Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
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West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on The Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Focusing on the Future: Youth group PhillyBOLT keeps tabs on Philadelphia mayoral race
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Class gets students inside a bank, teaches them accounting
Students in a finance and accounting class at George Washington High School are learning how to prepare tax returns.
After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Mayfair teacher introducing students to building trades
Mayfair Elementary School is the only one in the School District of Philadelphia helping students explore vocational programs.
Mayfair teacher introducing students to building trades
Wakisha Bailey reports in this latest Focusing on the Future.
Focusing On The Future: Chasing the dream with high voltage
PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy.
PECO providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Philadelphia students learning about early childhood education
Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom.
2 local high school students create nationally recognized non-partisan organization for polling
Patriot Polling is a non-partisan organization that uses a third-party cold-calling system to survey voters across the nation.
Meet the Pa. teenagers running their own political polls
Lucca Ruggieri, 17, and Arhan Kaul, 16, are running their own polling firm after feeling
Philly high school sophomore has his own sweatshirt line
Anthony Caple says he'd rather wear his own "5 Star" sweatshirt line than something from Gucci.
Focusing on the Future: Deptford Middle School transforms old library into classroom cafe
While you wait to be served, you might just get to hear a tune by Mr. A.
Focusing on the Future: Using body language to teach art
Erica Mandell is an award-winning Philadelphia art teacher. Here's more on the interesting way she communicates with her students.
Local farmer hopes to inspire younger generation to explore non-traditional career opportunities
In this week's Focusing on the Future, we're learning about students who are looking at non-traditional career opportunities.
Focusing on the Future: Students learning culinary skills thanks to Chef Tim Lopez
In this week's Focusing on the Future, young chefs in the Philadelphia School District are taking their culinary skills to new levels.
Central Bucks middle schooler named among most promising STEM students in US
Ethan Shlossberg tells CBS3 about his love for quail and how his invention could benefit farmers.
Dell Music Center partners with Philadelphia Youth Network to help teens focus on futures in music
An inspiring group of Philadelphia teens are focusing on their futures in music.
Young activists head to Harrisburg to voice concerns over gun violence
This week on Focusing on the Future, we are following a familiar group of young activists who are inspiring other teens to register to vote and make changes within their community.
Local High School Graduate Set To Train At Berlin Opera Academy In Germany This Summer
In this week's Focusing on the Future series, one local high school graduate is using her talent head overseas and train in opera.
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Lovern Set To Attend Flight Academy At Delaware State University Before Heading To Military
Many high school commencement ceremonies are just weeks away. In the lead up, Eyewitness News is highlighting seniors with big plans that include Focusing on the Future.
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Mt. Airy Learning Tree's Annual Hidden Garden Tours opens backyard to community
The self-guided tours are expected to bring 200 to 400 people through nine private and public gardens in the area on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to extreme heat
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to more than 3,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
A look at 5 well-known race horse deaths
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
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Mt. Airy Learning Tree's Annual Hidden Garden Tours opens backyard to community
The self-guided tours are expected to bring 200 to 400 people through nine private and public gardens in the area on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to extreme heat
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to more than 3,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
A look at 5 well-known race horse deaths
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
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Mt. Airy Learning Tree's Annual Hidden Garden Tours opens backyard to community
The self-guided tours are expected to bring 200 to 400 people through nine private and public gardens in the area on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Slain Temple police officer Chris Fitzgerald's family sues suspect, parents
The family of slain Temple police officer Chris Fitzgerald has filed a civil action lawsuit against the accused killer and his parents and his mother's boyfriend.
Delaware Valley House members overwhelmingly vote in favor of bill that suspends debt ceiling
The majority of Delaware Valley House members voted in favor of legislation that suspends the debt ceiling and limits spending.
Air quality alerts issued in Del., N.J. due to wildfire smoke
Code orange quality alert: Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires lingers over the region, and Delaware has an air quality alert after a N.J. wildfire.
New video shows group of teens attack SEPTA bus passengers; 2 shot
New video shows the moments a group of teenagers hopped onto a SEPTA bus and attacked a number of passengers.
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Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to more than 3,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Delaware Valley House members overwhelmingly vote in favor of bill that suspends debt ceiling
The majority of Delaware Valley House members voted in favor of legislation that suspends the debt ceiling and limits spending.
NEXT Weather: Temps reaching middle 80s as June kicks off
Thursday is warming to the mid 80s and Canadian wildfire smoke is clearing from parts of our region.
National Donut Day 2023: Where to get free treats in Philadelphia area
With Friday being National Donut Day, doughnut shops are celebrating by giving away free pastries or special promotions.
Ocean City city council to hold emergency meeting due to new beach rules
The mayor and the police chief are also expected to hold a news conference Thursday afternoon after the emergency city council meeting.
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Air quality alerts issued in Del., N.J. due to wildfire smoke
Code orange quality alert: Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires lingers over the region, and Delaware has an air quality alert after a N.J. wildfire.
NEXT Weather: Temps reaching middle 80s as June kicks off
Thursday is warming to the mid 80s and Canadian wildfire smoke is clearing from parts of our region.
"They were everywhere": Senior prank at Delaware boarding school goes viral
The video posted to St. Andrew's Instagram account has now gone viral with nearly 2 million likes and more than 9,000 comments.
National Donut Day 2023: Where to get free treats in Philadelphia area
With Friday being National Donut Day, doughnut shops are celebrating by giving away free pastries or special promotions.
Teens in Wilmington linked to hundreds of car thefts across Philadelphia region: sources
Sources tell CBS News Philadelphia Investigations the group has been linked to hundreds of theft cases in South Jersey, Delaware and across the Philadelphia suburbs.
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CHOP gets $100,000 donation to Center for Celiac Disease
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
Last Mental Reset canceled Wednesday, May 31 due to air quality alert
Today's Mental Reset series at Love Park has been canceled due to an air quality alert in the Philadelphia region.
Delaware man is first Penn Medicine patient to receive robotic kidney transplant
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
On this "Don't Fry Day," woman shares message after battle with melanoma
One woman is sharing a message for others after her battle with melanoma on this "Don't Fry Day."
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Debt Ceiling: The impact on seniors, people who rely on social security
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
How raising nation's debt limit could reduce spending of some coronavirus relief funds
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey seniors! Krispy Kreme is giving free donuts to the Class of 2023
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
Nearly 20 million households are behind on their utility bills
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
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Philadelphia Pride Festival 2023: Road closures, parking restrictions & more
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Your guide to travel around Pa., N.J., Del.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Free Crabfries, tolls for Memorial Day Weekend 2023 travelers in NJ
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
Crash at Conshohocken Curve on I-76 causes traffic delays
I-76 eastbound was closed from I-476 to Gladwyne due to an overturned vehicle at the Conshohocken Curve.
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A look at 5 well-known race horse deaths
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
WATCH: Nick Nurse to be introduced as Sixers head coach
Nick Nurse will be introduced as the Philadelphia 76ers' next head coach Thursday afternoon.
Hamstring injury sends Phillies' Alec Bohm to 10-day injured list
The Phillies on Thursday placed Bohm on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring.
Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
Edmundo Sosa HRs as Phillies lose second straight vs. New York Mets
Mark Canha homered and drove in four runs to lead Carlos Carrasco and the New York Mets past the slumping Philadelphia Phillies 4-1.
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Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Philadelphia Pride Month 2023: List of events, activities
June is National Gay Pride Month and the Philadelphia area has a list of events to celebrate.
Al Pacino, 83, is expecting a baby with girlfriend Noor Alfallah
The Oscar winner will now be a father for the fourth time.
Mermaids dive back into the water at Camden's Adventure Aquarium
The magical creatures are part of the aquarium's Mermaids Under The Sea festival beginning Thursday.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Class gets students inside a bank, teaches them accounting
Students in a finance and accounting class at George Washington High School are learning how to prepare tax returns.
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School District of Philadelphia 5-year plan
A public hearing got underway around 4 p.m. Thursday. Superintendent Tony Watlington gave remarks pitching the plan.
Groundbreaking ceremony held for replacement project of Route 420 Bridge
The new Route 420 Bridge over Darby Creek will include sidewalks and bike lanes to improve connections to the wildlife refuge.
Philadelphia officer home, recovering after Kensington shooting
A Philadelphia police officer is home and recovering after he was shot in the hand during a struggle with a man in Kensington Wednesday.
Eagles' Jason Kelce damages mallet before Philadelphia Union game
After Kelce fired up the crowd, the Union won the game 1-0.
Wissinoming recycling company fire update
The health department says there are currently no warnings regarding the air.