Widener University welcomes largest class in its 203-year history
The incoming class of first-year students consists of more than 900 American and international students from 13 states and about a dozen countries.
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The incoming class of first-year students consists of more than 900 American and international students from 13 states and about a dozen countries.
Alexis Rodriguez survived cancer but is now fighting a serious infection at Penn Medicine. She and her family are hoping for a miracle.
The Philadelphia Flyers placed Ryan Johansen on unconditional waivers to terminate his contract over a "material breach."
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. won't testify in defense of his effort to appear on Pennsylvania's presidential ballot.
FloatLab, a 75-foot-wide permanent floating observation deck, will be built on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia in the summer of 2026.
Democratic Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker was out in Chicago at the DNC and spoke to the assembled Pennsylvania delegates about the race and candidate Kamala Harris.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's rare whiskey lottery is now open for residents of the Keystone State.
Ryan Young, the director of residence life with Temple University, joined CBS News Philadelphia on Tuesday morning to discuss move-in day for the Class of 2028.
Republican Matthew McCaffery has written an op-ed and appeared on CNN to discuss why he's not supporting Donald Trump in the 2024 election.
While the Democratic Party is holding its convention in Chicago, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and vice presidential candidate JD Vance both appeared in Pennsylvania on Monday. Janelle Burrell reports live from the United Center and gets you up to speed on everything happening in the 2024 presidential race, night one of the DNC and what's ahead for night two.
Widener University is expecting over 900 students this year, breaking last year's record for the largest class size ever. Wakisha Bailey reports live from campus in Chester. catching up with President Stacey Robertson as well as some student resident assistants.
Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are in for plenty of sunshine and cooler-than-average temperatures in the forecast this week.
Top Democrats who spoke to CBS News Philadelphia said they expect President Biden to be celebrated on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Monday.
Karen Ploch of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, shares her IVF story amid the political fight over the process and abortion. An anti-abortion advocate weighs in as well.
Oren Burks is still limited, but he hopes to earn a spot on the Eagles' roster in the final week of training camp.
The 2024 Democratic National Convention is underway in Chicago with a new focus on social media. Digital reporter Marcella Baietto shares how you can follow CBS News Philadelphia and the convention all week.
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance spoke about the economy at a campaign event in Philadelphia today.
Republican vice presidential nominee Ohio Sen. JD Vance's visit to Philadelphia on Monday focused on economic and energy issues.
Jalen Hurts has gotten noticeably better against the blitz during training camp, showing improvements in his biggest weakness last year.
Monday marks the beginning of move in for students at the University of Pennsylvania and Widener University.
The severe storms across the Philadelphia region will taper off overnight and set up a beautiful week across the Delaware Valley.
CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell and Marcella Baietto are in Chicago to cover the Democratic National Convention this week. Preparations are underway at the United Center for the action that kicks off on Monday.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Friends, former coaches and family members gathered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Sunday to watch and celebrate Council Rock Newtown as the team played in the Little League World Series.
Sunday in the Philadelphia region looks wet, especially later in the day and at night, with a couple of rounds of rain moving through.
Alec Bohm had five hits, Jesús Luzardo pitched 6 2/3 dominant innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on Saturday night.
UFC 330 took over South Philly Saturday night with fans coming from around the world to see some of the best mixed martial arts competitors in action.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
UFC 330 took over South Philly Saturday night with fans coming from around the world to see some of the best mixed martial arts competitors in action.
Sunday in the Philadelphia region looks wet, especially later in the day and at night, with a couple of rounds of rain moving through.
Alec Bohm had five hits, Jesús Luzardo pitched 6 2/3 dominant innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on Saturday night.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
UFC 330 took over South Philly Saturday night with fans coming from around the world to see some of the best mixed martial arts competitors in action.
Two people are hospitalized after they were shot near North 5th and St. Paul streets in Philadelphia, police say.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
Philadelphia police are investigating whether two North Philly shootings that left two people injured 15 minutes apart Friday night are connected.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
Cape May has a new curfew designed to curb teens' unruly behavior at the beach and promenade and restrictions on backpacks.
Rey Grabato II is wanted by the FBI for allegedly scamming hundreds of New Jersey investors out of millions.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
East Side Little League of West Chester is heading to Williamsport for the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
The sweat meter returns to moderately high today, with dew points back in the 70s — you'll want a little extra hairspray before work.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Alec Bohm had five hits, Jesús Luzardo pitched 6 2/3 dominant innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on Saturday night.
UFC 330 took over South Philly Saturday night with fans coming from around the world to see some of the best mixed martial arts competitors in action.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
Philadelphia native Jeremiah Delgado said he is ready to bring the fire to his fight on Friday.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
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.
Andrew Kozak is tracking storms set to bring heavy rain to the Philadelphia region on Sunday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Jeremiah Wells, the only Philadelphia fighter to get into the cage at UFC 330, had some fans in the crowd at Xfinity Mobile Arena, but the odds were against him.
Andrew Kozak is tracking storms on Sunday that could bring severe weather to parts of the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Fans are thrilled that the UFC is back in South Philadelphia.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County last month.