New state-of-the-art school in Overbrook gives hope to students
Students and staff showed excitement Friday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus School in Overbrook.
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Students and staff showed excitement Friday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus School in Overbrook.
Friday was an exciting day for students and staff at the Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus School in Overbrook. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held less than two weeks from the school’s official start. Ray Strickland reports a look inside the school district of Philadelphia's newest 21st-century school.
A bullet fired in an Overbrook home traveled through a wall and struck a teenage girl in a bedroom, Philadelphia police said.
The Philadelphia Police Homicide Unit is leading an investigation after a man succumbed to his injuries after being shot in Overbrook, West Philadelphia Saturday night.
The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is hosting a Spirit Challenge as part of its 45+ Reasons campaign, which has the goal of getting 5,000 Black Philadelphians screened for colorectal cancer.
The Streets Department dispatched crews on Wednesday to clean up the salt on the roads following last weekend's snowstorm.
There were mounds of road salt along 72nd and 64th Streets. But most of it seemed to be along Lancaster Avenue — for blocks — stretching from Overbrook High School all the way west to City Avenue.
Members of the Overbrook Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia said they're ready to rebuild after a fire damaged the place of worship on Monday.
Members of Overbrook Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia gathered for a vigil Sunday after a fire in their church last week. They've already begun cleaning up and are looking to the future.
Pieces were broken off of the nativity statues at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Overbrook.
Police said the attempted home invader forced entry into the apartment and was shot one time in the head.
Philadelphia police say they made an arrest in the case and recovered a weapon.
Images from Chopper 3 showed firefighters on the roof of Italian Kitchen Pizzeria II on North 63rd Street off Lancaster Avenue.
Flames shot from the roof of Italian Kitchen Pizzeria II in Overbrook on Wednesday morning.
Italian Kitchen Pizzeria II on the 2000 block of North 63rd Street in Philadelphia caught fire early Wednesday.
On National Teacher Appreciation Day and every day these teachers say their pride and passion won't let up.
Ryan Hughes reports.
Officials announced Friday that some of the city rec centers will start providing trauma-informed counseling a few days after a teenager was shot outside of a rec center.
Marcella Baietto reports.
Two teenagers are in critical condition, one is in stable condition, police say.
No one has been arrested.
CBS News Philadelphia found seven children have been killed this year so far – the same number killed during this time last year and the year before that.
Matt Petrillo reports.
Neighbors hope this sort of violence doesn't happen again.
Marcella Baietto reports.
Two separate crashes caused traffic headaches on I-76 in Philadelphia during Friday morning's commute.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is making his way back to Pennsylvania, this time he'll be heading to the Lehigh Valley.
The Philadelphia region can expect mostly dry weather this weekend with some chances for light rain.
Taijuan Walker allowed four homers and the Mets scored 10 runs in a 10-6 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Philadelphia Eagles could be without starting safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson against the Saints after he landed on the injury report.
Two separate crashes caused traffic headaches on I-76 in Philadelphia during Friday morning's commute.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is making his way back to Pennsylvania, this time he'll be heading to the Lehigh Valley.
Former "Jackass" star Bam Margera is back in prison after he allegedly violated his probation, court documents on Thursday revealed.
The Philadelphia region can expect mostly dry weather this weekend with some chances for light rain.
Taijuan Walker allowed four homers and the Mets scored 10 runs in a 10-6 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Two separate crashes caused traffic headaches on I-76 in Philadelphia during Friday morning's commute.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is making his way back to Pennsylvania, this time he'll be heading to the Lehigh Valley.
The Philadelphia region can expect mostly dry weather this weekend with some chances for light rain.
Alaysia Smith loved to dance, her family said. She is the youngest victim of gun violence in Philadelphia this year.
In October, the team will be in Boston for the first-ever Survivor Rowing Network race.
The Philadelphia region can expect mostly dry weather this weekend with some chances for light rain.
The region will see on-and-off cloud cover Thursday morning before the sun breaks through in the afternoon. Showers look to stay away Friday and into the weekend.
Democrat LaMonica McIver has won a special House election in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said he will not resign after he was indicted for allegedly abusing his teenage daughter.
On Wednesday, the Columbus Blue Jackets announced how they will honor Johnny and Matthew Gaurdreau during the 2024-25 season.
After what has been the driest start to September in almost 20 years, a little rain has returned to the Delaware Valley.
Several Delaware beaches are closed to swimming after medical waste, including hypodermic needles, washed ashore.
Delaware State Police said card skimmers were recently found at the self-checkout kiosks in four Wawa locations across Sussex County.
Philadelphia's weekend is headlined by warm and sunny days with comfortable nights. There was dense fog across South Jersey and Delaware this morning but the skies are cleared and temperatures are rising.
Camden High School shined in South Jersey under the lights in Week 2 of Friday Football Frenzy.
Former Mayor Michael Nutter opens up about his battle with prostate cancer in the American Cancer Society's "Know Your Score" PSA.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Having surgery and being treated at a hospital is a scary difficult ordeal for children but it's a little easier now for these girls who have some unique similarities.
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Mike Monachetti is proud to be running Mike's Seafood in Sea Isle City's Fish Alley.
Hotels and restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump brings a boost for business.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Aramark food service workers at Lincoln Financial Field voted to authorize a strike on Friday, the same evening the Eagles kicked off the 2024 season against the Packers in São Paulo, Brazil.
Months after pharmacy chain Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy and got fresh financing amid struggling sales and opioid-related lawsuits, the company says it has completed its restructuring.
Two separate crashes caused traffic headaches on I-76 in Philadelphia during Friday morning's commute.
There were talks about improvements to Philadelphia International and Northeast Philadelphia Airports at the inaugural "State of the Airport."
A crash on the Blue Route closed all northbound lanes between Broomall and Villanova after a dump truck was hit by another car and overturned Wednesday morning.
PennDOT is proposing to build 16 new walls in the city of Chester and Chester Township to act as sound barriers and block I-95 traffic noise. Here's how residents can get involved.
According to police, the motorcycle, operated by Ortiz, was riding eastbound on Maple Avenue when it struck a Chevrolet Traverse making a left turn into the Joseph E. Romano Sports Complex entrance.
Taijuan Walker allowed four homers and the Mets scored 10 runs in a 10-6 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Philadelphia Eagles could be without starting safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson against the Saints after he landed on the injury report.
Chinatown leaders will continue to fight against the 76ers' proposed arena, despite Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's endorsement.
Shohei Ohtani becomes first player in major league history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a season.
Eagles legend Jason Kelce said he hates the idea of the Philadelphia 76ers having an arena in Center City.
United said demand for its flights surges wherever Taylor Swift jets off to for her next concert.
The limited performance will start in Pittsburgh this October.
Comedian Che Guerrero is using laughter to educate audiences on the realities of growing up undocumented.
Donna Kelce will make her film debut in two upcoming Hallmark Christmas movies that are naturally football-themed.
Oprah Winfrey traveled to Graceland to sit down with Riley Keough for her first in-depth interview since the death of her mother, Lisa Marie Presley.
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.
While most of the day will remain dry, a few isolated sprinkles may develop through Friday afternoon, but overall, the theme will be mainly dry and warm conditions.
The family-friendly event on Saturday will focus on community pride and unity.
Spooky season is officially here as Halloween Nights will return to Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia beginning Friday night.
The general manager said the decision was extremely difficult, but they could not continue operating the racetrack under existing conditions.
The lawsuit was filed in 2022, claiming that Sesame Place character performers didn't interact with their children because of the color of their skin.