How this N.J. multi-sport athlete made the U.S. Special Olympics roster
Meet Glassboro native Alexa Valletta, whose feistiness helped her earn a spot on a U.S. Special Olympics roster.
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Meet Glassboro native Alexa Valletta, whose feistiness helped her earn a spot on a U.S. Special Olympics roster.
Glassboro, New Jersey, native Alexa Valletta used her feistiness to help her earn a spot on a U.S. Special Olympics roster. Krystle Rich has the story.
From picking cotton on a Tennessee farm to raising a family in South Jersey, Lillian Crooks is celebrating 100 years of life.
Lillian Crooks credits her long life to just being herself and letting God lead her.
Glassboro School District leaders say the policy they enacted last year has helped students with learning and limited distractions.
One person was shot near Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, early Sunday morning, police said. No students were involved, but some said the incident raises safety concerns on campus.
Glassboro Public Schools is using ZeroEyes, a video analytics program with artificial intelligence that can detect firearms within view of any camera equipped with its software.
A school district in South Jersey is now using an artificial intelligence system designed to detect weapons and prevent a mass shooting.
A Glassboro man was charged with theft after being accused of taking money from a patient while working as an EMT in April.
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
An out-of-control truck slams right into a South Jersey home in Woodbury Heights. Emergency crews are trying to prevent the badly damaged home from collapsing. The truck hit the home so hard that it knocked it off its foundation. Joe Holden reports the latest.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
Three teens were killed in a crash on Route 55 in Glassboro, New Jersey, Sunday afternoon, officials say.
Smoke poured from this home on Marion Street in Elk Township near Glassboro around 8 Thursday morning. You can see the smoke flowing from every window. Officials said they are in the initial stage of the investigation into what caused the fire. No word yet on any injuries.
Smoke could be seen billowing from a home on the 500 block of Marion Street in Elk Township, near Glassboro, on Thursday.
South Jersey communities are still feeling the effects of heavy smoke from the Pheasant Run Wildfire in Glassboro that blanketed the region over the weekend.
Crews are battling multiple wildfires burning across New Jersey, including at the Glassboro Wildlife Management Area.
Thousands of students said goodbye to their families as they stepped into college life at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey.
The store was forced to throw out the entire barrel of pickles following the incident, police said.
This week, the CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of snow and fridge temperatures and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events around the city.
A blood drive in Glassboro, New Jersey, on Monday collected donations for people who have sickle cell disease, which mainly affects African Americans.
A blood drive Monday at the Church of St. Bridget gathered donations for people with sickle cell disease.
This week, a funeral was held for fallen Philadelphia officer Richard Mendez, an investigation discovered there are no cameras inside the parking garages and much more.
A group of 32 Rowan University students will produce and broadcast Delaware Blue Coats games.
Two legacy sisters share why they're proud to be a part of Rowan University
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Multiple people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Brandon Valenzuela hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays scored twice off Jhoan Duran to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.
A 45-year-old woman was beaten to death with two bricks in a North Philadelphia alley Sunday morning, police said.
A man is in custody after making threatening comments online toward St. Pius X parish in Broomall, Pennsylvania, police say.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Multiple people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Billy Schmidt, a student at Penn State, was fatally shot near his South Philadelphia home after someone stole his phone, police said.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
A 45-year-old woman was beaten to death with two bricks in a North Philadelphia alley Sunday morning, police said.
A Bucks County man used the chatbot Grok on X to create more than 30 images of AI-generated child porn, officials said.
The new public safety hub brings Philadelphia police, SEPTA police, Jefferson police and more under one roof to help the agencies coordinate and keep people safe.
After a CBS News Philadelphia investigation exposed the rampant sale of nitrous oxide in Pennsylvania smoke shops, a new law is now in the works.
Multiple people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Brandon Valenzuela hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays scored twice off Jhoan Duran to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
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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.
Dozens of Haitian soccer fans gathered at Stockton University on Tuesday for a rare opportunity to watch Haiti's men's national team train in person as the squad prepares for its return to the FIFA World Cup.
The road was closed for nearly five hours after a tractor-trailer flipped on its side.
At least two people were shot in Trenton on Tuesday night, according to police.
For the first time in his career, Lane Johnson has a new offensive line coach, which will be a massive shift for the two-time Super Bowl champion.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni spoke with the media Tuesday for the first time since the team traded A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots.