Garris Fabrics & Fashion in West Philadelphia gets storefront makeover after city grant
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.
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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.
A mentor in Philadelphia is helping girls get a head start on their careers through his group mentoring initiative. Wakisha Bailey spoke with Kirk Berry, the founder of the KB Foundation, a nonprofit that pairs youth ages 9 to 14 with professionals through a Lunch and Learn series, blending real-world skill-building with hands-on experiences.
Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Cherry Hill-based Art School Dropouts are proving you don't have to be in Hollywood to chase your dreams.
In Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Art School Dropouts are taking a fresh look at old-school martial arts classics and proving you don't have to be in Hollywood to chase your dreams.
Nayana Gadde's pet photography started as a hobby, but now gives animal owners a chance to document lasting memories with their beloved furbabies.
Nayana Gidde is used to caring for others as a nurse at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. But outside of CHOP, she uses her healing touch from behind a camera lens to capture photos of families and their beloved pets.
Between school, homework and extracurriculars, Nikki Ladd stays busy whipping up custom confections, with a portion of the profits from her treats going to families in need.
Nikki Ladd, a 15-year-old self-taught baker, is turning her passion for pastries into a purpose and donating a portion of the profits from sale of the sweets to families and organizations in need.
A Holocaust survivor who helped revolutionize the dance world in Philadelphia is now sharing his story in a powerful new memoir.
Shimon Braun, founder of the legendary Waves Jazz Dance Company, sat down with CBS Philadelphia’s Wakisha Bailey to reflect on his extraordinary journey — from fleeing Nazi-occupied Poland to becoming a choreographic force whose work electrified Philadelphia’s arts scene in the 1970s and 80s.
In a world constantly pushing to go faster, Philadelphia Dr. Hava Rose is encouraging people to hit pause — literally.
In today's fast paced, always online world taking a moment to slow down can feel almost impossible. In this week's Spreading the Love, a local doctor is on a mission to change that. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey heads to a local park in South Philadelphia where hundreds gathered to pause, reflect and reconnect.
As top-tier golfers prepare for the Truist Championship, a dedicated team is working behind the scenes to make the Philadelphia Cricket Club's culinary experience equally unforgettable.
As the 2025 Truist Championship gets underway this week, golf fans from across the country will head to the historic Philadelphia Cricket Club in Flourtown. But while top-tier athletes prepare for peak performance of golf on the green, a dedicated team behind the scenes is working just as hard to make sure every part of their visit – including the culinary experience – is unforgettable.
Nina Hurwitz has a series called "Generational Hugs," which is a collection of affection, forgiveness and embracing oneself.
A school chef in Wissinoming is tackling food insecurity and ensuring every student has access to nutritious meals.
Chef Javier Ramirez, a culinary expert with more than 20 years of experience, takes joy in serving hundreds of students every day at Northeast Philadelphia's Tacony Academy Charter High School. Inside his cafeteria, everything is made fresh, as part of an effort to provide kids with healthy, hearty meals in a city experiencing high rates of food insecurity.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Philadelphia Union and Ivory Coast fans filled the stands at Subaru Park for a friendly Monday night match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 and allowed two runs in seven innings to win for the sixth time in seven starts, Adolis García hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2.
Mike Gansey acknowledges that the Sixers are not currently a championship-caliber team.
Restaurants in Philadelphia are preparing to welcome visitors from around the world with the FIFA World Cup starting this week.
Sean Mannion is still months away from calling plays in an NFL game for the first time, but Jordan Mailata had high praise for the Eagles' new offensive coordinator.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
PATCO on Tuesday debuted its commemorative America 250 train, highlighting symbols from Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
MLB and the Phillies said Tuesday that they will invest more than $5 million to help the community in Philadelphia.
The City of Camden has ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after more than a dozen scrap yard fires at the facility triggered air pollution concerns in recent years.
Fire crews were called to I-95 northbound in Bensalem on Tuesday morning after a 6,000-gallon tanker truck caught fire. Traffic is now moving again and lanes have reopened.
During Pride Month, Philadelphia's Triple Bottom Brewery has teamed up with Philly Pride 365 and a local artist to create its Pride Pale Ale, a collaboration that combines, art, advocacy and local flavor.