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The Philadelphia Zoo continues to work on a network of see-through trails, allowing animals to move long distances through -- and above -- its campus.
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The Philadelphia Zoo continues to work on a network of see-through trails, allowing animals to move long distances through -- and above -- its campus.
Contestant Audra McLaughlin didn't make it to the championship on "The Voice," but she's still a winner in the eyes of those at her alma mater, Interboro High School.
At the college fair at Simon Gratz High School, students attending high schools operated by Mastery Charter Schools had the chance to grill potential institutions about post-secondary opportunities.
Teachers' union president Jerry Jordan called on City Council to allocate all $120 million from a city sales tax extension to schools.
More than 30,000 students nationwide were surveyed for the poll, which is set to be released annually for the next five years.
Dr. Gallagher headed what is now Philadelphia Unviersity for 23 years, including during its changeover from Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science. He takes over June 2nd, as Brother Michael McGinness retires.
Students at Philadelphia's Cristo Rey High School spent part of their school year giving back to the community.
Even though it has been the school's mascot for decades and a source of pride at many a football game, you'll no longer see the word redskins in the Playwickian.
The message of the few dozen students was clear: the school needs to do more.
Queen Latifah honored teachers on her daytime talk show that airs on CBS3.
Students at St. Joseph's University were taking a break from studying for final exams to de-stress, by petting some therapy-certified pooches.
Rutgers University says paralyzed former football player Eric LeGrand will speak at the university's commencement after all.
The Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation is now handling the sales for the school district.
The district is already counting on City Council to provide $120 million more for next year by extending the one-percent city sales tax hike. But that's far from a done deal. And it says it wants $96 million beyond that.
Dom Giordano talked with Neshaminy High School's sports editor about the school's decision not to publish the nickname "Redskins" in its paper.
No lesson to be learned here. Nope. You see, you can harass, besmirch, bully, taunt, and heckle a black woman in this country as long as she's affiliated with the Republican Party. Not only can you do it. You can get away with it.
Asthma inhalers haven't changed much over the decades, but a Drexel student has come up with a way that could revolutionize how people manage the disease. Step one: redesign the inhaler.
On Monday, City Council hears from school district officials on the so-called "empty shell" budget proposed for next year.
Father Judge High School in Northeast Philadelphia took first place at the Model United Nations National Debate held at the U.S. State Department in Washington D.C.
Nine seniors from high schools throughout the area gathered this past week in Bucks County to play a modified version of the game "Jeopardy" where all of the questions tested their knowledge of finances.
The University of the Sciences joins more than 1,300 other colleges and universities in going smoke and tobacco free.
Parents at an elementary school in Nicetown have voted overwhelmingly to keep the school under district control, instead of converting it to a charter.
At Philadelphia City Hall, the elementary school students got a taste of what it's like to be in a real courtroom when they served as jurors in mock trials.
A new exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences takes you on a journey to the rainforest of New Guinea and the land of the exotic "birds of paradise."
The dragnet remains out for 26-year-old Jason Koenig, who faces four criminal counts stemming from an alleged affair with a 16-year-old student at Hammonton High School.
Bryce Harper, in his second season as a full-time first baseman, is the Phillies' lone finalist for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award.
The stones found in some Ben's Original rice products are naturally occurring and originate from the rice farm, but they pose possible risk of oral or digestive tract injury if consumed.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
Keon King is charged with kidnapping Kada Scott and another Philadelphia woman earlier in 2025, officials said Wednesday.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
Keon King is charged with kidnapping Kada Scott and another Philadelphia woman earlier in 2025, officials said Wednesday.
Bryce Harper, in his second season as a full-time first baseman, is the Phillies' lone finalist for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
A homicide investigation is underway after a Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a rowhome in Holmesburg.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
Keon King is charged with kidnapping Kada Scott and another Philadelphia woman earlier in 2025, officials said Wednesday.
A homicide investigation is underway after a Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a rowhome in Holmesburg.
One person was killed after Philadelphia police say a stolen SUV crashed along Cheltenham Avenue and North 2nd Street, Tuesday night.
A 67-year-old man is in critical condition after he was shot at the Bernice Arms Senior Apartments, Philadelphia police say.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
The New Jersey governor election is coming up on Nov. 4, and Tuesday is the last day to register to change your registration status.
Towns in the Jersey Shore are scrambling to rebuild after their beaches took a beating following the nor'easter that moved through the East Coast.
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.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
After treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Landon Gallo is back to running and playing.
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.
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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.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
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.
Bryce Harper, in his second season as a full-time first baseman, is the Phillies' lone finalist for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award.
Bill Roth, the man behind Hip-Hop from 1998 to 2011, is training to reprise the role.
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.
Celebrities from Philly and beyond have begun paying tribute to R&B and neo-soul icon D'Angelo, who died Tuesday at 51.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
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.
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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 volunteer center is located at the Fashion District Philadelphia along Market Street. The facility will function as the heartbeat of tournament operations.
PATCO train service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage forced the transportation agency's Westmont Substation to suspend service in and out of Philadelphia Wednesday morning, officials said.
Keon King has been arrested and charged in connection with the abduction of 23-year-old Kada Scott, who remains missing, and faces another kidnapping charge in what police described as a pattern.
Police are searching for the suspects that vandalized Termini Brothers Bakery in South Philadelphia. The vandalism came just days after the death of the owner, Vincent Termini Sr. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey has the latest as the family searches for answers.
Anchor Jim Donovan has the top headlines in the Philadelphia area and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.