Helping Kids Become Writers
Located in the Village of Arts and Humanities in North Philadelphia, Spells Writing Lab is a non-profit that aims to develop the creative and expository writing abilities of school-age children.
Watch CBS News
Located in the Village of Arts and Humanities in North Philadelphia, Spells Writing Lab is a non-profit that aims to develop the creative and expository writing abilities of school-age children.
Philadelphia Police are working to identify a man who allegedly sexually assaulted a robbed a woman near Temple University in north Philadelphia Thursday morning.
The university has created 250 four-year scholarships to be awarded over 10 years to students in the four zip codes of North Philadelphia immediately surrounding its main campus.
One man was left wounded in the latest incident; he was listed in stable condition.
A behavioral health center in North Philadelphia has a new look, thanks to a new initiative by the Mural Arts Program.
Philadelphia police say 22-year-old Roswell Friend went out for a run at about 7 PM last Thursday, and hasn't been heard from since.
Two construction workers were temporarily trapped after the side of a home they were working on collapsed in North Philadelphia Friday morning.
Philadelphia police are investigating an early morning shooting that left a man hospitalized.
A new structure is going up in North Philadelphia that will allow fruits and vegetables to grow longer, thereby providing more fresh produce for those who need it.
An accident involving a stolen vehicle sent four people to the hospital in North Philadelphia early Monday morning.
Firefighters are currently battling a massive fire that has engulfed an abandoned building in North Philadelphia.
A 42-year-old Philadelphia man has been convicted of shooting at a hovering Philadelphia police helicoptor that spotted him driving recklessly on an ATV in North Philadelphia three years ago.
Two people were transported to the hospital after a SEPTA bus and a car collided in North Philadelphia Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Police are investigating a possible hit and run accident in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning.
Philadelphia fire officials are investigating the cause of an early morning blaze that ripped through a row home.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that claimed the life of a man late Wednesday evening.
One man was shot in a police-involved shooting in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning.
The volunteers are all incoming seniors at Martin Luther King High School, working in the school's "Seeds for Learning" Farm.
Philadelphia police are investigating a double shooting that killed one man and sent another to the hospital early Wednesday morning.
Police say a SWAT team and members of the homicide unit took 18-year-old Amir Jamal of West Norris Street into custody without incident.
Philadelphia police officers came upon a shooting at a gas station at around 11 p.m. Monday night that turned into an exchange with officers.
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects who were caught on surveillance tape shooting and robbing a man.
Philadelphia homicide detectives had a busy night investigating three unrelated homicides – totaling eight victims.
It's a love-ly day in one North Philadelphia community.
Police have arrested a man after he allegedly broke into a pizza shop in North Philadelphia early Sunday morning.
Mild Friday ahead of a mostly sunny Valentine weekend with a slight chance of snow on Sunday.
All employees are accounted for after crews responded to reports of an explosion at a manufacturing building in Burlington Township.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
Mild Friday ahead of a mostly sunny Valentine weekend with a slight chance of snow on Sunday.
All employees are accounted for after crews responded to reports of an explosion at a manufacturing building in Burlington Township.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
Alexis Flores, accused of killing 5-year-old Iriana DeJesus in 2000, was arrested in Honduras by Transnational Anti-Gang Task Force, FBI Director Kash Patel said.
Xiaomin Fei pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder of Robert and Gretchen Ackerman, Northampton County DA Stephen Baratta said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
All employees are accounted for after crews responded to reports of an explosion at a manufacturing building in Burlington Township.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order that bars federal immigration agents from launching or carrying out operations on state property.
Washington Township police say a man is wanted in connection with multiple incidents reported around the Washington Way Apartments in Blackwood, New Jersey.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett was laid to rest Wednesday, nearly one week after the 60-year-old died after falling into the icy Delaware River.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
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.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive remains closed as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
Former Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo is heading to the Dolphins to become the team's passing game coordinator.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
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.
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.
A good day for additional snow melt and getting the last-minute shopping done for your Valentine. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
After evading capture for more than 25 years, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said a man wanted for the kidnapping and murder of a 5-year-old Philadelphia girl was caught in Honduras. Ross DiMattei reports.
A dozen people were safely evacuated from a manufacturing building that caught fire after an apparent explosion in Burlington Township, New Jersey, Thursday night, officials said. Ross DiMattei reports.
A dozen people were safely evacuated from a manufacturing building that caught fire after an apparent explosion in Burlington Township, New Jersey, Thursday night, officials said. Ross DiMattei reports.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply. Stephanie Stahl reports.