Franklin Institute astronomer Derrick Pitts loves making science accessible
Pitts is the first African American and the first American to hold dual titles of chief astronomer and planetarium director at a major science institution.
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Pitts is the first African American and the first American to hold dual titles of chief astronomer and planetarium director at a major science institution.
The Franklin Institute's chief astronomer and planetarium director spoke to CBS News Philadelphia's Tammie Souza.
The exhibit is going on a five-year world tour that begins at the Franklin Institute. The exhibit runs till Aug. 27.
Ross DiMattei reports from the Franklin Institute.
The exhibit is going on a 5-year world tour. It'll be at the Franklin Institute until Aug. 27, Ross DiMattei reports.
Jasmine Payoute reports live from the Franklin Institute.
Jasmine Payoute reports.
The exhibit is going on a world tour for the next 5 years, and is starting in Philadelphia at the Franklin Institute.
Chief Astronomer with the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joined CBS3 to discuss the launch.
Starting Saturday, Franklin Fright returns to the science museum every weekend for the month of October.
Abby Bysshe, the chief experience and strategy officer at the science museum, joined CBS3 to talk about what Franklin Freight has to offer.
The Franklin Institute will be the site of the world premiere for The Harry Potter Exhibition.
The Franklin Institute is preparing to spark our creativity and imagination next month, with the world premiere of Crayola Ideaworks: The Creativity Exhibition.
Face coverings and no-touch temperature checks will be required for staff and visitors three years of age and older.
On Thursday, the museum offered a sneak peek of the President Barack Obama figure at Broad and Chestnut Streets in Center City.
If you're looking for activities the whole family can enjoy together, how about a little star-gazing?
CBS3's Ukee Washington talked to Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer of the Franklin Institute, about SpaceX and NASA's collaboration.
Many of us have gotten to tour some of the cool collections at the Franklin Institute.
The research team made the discoveries using rocks found off the Yucatan Peninsula.
The summer exhibit, which opened in April, was initially set to run until Sept. 2.
The very first hot air balloon flight in America happened in Philadelphia.
With the help of science, the hot air balloon has been carrying riders skyward, even before the Wright Brothers.
The exhibit opens Saturday, April 13.
This award ceremony is for scientists from across the country and this year included two Nobel Prize Winners.
The exhibit will be open until Sept. 2.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Fire officials say a deadly rowhome blaze in the 5400 block of Regent Street in Southwest Philadelphia was intentionally set.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A police officer in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is under investigation and on administrative leave after hitting a naked man with a patrol car.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County.
Philadelphia Police said Najee Williams is charged with murder, weapons violations and other counts in connection with the shootings in December and January.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
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.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick and three second-rounders.
Frank Reich and Aaron Glenn are teammates again with the New York Jets, looking to turn around the fortunes of a frustrated franchise.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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.
After seeing a story on CBS News Philadelphia, a Los Angeles dog got the pacemaker it needed.
Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia is playing a pivotal part in the celebrations of America's 250th anniversary, putting the spotlight on Black excellence.
A deadly fire at a rowhome in Southwest Philadelphia early Wednesday morning was intentionally set, fire officials said.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is reverting to its prior name. It was briefly known as the Philadelphia Art Museum following a rebrand in the fall.
Police are looking for a man they believe is connected to two fatal shootings involving tow truck drivers in Philadelphia over the past three months.