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According to the office of Adult Education in Philadelphia, more than 500,000 people throughout the city need to improve their literacy skills in order to be ready for the work force.
The state supreme court has given the Philadelphia School District a major victory, ruling that the district is allowed to enforce caps on charter school enrollment.
A group of Philadelphia public school advocates is urging the School Reform Commission to vote to abolish itself at its next meeting.
So who's getting in the way of progress on the most important issues in Washington? The results of a new CBS survey show that the political parties both have challenges with voters.
The gaming board, for a second time Wednesday, ruled that the involvement of the principal owner of Parx in Stadium's Live! Hotel and casino project is not a violation of state law.
The chairman of the Liquor Control Board Wednesday defended a plan to raise prices on more than 400 wine and spirits products later this month.
Federal prisons outlawed solitary confinement for juveniles a year-and-a-half ago, but attorney Jessica Feierman says many states still use the practice.
It was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, regarded as the father of American landscape architecture, the co-designer of Central Park.
Most NFL experts believe the Eagles cornerbacks may be the weakest position on the team. Don't tell that to the them.
Last weekend's nor'easter apparently did a number on a section of sand between 3rd and 5th Streets at the north end of town.
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney has signed an executive order, greatly increasing access to civilian complaints against police officers by putting them online.
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf met in Philadelphia Wednesday with entrepreneurs, innovators, educators and financial backers for a roundtable discussion at the University City Science Center.
The Philadelphia Zoo's newest exhibit showcases some birds of prey. It's called the Raptor Ridge Experience.
A group of 70 kids from the Variety Club Camp jumped and surfed their way through the swim zone, poked and prodded their way through the section dedicated to the human brain.
Reports that the Trump Administration is beefing up the civil rights division to investigate affirmative action programs at colleges and universities is getting strong reaction.
Get ready for a spectacle in the sky later this month: August 21st brings a total eclipse of the sun, the first in 99 years to cross the U.S. from coast to coast.
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney's plan to rebuild city facilities inched forward on Monday when the city asked local non-profits to submit proposals for managing the projects.
The mobile drop off sites will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in six Philadelphia neighborhoods.
Over the next few weeks, all of the trash, needles, shelters and more will be no more.
Another piece of Philadelphia radio history is gone with word of the passing of legendary newsman Allen Stone over the weekend.
"Homeless Jesus," by artist Timothy Schmalz of suburban Toronto, now lies on a bench in the 1200 block of Race Street.
The 2018 Nissan Leaf does have a traditional setup with brake and accelerator pedals, but that gas can do double duty.
Senator Cory Booker and Senator Steve Sweeney visited Inspira Hospital-Elmer on Monday to discuss what's next with healthcare reform.
It's the start of two weeks of delays for riders on the Atlantic City Rail Line in the aftermath of Friday's garbage truck crash.
A new series on Instagram called #SidewalkSerenades is the brainchild of Philadelphia singer/songwriter Darius Coleman.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Tuesday.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Tuesday.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Tuesday.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
The Wissahickon School District is taking steps to fire Lower Gwynedd Elementary School Principal Philip Leddy.
Two people are being taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a tree fell on top of their car in Roxborough.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Tuesday.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
The Phillies traded Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals a day after signing Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract.
Tage Thompson and Noah Ostlund scored 2:36 apart in the closing minutes of the second period, and the Sabres won their fourth in a row with a 5-3 victory over the Flyers.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
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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.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard of hearing students perform at annual holiday show in Overbrook. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The Wissahickon School District is taking steps to fire an elementary school principal who admitted to making antisemitic remarks on Friday morning.
Two people are being taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a tree fell on top of their SUV in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood, according to fire dispatch. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei has the latest.
CBS Philadelphia's Krystle Rich spoke with fans who were shopping and hoping to unwrap a big win against the Washington Commanders.
The Philadelphia Police Department is out with a warning if you use social media shopping sites. Several people who did got hurt in the process. CBS Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.