Philadelphia Celebrates Its Selection as a 'US 2020' City For STEM Education
Philadelphia has been selected in a national competition as one of seven cities to encourage youth mentorship in science, technology, engineering and mathematics ("STEM").
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Philadelphia has been selected in a national competition as one of seven cities to encourage youth mentorship in science, technology, engineering and mathematics ("STEM").
Chris reviews yesterday's Phillies home opener, Attorney General Eric Holder's testimony on gun safety, and the President's efforts to eliminate the gender pay gap. He also talks to Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine.
If Hillary Clinton were to win the White House in 2016, the best thing about it wouldn't be her intelligence, experience or even her proximity to Bill.
The early colonial settlements along the Eastern seaboard, including Boston, Charleston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, are among the best places for an historic vacation in the US.
The White House takes delivery, today, of its official Christmas tree-- an 18-and-a-half-foot Douglass fir from right here in Eastern Pennsylvania. This is the third time the Lehigh Valley's Crystal Springs farm has provided the first family's tree.
Just 37% of those surveyed approve of the job President Obama is doing, while 57% disapprove.
President Obama might have more in common with former President George W. Bush than he'd like to admit.
Vice President Joe Biden won't be coming to New Jersey to campaign for Democratic Senate candidate Cory Booker.
According to a new poll from Monmouth University and the Asbury Park Press, more than 63% of New Jerseyans believe Christie wants to run for president in 2016.
Representatives from the White House and the U.S.D.A. were in North Philadelphia on Tuesday visiting one of more than 450 Archdiocesan summer meals sites for kids.
Chris discusses the latest regarding the IRS scandal and it implications for the 2014 mid-term elections. He talks to Author and Columnist Mitch Albom, Comedian Kevin Pollack, CBS 3's Beasley Reece and Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday.
Reporters and photographers were evacuated briefly from the West Wing of the White House early Saturday because of smoke from an overheated transformer.
The official Twitter account of the Associated Press was hacked, and sent out an untrue tweet about an explosion at the White House and an injury to Barack Obama.
A Pennsylvania man has been arrested after police say he made a bomb threat outside the White House.
Chris reviews the Phillies opening day set back in Atlanta, Senator Bob Casey's conversion on gay marriage, and doing business in the gym. He also talks to Author Christopher Frankie about his new book, Nailed, about working for Lenny Dykstra.
Terrorists are increasingly looking toward our nation's infrastructure to launch attacks. The government is turning, in part, to Delaware Valley teens to secure the power grid, water and transportation systems in the future.
Chris discusses the election of a new Pope and President Obama's Charm Offensive. He talks to Maureen Ferguson from the Catholic Association, Former Secret Service Agent Dan Bongino, and Dr. Ben Carson.
Chris welcomes the day of sequestration and analyzes the response to the White House "threat" against Bob Woodward. He also discusses the Obama Administration urging the Supreme Court to strike down Proposition 8 in California. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece about Phillies Spring Training, and CBS News Reporter Sharyl Atkisson.
Two local activists are among 12 people who'll be receiving the Citizens Medal at the White House, today.
Chris talks to Governor Tom Corbett about yesterday's budget address. He also analyzes the plans from the White House to avoid sequestration and their defense of drone strikes. He also talks to Tom McGrath from the Philly Post, Saturday Night Live Alum, Rachel Dratch, and welcomes the Piazza Pet of the Week into the studio.
President Barack Obama was sworn in for four more years Sunday in a simple ceremony at the White House, embarking on a second-term quest to restore a still-shaky economy and combat terrorists overseas while swearing an age-old oath to "preserve, protect and defend" the Constitution.
Chris assesses the latest ads released by the White House featuring children calling for action on gun violence and Lance Armstrong's confessions with Oprah Winfrey last night. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, Actress Jenna Elfman about her new show 1600 Penn, and CBS 3's Beasley Reece about the Eagles hiring of Chip Kelly.
President Obama will be officially sworn in for his second term on Sunday and the public Inaugural festivities kick off on Monday morning.
The National Rifle Association and Wal-Mart, the largest gun retailer in the country, are set to meet with Vice President Biden today at the White House; all part of his gun violence task force. This comes a day after the Vice President met with gun control advocates.
Chris discusses the latest on the negotiations to avert the fiscal cliff, the controversy now surrounding South Korean Rapper, Psy, and his time Friday Night at the Philly Pops. He talks to CSN Philly's Ray Didinger about yesterday's last-second Eagles win in Tampa and to Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein about Corey Booker running for Governor of New Jersey on the Monday Morning Matchup.
Scattered water quality tests on the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers found some unsafe levels of E. coli bacteria.
Two Penn State fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities said.
Begining Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
A recent survey found a majority of parents plan to use AI somewhere in their back-to-school shopping journey.
Philadelphia police confirmed 29-year-old Alhassane Barry was the off-duty officer killed in a shooting on Sunday morning.
Scattered water quality tests on the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers found some unsafe levels of E. coli bacteria.
Two Penn State fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities said.
Begining Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
Scattered water quality tests on the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers found some unsafe levels of E. coli bacteria.
Begining Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
Monday in the Philadelphia region looks mostly quiet, although a few isolated showers or thunderstorms could pop up during the afternoon as a cold front moves through.
A person was killed in a hit-and-run involving a tow truck in South Philadelphia Sunday night, police said.
Islam Makhachev sets a UFC record with his 17th straight victory, defeating Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 on Saturday night.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
Two people were shot and killed in Millville Sunday morning, the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office says.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
A 54-year-old woman was killed by an alleged drunken driver who ran a stop sign in New Castle, Delaware, Saturday night, police said.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
East Side Little League of West Chester is heading to Williamsport for the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
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
Begining Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Bruno Damiani scored his first two goals of the season, and the Philadelphia Union rallied from two goals down to beat New York City FC 3-2 on Sunday night at Yankee Stadium.
Bryan De La Cruz hit a two-run single in the eighth inning and the Philadelphia Philles overcame a five-run deficit to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-5 and sweep the three-game series.
Islam Makhachev sets a UFC record with his 17th straight victory, defeating Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 on Saturday night.
Ja'Kobi Lane had a 16-yard touchdown catch during a promising night for Ravens rookie receivers, and Baltimore beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-7 in the preseason opener for both teams.
Alec Bohm had five hits, Jesús Luzardo pitched 6 2/3 dominant innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on Saturday night.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
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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.
South Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell, based in Haddon Township, has been working with flowers for over 35 years after picking up a job to help pay for college tuition. Nikki DeMentri reports.
A recent survey of parents found nearly three-quarters plan to use artificial intelligence for back-to-school shopping in some way. So which AI is the most helpful for buying your child's school supplies? Josh Sidorowicz put three to the test and is In Your Corner with tips.
Surveillance video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows the moment gunfire erupted in Southwest Philadelphia in the shooting that killed off-duty police officer Alhassane Barry on Sunday, Aug. 16. Chilekasi Adele reports.
The 30-day warning period for expanded smart loading zones in Center City begins. Madeleine Wright reports.
A Philadelphia firefighter died while off duty, the department announced on social media. The department did not disclose a cause of death.