Guide To The 2015 Penn Relays
The Penn Relays are one of Philadelphia's many historic events. Here's your guide to the races.
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The Penn Relays are one of Philadelphia's many historic events. Here's your guide to the races.
A dumpster fire forced students at the University of Pennsylvania from their homes overnight.
Dr. Patricia Henwood spent a total of 10 weeks in Liberia. First in Bong County, an epicenter of the outbreak for five weeks beginning in October, and then another five weeks beginning in January as the epidemic slowed.
The University of Pennsylvania has chosen five students for its inaugural "President's Engagement Prize," created for students who have a plan to make the world a better place.
Steve Donahue has come home. Now, he is hoping to turn Penn back into a contender.
Hundreds of veterinarians from across the country are attending a three-day, continuing education conference in center city, run by the University of Pennsylvania's school of veterinary medicine.
The court arguments lasted just over an hour, but the decision could have long-range consequences.
On Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli spoke with University of Pennsylvania Law Professor Jill Fisch who was one of 16 members of the faculty that authored an open letter objecting to new polices pertaining to sexual assault guidelines at the suggestion of the federal Department of Education Office and Civil Rights.
Rich believes it is past time to end the Department of Homeland Security and discussed the arrest of three ISIS sympathizers in Brooklyn and the Chairman of the FCC refusing to testify before Congress. He also spoke with University of Pennsylvania Law Professor Jill Fisch and Army Ranger Nicolas Irving.
Penn basketball coach Jerome Allen is opening the door to opportunity for young people.
Lenora Thompson formed the "Boys Book Club" to provide reading coaching -- and other forms of support -- to young black men in Philadelphia.
The walkway is needed because HUP plans to demolish an old office building and put up a new hospital tower there.
Rich Zeoli talked to Dr. Damon Centola, Associate Professor from the Annenberg School at the University of Pennsylvania, on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about how the birth and development of fads and trends, like baby names, has changed in the internet era.
Rich examined President Obama's statement that the media overstates the terrorist threat, ISIS recruited home grown terrorists, and the latest surrounding the Brian Williams controversy. He also talked to Jay Michaelson from the Daily Beast, Author Damon Root, and Dr. Damon Centola from the Annenberg School at the University of Pennsylvania.
What's blooming this time of year? Not a lot, but witch hazels are among the few shrubs that do flower in winter.
Starting Feb. 1st, a Sexual Violence Investigative Officer will begin his sole job, to investigate allegations of sexual assault on campus.
One of the country's best-known hackathons is underway and more than 1,000 of the best student programmers from around the world have gathered on UPenn's campus to learn and create.
"I was so humbled, to be honest," says Wharton junior Aaron Goldstein after being named Entrepreneur magazine's "College Entrepreneur of the Year" for his Fever Smart device.
Penn fell to 3-8 on the season following their loss to Princeton.
Thanking police officers and wearing blue ribbons were among the things people were doing Friday for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
Steve Zack had a season-high 17 points, nine rebounds and a career-best five assists to lead La Salle over Pennsylvania 84-67 on Tuesday night.
Rich discussed corruption charges being filed against two Democratic State Representatives, an apology issued by a University of Pennsylvania fraternity, and Jeb Bush's presidential ambitions.
A Montgomery County jury awarded the estate of Ellen Gregory Robb more than $124 million in a "wrongful death" civil trial. Rafael Robb is nearing the end of his 5-10 year sentence for voluntary manslaughter.
Dr. Zhengxia Dou says the amount of food wasted each year is staggering.
The Arboretum's holiday railway - with its fifteen rail lines - will be choo-chooing through seven loops and over nine bridges through January 4th.
Advanced DNA testing helped investigators in Burlington County solve a 2016 murder, officials say.
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was named Monday as one of the Eastern Conference starters in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
Valentino Garavani's high-glamour gowns were fashion show staples for nearly half a century.
Kenneth Salaam was 15 when he heard the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speak at Girard College. Six decades later, he's sharing MLK's message with Philadelphia's youth.
Layoffs and slowdowns in hiring are making it difficult for many jobseekers, but could your credit also be hurting your chances of getting hired?
Advanced DNA testing helped investigators in Burlington County solve a 2016 murder, officials say.
Teachers say Clearview Regional School District coach Tom Hengel and his wife were killed in a crash in Mullica Hill Saturday.
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was named Monday as one of the Eastern Conference starters in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
Valentino Garavani's high-glamour gowns were fashion show staples for nearly half a century.
Kenneth Salaam was 15 when he heard the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speak at Girard College. Six decades later, he's sharing MLK's message with Philadelphia's youth.
Kenneth Salaam was 15 when he heard the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speak at Girard College. Six decades later, he's sharing MLK's message with Philadelphia's youth.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
Advanced DNA testing helped investigators in Burlington County solve a 2016 murder, officials say.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Teachers say Clearview Regional School District coach Tom Hengel and his wife were killed in a crash in Mullica Hill, Saturday.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was named Monday as one of the Eastern Conference starters in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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.
A large group of people gathered in Center City on Monday to push back on ICE raids following the death of Renee Good in Minneapolis.
In the summer of 1965, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. stood outside the gates of Girard College to deliver a message that would become one of the most powerful civil rights moments in Philadelphia's history. Six decades later, a 15-year-old who was there is sharing Dr. King's message to Philadelphia's youth. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey reports.
Layoffs and slowdowns in hiring are making it difficult for a lot of people looking for a job right now. But could your credit also be hurting your chances of getting hired? CBS News Philadelphia consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is in your corner with important information every job hunter should hear.
The coldest air of the season will make temperatures around Philadelphia feel like the single digits and low teens by Monday night, and Tuesday morning it'll be even colder. Wind chills will dip below zero, prompting a NEXT Weather Alert through Wednesday.
A celebrity hockey game in Philadelphia Sunday raised money for Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education, which provides after-school programming for Philadelphia kids.