets in South Philadelphia to honor Billy Schmidt's life Thursday evening.
Strong storms swept through Philadelphia on Thursday night, with heavy winds and lightning strikes knocking down trees.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Strong storms swept through Philadelphia on Thursday night, with heavy winds and lightning strikes knocking down trees.
The Philadelphia Police Department's Special Victims Unit is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died in an apparent drowning Thursday night, police said.
The humidity becomes downright oppressive on Friday in the Philadelphia region and stays like that through the evening.
Hundreds of people packed the corner of 20th and Durfor streets in South Philadelphia to honor Billy Schmidt's life Thursday evening.
A man stole a vehicle from Rita's Water Ice in Northeast Philadelphia with a baby inside and crashed after a chase Thursday night, police said.
Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
More than 50 shots were fired in a shooting that hurt seven people in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, local officials say.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
A driver was hospitalized after a tractor-trailer drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
The first 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup match in Philadelphia is Sunday, but the party has already started at Fairmount Park.
The Phillies are adding a veteran outfielder a day after potentially losing Adolis García for some time due to an injury.
As the 2026 World Cup gets underway, some neighbors in Fairmount have mixed emotions about Philadelphia's free FIFA Fan Fest.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Games are likely to be tied at the end of regulation at the 2026 World Cup, especially in the late stages of the tournament with a highly competitive field.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
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.
Inflation is climbing again, and that is making it harder for many people to keep up with bills — household debt also climbed to an all-time high in the first quarter of the year. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with tips to manage credit card debt as costs continue to rise.
Temperatures will get into the 90s in the Philadelphia region on Friday with oppressive humidity before storms break out in the afternoon and evening hours. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
It has been 10 years since the deadliest attack on the LGBTQ+ community in U.S. history. A decade later, people across the country are honoring the victims, supporting survivors and reflecting on the legacy of Pulse.
The KB Foundation, a nonprofit mentoring program, held its Youth Achievement Celebration on Thursday night. Our Janelle Burrell served as the emcee on this inspirational night.
In Philadelphia's Mount Airy neighborhood, crews are working to restore power after storms blew through the region and caused outages Thursday night. Brandon Goldner reports.