Philadelphia High School Students Recognized For Perfect Attendance
More than 40 high school students from seven partner schools in the area were given certificates for perfect attendance by Health Partners Foundation
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More than 40 high school students from seven partner schools in the area were given certificates for perfect attendance by Health Partners Foundation
Mayor Michael Nutter and Philadelphia school superintendent Arlene Ackerman took their plea for more school funding on the road, into an African-American church meeting of lay leaders in West Philadelphia.
The newest crop of Philadelphia historymakers and storytellers begin their work this Memorial Day weekend after graduating at a ceremony at the Betsy Ross House.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating, but Montgomery County district attorney Risa Ferman confirms her office is also part of the probe.
A ruling Tuesday from the New Jersey Supreme Court orders the state to spend more money on the poorest school districts despite Governor Chris Christie's efforts to balance the budget.
The School District of Philadelphia is telling City Council it needs more money from the city to balance its budget.
The Philadelphia School District goes before City Council today, hat in hand.
A bill that would re-establish the office of Safe Schools Advocate within the Philadelphia School District has sailed through the state House and now heads to the State Senate.
Students portrayed the DUI driver and victims in the lesson. Organizers hope the demonstration sinks in because the senior prom is Friday.
The Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management program was designed by working entrepreneurs for those who want to bring their ideas and businesses to market.
The theme of this year's celebration is "Let's Have Some Serious Fun" with over 100 artists, writers, editors, publishers, scholars, spoken-word artists, playwrights, and filmmakers.
With the national unemployment rate at 8.7 percent, there are thousands of people looking for jobs, including college graduates. A local career coach has some non-traditional tips on getting that job.
A new community garden just outside Campbell's Field will help teach some Camden, NJ teens about community service and entrepreneurship.
College graduates from the Class of 2011 at many of Philadelphia's schools of higher learning had their photo taken on the steps of the art museum with local politicians and education officials.
The CEO of the Academy says Drexel students will be able to reap the benefits of increased access to the Academy's huge collections of specimens and the Academy's staff of Ph.Ds in the study of environmental science.
Philly is 10th on Kipplinger's top 10 list of great cities for college grads. The magazine considered healthy economies fueling new job growth as its main criteria.
The school district announced late Thursday afternoon that all the affected schools would be OPEN on Friday.
Four white Philadelphia public school teachers have filed suit against the School District of Philadelphia, alleging racial discrimination.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers wants all of its teachers treated equally. The district wants consistency because those schools are traditionally revolving doors.
The Philadelphia Eagles hosted a youth chess challenge on Wednesday at Lincoln Financial Field, in South Philadelphia.
The CEO of Philadelphia's five Camelot alternative schools says Michael Vick's story of redemption will resonate with its 447 graduates.
Judge John Braxton sentenced Charles Hurst to 2½-5 years behind bars followed by two years' probation.
The University of Pennsylvania held its 255th commencement today, featuring Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington as its speaker.
It appears that, over the objections of Governor Corbett, legislative action on a school tuition voucher bill may be pushed back until fall.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
After Aniah Monroe was carjacked in Philadelphia, her car ended up in a tow lot in Camden. It's now costing her hundreds of dollars to get it back.
The family of Fanta Bility, who was killed by Sharon Hill police gunfire, is pressing for more firearms training for officers.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
The PhilaPort Cruise Terminal was four years in the making. On Thursday, the Port of Philadelphia marked the start of a new era.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
After Aniah Monroe was carjacked in Philadelphia, her car ended up in a tow lot in Camden. It's now costing her hundreds of dollars to get it back.
The family of Fanta Bility, who was killed by Sharon Hill police gunfire, is pressing for more firearms training for officers.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
After Aniah Monroe was carjacked in Philadelphia, her car ended up in a tow lot in Camden. It's now costing her hundreds of dollars to get it back.
The family of Fanta Bility, who was killed by Sharon Hill police gunfire, is pressing for more firearms training for officers.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
The PhilaPort Cruise Terminal was four years in the making. On Thursday, the Port of Philadelphia marked the start of a new era.
After Aniah Monroe was carjacked in Philadelphia, her car ended up in a tow lot in Camden. It's now costing her hundreds of dollars to get it back.
A crash involving a pickup truck and an electric dirt bike left an 11-year-old girl dead in Ocean County, New Jersey, authorities said.
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.
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.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
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.
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.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean is now a Red Bull athlete.
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.
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.
It's another year and another new offense for Eagles franchise quarterback Jalen Hurts. Ahead of the team's final preseason game, Hurts says he believes he's "in a good spot" learning Sean Mannion's offense.
Five years after Fanta Bility was shot and killed by police officers in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, her family is still fighting for change. Her mother is advocating for a law that would require more firearms training for officers.
Convicted child sex offender Jerry Sandusky is slated to be back in court next month, where one of his accusers is expected to recant his testimony. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
No one has been charged yet in the deadly shooting of off-duty Philadelphia police officer Alhassane Barry earlier this month, District Attorney Larry Krasner said. CBS News Philadelphia's Ryan Hughes reports.
As the number of measles cases in Pennsylvania continues to grow, there's now a war of words happening between Gov. Josh Shapiro and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is questioning the recently announced measles deaths in the commonwealth. Pennsylvania's health secretary confirmed two measles-associated deaths.