Play About Trayvon Martin Debuts In Philadelphia
The poetic docudrama began Thursday night at The Freedom Theatre.
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.
Police in riot gear early Friday morning cleared the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the most important offseason of the Joel Embiid era, and Daryl Morey is armed with cap space to get a third star to make a run for an NBA title.
At Temple University in Philadelphia, the words "Free Palestine" were spray-painted on the roof of a Jewish fraternity.
A 23-year-old man died after being shot in Southwest Philadelphia Thursday night, police said. A 9-year-old girl and a 46-year-old man were injured in the area, too.
Three men were sentenced in connection with the 2021 death of 18-year-old Joshua Soto on Thursday, the District Attorney's Office said.
Police in riot gear early Friday morning cleared the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the most important offseason of the Joel Embiid era, and Daryl Morey is armed with cap space to get a third star to make a run for an NBA title.
At Temple University in Philadelphia, the words "Free Palestine" were spray-painted on the roof of a Jewish fraternity.
A 23-year-old man died after being shot in Southwest Philadelphia Thursday night, police said. A 9-year-old girl and a 46-year-old man were injured in the area, too.
Three men were sentenced in connection with the 2021 death of 18-year-old Joshua Soto on Thursday, the District Attorney's Office said.
Police in riot gear early Friday morning cleared the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
At Temple University in Philadelphia, the words "Free Palestine" were spray-painted on the roof of a Jewish fraternity.
A 23-year-old man died after being shot in Southwest Philadelphia Thursday night, police said. A 9-year-old girl and a 46-year-old man were injured in the area, too.
Three men were sentenced in connection with the 2021 death of 18-year-old Joshua Soto on Thursday, the District Attorney's Office said.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the University of Pennsylvania to disband the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus Thursday "to restore order and safety on campus."
It's graduation week at Rowan University and despite a major health setback, one medical school student not only graduated Thursday but she's also dedicating her life to helping others.
The 85th Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta is happening in South Jersey this weekend, and for the first time, a woman is at the helm.
A house fire in Waterford Township, New Jersey left one person dead and seven first responders injured, officials said.
Evesham police kicked off the Police Unity Tour Thursday to remember officers who did not make it home at the end of their shifts, including Deptford officer Bobby Shisler.
Thursday starts off cloudy and in the 60s before rain rolls in tonight, cooling us down for a damp, chilly Friday.
Thursday starts off cloudy and in the 60s before rain rolls in tonight, cooling us down for a damp, chilly Friday.
Wednesday morning is kicking off with scattered showers that could produce lightning, high winds and downpours for some in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Police in Dover, Delaware, said two men were arrested for the murder of 18-year-old Camay Mitchell De Silva on Delaware State University's campus in April.
A Delaware County woman finally has what doctors call a miracle baby. This coming Mother's Day is extra special with a journey that spanned nine years.
Artz Philadelphia is designed for people living with dementia and their care partners.
ACL injuries are common and often involve difficult surgery and a long recovery, but a new collagen implant is changing that.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
The Phillies are encouraging fans heading to Wednesday's game to use public transportation and plan accordingly for traffic.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound was blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
The 45th Annual Broad Street Run happens Sunday, May 5. Here's how to get there and where to park.
A tractor-trailer truck got stuck under an Amtrak bridge on Route 420 in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania on Friday morning.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the most important offseason of the Joel Embiid era, and Daryl Morey is armed with cap space to get a third star to make a run for an NBA title.
The 85th Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta is happening in South Jersey this weekend, and for the first time, a woman is at the helm.
Cavan Sullivan, 14, is the youngest player in Philadelphia Union history to be added to the first-team roster. He's also the fifth-youngest signing in Major League Soccer history.
Chris Bassitt tossed three-hit ball and struck out six over 6 2/3 innings and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits and an RBI to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 victory that ended the Philadelphia Phillies' home winning streak at 11 games.
Ippei Mizuhara, 39, of Newport Beach, has agreed to plead guilty to one count of bank fraud, which carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison, and one count of subscribing to a false tax return, which carries a sentence of up to three years in federal prison.
Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour began its European leg with four dates at the La Defense Arena in Paris with a revamped setlist.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
"Grotesquerie" star Niecy Nash took to social media to show off her new co-worker, Travis Kelce, on the new horror-drama TV series by "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
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ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Police move in on pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania less than 24 hours after Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the university to disband it.
The scoreboard on the football field at the Academies at Roxborough High School has been named to honor Nick Elizalde, who was killed leaving a football scrimmage in 2022.
Bill Kelly says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be cloudy and cold with showers and a high of 56 degrees.
Temple University is investigating after the words "Free Palestine" were painted on a Jewish fraternity house on campus.
The comments from Shapiro come on the same day the University of Pennsylvania disciplined 12 student protestors, including six who were placed on mandatory/temporary leave.