How a North Philadelphia school is growing the next generation of scientists and engineers
An initiative to get more Black students interested in science, technology, engineering and math is underway at The Stearne School in North Philadelphia.
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An initiative to get more Black students interested in science, technology, engineering and math is underway at The Stearne School in North Philadelphia.
The Promise scholarship program is an extension of Temple University's core mission of providing an affordable and accessible education, leaders said.
Philadelphia basketball coach Kendreaus Adams-Johnson thought he might be getting a gift card and was blown away that he was named Primo Hoagies' "most valuable coach" winner - which comes with a trip to Las Vegas and tickets so Super Bowl LVIII.
Philadelphia School District Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington addressed challenges the district will need to overcome in a speech Tuesday.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington joined Mayor Cherelle Parker and other community leaders to deliver the first-ever State of Public Education Address on Tuesday morning.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington delivered his inaugural address Tuesday morning at CAPA, the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts.
Reginald Streater, president of Philadelphia's Board of Education, shares what parents can expect from the 1st "state of public education" address from Dr. Tony Watlington today.
While many improvements have been made in the Philadelphia school district, the superintendent admits there are still many challenges ahead.
A Philadelphia private school has a group of young entrepreneurs who believe opening a business is more than a paycheck.
A Camden mother is calling out the Camden City school district after she says her son who has autism was attacked by multiple students at school.
A new app is helping students in one Pennsylvania district connect with licensed counselors anytime.
Spelman College, a liberal arts school for women located in Atlanta that is ranked first among historically Black colleges and universities by U.S. News & World Report, received a historic $100 million donation.
Temple University of Muhlenberg College are under investigation by the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights for alleged discrimination on campus.
The Office for Civil Rights recently opened the investigations into "discrimination involving shared ancestry."
Jerry Jordan, who has led Philadelphia's teachers union since 2007, announced Tuesday that he did not seek reelection for the top job.
Claire Fagin served as the University of Pennsylvania's interim president from 1993 to 1994 after leading its nursing school.
This week, CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of the weekend's rainstorm, a man was saved by crews in Delco during the rainstorm, and much more.
The House Ways and Means Committee is looking into Penn's tax-exempt status because of alleged antisemitism on campus.
The U.S. House Ways and Means Committee is looking into Penn's tax-exempt status after allegations of antisemitism on campus and controversial remarks during a hearing in December.
Tyrek Johnson, 19, is the first District of Philadelphia grad to be hired under the changed legislation.
Tyrek Johnson is the first first District of Philadelphia alumnus to be hired by the city because of legislation that updated requirements.
18 students at Villanova followed community leaders and several others around their communities to tell stories that will turn into two 25-minute documentaries.
In a two-semester course at Villanova, students create production companies that produce documentaries about important societal issues.
This is a special year-end edition of the Pulse that shines a spotlight on heart, hustle and home. Here are some of the stories that represent the heart behind the headlines of 2023.
Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania are rejecting legislation to send more than $33.5 million to the University of Pennsylvania's veterinary school over criticism that the Ivy League school has tolerated antisemitism.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
You'll want your sunglasses and sunscreen along with a grill to fire up as the weather will feel and look like summertime.
Two people were injured after a shooting in a McDonald's parking lot in Allentown Friday night, police say.
The PGA Championship isn't just drawing crowds to the course, it's bringing a surge of business to communities across Delaware County.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
You'll want your sunglasses and sunscreen along with a grill to fire up as the weather will feel and look like summertime.
Two people were injured after a shooting in a McDonald's parking lot in Allentown Friday night, police say.
The PGA Championship isn't just drawing crowds to the course, it's bringing a surge of business to communities across Delaware County.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
Two people were injured after a shooting in a McDonald's parking lot in Allentown Friday night, police say.
The PGA Championship isn't just drawing crowds to the course, it's bringing a surge of business to communities across Delaware County.
A shooting left a man wounded after he was struck in the head. Now, police are now examining a pair of smart glasses that could help identify the shooters.
For many people, Round 2 of the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club has turned into a family affair.
A Philadelphia parish confronts deep wounds with a memorial honoring survivors of priest sexual abuse — acknowledging decades of pain.
The PrideFest parade Saturday will cross state lines, starting in Lambertville and ending in New Hope, where a full festival celebrates the reason for the season.
A recent college graduate in New Jersey is warning others to look for these red flags after she received a fake job offer.
As the Delaware Valley happily leaves a snowy winter behind, many can hardly wait to hit the Jersey Shore for Memorial Day weekend.
For the first time ever, the World Cup final will host a Super Bowl-style halftime show, with megawatt headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
EMR in Camden has rolled out a new fire suppression system in hopes of stopping sparks before they spread.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Crews were called out to the 2000 block of North Harrison Street for a reported blaze at a three-story building.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Doctors in New Jersey say an illness known as CHS that affects cannabis users is on the rise.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Breeze Airways launched its first flights out of Atlantic City International Airport just days after Spirit Airlines shut down suddenly.
The sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines is having an outsized impact on Atlantic City International Airport, where the budget carrier accounted for about 75% of all flights.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
For many people, Round 2 of the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club has turned into a family affair.
Chris Gotterup had enough Jersey toughness to handle the cold wind Friday morning in the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink.
Meet Glassboro native Alexa Valletta, whose feistiness helped her earn a spot on a U.S. Special Olympics roster.
Three rare basketball trading cards depicting the late Kobe Bryant are expected to fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars at auctions this weekend.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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.
Would you pay more for a basketball card than a starter home? Collectors snagged these rare Kobe Bryant basketball cards from Heritage Auctions for over $600,000 apiece this weekend.
A beautiful day for a game of golf — Ray Strickland reports from Aronimink Golf Club as Day 3 of the PGA Championship gets underway.
After a gorgeous Saturday, our NEXT Weather team is tracking hot temperatures with a potential to break records. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
We're tracking a potential heat wave as highs go into the 90s early next week. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Police are investigating whether a pair of smart glasses captured video of a shooting that left a man wounded in South Philadelphia on Thursday night. Kerri Corrado reports.