Kendrick Lamar Becomes First Rapper To Win Pulitzer Prize For Music
A Compton-based artist has just made international history.
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" Author Harper Lee Will Publish Second Novel
"To Kill a Mockingbird" will not be Harper Lee's only published book after all.
Daily News Reporters Forced To Defend Pulitzer Prize Winning Series
The Philadelphia Daily News reporting team that won a Pulitzer Prize for a 2009 series on police corruption is in the uncomfortable position of challenging the credibility of one of their own sources.
Back To Court For The Inquirer
Lawyers and rival owner factions at the Philadelphia Inquirer return to a City Hall courtroom this morning for more arguments, as a Common Pleas Judge tries to decide who is in charge.
Montco Man's Work Part of New Constitution Center Show
Tom Kelly calls it "the picture that defines me."
Exhibit Of Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographs Opens At National Constitution Center
With one click, these images tell the stories of survival, hunger, death, grief, victory, love, war and the raw humanity behind it all.
Harrisburg Loses Its Daily Paper As 'Patriot-News' Goes To 3 Days a Week
Pennsylvania's capital city will soon join the ranks of other cities that no longer have a daily newspaper.
Stigall Show Log 4.17.12
Chris recounts his experience at the Mitt Romney/Tea Party event last night at the Franklin Institute. He details Newt Gingrich's visit to the St. Louis Zoo and the end of Blue Dog Democrats. He also talks to Secretary of the Commonwealth, Carol Aichele, about the new Voter ID Law.
Philadelphia Inquirer Wins Public Service Pulitzer Prize For 'Assault On Learning' Series
Champagne corks are popping at the Philadelphia Inquirer, at word the paper has won journalism's most prestigious honor.
Papers' New Owners Welcome Familiar Face Back To Inquirer
Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Bill Marimow was unceremoniously yanked as executive editor when hedge funds took control of the papers a year and a half ago, but two days after local investors bought the paper, Marimow was rehired for his old job.
Theatre Review: 'Next To Normal,' at The Academy of Music
One of the most honored musical plays in recent memory has moved into the Academy of Music for a limited engagement.
Curtis Symphony Orchestra To Perform Higdon's Violin Concerto
The Curtis Symphony Orchestra features a winning piece written for violin by one of its own, Jennifer Higdon, written for another graduate, Hilary Hahn and to be performed on Valentine's Day.
NY Times Columnist Thomas Friedman To Speak At Kimmel
Three-time Pulitzer prize winning commentator, New York Times columnist and author of The World Is Flat - Thomas Friedman kicks off this years Philadelphia Speakers' Series, at the Kimmel Center.
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2023 Philadelphia UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball
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3 dead, 4 missing after Pa candy factory explosion
The first responders are working with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, special equipment, and dogs to find anyone who is still trapped.
"A piece of me is missing": Family hopeful to find sister after explosion at chocolate factory
Two people are dead and five are still missing after a fire at R.M. Palmer Company chocolate factory
1 person pulled from rubble alive after candy factory explosion
Local officials hope to find more people in recovery efforts at the R.M. Palmer Company factory in West Reading, Pa.
Phillies pause contract extension with Aaron Nola
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team and Aaron Nola have pressed pause on a contract extension.
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3 dead, 4 missing after Pa candy factory explosion
The first responders are working with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, special equipment, and dogs to find anyone who is still trapped.
"A piece of me is missing": Family hopeful to find sister after explosion at chocolate factory
Two people are dead and five are still missing after a fire at R.M. Palmer Company chocolate factory
1 person pulled from rubble alive after candy factory explosion
Local officials hope to find more people in recovery efforts at the R.M. Palmer Company factory in West Reading, Pa.
Phillies pause contract extension with Aaron Nola
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team and Aaron Nola have pressed pause on a contract extension.
In Your Corner: The best of CBS Philadelphia from March 20-24
It was a week of resiliency as a New Jersey church vows to rebuild after a fire, one athlete proves nothing will stop him from crossing the finish line, and Villanova celebrates a March Madness milestone. Here's what you missed this week.
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3 dead, 4 missing after Pa candy factory explosion
The first responders are working with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, special equipment, and dogs to find anyone who is still trapped.
"A piece of me is missing": Family hopeful to find sister after explosion at chocolate factory
Two people are dead and five are still missing after a fire at R.M. Palmer Company chocolate factory
1 person pulled from rubble alive after candy factory explosion
Local officials hope to find more people in recovery efforts at the R.M. Palmer Company factory in West Reading, Pa.
Phillies pause contract extension with Aaron Nola
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team and Aaron Nola have pressed pause on a contract extension.
Hart, Laughton lead Flyers past Red Wings 3-0
Carter Hart made 29 saves, Scott Laughton scored and the Philadelphia Flyers won their third straight with a 3-0 shutout of the Detroit Red Wings.
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Murder victim known only as 'the girl with the scorpion tattoo' identified after 30 years
Authorities say Christa's last known sighting was with her mother in September 1991 at a lodge near Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, when she was 2.
Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
Princeton was hoping to become the first Ivy League champion to make the Elite Eight since 1979.
Wildwood mayor pleads guilty in tax fraud case: US Attorney
He is now facing up to three years in prison and a fine.
Local Jewish community boosts security measures amid rising antisemitism
Local organizations are working to make the Jewish community safer amidst a surge in antisemitic incidents.
NEXT Weather: P.M. rain in southern parts of region on soggy Friday
Friday morning will be a little soggy, and some rain to the south is expected later in the day.
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Local Jewish community boosts security measures amid rising antisemitism
Local organizations are working to make the Jewish community safer amidst a surge in antisemitic incidents.
NEXT Weather: P.M. rain in southern parts of region on soggy Friday
Friday morning will be a little soggy, and some rain to the south is expected later in the day.
Dunkin' announces launch of new breakfast tacos
The tacos come in a warm flour tortilla with eggs, cheddar cheese, lime crema and the option to add bacon.
"This is my team": Del. woman reunites with first responders, mass guides who saved her life
It is a reunion some five months in the making, and one first responders say would not have happened if it was not for CPR training.
President Biden to host "Ted Lasso" cast to promote mental health
Biden has previously called on lawmakers in both parties to expand resources to fight the "mental health crisis" in the nation as part of his "unity agenda."
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"I have my life back": Penn Medicine solves woman's medical mystery
The Penn team will be presenting her case at a medical conference Monday. They hope the surgery will be used by other patients with her condition.
One-time champ shares benefits of boxing at Philly VA Medical Center
"It teaches you to become one with yourself," Hafiz Montgomery, a former WBF champ, said.
CDC: 1 in 36 children now identified with autism spectrum disorder
Federal health officials say some children didn't get early intervention and treatment because of COVID. The new report also shows autism numbers are up.
New research shows benefits linked to four day work week
Many agree that an extra day off leads to a more fulfilling and profitable life. There is also growing interest among state legislatures and even congress to give employers a chance to try out a four-day workweek.
CDC expressing concern about rapidly growing fungus, now in Pennsylvania
The Center for Disease Control is expressing concern over a new fungus that's growing, and it's now in Pennsylvania.
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After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Group of big banks pumps $30 billion in battered First Republic
The San Francisco regional bank's stock had plunged by a third on Thursday on concerns about its financial stability.
Over 1 million Ford Fusions and Lincoln MKZs recalled over brake problem
The national highway safety agency says a faulty brake fluid hose can lead to longer stopping distances, "increasing the risk of a crash."
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic East Palestine train derailment
Ohio has filed a lawsuit against railroad Norfolk Southern to make sure it pays for the cleanup and environmental damage caused by a fiery train derailment on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border last month.
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SEPTA to install new gates to discourage fare evasion
The transit agency will test full-size gates on the Market-Frankford Line, at the 13th Street and 34th Street stations.
SEPTA pauses plan to expand high speed rail service to King of Prussia
The transportation authority cited rising costs and inflation for the pause.
Project to expand Wissahickon Transportation Center moves forward
SEPTA said the construction will "enhance the customer experience" at the Ridge Avenue bus station.
Route 100 reopens after "major crash" in West Whiteland Township
Officials say the road will be closed for "an extended period of time."
NJ bridge closed that connects Stone Harbor, Middle Township
The bridge and road are being closed to allow open movement and space for a new fender replacement project.
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Phillies pause contract extension with Aaron Nola
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team and Aaron Nola have pressed pause on a contract extension.
Hart, Laughton lead Flyers past Red Wings 3-0
Carter Hart made 29 saves, Scott Laughton scored and the Philadelphia Flyers won their third straight with a 3-0 shutout of the Detroit Red Wings.
Embiid, 76ers beaten by Warriors 120-112
Jordan Poole scored 33 points and swished a key 3-pointer with 1:18 to play off a pretty pass by Draymond Green, Stephen Curry added 29 points and eight rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors rallied past Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers 120-112.
Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
Princeton was hoping to become the first Ivy League champion to make the Elite Eight since 1979.
March Madness: Villanova loses to Miami 70-65 in Sweet 16
Jasmyne Roberts scored a career-high 26 points — including a stickback for the go-ahead, three-point play with 38.8 seconds left — to help Miami overcome blowing a 21-point lead and beat Villanova 70-65 on Friday for the program's first trip to the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight.
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Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprising "Cinderella" roles
Brandy became the first Black actress to play Cinderella in a movie, and 26 years later, she is reprising the iconic role alongside her prince.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Dunkin' announces launch of new breakfast tacos
The tacos come in a warm flour tortilla with eggs, cheddar cheese, lime crema and the option to add bacon.
Tony Award-winning "SIX: The Musical" premieres on Broad Street Tuesday
CBS News Philadelphia caught up with some of the cast before the musical's run at the Academy of Music.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Mayfair teacher introducing students to building trades
Mayfair Elementary School is the only one in the School District of Philadelphia helping students explore vocational programs.
Focusing On The Future: Chasing the dream with high voltage
PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy.
Philadelphia students learning about early childhood education
Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom.
2 local high school students create nationally recognized non-partisan organization for polling
Patriot Polling is a non-partisan organization that uses a third-party cold-calling system to survey voters across the nation.
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NEXT Weather: Here comes the sun
Tammie Souza reports.
PECO goes dark for Earth Hour
At 8:30 p.m. PECO flipped the switch on their crown lights. That's made up of more than two million LED bulbs.
Plans for Sunday service after Burlington church fire
Officials from the Fountain of Life Center say they will hold a service at the Burlington Township High School Performing Arts Center.
3 dead, 4 missing after Pa candy factory explosion
Marcella Baietto reports.
Officials confirm 3 dead, 4 missing after Pa candy factory explosion
Marcella Baietto reports.