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The pompoms at Pennsbury High School aren't just for game day. This week's Spreading the Love takes us to Bucks County, where the varsity cheerleaders are proving their spirit goes far beyond the sidelines.
This week’s Spreading the Love takes us to Pennsbury High School, where cheerleaders are proving their spirit doesn’t stop on the sidelines. Wakisha Bailey shows us how these students are using their pompoms for good.
Halloween is coming early in one Coatesville neighborhood, thanks to the imagination of 16-year-old Joseph Venziale.
This week's Spreading the Love takes us back to a Coatsville home where a 16-year-old turned his family's basement into a haunted hotel. Our Wakisha Bailey shows us how this teen built a spooky attraction with creativity and heart.
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.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
The Philadelphia area is under a NEXT Weather Alert because severe storms are possible on Saturday evening.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
The Philadelphia area is under a NEXT Weather Alert because severe storms are possible on Saturday evening.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Zayla Dutton and her mom, Jasmine Worrell, are getting ready to graduate from college together.
Chefs are busy getting ready to serve thousands of spectators at Aronimink Golf Club during the PGA Championship.
A child died after being hit by a school bus in Greenwich Township, New Jersey, Friday afternoon, police said.
Resistance to data centers has been building over concerns about power and water usage, as well as neighborhood character.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
The largest collegiate regatta in the United States is back again on the Cooper River in Camden County, New Jersey.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Crews were called out to the 2000 block of North Harrison Street for a reported blaze at a three-story building.
Jimmie Hayes was arrested in connection with at least nine burglaries at businesses in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has activated its 24/7 emergency center in Atlanta to monitor the recent deadly hantavirus outbreak onboard the MV Hondius.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Philadelphia church leaders are encouraging Black women to participate in a groundbreaking health study.
A Bensalem family visited the team at Jefferson Abington Hospital to say thank you after a long NICU stay.
The rare genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, or NF, affects about 1 in every 3,000 people and causes tumors to grow along nerves throughout the body.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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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.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Breeze Airways launched its first flights out of Atlantic City International Airport just days after Spirit Airlines shut down suddenly.
The sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines is having an outsized impact on Atlantic City International Airport, where the budget carrier accounted for about 75% of all flights.
The former Greyhound Bus Terminal, now called the Philadelphia Parking Authority Transportation Center, has reopened after undergoing a major renovation project.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Joel Embiid will return to the lineup for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals vs. the New York Knicks Friday in Philadelphia.
The Sixers say 500 tickets for each game at Xfinity Mobile Arena in their second-round series will go to Philadelphia area fans.
The largest collegiate regatta in the United States is back again on the Cooper River in Camden County, New Jersey.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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 man and a woman were shot in the Oxford Circle section of Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, police say. The shooting followed a fight at a Wawa involving juveniles, according to Philadelphia police.
Middle school students got to see their video games come to life in a huge way Friday night when they were projected as fully playable games on the Cira Centre skyscraper in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia area can expect showers on Saturday, and severe storms are possible. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the NEXT Weather forecast for the weekend and beyond.
Sixers fans were disappointed as they left Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia Friday night after the team's third straight loss to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Lauren Morris, who won the 2025 Trudy Haynes Scholarship from CBS News Philadelphia, spoke at her graduation from Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication on Friday. She plans to pursue a career in journalism.