Temple University's new school year begins with first-ever VP for public safety
Jennifer Griffin served with the Delaware State Police for more than 20 years and has been an adjunct professor at the University of Delaware.
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Jennifer Griffin served with the Delaware State Police for more than 20 years and has been an adjunct professor at the University of Delaware.
A banner was unveiled at an assembly for students and parents on Monday morning.
Each student was greeted by the principal on their way to the classrooms.
Marcella Baietto reports.
Among those voting are bus drivers, bus attendants, mechanics, building cleaners and building engineers.
Next week, CBS3's Natasha Brown will sit down with Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington to talk about how the district is working with the organization on recruitment efforts.
The federal government's program providing free meals will end at the start of the school year.
In a press release on Monday, Gov. Murphy announced that vaccination efforts and results have been increasing with children aged 6 months or older being eligible for the vaccine.
"If we don't act quickly enough, I think it's going to only get worse," Superintendent Daniel McGarry said.
The bus will travel across Philly hosting 10 events and four mega-events until August 20.
Each fair will feature community vendors, free vaccination clinics and physicals for student-athletes.
The four schools, referred to officially as "state-related universities," are not owned by the state, but receive government subsidies.
Residents in North Philadelphia say they've been complaining about this eyesore to no avail.
After a three-year hiatus, the city celebrates its adult learners. Nearly 200 students from the years 2020, 2021 and 2022 came together at the Dell Music Center to celebrate their success.
A survey from the Pew Research Center found white people hold the majority of STEM jobs -- just 9% are Black and 8% are Hispanic.
Good news for families and their children heading back to school in the Garden State.
Dr. Watlington replaces Dr. William Hite who served as Philadelphia School District Superintendent for nearly 10 years.
City Council President Darrell Clarke will introduce legislation that includes $1.8 million.
On the heels of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, Pennsylvania State Rep. Amen Brown says schools in Philadelphia need immediate security upgrades.
The merger gives St. Joe's dozens of additional academic programs and includes an endowment of $500 million.
Schools in Philadelphia and South Jersey are increasing security measures following the massacre in Texas. They're also offering support to students who need it.
The Mayor of the City of Camden, the Camden County Police Chief, the Camden County Sheriff and the Superintendent for the Camden City School District are expected to make the announcement about extra protection at schools at 12:30 p.m. Thursday.
The district initially said in March that older students would start school at 9 a.m.
The man in charge of safety in Philadelphia Public Schools is talking about what the district is doing in the wake of the Texas school tragedy.
Students reached out to Eyewitness News asking to help set the record straight on several key disputes.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly did not rule out using Jesús Luzardo as a starter or a reliever in an NL Wild Card Series
Philadelphia City Council is calling on Pennsylvania to ban or regulate automatic license plate readers like Flock cameras.
Coastal flooding is already hitting Wildwood, New Jersey, and the nor'easter is affecting some weekend events.
With busing not an option, parents are concerned about how their children will get to the new Clifton Heights Middle School.
Mason Weh was found guilty Thursday of fatally stabbing Upper Darby High School student Michael Garr in April 2023.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly did not rule out using Jesús Luzardo as a starter or a reliever in an NL Wild Card Series
Philadelphia City Council is calling on Pennsylvania to ban or regulate automatic license plate readers like Flock cameras.
Coastal flooding is already hitting Wildwood, New Jersey, and the nor'easter is affecting some weekend events.
With busing not an option, parents are concerned about how their children will get to the new Clifton Heights Middle School.
Philadelphia City Council is calling on Pennsylvania to ban or regulate automatic license plate readers like Flock cameras.
With busing not an option, parents are concerned about how their children will get to the new Clifton Heights Middle School.
Mason Weh was found guilty Thursday of fatally stabbing Upper Darby High School student Michael Garr in April 2023.
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.
Coastal flooding is already hitting Wildwood, New Jersey, and the nor'easter is affecting some weekend events.
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.
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.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly did not rule out using Jesús Luzardo as a starter or a reliever in an NL Wild Card Series
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.
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.
Ciddianys Rodriguez opened a bakery from her apartment in 2016. Today, her business, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, has three locations across Philadelphia and employs 28 people.
A new drug known as "Barbie peptides" is growing in popularity among people who want glowing skin without the sun, but experts warn the trend could be dangerous.
Many fast food chains are going to be offering smaller portions and high-protein options, changes aimed at attracting customers taking GLP-1 drugs. CBS News Philadelphia's Stephanie Stahl reports.
Philadelphia City Council on Thursday called on Pennsylvania lawmakers to regulate the use of Flock cameras and other automatic license plate readers amid growing concerns about privacy.
The 110-room estate in Elkins Park will host the Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE flower show, starting Friday through Oct. 4. CBS News Philadelphia's Siafa Lewis reports.