Mother-daughter share Temple medical school graduation milestone
Phyllis Parkansky and her mother, Dr. Inessa Parkansky, will soon share a medical degree from Temple University.
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Phyllis Parkansky and her mother, Dr. Inessa Parkansky, will soon share a medical degree from Temple University.
A Philadelphia mother who came to the United States in search of the American dream is now watching her daughter achieve it in the same profession. Madeleine Wright has the story.
Actor and Oscar nominee Colman Domingo encouraged the Class of 2026 to embrace softness, guard their integrity and go out into the world "as your whole self" during Temple University's commencement ceremony.
Temple journalism major Lauren Haley Morris was selected as the student commencement speaker for the Klein College of Media and Communication graduation.
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine and AtlantiCare are set to open a new regional campus in Atlantic City, N.J., in August 2029.
Julian Dunkley, who played at Cherry Hill West, Temple and overseas professionally, is giving back through his basketball program called "Difference Makers."
A Temple University student was chased into the lobby of Morgan Hall South by a group of minors and assaulted early Sunday morning, police said.
Investigators believe that nine people are connected to the assault of a student at Temple University in North Philadelphia.
Police said a group of minors chased a Temple student and assaulted them at Morgan Hall early Sunday morning.
Monika Williams Shealey is making history at Temple University as the first female dean of the College of Education and Human Development.
Monika Williams Shealey is no stranger to the field of education, bringing decades of experience to her new role as dean of the College of Education and Human Development at Temple University.
Police said the shooting happened inside an unauthorized hookah lounge on the bottom floor of the Temple Crossing apartment building that serves as off-campus housing for some Temple students.
Temple University student Jerome Richardson was indicted with journalist Don Lemon and several others after helping Lemon cover an anti-ICE protest at the Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. Richardson was recognized by Philadelphia City Council on Thursday.
A vigil was held Wednesday night in Northeast Philadelphia to honor Temple University Police Sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald.
Loved ones gathered Wednesday night at the FOP Lodge in Northeast Philadelphia to honor Temple University Police Sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald, who was killed in the line of duty in 2023.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
For 50 years, fencing coach Nikki Franke tore down barriers to help usher in future generations of women fencers, while exposing the sport to inner city youth. Krystle Rich reports.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
The release comes just days after the Temple Jazz Band was awarded first place at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship in New York City's Jazz at Lincoln Center in January.
Olin Chamberlain Jr., a basketball player at Temple University in Philadelphia, has some big shoes to fill -- he's the grandnephew of basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain.
A Temple University student said he worked out logistics for Don Lemon to cover an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church.
Two Temple University students were robbed this week in separate incidents off campus in North Philadelphia, university officials announced.
Temple University men's basketball coach Adam Fisher talked to CBS News Philadelphia about the legacy assistant coach Bill Courtney leaves behind in college hoops. Courtney recently died at 55.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, has forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The Philadelphia Phillies were crushed by the Athletics Thursday night to avoiding a three-game sweep.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Delaware County businesses are preparing for all the action before the 2026 PGA Championship comes to Aronimink Golf Club.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot multiple times on South 64th Street, Philadelphia police said.
One week after the board approved the district's controversial facilities plan, City Council approved a resolution to possibly change the way board members are seated.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, has forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signed six bills that restrict immigration enforcement in the city into law.
The Philadelphia Phillies were crushed by the Athletics Thursday night to avoiding a three-game sweep.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Delaware County businesses are preparing for all the action before the 2026 PGA Championship comes to Aronimink Golf Club.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot multiple times on South 64th Street, Philadelphia police said.
One week after the board approved the district's controversial facilities plan, City Council approved a resolution to possibly change the way board members are seated.
Phyllis Parkansky and her mother, Dr. Inessa Parkansky, will soon share a medical degree from Temple University.
A 71-year-old Florida man died after falling on the job at an IMAX movie theater in Reading, according to the Berks County Coroner's Office.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, has forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The 87th Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta is kicking off once again along the Cooper River in South Jersey.
Round-trip rail tickets were going to cost World Cup fans $150. They will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
Breeze Airways launched its first flights out of Atlantic City International Airport just days after Spirit Airlines shut down suddenly.
Pop-up events from watch parties to street festivals will take place across New Jersey as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.
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.
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.
Hershey says it's benefiting from the growing use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs even as people cut down on snacks. Here's why.
Holly Heenan will represent Team Determination at the Broad Street Run in Philadelphia.
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, has 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 Philadelphia Phillies were crushed by the Athletics Thursday night to avoiding a three-game sweep.
Delaware County businesses are preparing for all the action before the 2026 PGA Championship comes to Aronimink Golf Club.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is questionable for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals vs. the New York Knicks Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Before Game 3, the Flyers' DJ and in-arena host Everett Jackson shares why the song has captivated players and the fanbase.
OG Anunoby is dealing with a hamstring issue, but the Knicks forward appears to have avoided a serious injury after leaving late in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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.
Duffy and a group of students rode the train from Washington, D.C., to 30th Street Station in Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Thursday night.
The Flyers trail the Carolina Hurricanes 2-0 in the best-of-seven series ahead of a pivotal Game 3 Thursday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The president of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce said the PGA Championship is set to bring an economic boost to the area.
Mayor Cherelle Parker signed six of seven bills passed by Philadelphia City Council to limit cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The bill she did not sign, which prohibits law enforcement from covering their faces, also became law.