New Franklin Institute Exhibition Explores The Human Brain
Monday morning, CBS3 Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl gives viewers an exclusive first TV look at 'Your Brain' -- a new exhibition at The Franklin Institute.
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Monday morning, CBS3 Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl gives viewers an exclusive first TV look at 'Your Brain' -- a new exhibition at The Franklin Institute.
The book "Deeper Learning" cites 8 schools that are "transforming education," Including a school in Philly.
Philadelphia has been selected in a national competition as one of seven cities to encourage youth mentorship in science, technology, engineering and mathematics ("STEM").
As part of the Philadelphia Science Festival, the Franklin Institute helped passersby experience "The Thrill of the Luge."
Watermelon Magic seeks to fascinate children with the life cycle of plants but its methods are likely to fascinate any viewer.
Forty-four Drexel students will attempt to break the record for the largest "Rube Goldberg"-style device.
Skywatchers are waking up early to try to catch a glimpse of a recently discovered comet as it passes through this part of the solar system.
Many of the remarkable artifacts on display will make their North American debut.
"The components of this wall literally are 12,500 aluminum panels," Franklin Institute senior VP Troy Collins explained. "They are hung on over 800 rods and it covers over 3,000 square feet."
An independent film festival is underway in Philadelphia this weekend and one of the entries is a short film made by a group of Gloucester County high school students.
Philadelphia's first international exposition kicks off Monday and includes more than 100 events over 47 days.
A young Red-tailed Hawk from the nest at the Franklin Institute has been released less than a month after he was injured in an apparent collision with a car.
Even if you've been to the Franklin Institute lately, you might have been unaware of the construction on its south side: the three-story Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion.
Workers have pulled a huge sheet of plastic over the 20-foot-tall, white marble statue of Ben Franklin, in preparation of removal of a portion of the south wall of the Franklin Institute's central great hall.
Nearly two weeks ago, the lone surviving fledgling from the Franklin Institute Red-tailed Hawk nest was found injured on the Ben Franklin Parkway and taken to the Schuylkill Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic in Upper Roxborough. The young raptor appears to be on the mend.
Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, says this a regular, recurring event.
"The 80-90 percent mortality rate for red-tailed hawks in their first year is absolutely proving."
"Sadly, the female twin flew into a window at Moore College of Art," a blogger tells KYW Newsradio.
A new study gives Philadelphia non-profits good grades for fundraising efficiency and accumulating assets but a terrible score for spending on administrative costs and CEO salaries.
The Red-tailed Hawk nest at the Franklin Institute is empty. The littlest and last to hatch was the first to take flight on Thursday; the last of this year's brood of three fledged Sunday.
If you look into the sky Sunday morning the moon is going to look a lot different.
Corbett met a receptive audience from the oil and gas industry today at the Franklin Institute, while critics of Marcellus Shale drilling shouted from the sidewalk as he came and went.
In addition to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, visitors to the City of Brotherly Love on Friday will have another attraction to check out.
"Spy: The Exhibit, The Secret World of Espionage" opens Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
Posts about the sudden deaths of Eagles cheerleaders paraded across Facebook timelines recently. It turns out, none of them is real.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton.
New court documents reveal what tipped off investigators and what Jonathan Gerlach allegedly admitted to police.
Glassboro School District leaders say the policy they enacted last year has helped students with learning and limited distractions.
Posts about the sudden deaths of Eagles cheerleaders paraded across Facebook timelines recently. It turns out, none of them is real.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton.
New court documents reveal what tipped off investigators and what Jonathan Gerlach allegedly admitted to police.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
Glassboro School District leaders say the policy they enacted last year has helped students with learning and limited distractions.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
Posts about the sudden deaths of Eagles cheerleaders paraded across Facebook timelines recently. It turns out, none of them is real.
New court documents reveal what tipped off investigators and what Jonathan Gerlach allegedly admitted to police.
The "Gateways to Philadelphia" project aims to clean and beautify the main highways that lead into the city in time for major events in 2026.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton.
Glassboro School District leaders say the policy they enacted last year has helped students with learning and limited distractions.
Video shows how three Woolwich Township police officers worked together to rescue a boy from a lake in Swedesboro, New Jersey.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Saving Grace Ministries is among a growing number of nonprofits nationwide struggling to achieve their goals due to rising costs.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday night in Hockessin to honor Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
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.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Flights to and from the Caribbean have resumed, but travelers are still feeling the effects of the weekend restrictions.
Posts about the sudden deaths of Eagles cheerleaders paraded across Facebook timelines recently. It turns out, none of them is real.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton.
MLB on Friday suspended free agent outfielder Max Kepler, most recently with the Phillies, 80 games for a failed PED test.
The Philadelphia Eagles hope Jalen Hurts' winning traits will lead the franchise to a second straight Super Bowl championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles will need some help to host another NFC championship game. Here's how it could happen.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
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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.
Philadelphia has launched an anti-graffiti and highway beautification project designed to give the more than one million visitors expected in 2026 a bold and vibrant welcome.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Investigators spent all day Friday at alleged graver robber Jonathan Gerlach's home in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, removing remains and holding them until they are positively identified. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Posts about the sudden deaths of Eagles cheerleaders paraded across Facebook timelines recently. It turns out, none of them is real. Liz Crawford reports.
The Winslow Township Eagles are soaring thanks to their head coach and former dual-threat quarterback Bill Belton. Krysle Rich reports.