Huge turnout at inaugural HBCU festival in Philadelphia despite the rain
The event featured collegiate drummers, choirs and marching bands. Organizers wanted to connect young people in Philadelphia to HBCUs through music.
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The event featured collegiate drummers, choirs and marching bands. Organizers wanted to connect young people in Philadelphia to HBCUs through music.
A group of Philadelphia teachers and parents delivered a petition to the district demanding transparency on asbestos issues.
Teachers must notify parents when made aware of a number of factors, including a student's sexual orientation, gender identity or anti-social behavior.
Employees at Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe in Powelton Village are getting a diploma and trade certification. Wakisha Bailey reports in this Focusing on the Future.
At 50 years old, a full-time working mother is graduating from Rutger's University at the same time as her daughter, proving you can be successful going back to school.
CBS News Philadelphia spoke to voters outside of Mayfair Elementary School Tuesday morning. The voters said public safety and education rank highly on their lists of concerns.
The quarterback's graduate degree is in human relations.
Three Kensington High School seniors make history in statewide competition by combining their love for tech with their connection to their Latino culture.
Marcella Baietto reports.
This week, a Norristown high school student was accepted to 7 Ivy League schools, a local student is working to change the world through education equity, and a fearless mother-daughter duo will participate in the More Than Pink Walk.
The 17-year-old Norristown area high school student was accepted to a total of seven Ivy League schools and six other colleges.
Three faculty unions that went on strike last month at Rutgers University have overwhelmingly approved 4-year contracts.
Organizations CBS Philadelphia spoke with say the next mayor needs to tie the city, schools and education groups together.
Diana Tiburcio was awarded the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, which is awarded to undergraduates majoring in math, engineering or natural science showing promise in research.
Dan Snyder reports.
Retailers and restaurants celebrate the lasting contributions teachers make in our lives.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Siafa Lewis reports.
Sixty-six students at the Community College of Philadelphia were honored Tuesday for being part of the first graduating class of Octavius Catto scholars.
The children create a bond with others and build endurance to overcome obstacles on and off the hardwood.
Alphonso Evans leads Allen M. Stearne Elementary School in Frankford, and wants all his students to be able to pursue artistic dreams.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
The proposed rule sends a political counterpunch toward a wave of Republican-led states that have sought to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports that align with their gender identities.
Bensalem's David Balogun has an IQ of 141. Janelle Burrell reports.
Tuesday night is your chance to hear what the candidates who want to be Philadelphia's next mayor think about education in the city.
Highs will hit the 50s Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, but we'll have a chance of snow and rain at night.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
Highs will hit the 50s Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, but we'll have a chance of snow and rain at night.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
A man followed a woman home and exposed himself before fleeing with money from her purse, Philadelphia police say.
A SWAT team arrested murder suspect Ziyker Washington in Philadelphia after he spent more than a month on the run for a killing in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
Members of the New Jersey Group 5 state champions, Washington Township, were honored by state legislators Monday.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a mild Wednesday. We're also tracking the chance of storms at night.
The Democrat said he was proud of raising the minimum wage and restoring funding for things like pensions, public education and women's health care.
Large flames ripped through an apartment building in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood Tuesday night.
State officials say there have been at least 12 major fires over the past five years at EMR Advanced Recycling facilities and argue that the unsafe conditions are a nuisance that's affecting public health.
Drexel University point guard Eli Beard is a difference-maker on the court despite being just 5 feet, 11 inches, his coach said.