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(Actress:) "What do you mean, you get bullied all the time?"
With the impending closures of a number of Catholic grade schools and high schools in our area, affected students and their families are now taking a look at their options.
Striking teachers in a suburban Philadelphia school district are heading back to work.
Apple has announced its aim to replace a high schooler's backpack full of books with electronic textbooks on an iPad. But many students are still priced out of the market.
Former Acting Superintendent Lee Nunery (left) and Former Chief Business Officer Michael Masch will now act as special advisers to Chief Recovery Officer Thomas Knudsen.
Drexel University and the William Penn Chapter of the Association of the US Army held a military benefits workshop for veterans on Thursday at the Cira Center.
Norman Edmund, the founder of Edmund Scientific Co., created both a retail store in Barrington, NJ and a mail-order catalogue business.
The parents of the teens who are attending Philadelphia Archdiocesan High Schools that are closing have to quickly make a decision about where their child will go next year.
A dozen students from a Kensington High School, affected by last week's triple slaying in Juniata Park, hit the theater stage Wednesday night.
The United States Constitution turns 225 this year, and the National Constitution Center, on Independence Mall, has lined up a year's worth of events to mark the anniversary.
A Blue Ribbon Commission says Philadelphia public schools are under-reporting violent incidents, and should offer more counseling to victims.
A final appeal was made to the alumni of a local Catholic high school slated for closure. The message was loud and clear – it's now or never.
Judge Michael Baylson's decision starts the clock running for the Pennsylvania Department of Education to advance some $3.2 million to the Chester Upland school district no later than close of business on Thursday.
Al Mollica, interim CEO of the local Boys and Girls Clubs, says the money will be used to help needy kids learn about robotics and other technology, and gain skills in the digital arts including web design.
Sources tell KYW Newsradio that an agreement would advance $3.2 million to the school district. That would be enough to subsidize the district through the middle of February.
The National Constitution Center, on Independence Mall, had lots of activities for the thousands of Delaware Valley kids who had the day off from school for Martin Luther King Day.
Cosby provided a mix of smiles and brutal, thought-provoking honesty in his King Day address at Rowan University, in Glassboro.
The museum, usually closed on Mondays, was bustling on Monday with a crowd taking advantage of free admission in honor of Martin Luther King Day.
Several hundred strong, members of the Neshaminy Federation of Teachers walked across Woodbourne Road from Maple Point Middle School into Core Creek Park, where they heard from a number of leaders from other unions.
Even though Monday is the official King Holiday, Sunday is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s actual birthday. To reflect on the day, activist and NAACP Board Member Donald "Ducky" Birts discusses his friendship with Dr. King
The Chosen 300 Ministry, a local interdenominational non-profit group, is starting its King Day of Service activities Sunday on Dr. King's birthday.
There's a different sort of community service event on Monday, marking Martin Luther King Day. It's e-cycling, as in recycling for electronics.
No ruling from a Philadelphia federal judge on a lawsuit filed by the Chester Upland School District that seeks to force Pennsylvania education officials to advance them subsidy payments so they can make payroll next week.
The Gateway to College program at Camden County Community College is part of a nationwide effort sponsored by Bill and Melinda Gates to get teens and young adults back into the classroom to finish their degrees.
Special attractions like a petting zoo, rain forest reptile shows and a Bengal tiger will be on display.
After back-to-back beautiful late days in the region, the NEXT big change could arrive as early as the morning commute.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar, one of the oldest restaurants on Main Street in Manayunk, will close on Oct. 19, 2026.
Mice, roaches and mouse droppings were seen in prep, bar and storage areas at Victory Brewing Company's Philadelphia taproom.
Residents' reactions were mixed to the news that Amazon could soon use drones to deliver packages in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
After back-to-back beautiful late days in the region, the NEXT big change could arrive as early as the morning commute.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar, one of the oldest restaurants on Main Street in Manayunk, will close on Oct. 19, 2026.
Mice, roaches and mouse droppings were seen in prep, bar and storage areas at Victory Brewing Company's Philadelphia taproom.
Residents' reactions were mixed to the news that Amazon could soon use drones to deliver packages in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
After back-to-back beautiful late days in the region, the NEXT big change could arrive as early as the morning commute.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar, one of the oldest restaurants on Main Street in Manayunk, will close on Oct. 19, 2026.
Mice, roaches and mouse droppings were seen in prep, bar and storage areas at Victory Brewing Company's Philadelphia taproom.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
After back-to-back beautiful late days in the region, the NEXT big change could arrive as early as the morning commute.
Residents' reactions were mixed to the news that Amazon could soon use drones to deliver packages in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
Two children were killed when a fire broke out Wednesday morning in the 300 block of Hewitt Street in Trenton, New Jersey.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
After back-to-back beautiful late days in the region, the NEXT big change could arrive as early as the morning commute.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
A man was arrested after allegedly crashing his car into a pub in Newark, Delaware, while allegedly driving drunk earlier this month, police said.
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.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
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
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.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Kyle Schwarber became the first MLB player to reach 40 home runs this season, and Jesús Luzardo struck out nine in the Phillies' 6-0 win over the Mariners on Wednesday.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Jeffrey Lurie is being added to the Eagles Hall of Fame for his "legacy and relentless dedication" to the team, Ron Jaworski said.
Cal Raleigh tied a team record with homers in four straight at-bats, George Kirby pitched one-run ball into the eighth inning and Seattle Mariners beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1.
Powered by three Cal Raleigh homers, the Seattle Mariners snapped Philadelphia's season-best nine-game winning streak Monday night.
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.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
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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.
Severe storms and flash flooding risks have led to a NEXT Weather Alert Day on Thursday afternoon and evening in the Philadelphia region. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia was ordered to close after health officials said they found mice, roaches and other sanitation issues during an inspection Tuesday.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar will close Oct. 19, exactly 39 years after owner and head chef Bruce Cooper first opened the Philadelphia restaurant in 1987. CBS News Philadelphia's Eva Andersen and Bill Seiders have the story.
Police in Cheltenham Township, Pennsylvania, say a rabid coyote has been shot and killed after attacking a dog. CBS News Philadelphia's Kerri Corrado reports.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect Thursday afternoon and evening because of severe storms and flash flood risk. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.