Watch CBS News
With the new assessment tests already somewhat controversial in the state, some North Jersey parents were upset to learn that a company is being paid to watch their children's online chatter.
With a countdown of "3-2-1...," soapsuds exploded from a container, covering those gathered on the steps of the Franklin Institute.
The Philadelphia-based Food Trust heads the new initiative, called "Get Hype Philly."
Councilman Wilson Goode calls them "mega-nonprofits" -- the city's universities and health care institutions, which are now exempt from property taxes.
Eric Barron issued a statement Wednesday night to the Penn State community, saying some senior university leaders see a need for such a review.
It's the latest addition to the online Google Cultural Institute, an effort by the digital info company to capture significant artworks for all the world to share.
School is on for Paulsboro High School students today after a strange odor sickened more than a dozen people at the Gloucester County school yesterday.
The Deputy Consul General of Israel based in Philadelphia dissected Tuesday's rough-and-tumble election in his home country and the contrast of the democratic process for students at Girard College on Wednesday.
The School District of Philadelphia is launching city wide literacy programs aimed at students from pre-K through 4th grade.
At the Salvation Army's Kroc Community Center, Camden schools superintendent Paymon Rouhanifard (at lectern) said the idea is to engage the uninvolved.
Hundreds of children were showing their smarts and their creativity at a history competition being held, today and tomorrow, at the National Constitution Center.
Get your degree while you get a tan. That's right – Rutgers University is now offering classes at the Jersey Shore.
"(Philadelphians) have an extremely low opinion of the performance of the public school system, and ... they favor replacement of the School Reform Commission with an elected school board," says a spokesman for the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Delaware Valley College, in Doylestown, has inked a deal with the Pennsylvania Air National Guard to expand educational opportunities for military personnel serving at the former Willow Grove Naval Air Station.
The governor reassured the group of his support for the state's flourishing natural gas industry.
Health officials have declared an "outbreak" status at the school, meaning any student with a cough should stay home until they've been seen by a doctor.
Authorities say a 26-year-old Jack & Jill ice cream employee was stabbed once his left upper chest area by an unknown suspect on campus.
Pennsylvania state senate president Joseph Scarnati has sent a letter to Penn State president Eric Barron, "basically objecting to the fact that they're having a known domestic terrorist being sponsored by taxpayer dollars speaking at Penn State."
Some Montgomery County, Pa. educators got a taste of what their classrooms might look like in the future.
"I realized my sister's story isn't unique," recalls Ann Rejrat. "There's a lot of people out there who need help."
Deborah Diamond, President of Campus Philly, likens the week long event to an online matchmaking service of sorts.
U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan says Pennsylvania has the largest spending gap between rich and poor school districts — and that must change.
Mighty Writers, a group that promotes critical thinking and creativity through after-school and weekend programming, is opening its first bilingual center on Monday.
If you can't make it to Austin this year for the annual South by Southwest music, entertainment and technology conference, tonight there's a free pre-party at Temple University featuring some of the acts from the ALL Philly music showcase before they head southwest.
Saturday, March 14th (3/14), is International Pi (3.14...) Day, a day to celebrate all things mathematical.
Richard and Rita Zajko were murdered inside their home in Chester Heights, Pennsylvania, on New Year's Eve in 2022.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
A quadruple shooting in North Philadelphia on Sunday, June 21, killed two men and injured two others, police said.
Police say Natasha Teague has been charged with murder and arson in the death of Barry Turner in a North Philadelphia fire.
A new investigation suggests many outlet store "deals" may not be deals at all. Consumers' Checkbook's Kevin Brasler exposes the secrets.
Richard and Rita Zajko were murdered inside their home in Chester Heights, Pennsylvania, on New Year's Eve in 2022.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
A quadruple shooting in North Philadelphia on Sunday, June 21, killed two men and injured two others, police said.
Police say Natasha Teague has been charged with murder and arson in the death of Barry Turner in a North Philadelphia fire.
A new investigation suggests many outlet store "deals" may not be deals at all. Consumers' Checkbook's Kevin Brasler exposes the secrets.
Richard and Rita Zajko were murdered inside their home in Chester Heights, Pennsylvania, on New Year's Eve in 2022.
A quadruple shooting in North Philadelphia on Sunday, June 21, killed two men and injured two others, police said.
Police say Natasha Teague has been charged with murder and arson in the death of Barry Turner in a North Philadelphia fire.
A new investigation suggests many outlet store "deals" may not be deals at all. Consumers' Checkbook's Kevin Brasler exposes the secrets.
Philadelphia is the proud birthplace of the United States Postal Service, and Benjamin Franklin is to thank for it all.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
The memory of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp, is kept alive by his mother and his community.
A 37-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly damaged and stole Pride flags along Kings Highway in Haddonfield, police said.
The body of a 20-year-old who disappeared while swimming in Ocean City, New Jersey, has been found after more than five weeks.
Rakim Stevens created Fathers Forward to help other single dads navigate the challenges of parenting and hopes to expand beyond Camden.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
With the MLB All-Star Week coming to Philly next month, two HBCU standouts will have a chance to showcase their talents on a national stage.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
The 2026 Men's World Cup may be centered around the stadiums, but some Philadelphia business owners say the tournament's impact is being felt well beyond the sports complex.
The Philadelphia 76ers selected Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. with the 22nd overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft Tuesday night.
Bryson Stott's three-run homer highlighted Philadelphia's eight-run outburst in the ninth inning and the Phillies rallied to beat the Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday night.
Yaxel Lendeborg, the Michigan star and South Jersey native, was selected 11th overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2026 NBA Draft Tuesday night.
In her first broadcast TV interview since Jalen Brunson helped lead the Knicks to victory, Sandra Brunson told CBS News she sends her son "words of encouragement" to keep the games in perspective.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
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.
At a rally in Philadelphia Wednesday, a coalition of groups had a rally to urge the city to delay turning on new speed cameras.
Members of IBEW Local 614 have been working since April 1 without a contract.
If you're shopping at outlet stores for brand-name leftovers or last season's stuff on clearance, a new report from nonprofit Consumers' Checkbook reveals how much of the merchandise you find was never in regular stores to begin with.
Chopper 3 was over a crash scene on Route 42 northbound near Bellmawr on Wednesday morning.
The show over the Art Museum is now slated for midnight after going off at 9 p.m. last year.