2 Princeton University grad students arrested in pro-Palestinian encampment protest
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
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At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
The Philly Palestine Coalition Thursday's march was to support the student movement for Palestine. However, Jewish organizations argue it's fueling antisemitism.
The walkout drew concern from some in the community as large protests over the conflict in Gaza have happened across the country.
Families gathered in New Jersey Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
Pro-Palestinian student protests against the war in Gaza, including high-profile demonstrations at Columbia and NYU, led to responses in the Philadelphia area. As students at the University of Pennsylvania celebrate Passover, many can't help but fear for their friends' safety at other campuses after months of unrest following Hamas' attack on Israel on Oct. 7. Wakisha Bailey reports.
With prayers, songs and traditions that span generations, families gathered Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt. "Passover celebrates the resilience of Jews," Jennifer Dubrow Weiss, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, said.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
Ahead of Passover, which begins Monday, Jewish students at the University of Pennsylvania said they feel fear for those in Israel and on other campuses.
Amid protests at Columbia University and other schools, University of Pennsylvania students talked to CBS News Philadelphia about the culture on campus and antisemitism ahead of Passover, which begins Monday night.
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.
Overnight U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News that an Israeli missile struck Iran. And Uber is adding a new way for riders to get verified and launching the test program in several cities including Philadelphia. Janelle Burrell has your latest morning headlines with the weather forecast from Kate Bilo.
Philadelphia police and Pennsylvania State Police arrested a combined 68 people for blocking traffic during rush hour on Monday.
Local organizations and Philadelphians with ties abroad are feeling the impact after Iran launched hundreds of missiles into Israel over the weekend.
According to Israeli officials, Iran launched hundreds of missiles into Israel over the weekend. Some people told CBS News Philadelphia they were fearful for the safety of their friends and family in the country.
For Danielle Gutman, who lives in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Iran's attack renewed worries about relatives in Israel.
A Montgomery County woman with family members in Israel said news of Saturday's attack by Iran triggered a renewed sense of concern. Her family was OK, she said, but it's hard being so far away.
Israel says 99% of the missiles and drones launched by Iran in an overnight assault were downed by its air defenses, with help from its allies.
President's handling hits new lows; Democrats have grown less supportive of aid to Israel.
Americans in Israel have been warned to limit their travel as U.S. officials say Iran is expected to launch an attack on the country as soon as Friday.
A court ruled Tuesday afternoon that the screening of a film at the Philadelphia Israeli Film Festival must go on after the venue canceled the event, citing concerns over planned protests.
One day before the screening of "The Child Within Me," a story about an Israeli singer, the Bryn Mawr Film Institute canceled the showing. But a court ruling changed that.
The Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley says Jewish organizations in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and other parts of the state received hoax bomb threats on Tuesday.
Olga Sorzano, who owns a kombucha brewery in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, worked with World Central Kitchen in Ukraine.
Olga Sorzano is still grappling with the heartbreaking loss of seven World Central Kitchen volunteers killed in an airstrike in Gaza on Monday.
Starting Tuesday, the Delaware Valley will warm above freezing each day to the mid and upper 30s, with low the 40s possible for some.
A Philadelphia college is considering opening its doors to more students.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
Kevin Douglass Green, the great, great grandson of Frederick Douglass, is spending the week visiting Black-owned businesses to promote literacy and legacy.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Federal agents were stationed outside a home in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, for hours Monday before taking a man into custody.
Meet Eagles fan Andrew Athias, who was among about 400 people taking part in Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show.
The statue of late heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier in Philadelphia could be on the move.
Starting Tuesday, the Delaware Valley will warm above freezing each day to the mid and upper 30s, with low the 40s possible for some.
A Philadelphia college is considering opening its doors to more students.
A Philadelphia college is considering opening its doors to more students.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
Kevin Douglass Green, the great, great grandson of Frederick Douglass, is spending the week visiting Black-owned businesses to promote literacy and legacy.
The statue of late heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier in Philadelphia could be on the move.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
Meet Eagles fan Andrew Athias, who was among about 400 people taking part in Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show.
Warm drinks, warm food and lots of layers are helping people in the Delaware Valley face the cold weather.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
A number of restaurants in the Philadelphia area landed on OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
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.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
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.
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.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
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.
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said he hopes to find a new home for Nick Castellanos by next Monday.
Meet Eagles fan Andrew Athias, who was among about 400 people taking part in Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show.
The Eagles' reported new offensive line coach has connections to offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and D-coordinator Vic Fangio.
Barry Wilburn, who led the NFL in interceptions in 1987 and won a Super Bowl with Washington that same season, has died. He was 62.
Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts was among the "Super Bowl Legends" introduced before Super Bowl LX between the Patriots and Seahawks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
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.
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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 says Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will be more seasonable with temps above freezing. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
At the Barnes Foundation Monday night, the Pew Center recognized its 2025 grant recipients.
The flooding didn't interrupt service at the SEPTA station in Center City.
Families who live along Barry Street in Trooper, Montgomery County, said they're still reeling from what happened to their neighbors.
The bill would also remove some barriers for veterans to get free beach tags.