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The University of Pennsylvania is investigating a vulgar email that was sent to members of its campus community.
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The University of Pennsylvania is investigating a vulgar email that was sent to members of its campus community.
A spokesperson for the Ivy League college says it was not hacked and they're trying to determine exactly where the fraudulent email came from.
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.
Jesús Luzardo struck out nine in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Kansas City Royals Saturday night.
Sunday starts partly cloudy in the Philadelphia region before another hot day.
Five Phillies have been named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, with Brandon Marsh earning a starting nod in his first year on the roster.
The concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway was paused because of strong storms in Philadelphia.
France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time.
Sunday starts partly cloudy in the Philadelphia region before another hot day.
Jesús Luzardo struck out nine in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Kansas City Royals Saturday night.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
Five Phillies have been named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, with Brandon Marsh earning a starting nod in his first year on the roster.
The concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway was paused because of strong storms in Philadelphia.
The concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway was paused because of strong storms in Philadelphia.
Fireworks crackled and jets roared ahead of the France-Paraguay World Cup game in Philadelphia as fans celebrated the joy of soccer's biggest tournament and the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
Generations of families gathered in Conshohocken to celebrate the 75th running of its annual Soap Box Derby, a Fourth of July tradition that continues to bring racers year after year.
Mayor Cherelle Parker honored Philly natives including Colman Domingo and Gillie Da King during a July Fourth ceremony.
As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, we're looking back at Philadelphia's role in United States history.
A suspected lightning strike sparked a fire at a church in Medford, New Jersey, as severe thunderstorms moved through the area Friday night.
The sights and sounds of Independence Day were on full display in Haddonfield as the borough commemorated and celebrated America's 250th birthday.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
One South Jersey woman living at Collingswood Manor is joining the centenarian club this weekend.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
Jesús Luzardo struck out nine in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Kansas City Royals Saturday night.
Five Phillies have been named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, with Brandon Marsh earning a starting nod in his first year on the roster.
France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time.
Fireworks crackled and jets roared ahead of the France-Paraguay World Cup game in Philadelphia as fans celebrated the joy of soccer's biggest tournament and the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
The Anaheim Ducks have seven days to match the Flyers' offer sheet or accept four first-round draft picks as compensation.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
The Philadelphia area can expect severe storms Sunday and Monday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Fans cheering for Paraguay and France headed to South Philadelphia Saturday for the city's last 2026 Men's World Cup match.
Families packed Ocean City, New Jersey, Saturday for Fourth of July celebrations and tried to stay cool with ice cream and time in the ocean.
The One Philly: Unity Concert for America on Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway will resume at midnight with a performance by The Roots and a fireworks show, organizers say.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect Saturday evening in the Philadelphia area, disrupting some July Fourth events. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast.