University of Pennsylvania declines to sign White House agreement
Penn has declined to sign an agreement pledging to uphold the Trump administration's priorities, risking preferred access to federal funding.
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Penn has declined to sign an agreement pledging to uphold the Trump administration's priorities, risking preferred access to federal funding.
A spike in assaults where the victims were hit in the head has led to increased security on and around Penn's campus.
The University of Pennsylvania has a message for students after a string of assaults near campus in West Philadelphia. Safety concerns are growing, both on and around the campus. all due to a string of random, unprovoked attacks. The school's Division of Public Safety is warning students and faculty to be on the lookout. Josh Sanders reports residents are also concerned.
The Good Samaritan Club, made up of college students from around the city, meets regularly to help keep a North Philadelphia football field clean.
Summer isn't over quite yet, but college move-in season is officially upon us in Pennsylvania.
The scientific community is criticizing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after he announced he's cutting millions from mRNA vaccine research.
The vaccine technology, mRNA, was created in Philadelphia. Researchers said it has broad potential to fight many infections, and possibly even cancer.
A statue of Sadie T.M. Alexander, the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania's law school, is planned for Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled the designs for the statue of Sadie T.M. Alexander, the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law, outside City Hall.
Penn has agreed to ban trans women from women's sports, resolving a civil rights case that centered around swimmer Lia Thomas, the Department of Education said Tuesday.
The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women's sports teams and facilities in an agreement with the Department of Education.
A retail expert says taking a closer look at the unit price of an item can help you figure out if buying a bigger item or store brand is really the best bang for your buck.
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
A team of doctors at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine treated a baby with a gene editing technology customized for his rare disease for the first time ever.
For Jocelyn Krebs and her son Rhys, the Armellino Center of Excellence for Williams Syndrome at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia has special meaning. Krebs, the center's director, researched the syndrome for years and now advocates for her son, who has Williams syndrome.
Philly kicks off Pride Month with celebrations across the city, along with a packed lineup at the 2025 Roots Picnic.
Police said Jaadir Goodwyn turned himself in after he was wanted for striking four people outside the Penn Presbyterian trauma center.
Banks, a 1996 Penn alumna, delivered the commencement speech at Penn's 269th commencement ceremony.
The CRISPR gene editing therapy has been used for other diseases like sickle cell, but this is the first time it's been customized for one patient.
Remains were found at a construction site near Civic Center Boulevard and University Avenue in Philadelphia's University City late Monday night, according to police.
The Trump administration says the University of Pennsylvania violated sex discrimination laws for allowing transgender swimmer Lia Thomas to compete on the women's swimming team.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
Kampton Kam, a junior track and field high jumper at Penn, is looking to win big during the 129th running of the Penn Relays.
Thousands of athletes from around the world competed in a variety of events at Franklin Field on Day 1 of the 2025 Penn Relays.
Thousands of athletes will descend on the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field from April 24-26 to compete in track and field events at the 129th annual Penn Relays.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital is temporarily closed on Tuesday night in South Philadelphia because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital is temporarily closed on Tuesday night in South Philadelphia because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital is temporarily closed on Tuesday night in South Philadelphia because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, one historian is marking the occasion with a journey along the Underground Railroad.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
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.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
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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Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
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.
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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.
Voters in parts of Philadelphia have selected Chris Rabb to represent them in the U.S. House of Representatives, CBS News projects.
Sources tell CBS News Philadelphia the temperature inside the hospital was 88 degrees during the outage.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, one historian is marking the occasion with a journey along the Underground Railroad. Madeleine Wright.
The city recorded the hottest temperature ever in May on Tuesday at 98 degrees, which broke the previous record of 97 set in 1991. Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The School District of Philadelphia said Tuesday that early childhood centers at the schools affected will also shift to virtual learning.