Coronavirus Philadelphia: Temporary Hospital Set Up At Temple University's Liacouras Center As City Braces For Potential Surge
Temple University and the city reached an agreement to use the center and other facilities as hospital space.
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Temple University and the city reached an agreement to use the center and other facilities as hospital space.
Several field hospitals are going up in the Delaware Valley to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak.
It's part of the latest call to action as more coronavirus cases are reported.
This announcement comes just one day after Kenney said the city ended negotiations with now shuttered Hahnemann Hospital building owner Joel Freedman.
Temple's all-time passing leader was the leading MVP candidate in the XFL. Now, he's getting another shot at the NFL.
Philadelphia's Temple University has postponed its spring on-campus graduation due to the coronavirus outbreak.
The university says the student traveled to Spain during spring break.
Students are advised to vacate Temple housing as soon as possible but no later than Saturday, March 21, by 5 p.m.
The department said in a statement that the schools would be suspended from the GI Bill program, which provides student financial aid to veterans, unless corrective action is taken within 60 days.
Universities in Philadelphia are taking precautionary measures to keep the coronavirus from spreading across their campuses.
The university is requiring any students, staff or faculty who have traveled to the five countries most affected by the coronavirus to stay at home and not come to any of Temple's campuses for 14 days after arriving back in the United States.
Some Temple students studying abroad in Rome tell CBS3 they "absolutely heartbroken" about the decision.
The university says the students are no longer contagious.
With their 76-56 win, the Wildcats are now tied with the Owls for the most Big 5 titles.
Ari Goldstein, 23, was seen making his way into a Center City courtroom this morning.
Fox was a long-time member of Temple University's Board of Trustees.
Two Temple University students are stuck in the stink as they're locked in a messy situation with their landlord.
The Temple Owls have a lot to hoot about because this Sunday they're going for Grammy gold in not one, but two categories.
The settlement includes $250,000 in scholarships for Fox students.
A university spokesperson says that student does not represent the college and the situation is being handled.
Their mission is creating special moments of magic, touching the lives of young patients across the Delaware Valley.
The university isn't releasing the the nature of the threat at this time.
Temple University Athletics is partnering with a mental health app to provide additional mental and physical health care to its 19 varsity athletic teams.
A lawsuit has been filed in Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas against Pub Webb in North Philadelphia – and Joshua Hupperterz, the man convicted earlier this year in her murder.
The field at Kent State was cleared to prepare for a fireworks show that would take place before Kent State's football game.
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The NFL has asked the DHS to take down a video on social media showing highlights of Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins in reference to a potential caravan of immigrants approaching the U.S. border.
LeBron James joined Philadelphia 76ers teammates including Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown for press conferences at the team's media day.
12th Street Catering built a garden in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood to help feed the community.
Paul Robinson spoke publicly through a written statement for the first time since being indicted last month.
Residents can expect to see heavy construction equipment and street closures as police continue investigating the Chew Avenue "house of horrors."
The NFL has asked the DHS to take down a video on social media showing highlights of Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins in reference to a potential caravan of immigrants approaching the U.S. border.
LeBron James joined Philadelphia 76ers teammates including Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown for press conferences at the team's media day.
12th Street Catering built a garden in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood to help feed the community.
Paul Robinson spoke publicly through a written statement for the first time since being indicted last month.
12th Street Catering built a garden in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood to help feed the community.
Residents can expect to see heavy construction equipment and street closures as police continue investigating the Chew Avenue "house of horrors."
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Authorities are searching for more victims after a wrestling coach and gym teacher was charged with serious sexual offenses.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Atlantic City Beach Patrol officials say this weekend's nor'easter caused the worst beach erosion the city has seen since Hurricane Sandy.
New Jersey's former lieutenant governor is breaking his silence a day after resigning from office.
A man armed with a knife was shot and killed by two Middle Township police officers in Rio Grande on Friday, the New Jersey Attorney General's Office said.
Nine adults and a dog were rescued from flooded motel rooms in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, as a nor'easter hits the East Coast Saturday, police said.
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
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.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
The NFL has asked the DHS to take down a video on social media showing highlights of Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins in reference to a potential caravan of immigrants approaching the U.S. border.
LeBron James joined Philadelphia 76ers teammates including Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown for press conferences at the team's media day.
The Philadelphia Eagles will try to become the sixth team to start 3-0 in the NFL vs. the Chicago Bears in Week 3 on Monday Night Football.
Kyle Schwarber delivered a clutch two-run double, helping the Phillies clinch the final NL wild-card berth.
The Phillies avoided a historic collapse and beat the Rays in the final game of the regular season to finally clinch a spot in the wild-card vs. the Braves.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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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.
Researchers are working to find new treatments for alopecia, but until they come, doctors are hoping to break the stigma. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story of how one young girl is fighting back.
The Sixers introduced their new star-studded starting five at media day after an offseason where they landed LeBron James and acquired Jaylen Brown in a trade with the Celtics.
As Jersey Shore towns continue to dry out from the weekend nor'easter, there is a major health concern that can creep in: mold. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl explains what you can do if you're worried about mold.
At Sixers media day, LeBron James talked about helping Joel Embiid, how Tyrese Maxey played a role in his decision to sign with the 76ers and much more.
The investigation into the Horsch home or so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood is expected to ramp up over the coming weeks, police sources tell CBS News Philadelphia.