Temple gymnast Kyrstin Johnson inspiring fans long even after viral routine
Four-time All-American gymnast Kyrstin Johnson's routine went viral in January, but her journey to success on and off the mat at Temple University is just as inspiring.
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Four-time All-American gymnast Kyrstin Johnson's routine went viral in January, but her journey to success on and off the mat at Temple University is just as inspiring.
Natalie Dormer stars in "Audrey's Children" as Dr. Audrey Evans, a CHOP doctor who co-founded Ronald McDonald House Charities.
A doctor in one of Philadelphia's busiest emergency departments is innovating new ways to save lives inside and outside of the hospital.
Dr. Raina Merchant is an inspirational leader at Penn Medicine who is ensuring that Philadelphians get the health care they need.
Gabrielle Paoletti, the owner of Her Bridal Collective, has partnered with her longtime friend to help survivors of domestic violence through a nonprofit.
The bridal shop in Delaware County is donating 10% of its proceeds from Justin Alexander dresses to the nonprofit Women Matter Alliance.
From the Julia Child martini to a Maya Angelou rum drink, Insatiable owner Denise Gesek is trying to honor trailblazers this Women's History Month.
Denise Gesek's South Philly restaurant Insatiable is offering several cocktails inspired by well-known women from history, from Julia Child to Frida Kahlo to Maya Angelou. Wakisha Bailey reports.
The substance abuse research team at Temple University is dedicated to combating the addiction epidemic by developing a new type of pain medication.
Temple University's substance abuse research team is finding new ways to tackle the addiction epidemic, with the development of a new kind of pain medication. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl introduces us to the team's director, as we celebrate Women's History Month.
Reverend Dr. Hilda Covington's dream has become a beacon of light and hope to a community in South Jersey. She has dedicated her life to serving others through her nonprofit Sisterhood Inc., but they now need help to improve the space.
Reverend Dr. Hilda Covington's dream has become a beacon of light and hope to a community in South Jersey. She has dedicated her life to serving others. But it's how she serves that caught our attention. Wakisha Bailey has her story.
At the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice, children flipped through the pages of history during a special reading of The ABCs of Women's History.
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Women are a large component of the overall health care industry, but make up only 14% of hospital CEO roles.
Shelly Buck was named Riddle Hospital's president right before the COVID-19 shutdown and oversaw a major expansion at Riddle, part of Main Line Health. Stephanie Stahl reports.
March is women's history month and NJ Transit is celebrating with a commemorative bus. Jan Carabeo has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
The Villanova University women's basketball team is giving back to the community in the form of mentorship.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, only 9% of firefighters in the United States are women.
Last month, the fearless women were on the front lines of the massive four-alarm fire at SPS Technologies in Abington Township and played a crucial role in bringing the blaze under control.
Twin sisters from Philadelphia are using their podcast, Twin Sister Docs, to provide a trusted source of accurate medical information.
Twin sisters from Philadelphia are using their podcast, Twin Sister Docs, to provide a trusted source of accurate medical information. Jan Carabeo shows us how they're reaching more people than ever before and making a difference.
The Philadelphia Flyers forged a historic partnership with the University of Delaware for the school's first-ever Women's NCAA Division I Ice Hockey Program.
Several "Rosies" -- named for the iconic Rosie the Riveter -- were honored with a Congressional medal Wednesday.
A Pennsylvania woman who helped make planes for Boeing during World War II were honored in Congress along with other "Rosie the Riveters" on Wednesday.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
Friday will start off feeling very much like the middle of winter in the Philadelphia region, and for some, even looking like winter.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
A 63-year-old Philadelphia man pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday for threatening to kill a Pennsylvania election official in 2024, officials said.
Friday will start off feeling very much like the middle of winter in the Philadelphia region, and for some, even looking like winter.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
A 63-year-old Philadelphia man pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday for threatening to kill a Pennsylvania election official in 2024, officials said.
A charter school that prepares students for careers in law enforcement and EMS could be coming to the former Valley Forge Military Academy campus.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumbertown Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office said Justford Doe and Giovanni Varanese were charged with first-degree murder and other charges for the deaths of two men on Nov. 5.
Three people were injured in a crash in Waterford Township, Camden County, Wednesday night, police said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to more snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Thanks to Shriners Children's Philadelphia, 11-year-old Desa Kaiser has an adaptive wheelchair that she can use for dancing.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Road and sidewalk closures are coming to Logan Circle in Philadelphia so crews can make improvements.
A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
Jalen Carter is considered week to week after undergoing procedures on both shoulders on Monday, a league source confirms.
Jordan Mailata has been selected as the Philadelphia Eagles' nominee for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
Travis Konecny, Noah Cates and Bobby Brink each had a goal and an assist, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Sabres 5-2 for their fourth win in five games.
The Sixers were fined again for violating injury reporting rules regarding 2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
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.
Grant Gilmore says Friday will be a NEXT Weather Alert Day for the Philadelphia region as temps plummet and some snow showers move into the area.
The 4-3 vote to adopt the resolution is a major step forward and means Ocean City can move forward with discussions to rezone the area of Wonderland Pier.
Lumberton Township Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges after she was accused of driving drunk with her 2-year-old son in the backseat.
Small is accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter.
Grant Gilmore has the latest NEXT Weather forecast Thursday night as the Philadelphia region could see some snow Friday.