The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Dec. 25-29
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.
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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.
This week, we got behind-the-scenes footage at USPS during the holiday season, Camden students explored new medical opportunities, the Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater and much more.
With a new automated phone line, callers can get a free pep talk, hear a joke or listen to some words of encouragement from a Pennsylvania student.
A partner between Camden City School District and Virtua Health is giving students hands-on experience in the medical field and a head start on their careers.
A group of Camden students has lofty goals as they start a new program learning emergency medicine. The school district has partnered with Virtua Health to give students hands-on experience in medicine and EMT training.
Liz Magill came under fire this week after a hearing in Congress where university presidents were asked about antisemitism on college campuses.
About to celebrate his 2nd Thanksgiving away from Ukraine, David Kozyrkov performed at his Philadelphia school and shared his story.
This week, volunteers and staff packed hundreds of Thanksgiving meals for seniors, runners took the city by storm at the 2023 Philadelphia Marathon and much more.
Several leading Pennsylvania universities that receive millions of dollars in state aid must start publicly disclosing more records about their finances, employment and operation.
This week, the Delaware Blue Coats mascot, Coaty, helped Meteorologist Kate Bilo with the forecast, an Eagles letterman jacket made famous by Princess Diana came back and CBS Philadelphia held its 14th Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon.
At least 100 children in grades 1 through 5 were arrested in school during the 2020-2021 school year, according to CBS News analysis of newly-released federal data.
Dr. Abram Lucabaugh, who resigned as superintendent of the Central Bucks School District, will receive a $700,000 severance package after the school board voted to approve it on Tuesday night.
It's an educational sports camp aimed at empowering children with visual impairments with the idea they can participate in any sport and activity.
It's an educational sports camp aimed at empowering children with visual impairments with the idea they can participate in any sport and activity. Ryan Hughes reports.
Lincoln is one of four state-related universities in need of funding from Pennsylvania - which is currently frozen until the Senate passes a funding bill.
The film's director worked with a dream team who all have a special place in their hearts for the city of Philadelphia.
At the Lower Cape Branch of the Cape May County Library, the door to Lenape culture is wide open.
Four universities in the state of Pennsylvania are waiting on hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for this fiscal year, including Lincoln University.
The First Lady teamed up with Nickelodeon and iCivics for a special morning at the Independence Visitor Center in Center City
Wakisha Bailey shows you the "Beauty at Edison" salon suite at Thomas Edison High School.
Wakisha Bailey shows you the "Beauty at Edison" salon suite at Thomas Edison High School.
A bill passed the Pennsylvania state Senate that would require parents to opt in to allow children to view books deemed sexually explicit.
The Wissahickon School District is teaming up with Gwynedd Mercy University to keep new teachers close to home.
At Kencrest Learning Center, inspiring toddlers is more than just a way to earn a paycheck, Wakisha Bailey reports.
Jordan Lucas was charged with DUI after police said he had a blood alcohol level of 0.236%, nearly three times the legal limit.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
Jordan Lucas was charged with DUI after police said he had a blood alcohol level of 0.236%, nearly three times the legal limit.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
The city-owned statue was moved Wednesday after spending several months inside the museum as part of an art exhibition.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
The Hard Rock Atlantic City hosted its seventh annual Out of the Darkness Walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Knicks President Leon Rose, who hails from Cherry Hill, and Executive Vice President William "World Wide Wes" Wesley, who was born and raised in Camden, were honored.
Officials along the Jersey Shore are preparing for potential flooding and erosion from a possible nor'easter this week.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill's administration fined a data center in Vineland $1.07 million for violating the New Jersey Air Pollution Control Act Tuesday.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
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's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Jordan Lucas was charged with DUI after police said he had a blood alcohol level of 0.236%, nearly three times the legal limit.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
Zack Wheeler struck out 11, including a franchise-record seven in a row to start the game, and the Phillies inched closer to clinching a playoff spot with a 6-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been placed in the NFL concussion protocol, according to a person familiar with the situation, adding another wrinkle to the team's plans for Monday night's game against Philadelphia.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
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.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
Tickets are on sale now for the Feast of Gennaro in Ambler, Pennsylvania, benefiting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
A new immersive experience is coming to the Netflix House in King of Prussia.
Strong northeast winds, 6–12 foot surf and multiple rounds of coastal flooding continue through Saturday. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
As rough surf and whipping wind from a coastal storm are leaving their mark on the Jersey Shore. Kate Bilo and Brandon Goldner report.