From Parking Lot To Paradise: Penn Park Opens To The Public Tonight
Before, a parking lot. After, a traffic-driver for student-athletes, faculty and staff -- and anyone else looking for an urban oasis.
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Before, a parking lot. After, a traffic-driver for student-athletes, faculty and staff -- and anyone else looking for an urban oasis.
A spokeswoman for the archdiocese described the latest talks as "productive," with the two sides exchanging proposals at an undisclosed location.
Most Philadelphia-area Catholic high schools will be closed on Wednesday because of the ongoing teachers' strike.
The first year of the "Graduation Coach Campaign" saw 1,500 volunteers tutor city teens on how to succeed in high school and college. They are hoping to match that level this year.
Seven hundred lay teachers at 17 area Catholic high schools have been on strike since last Tuesday.
The suspected mold was discovered in Willingboro High School, Memorial Middle School, and JC Stuart Elementary School.
"Laccognathus is a large fish, five to six feet in length. Flat head, very small eyes, very big mouth, very big teeth," says Dr. Ted Daeschler of the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia.
The strike continues for lay teachers at the 17 high schools operated by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. But some students still have to go to school.
Dr. Cynthia Otto is an associate professor at the University Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine who created the "Working Dog Center" at Penn Vet. She is also a member of a FEMA search-and-rescue team.
Mayor Nutter says it's time to look ahead, now that the Arlene Ackerman buyout drama is over.
The issue for teachers is job security.
The School Reform Commission has decided to sign former Superintendent Arlene Ackerman's severance check.
Negotiations resume Thursday afternoon between striking high school teachers and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
New York City firefighter Fabrizio Bivona, a first responder at the World Trade Center in 2001, was at Temple University on Wednesday as part of a 9/11 concert and presentation.
The rainy weather didn't put a damper on attitudes about the first day back to school.
Dr. Richard McCarron says they are "willing and ready" to resume negotiations with the teachers' union.
A ribbon cutting ceremony signalled the official opening of Lenfest Hall, a nine-story building that will provide everything the conservatory's talented musicians will need or want.
Lay teachers at Catholic high schools across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia voted Tuesday afternoon to go on strike as of the first day of scheduled classes, Wednesday morning.
An assembly Tuesday at the Academy In Manyunk ("AIM") included the school's first seniors escorting its next class of first graders in welcome.
A unique free greenhouse exhibit is taking root near 5th and Chestnut Streets in historic Philadelphia.
After a tumultuous summer that saw the buyout of Superintendent Arlene Ackerman, a new school year begins today for Philadelphia public school students.
Philadelphia's annual Labor Day parade and picnic drew a large and mixed crowd -- celebrating the movement that gave the holiday its name.
Contract talks continue between the Association of Catholic Teachers and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, as the two sides try to come together to avoid a strike at the city's Catholic High Schools.
A special event is scheduled in Collingswood, New Jersey Thursday that's designed to raise funds to restore the reputation of pit bulls.
This week the Philadelphia archdiocese will stand at a crossroads of leadership. Charles Chaput is to be installed as the new Archbishop of Philadelphia replacing Cardinal Justin Rigali.
A raccoon that was in an altercation with a dog in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, tested positive for rabies, health officials said.
No one has been charged yet in the deadly shooting of off-duty Philadelphia police officer Alhassane Barry earlier this month.
A 28-year-old man was killed after crashing a dump truck into another construction vehicle early Thursday morning in a work zone on I-476 in Montgomery County, police said.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar, one of the oldest restaurants on Main Street in Manayunk, will close on Oct. 19, 2026.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
A raccoon that was in an altercation with a dog in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, tested positive for rabies, health officials said.
No one has been charged yet in the deadly shooting of off-duty Philadelphia police officer Alhassane Barry earlier this month.
A 28-year-old man was killed after crashing a dump truck into another construction vehicle early Thursday morning in a work zone on I-476 in Montgomery County, police said.
Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar, one of the oldest restaurants on Main Street in Manayunk, will close on Oct. 19, 2026.
No one has been charged yet in the deadly shooting of off-duty Philadelphia police officer Alhassane Barry earlier this month.
A 28-year-old man was killed after crashing a dump truck into another construction vehicle early Thursday morning in a work zone on I-476 in Montgomery County, police said.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
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 raccoon that was in an altercation with a dog in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, tested positive for rabies, health officials said.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
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.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
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.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day as strong storms could bring heavy rain, flash flooding and damaging winds to the Philadelphia area. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Widespread storms Thursday could bring torrential rain, flooding and even spawn a tornado. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Lincoln Univeristy, an HBCU in Chester County, is suing Lower Oxford County over a new ordinance requiring groups to apply for a permit to hold special events.
After a $17 billion settlement with Meta, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are set to receive more than $1.1 billion combined. Brandon Goldner reports.
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.