Cirque du Soleil pushes boundaries of human body at The Franklin Institute
Cirque du Soleil performers at the BODY WORLDS exhibit offer a unique look at the body from the outside, providing a glimpse of what lies beneath the skin.
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Cirque du Soleil performers at the BODY WORLDS exhibit offer a unique look at the body from the outside, providing a glimpse of what lies beneath the skin.
The Giant Heart at the Franklin Institute reopens this weekend, along with two new exhibits.
The "Giant Heart" at the Franklin Institute in Center City Philadelphia is set to reopen Saturday morning as part of a new exhibit called "Body Odyssey."
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Daddy University, a parent education program, is hosting its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance Sunday at the Franklin Institute. Wydea Rudd and her father, Kenneth Clark will be there, dancing the night away.
A major military celebration representing every major war the Navy has ever fought in, a series of democracy-focused "fireside chats" and much more are on the way as Philadelphia celebrates the lead up to America's 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.
The announcement takes place Tuesday morning at the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial.
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The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close this spring, but it will be back and better than ever in the fall.
The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close starting May 6. It will reopen in the fall as part of a new exhibit.
Check out our ultimate Philadelphia springtime guide, where we break down events going on all season long and outdoor dining spots perfect for a sunny day.
Brian Dawkins' twin daughters Chionni and Cionni were born prematurely in 2007 and spent time in the NICU. On Friday night he spoke at the Miracle Ball, a fundraiser at the Franklin Institute celebrating the 10th anniversary of Today is a Good Day. TGD helps families with babies in the NICU financially and provides support.
Philadelphians gathered all over the city to look up at the sky together during the eclipse.
When Philadelphians look back on the 2024 eclipse, they’ll likely remember the moment of cosmic wonder — and where they were and who they shared it with.
From the Main Line to Center City Philadelphia and over the bridge to Glassboro, New Jersey, the local community came together outside to celebrate the 2024 solar eclipse.
Organizations including the Philadelphia Zoo and the Franklin Institute are getting ready for Monday's solar eclipse and are helping members of the community learn about the celestial event.
On Monday, April 8 from 1:30-5 p.m., the Franklin Institute will have specially designed tents set up on 20th Street for visitors to safely view the eclipse through windows covered with solar-grade Mylar.
The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia will hold a free viewing party for the upcoming solar eclipse.
The Art of the Brick is returning to the Franklin Institute, featuring over 100 creations made entirely of Lego bricks.
The humble LEGO steals the spotlight at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, as The Art of the Brick returns to the museum starting Feb. 17.
According to NASA, one or more meteors could be visible per minute when the Geminids peak in the night sky Wednesday night.
Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, says head somewhere dark and away from city lights if you want to see the Geminid meteor shower this week! He says Wednesday night into Thursday morning will be the best time to view the cosmic phenomenon. Click to read more!
The "Wondrous Space" exhibit is all about what lies beyond Earth. Its creators want to get the public excited about space travel and careers in the aerospace industry.
Jan Carabeo designed a Mars rover and watched it go as we heard more from Franklin Institute Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts on the "Wondrous Space" exhibit.
The 7,500-square-foot exhibit opens Nov. 4. Jan Carabeo chats with Franklin Institute Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts about what you can expect.
Dylan Harper scored 22 points and Victor Wembanyama needed only 10 to help the San Antonio Spurs bounce back from the first loss in 12 games and rout the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday night.
A man turned himself in to Philadelphia police Tuesday in connection with a deadly shooting near Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly in 2025.
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe was ruled out of Tuesday night's game vs. the San Antonio Spurs after he suffered a back injury.
The leader of a Trenton, New Jersey, gang and several of its members are facing charges for several crimes.
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Nate Bowling, an American teacher and a veteran, is stuck in Abu Dhabi. Flights have been canceled because of the U.S.-Iran conflict.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas is reportedly appealing an 80-game suspension for a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
Dylan Harper scored 22 points and Victor Wembanyama needed only 10 to help the San Antonio Spurs bounce back from the first loss in 12 games and rout the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday night.
A man turned himself in to Philadelphia police Tuesday in connection with a deadly shooting near Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly in 2025.
A man turned himself in to Philadelphia police Tuesday in connection with a deadly shooting near Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly in 2025.
A 56-year-old woman died in a house fire in Bensalem Township early Tuesday morning, officials said.
A Montgomery County bus driver was charged with child endangerment after allegedly driving under the influence with dozens of elementary students onboard.
With just 100 days to go, the city is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
An investigation is underway after a white foam leaked into Goose Creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
The leader of a Trenton, New Jersey, gang and several of its members are facing charges for several crimes.
At the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice in Mount Laurel, advocates kick off Women's History Month with an ERA tour through 25 states.
Mayor Gina LaPlaca of Lumberton, New Jersey, admitted to being intoxicated behind the wheel in March 2025, authorities said.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge has been closed to the public after it suffered major damage in last week's blizzard.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
A nor'easter taking aim at Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware has prompted schools to announce closings and virtual learning days for Monday, Feb. 23.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
Camden County health officials said a New Jersey resident was placed in isolation after testing positive for active tuberculosis earlier this month.
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
Dylan Harper scored 22 points and Victor Wembanyama needed only 10 to help the San Antonio Spurs bounce back from the first loss in 12 games and rout the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday night.
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe was ruled out of Tuesday night's game vs. the San Antonio Spurs after he suffered a back injury.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas is reportedly appealing an 80-game suspension for a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
With just 100 days to go, the city is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras scored in a shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers extended their winning streak to three games with a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region for a warmer Wednesday.
The Quakertown Board of School Directors approved the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Matthew Friedman, nearly three weeks after he went on leave.
Gas prices are beginning to spike just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 11 cents per gallon overnight, according to AAA.
PGW and the Philadelphia Fire Department are investigating a possible explosion at a West Philly bagel shop.
As the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran continues, gas prices have spiked around the Philadelphia area.