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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.
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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.
On this week’s Focusing on the Future, middle schoolers interested in career and technical education explored a variety of courses offered in high schools throughout the city, Wakisha Bailey reports.
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.
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, Wakisha Bailey reports in this Focusing on the Future.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
Sylvain Farrel currently works as an intake specialist, advocate and translator at the Unity Clinic in South Philadelphia.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
On this week’s Focusing on the Future, a group of seniors had one wish before graduating - to save their sports teams. Wakisha Bailey reports.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A group of eighth graders want to finish out the school year leaving their school in better condition than they found it. So for three hours on a sunny day, East Norriton Middle School students held a massive cleanup event.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Ylaine Zhu had just a 1% chance for the prestigious Gates Scholarship and she won out of the tens of thousands of applicants.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, is helping change the face of power sports like martial arts. Wakisha Bailey spoke to Todas and her father, Sensei Michael Todas, in this week's Focusing on the Future.
Cherron Reynolds is Camden High School's only junior chef, and he has big dreams of becoming a master while teaching others.
Sophomore Cherron Reynolds is the first and only junior chef at Camden High School - he says his omelet is his specialty. The head of the school's nutrition program hopes he makes it to the Culinary Institute of America. Wakisha Bailey reports in this latest Focusing on the Future.
At Global Leadership Academy Southwest, students set out on learning excursions because the charter school leadership believes the best learning happens outside the classroom.
Global Leadership Academy Southwest, a charter school in West Philadelphia, says the best lessons are learned outside of the classroom. CBS Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey reports.
ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Philly ASAP is hosting a week-long free program teaching young girls how to play chess. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
Only a senior in high school, Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job with his polling company "Patriot Polling."
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
Taylor Dixon is an English teacher at West Philadelphia High School, but this is far from teaching students how the importance of literature and writing. Instead, Dixon leads the School District of Philadelphia's first-of-its-kind course about the history of tattooing and body art.
New Jersey artist Kimberly Camp addresses culture and identity with dolls in her exhibit "Cross River: A Parallel Universe."
Autumn Lockwood was the first Black woman to coach in the Super Bowl — and is now the first to win one as well.
Temple head coach Adam Fisher, a Bucks County native and Eagles fan, recalls missing the first half of Super Bowl LIX.
The Eagles will need a new offensive coordinator after the New Orleans Saints hired Kellen Moore as their new head coach.
Certain tuna products may have defective lids that could lead to "a potentially fatal form of food poisoning," FDA notice states.
Philadelphia dethroned another dynasty by beating the Kansas City Chiefs, 40-22, in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on Sunday.
New Jersey artist Kimberly Camp addresses culture and identity with dolls in her exhibit "Cross River: A Parallel Universe."
Autumn Lockwood was the first Black woman to coach in the Super Bowl — and is now the first to win one as well.
Temple head coach Adam Fisher, a Bucks County native and Eagles fan, recalls missing the first half of Super Bowl LIX.
Snow will start falling Tuesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region and the rest of the week will feature two more storms.
10-year-old Andre Howard is still healing after he was hurt in the Jan. 31 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers' official drumline will represent the city at the three-day NBA All-Star weekend, which draws some of basketball's biggest stars and celebrity fans.
In a social media post, former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce congratulated his former teammates and friends on becoming Super Bowl champions.
Philadelphia Eagles fans waited in long lines to get Super Bowl championship gear on Monday.
While Philadelphia officials urged fans to stay safe following a Super Bowl victory, Chopper 3 captured some of the havoc that broke out in Center City after the game ended.
New Jersey artist Kimberly Camp addresses culture and identity with dolls in her exhibit "Cross River: A Parallel Universe."
A new member of the Philadelphia Eagles flock was born hours before Super Bowl LIX began.
Excitement is building for Super Bowl LIX. But how can you enjoy it, when your significant other is cheering for the wrong team?
A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
A Cherry Hill elementary school and two schools in the suburbs of Kansas City are pitted against each other to see who can collect the most canned goods.
While Friday brings a break in the precipitation, there will be gusty winds, and more winter weather is on the way.
What happens when you call 816-323-GO KC [4652]? It's a familiar, recognizable fight song for Eagles fans.
A wintry mix of snow, rain, sleet and freezing rain is making its way across the Delaware Valley, prompting multiple schools to close or delay opening on Thursday.
The Philadelphia region's next weather maker will likely affect the roads Thursday morning as rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet will hit the area.
Temperatures will be up and down this week, and the NEXT Weather team is tracking chances for rain, snow, sleet and freezing rain.
Certain tuna products may have defective lids that could lead to "a potentially fatal form of food poisoning," FDA notice states.
A new member of the Philadelphia Eagles flock was born hours before Super Bowl LIX began.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
Robin Eaton, a heart disease survivor, shares her story and what she wants others to know about heart disease.
A nurse at Bryn Mawr Hospital is welcoming new babies into Eagles nation ahead of the Super Bowl.
A win for the Philadelphia Eagles looks to be a win for Philadelphia-area businesses. Restaurants, bars and hotels are gearing up for a boost in business ahead of parade day.
Amazon-owned Whole Foods is asking the National Labor Relations Board to set aside the results of a union election in Philadelphia.
As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for the Super Bowl, fans turn to local artists for custom gear to show their team spirit.
If you want to watch the Super Bowl at a Philadelphia bar or restaurant, you'll need to act fast.
A Visit Philadelphia social media campaign launching Feb. 1 highlights Black family-owned businesses across the city.
A mixed bag of wintry weather is leading to a number of delays and cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport Thursday morning.
A Philadelphia woman says her car was ticketed and towed for blocking a bike lane that didn't exist. After months of trying to fight the ticket herself, it was finally dismissed.
Officials at Philadelphia International Airport say their thoughts are with everyone impacted by the tragic crash near Washington D.C.
Time is ticking! AAA Mid-Atlantic is urging Eagles fans heading to Super Bowl LIX to book their travel plans as soon as possible to lock in favorable rates.
All lanes reopened Saturday night after a tractor-trailer overturned on Exit 1B in South Jersey causing major lane closures.
Autumn Lockwood was the first Black woman to coach in the Super Bowl — and is now the first to win one as well.
Temple head coach Adam Fisher, a Bucks County native and Eagles fan, recalls missing the first half of Super Bowl LIX.
The Eagles will need a new offensive coordinator after the New Orleans Saints hired Kellen Moore as their new head coach.
10-year-old Andre Howard is still healing after he was hurt in the Jan. 31 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers' official drumline will represent the city at the three-day NBA All-Star weekend, which draws some of basketball's biggest stars and celebrity fans.
Taylor Swift was back at the Super Bowl to watch Travis Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
Rapper Kendrick Lamar headlined the much-anticipated Super Bowl 2025 halftime show.
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A New Jersey supermarket held a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lookalike contest Friday to celebrate the Super Bowl.
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.
On Sunday night during Super Bowl LIX, the Temple men's basketball team was on its way back from Memphis without wifi to watch the Eagles beat the Chiefs or even check the score.
Assistant performance coach Autumn Lockwood became the first Black woman to play in a Super Bowl when the Eagles made Super Bowl LVII. Now after Super Bowl LIX she is the first Black woman to win the big game.
More than a day after Philadelphia beat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX, former Eagles center Jason Kelce says he finally found the words to express his feelings about the game.
The FAA is now investigating the single-engine plane crash in Doylestown, Pa. on Monday morning.
Snow starts moving into the region late Tuesday afternoon, lingering overnight, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore reports. South Jersey, Delaware and the Shore will likely see the snow first and receive the most with this storm.