
Play About Trayvon Martin Debuts In Philadelphia
The poetic docudrama began Thursday night at The Freedom Theatre.
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The poetic docudrama began Thursday night at The Freedom Theatre.
An online auction appears to have been halted for the pistol that former Florida neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman used to kill unarmed black teenager Trayvon Martin.
A jury acquitted Zimmerman in the unarmed African-American teen's death after he claimed self-defense.
Trayvon's father was at Arcadia University Saturday evening for an event celebrating his son's life.
Chris Stigall talked to conservative filmmaker James O'Keefe from the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington D.C.
Rich covered Keith Olbermann's suspension from ESPN for tweets about Penn State, President Obama's veto of the Keystone XL Pipeline bill, and the VA Secretary telling a homeless veteran he served in special forces. He also talked to former federal prosecutor Sydney Powell.
The tumultuous year of 1963 included the March on Washington, Dr. King's historic speech, and the assassination of Pres. Kennedy.
In spite of the historic outrage over the issue, people are still wearing blackface as part of their Halloween costume.
Chris reviews President Obama's appearance with Jay Leno last night, efforts by Congressman Bob Brady to bring the 2016 Democratic Convention to Philadelphia and Riley Cooper's return to Eagles training camp. He also talks to Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine and Congressman Pat Meehan.
The effort was put together by a local community activist, who wanted to send love and support to Sybrina Fulton.
Sybrina Fulton received a standing ovation from a crowd of about 2,000 people at the Pennsylvania Convention Center before speaking about her slain son, her shattered life, and her faith in God.
The mother of Trayvon Martin will speak today at the National Urban League meeting in Philadelphia.
The National Urban League conference opens in Philadelphia on Wednesday, bringing some 6,000 people and an estimated $8-million in economic activity to the city.
The mother of slain Florida teenager Trayvon Martin and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder will speak in Philadelphia this week at the National Urban League's annual conference.
Recent racially charged controversies -- like the Trayvon Martin case -- have galvanized the community, and a big part of the conversation is online.
A rally was held outside of the federal courthouse in Center City Saturday afternoon to urge the Justice Department to file civil rights charges against George Zimmerman, who was acquitted of murder in the shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin.
Community outrage over the not guilty verdict in the second-degree murder trial of George Zimmerman is evolving into something more. Part of the evolution will be discussed Saturday in Philadelphia at two separate rallies.
A Drexel professor has analyzed President Obama's remarks on the George Zimmerman trail outcome.
From Beach Haven at the Jersey shore, Chris follows the bankruptcy filing by the city of Detroit, the President's statements on the efficacy of Obamacare. He also talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and Lou Richards, Owner of the Crust and Crumb.
Chris discusses some supermarket and pharmacy's decision not sell this month's issue of Rolling Stone, Jimmy Carter's issue with race, and Philadelphia Council President Darrell Clarke's idea to use additional sale tax revenue for employee pensions.
Based in Wynnewood, Pa., the National Association of Town Watch has been around for more than thirty years, providing support for thousands of town watch members across the country.
This year's memorial has been delayed indefinitely because of the weekend's protests there over the George Zimmerman verdict -- protests that included signs hung from the statue.
Philadelphia lawyer Jim Beasley represents Zimmerman, who was acquitted of murdering Trayvon Martin during an altercation in Florida.
A group of protesters took their message mobile, marching through the city streets to Independence Hall.
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
Officials gave an update Monday after several stores were looted across Philadelphia last week.
A BBC investigation found Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, were at the center of an organized operation running sex events, with a middleman recruiting young men.
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
Officials gave an update Monday after several stores were looted across Philadelphia last week.
A BBC investigation found Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, were at the center of an organized operation running sex events, with a middleman recruiting young men.
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
Philadelphia artist Manuela Guillén is behind vivid new artwork on some of Starbucks' mugs and tumblers.
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Prosecutors said the driver had also crashed his car into a home earlier that day.
The roughly 2% New Jersey gas tax increase comes after the gas tax fell in the previous two years.
Porchfest is a Collingswood classic. It's an open air music festival designed to bring the community together.
More than 4,000 bicyclists embarked on the 75 to 100 mile trek down the shore to Ocean City, N.J. to raise awareness for Multiple Sclerosis early Saturday morning.
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
The Philadelphia health commissioner hopes to avoid another tripledemic of flu, COVID and RSV, like what happened last winter.
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
Some may call this chapter a literal rising from the ashes, as some eight months after the fire, the Eye's Gallery is reopening.
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
James Harden skipped the Sixers' media day Monday and his status for training camp remains unclear as he continues to seek a trade.
Jake Elliott hit a 54-yard field goal -- his fourth of the game -- to give the Eagles a 34-31 overtime victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field.
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
A.J. Brown hauled in nine catches for 175 yards and two touchdowns in the Eagles' 34-31 overtime win over the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field to improve to 4-0 for the second straight year.
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
In this week's The Heartbeat, host Ashley Harder plants her feet on Jester Castle's stage. Learning the concept behind this new Center City venue and what sets it apart.
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Ukee Washington reports.
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The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
A beautiful stretch of weather this week, with 80s through Thursday.
Phones, laptops and tablets were taken from the store on Walnut Street during the looting incident on Sept. 26, police said.
Police said Josh Kruger, a local journalist and activist, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home overnight Monday.
Police believe the alleged shooter in a deadly quadruple shooting in Lawncrest is dead after a shootout with officers.
Jasmine Payoute has the latest on the victims of the quadruple shooting.