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Inner city kids need positive role models. So says a high school history teacher who's mounted an unusual outreach.
"The children of Philly deserve better," said secretary of education Arne Duncan (center) at a Community College of Philadelphia roundtable on how young men of color can achieve.
"The issues today, of cyberbullying and hate speech and harassment, they present real challenges," said Judge Marjorie Rendell, who knows about challenging First Amendment issues.
A group of middle school students, at Temple University for a two-week science camp, were playing the role of NASA engineers.
In all, 342 layoff notices are going out. A school district spokeswoman says this is unrelated to the cigarette tax standoff in Harrisburg.
Philadelphia's schools superintendent says if the state legislature doesn't authorize a cigarette tax by the middle of next month, he'll begin sending out pink slips.
Pennsylvania's state-owned universities adopted a policy Tuesday that is designed to protect the safety of children on campus.
A reënactor portraying Col. John Nixon read the words of the Declaration of Independence to hundreds assembled in Independence Park, behind Independence Hall.
"While there has been a lot of backslapping and clapping and 'We finally got it done,' we have not gotten it done," warns state senator Anthony Williams (at left in photo).
The city has about 900 sites open throughout the summer to give kids under the age of 18 a free lunch at noon, and snacks at 3pm.
A team of six Philadelphia youths is working hard to prepare for the Brave New Voices International Youth Poetry Festival later this month.
In a statement, Pritchett said SRC in recent years has been considering a set of options, "all bad," and he said this is no way to run a high-performing school system.
An amendment attached to the Pa. House bill would give groups who want to open charter schools in Philadelphia the right to appeal to a state board if they get turned down by the School Reform Commission.
It's the lazy linguaphile's dream come true: Scientists say it might be possible to learn a new language while you sleep.
House Republican leaders Tuesday night thwarted an 11th hour effort by Philadelphia Democrats to get committee approval for a Philadelphia school funding proposal.
When it comes to the state schools, Pennsylvania has some of the most expensive in the nation.
While most of us prepare for Fourth of July fun, Philadelphia firefighters are getting ready to respond to disasters when people use poor judgment.
The Philadelphia School District is keeping its pink slips in its pocket for now, until the revenue picture from Harrisburg becomes more clear.
The mayor says Governor Corbett is using Philadelphia children as pawns to get other state issues approved, in order for the schools to get more funding.
The $15,000 scholarship is in honor of Elwood, named World's Ugliest Dog in 2007.
The Work Ready Philadelphia initiative links young people, ages 12 to 21, with paid summer internships.
To instill art appreciation in its youngest visitors, the folks at the Philadelphia Museum of Art are inviting children to participate in their summer programs.
Neshaminy school board vote prevents the high school editors from deleting the word redskin only on the editorial page where other students submit letters to the editor.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has decided not to decide whether the Philadelphia School District has the power to impose work rule changes on teachers next fall.
An Upper Township administrator said Strathmere's beach is "essentially gone" following this weekend's nor'easter.
A man who scaled a security fence in the middle of the night and set fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion has pleaded guilty to attempted murder and other charges.
Warrington Township police are warning the public about a new trend in auto theft involving key fob cloning, also known as car hacking.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim head coach on Sunday when James Franklin was fired.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
An Upper Township administrator said Strathmere's beach is "essentially gone" following this weekend's nor'easter.
A man who scaled a security fence in the middle of the night and set fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion has pleaded guilty to attempted murder and other charges.
Warrington Township police are warning the public about a new trend in auto theft involving key fob cloning, also known as car hacking.
Attorneys for the family of Ellen Greenberg confirmed the medical examiner for the city of Philadelphia has again ruled Greenberg's 2011 controversial death a suicide.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim head coach on Sunday when James Franklin was fired.
Warrington Township police are warning the public about a new trend in auto theft involving key fob cloning, also known as car hacking.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
Philadelphia Flyers fans have renewed hope in the team with former player Rick Tocchet at the helm.
Two adults and a 16-year-old were taken to the hospital after being shot in Philadelphia on Monday, police say.
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson will return for the final year of his contract next year, reports say.
An Upper Township administrator said Strathmere's beach is "essentially gone" following this weekend's nor'easter.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
The worst of the nor'easter may be behind Jersey Shore communities hit hard by coastal flooding.
The significant coastal storm continues to impact the Philadelphia region and Jersey Shore on Monday.
A nor'easter is bringing strong winds, big waves and flooding to coastal communities in New Jersey.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
The significant coastal storm continues to impact the Philadelphia region and Jersey Shore on Monday.
Rainy and windy Sunday, especially closer to the coast. Coastal flooding is expected at high tides.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a 16-year-old boy dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Here's what you need to know about the road closures and parking restrictions as Philadelphia continues its Homecoming 250 Navy and Marine Corps celebrations.
SEPTA GM Scott Sauer says the Philadelphia-based transit authority has a handle on how the fires started but hasn't uncovered what could connect them.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail service was temporarily suspended Thursday due to signal power issues.
SEPTA is facing a lawsuit that alleges its fare increases on public transportation in Philadelphia were illegal.
SEPTA says Regional Rail riders could face possible cancellations, delays and crowded trains after last week's federal emergency order.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim head coach on Sunday when James Franklin was fired.
Philadelphia Flyers fans have renewed hope in the team with former player Rick Tocchet at the helm.
Sean Couturier's second goal lifted the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers.
Hip-Hop, the Sixers' iconic former mascot, is coming back to help celebrate the 2001 team.
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson will return for the final year of his contract next year, reports say.
The star of "The Bear" talks about how he approached playing legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen in a new film, and what he found in common with him.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
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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.
From pumpkin to apple, no matter your pie preference, it's the perfect time to plan for those holiday desserts. MANNA provides food as medicine for people who are home living with cancer, HIV, AIDS, diabetes and more. MANNA ensures that people get the right nutrition at no cost three meals a day, seven days a week. As the annual Pie in the Sky fundraiser returns for its 31st year, here's a look at what flavors people can choose from.
The 33-year-old edge rusher signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in September and started in two of the five games he played in green and white.
SEPTA riders have been hit hard by recent delays and service cancellations as the transit agency works to inspect all 225 train cars in its Silverliner IV Fleet. The transit agency was given 30 days to inspect and update the entire fleet, but they're behind schedule.
Cody Balmer, the man charged in connection with an arson attack on the Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion in Harrisburg, is expected to appear in court on Tuesday morning. Balmer is charged with attempted homicide, aggravated arson and terrorism for his role in the April attack. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
It's a mostly cloudy Tuesday with a few sprinkles likely to be spotted in the morning. Conditions will improve as drier air moves in from the west. Clouds may linger early but should begin to break during the afternoon, allowing for some sunshine to return. Winds will remain breezy at times with gusts around 20 to 30 mph, and highs will reach the mid to upper 60s.