Philly 10-year-old turns love for Phanatic into designs that give back
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a South Philly 10-year-old whose Phillies pride is inspiring big designs — and even bigger generosity.
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On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a South Philly 10-year-old whose Phillies pride is inspiring big designs — and even bigger generosity.
You're never too young to make a difference! On this week's Spreading the Love, our Wakisha Bailey takes us to South Philly where a 10-year-old designer is turning her love for the Phantic into a mission to help other children.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
At Father Judge High School in Northeast Philadelphia, students aren't just walking away with a diploma; they're leaving with skills that open doors to high-paying jobs right out of high school.
In this Week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey goes back to Father Judge High School. Since our last visit, they've expanded their skilled-trades program into a full Career Pathways Academy.
On this week’s Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey heads to Chester, where an artist envisioned the outcome of Super Bowl LIX long before the Philadelphia Eagles brought home the Lombardi trophy.
As those yellow buses roll into the depot this week, a Philadelphia School District employee hopes every child stepping off knows one thing: they are seen, valued and loved.
Jonathan Sampson is part of the School District of Philadelphia's student climate staff, a small but powerful group whose job is to step in before a child is sent to the principal's office.
Jonathan Sampson is part of the School District of Philadelphia's student climate staff, a small but powerful group whose job is to step in before a child is sent to the principal's office.
At Widener University, "Move-In Day" is more than just hauling boxes; it's a moment when students and families begin to feel they belong.
It's move-in week for a lot of local universities and colleges. In this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to Widener University's Campus Visit Coordinator, whose warm welcome and sparkling personality have become a tradition of their own.
It's more than a movie, it’s a call to humanity. On this week’s Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a Delco writer and filmmaker who sees more than park benches in Rittenhouse Square.
Coach Fred Rosenfeld wasn't just a record-breaking track and field coach — he was a mentor, motivator, and a lifeline to hundreds of young athletes across the city.
It's not your typical karaoke night; there are no pop songs or rock and roll tunes. Instead, the music is all praise and worship. On this week’s Spreading the Love, CBS Philadelphia’s Wakisha Bailey visits a Camden church where gospel melodies go beyond the pulpit.
In Camden, New Jersey, a growing monthly event is reimagining karaoke with a faith-filled twist, and people are taking notice.
Garris Fabrics & Fashion is one of the first businesses to complete a storefront improvement initiative led by the city and a nonprofit.
Garris Fabrics & Fashion is one of the first businesses to complete a storefront improvement initiative led by the city and a nonprofit. Wakisha Bailey reports.
When Andrew Hall created his activewear brand "&ndy," he wasn't just designing clothes; he was building a space of visibility and inclusivity.
From the gym to the runway, in this week’s Spreading the Love, CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey introduces us to an athleticwear designer who is not just making clothes — he’s making a statement. His brand, “&ndy," celebrates identity and community, one fit at a time.
After more than six decades of service, Rich Czerwonka rang up his last customer at ACME on the same day he turned 85.
In this week’s Spreading the Love, CBS Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey heads to Horsham, Pennsylvania, where one man is celebrating his 85th birthday and retirement — all in one day.
At 28 years old, Veda Davida Wooley is on track to be a trailblazer. Raised by a single father who put his dreams aside to prioritize his daughters, this young Deputy Attorney General is breaking barriers. Wakisha Bailey introduces us to Veda Davida Wooley.
It's a bike ride that's more than a workout. Meet the Philadelphia therapist behind a movement bringing Black women together, one ride at a time.
In this week's Spreading the Love, we're taking you for a ride through West Philly with the group, Black Girl Joy Bike Ride. This sisterhood on two wheels is a growing community that meets weekly and was started in 2023 for Black women who want to bike.
Through his nonprofit, Kirk Berry is helping girls in Philadelphia get a head start on their careers with his Lunch and Learn program.
Police said a Dodge SUV hit another vehicle in a crosswalk and then damaged two parked cars. One person was killed in the crash.
The cooldown in the Philadelphia region begins Friday, but it will still be shorts and T-shirt weather.
Mayor Cherelle Parker held a town hall Thursday night to discuss her budget plan with neighbors at Vare Recreation Center in South Philadelphia.
A Philadelphia City Council special committee will investigate the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry that left three construction workers dead.
Police in Delaware County are warning about a possible attempt to lure a child into a car.
Police said a Dodge SUV hit another vehicle in a crosswalk and then damaged two parked cars. One person was killed in the crash.
The cooldown in the Philadelphia region begins Friday, but it will still be shorts and T-shirt weather.
A Philadelphia City Council special committee will investigate the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry that left three construction workers dead.
Mayor Cherelle Parker held a town hall Thursday night to discuss her budget plan with neighbors at Vare Recreation Center in South Philadelphia.
The Flyers and Penguins renew the Battle of Pennsylvania in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the first-round series schedule.
Police said a Dodge SUV hit another vehicle in a crosswalk and then damaged two parked cars. One person was killed in the crash.
Mayor Cherelle Parker held a town hall Thursday night to discuss her budget plan with neighbors at Vare Recreation Center in South Philadelphia.
A Philadelphia City Council special committee will investigate the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry that left three construction workers dead.
Police in Delaware County are warning about a possible attempt to lure a child into a car.
Pennsylvania real estate agent and youth soccer coach Albert Stroble was arrested and charged for the possession of child sexual abuse material.
Penguin Cleaners has temporarily renamed itself to Flyers Cleaners for the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
Officials in Wildwood, New Jersey, are moving to close the boardwalk between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.
Police are investigating a shooting outside a Cherry Hill strip mall, where a 61-year-old man was injured.
Authorities released new photos of a man who was killed in Camden, but footage of an attack or crime scene is slim.
One person was hospitalized after a person driving an SUV in Wilmington struck three houses and caused a natural gas leak in a crash Thursday afternoon.
Two people were found dead inside an apartment building in Wilmington, across the street from Tilton Park Thursday, sources said.
Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Ordinary Philadelphians are stepping into the ring not for a title but to take on cancer in the fourth annual Liberty Bell Brawl.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official 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.
Police said a Dodge SUV hit another vehicle in a crosswalk and then damaged two parked cars. One person was killed in the crash.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
The westbound lanes of Interstate 76 were temporarily blocked in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning after a dump truck caught fire.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Penguin Cleaners has temporarily renamed itself to Flyers Cleaners for the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Former Philadelphia Flyers captain Chris Pronger has a new memoir out and offered some insights on the current playoff team.
The Flyers and Penguins renew the Battle of Pennsylvania in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the first-round series schedule.
The new shared arena between the Flyers, Sixers and Philadelphia's WNBA team is planned for where the Spectrum once stood.
The Pittsburgh native and ESPN personality and the Pennsylvania governor placed a friendly wager on the Penguins-Flyers series.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
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.
Three people were taken to a nearby hospital after a serious crash at 48th and Walnut streets, Philadelphia police tell Jan Carabeo.
Bill Kelly says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be slightly cooler, but more significant changes are on the way. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker joined city leaders Thursday afternoon in Point Breeze to launch "Ring It On! One Philly, A United Celebration," a citywide initiative to invest in 20 commercial corridors with activations, beautifications and celebrations.
South Philly residents packed the Vare Recreation Center on Morris Street as Parker hosted her "One Philly, One Future" budget town hall series.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a warm Thursday night