CBS News Philadelphia awards Trudy Haynes Scholarship winner with $10K
Temple University junior, Corey Thompson, is this year's winner of the CBS News Philadelphia's Trudy Haynes Scholarship.
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Temple student presented with Trudy Haynes scholarship award
Anchor Janelle Burrell reports.
Applications for Trudy Haynes Scholarship open until February 12
Known around the station as "Miss Trudy," Trudy Haynes started at KYW-TV in 1965. She was the first Black TV reporter in Philadelphia.
Trudy Haynes Scholarship: Rules & Application
CBS Philadelphia is proud to partner with the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists to award the annual Trudy Haynes Scholarship to a college student pursuing a career in journalism or communications.
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Six-Month Philadelphia Festival Will Honor 19th-Century Freedom Pioneer
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African American Museum Honors 'Sheroes'
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Live: Philly officials provide update on city's tap water situation
A leak of between 8,100 and 12,000 gallons of what's known as a latex emulsion product made its way into Otter Creek and then into the Delaware River.
Cause of explosion at West Reading candy factory still unknown, officials say
The explosion happened Friday night at the candy factory located on South Second Avenue in West Reading.
Phillies' Opening Day roster appears to be set with final cuts
Jake Cave and Dalton Guthrie appear to have earned the final two bench spots, barring any outside acquisitions.
Mike Trout is bringing a new golf course to South Jersey
The Millville, New Jersey, native is teaming up with Tiger Woods to bring Trout National - The Reserve to Vineland.
3 children, 3 adults killed in shooting at Nashville school; shooter dead
The three children shot and killed were each nine years old, and the three adults killed all worked at the school, police said.
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Live: Philly officials provide update on city's tap water situation
A leak of between 8,100 and 12,000 gallons of what's known as a latex emulsion product made its way into Otter Creek and then into the Delaware River.
Cause of explosion at West Reading candy factory still unknown, officials say
The explosion happened Friday night at the candy factory located on South Second Avenue in West Reading.
Phillies' Opening Day roster appears to be set with final cuts
Jake Cave and Dalton Guthrie appear to have earned the final two bench spots, barring any outside acquisitions.
Mike Trout is bringing a new golf course to South Jersey
The Millville, New Jersey, native is teaming up with Tiger Woods to bring Trout National - The Reserve to Vineland.
3 children, 3 adults killed in shooting at Nashville school; shooter dead
The three children shot and killed were each nine years old, and the three adults killed all worked at the school, police said.
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Live: Philly officials provide update on city's tap water situation
A leak of between 8,100 and 12,000 gallons of what's known as a latex emulsion product made its way into Otter Creek and then into the Delaware River.
Cause of explosion at West Reading candy factory still unknown, officials say
The explosion happened Friday night at the candy factory located on South Second Avenue in West Reading.
2-alarm fire rips through Upper Darby auto repair shop
Firefighters responded to the call around 10:15 a.m. Monday and placed the blaze under control about an hour later.
MLK Drive Bridge closed until spring 2025 for repairs
The bridge has been closed to vehicles since 2021 and now it's closed to pedestrians and cyclists as well.
Philadelphia tap water safe to drink through Monday night, water department says
The spill of a latex product occurred Friday night in Bristol Township at Otter Creek.
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Mike Trout is bringing a new golf course to South Jersey
The Millville, New Jersey, native is teaming up with Tiger Woods to bring Trout National - The Reserve to Vineland.
Sea Isle City wants to impose curfew for teens this summer
A public hearing and a final vote on the ordinance are scheduled for Tuesday.
Sea Isle City officials proposing curfew ordinance for teens during tourism season
The curfew would be in effect between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Murder victim known only as 'the girl with the scorpion tattoo' identified after 30 years
Authorities say Christa's last known sighting was with her mother in September 1991 at a lodge near Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, when she was 2.
Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
Princeton was hoping to become the first Ivy League champion to make the Elite Eight since 1979.
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Local Jewish community boosts security measures amid rising antisemitism
Local organizations are working to make the Jewish community safer amidst a surge in antisemitic incidents.
NEXT Weather: P.M. rain in southern parts of region on soggy Friday
Friday morning will be a little soggy, and some rain to the south is expected later in the day.
Dunkin' announces launch of new breakfast tacos
The tacos come in a warm flour tortilla with eggs, cheddar cheese, lime crema and the option to add bacon.
"This is my team": Del. woman reunites with first responders, mass guides who saved her life
It is a reunion some five months in the making, and one first responders say would not have happened if it was not for CPR training.
President Biden to host "Ted Lasso" cast to promote mental health
Biden has previously called on lawmakers in both parties to expand resources to fight the "mental health crisis" in the nation as part of his "unity agenda."
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"I have my life back": Penn Medicine solves woman's medical mystery
The Penn team will be presenting her case at a medical conference Monday. They hope the surgery will be used by other patients with her condition.
One-time champ shares benefits of boxing at Philly VA Medical Center
"It teaches you to become one with yourself," Hafiz Montgomery, a former WBF champ, said.
CDC: 1 in 36 children now identified with autism spectrum disorder
Federal health officials say some children didn't get early intervention and treatment because of COVID. The new report also shows autism numbers are up.
New research shows benefits linked to four day work week
Many agree that an extra day off leads to a more fulfilling and profitable life. There is also growing interest among state legislatures and even congress to give employers a chance to try out a four-day workweek.
CDC expressing concern about rapidly growing fungus, now in Pennsylvania
The Center for Disease Control is expressing concern over a new fungus that's growing, and it's now in Pennsylvania.
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After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Group of big banks pumps $30 billion in battered First Republic
The San Francisco regional bank's stock had plunged by a third on Thursday on concerns about its financial stability.
Over 1 million Ford Fusions and Lincoln MKZs recalled over brake problem
The national highway safety agency says a faulty brake fluid hose can lead to longer stopping distances, "increasing the risk of a crash."
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic East Palestine train derailment
Ohio has filed a lawsuit against railroad Norfolk Southern to make sure it pays for the cleanup and environmental damage caused by a fiery train derailment on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border last month.
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SEPTA to install new gates to discourage fare evasion
The transit agency will test full-size gates on the Market-Frankford Line, at the 13th Street and 34th Street stations.
SEPTA pauses plan to expand high speed rail service to King of Prussia
The transportation authority cited rising costs and inflation for the pause.
Project to expand Wissahickon Transportation Center moves forward
SEPTA said the construction will "enhance the customer experience" at the Ridge Avenue bus station.
Route 100 reopens after "major crash" in West Whiteland Township
Officials say the road will be closed for "an extended period of time."
NJ bridge closed that connects Stone Harbor, Middle Township
The bridge and road are being closed to allow open movement and space for a new fender replacement project.
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Phillies' Opening Day roster appears to be set with final cuts
Jake Cave and Dalton Guthrie appear to have earned the final two bench spots, barring any outside acquisitions.
Mike Trout is bringing a new golf course to South Jersey
The Millville, New Jersey, native is teaming up with Tiger Woods to bring Trout National - The Reserve to Vineland.
Flyers chairman Dave Scott to retire at end of season
Dan Hilferty will take over as Comcast Spectacor's chairman on April 17 and the Flyers' governor on July 1.
First timers Miami, FAU, San Diego State join UConn in NCAA's Final Four
For the first time, no team is seeded better than No. 4
Philadelphia 76ers beaten by Phoenix Suns 125-105
The Sixers have lost three of their past four games.
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"The Young and the Restless" at 50: The drama continues
For the past half-century Genoa City, Wisconsin, has been the setting for high drama, marital gyrations and genre traditions, in TV's most-watched soap opera.
Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprising "Cinderella" roles
Brandy became the first Black actress to play Cinderella in a movie, and 26 years later, she is reprising the iconic role alongside her prince.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Mayfair teacher introducing students to building trades
Mayfair Elementary School is the only one in the School District of Philadelphia helping students explore vocational programs.
Focusing On The Future: Chasing the dream with high voltage
PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy.
Philadelphia students learning about early childhood education
Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom.
2 local high school students create nationally recognized non-partisan organization for polling
Patriot Polling is a non-partisan organization that uses a third-party cold-calling system to survey voters across the nation.
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West Reading officials hold press conference after deadly candy factory explosion
It's still unclear what caused the explosion, official said.
MLK Drive Bridge closed until spring 2025 for repairs
The project will use more than $20 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
2 of 7 people killed in West Reading chocolate factory explosion identified
Officials say all missing people have been accounted for.
Aqua PA says their customers are not affected
The chief environmental, safety and sustainability officer for Essential Utilities, the parent company of Aqua Pennsylvania, talks more about how they are responding to the issue. ,
Here's what we know about the water worries in Philadelphia
Joe Holden reports.