At Philadelphia Zoo, Art Exhibit Turns Trash Into Thought-Provoking Sculptures
It's called "Second Nature: Junk Rethunk" -- a series of animal-inspired art sculptures on the grounds of the Philadelphia Zoo, all made out of recycled materials.
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It's called "Second Nature: Junk Rethunk" -- a series of animal-inspired art sculptures on the grounds of the Philadelphia Zoo, all made out of recycled materials.
Kids have claimed to be drowning in a sea of homework for decades, but a new study seems to have found both the ideal amount and way to do the work for academic success.
The fastest texter won a scholarship to court reporting school.
From now on, it's Delaware Valley University, with new signs to announce the change.
Temple University has high hopes for a newly opened cafe and bookstore at its Center City campus.
Kenney, who is white, nabbed the endorsement of a group of African-American political leaders known as the Northwest Coalition over rival Anthony Wiliams, who is black.
Rutgers says the current climate of controversy enveloping college Greek life was a major factor in their decision to shut the parties down.
Drexel University says professor Lisa McElroy's email last week "erroneously included a link to inappropriate material."
College president Donald "Guy" Generals notes that students must meet certain criteria.
Kenneth Ford, who helped devise the weapon when he had a security clearance in the early 1950s, says everything he includes in his book, "Building the H-Bomb," is already in the public domain.
About 50 local college students learned a lesson outside the classroom that might be more valuable than anything they learn inside.
Students at Philadelphia Youth Orchestra were hard at work Saturday rehearsing for an upcoming concert with the Indigo Girls.
The two-year, $1.5 million grant gives each of the ten schools 30 iPads so that students in kindergarten, first and second grades can access e-books from the Free Library.
City Council plans to explore PILOTS -- payments in lieu of taxes -- as a way to get non-profits that pay no property taxes to chip in more for city schools.
A county prosecutor says this case cried out for jail time because of the abuse of power and betrayal of trust involved.
Jon Bon Jovi will be among the speakers at Rutgers University's graduation ceremonies this spring.
The basement at the Leap Academy building, on Cooper Street, is now a full-service health clinic, run by the school of nursing of Rutgers-Camden.
The governor spoke to automotive tech students on the west regional campus of Community College of Philadelphia.
"We had 8,200-plus people get jobs last year, but we had 18,000 who applied," Mayor Nutter noted.
Hundreds of Temple University students took part in the school's fourth annual walk to raise awareness about sexual assaults, sexual violence, and the street harassment of women.
The questions, from Central's Class 274, covered a wide variety of issues.
The ex-governor says fourth and fifth graders in Philadelphia will get an opportunity to take part in a unique civics lesson that could help shape the upcoming Democratic primary for mayor.
The school district wants more than $100 million above the city's current contribution. The Nutter administration proposes raising $105 million with a 9.3-percent hike in property taxes. Councilmembers are already discussing alternate means.
As the budget hearings open, issue #1 is the School District's request for an additional $103 million in city funding.
A South Philadelphia magnet school is singing for joy after winning a cash prize from the people who hand out the Grammy awards.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting near a Northeast Philly laundromat, where one person was killed and another was injured on Saturday afternoon.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
A former administrator at Manor College is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing over $700,000 from the school in Montgomery County.
Police are investigating after two men were shot in the head in Northeast Philly's Holmesburg section Saturday morning.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting near a Northeast Philly laundromat, where one person was killed and another was injured on Saturday afternoon.
We're looking ahead to two NEXT Weather Alert Days on Sunday and Monday as a weekend storm is set to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and possible flooding.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
A former administrator at Manor College is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing over $700,000 from the school in Montgomery County.
Kada Scott has not been seen since she left to go to her job at an assisted living facility on Oct. 4.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting near a Northeast Philly laundromat, where one person was killed and another was injured on Saturday afternoon.
A former administrator at Manor College is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing over $700,000 from the school in Montgomery County.
Police are investigating after two men were shot in the head in Northeast Philly's Holmesburg section Saturday morning.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
The Aronimink Golf Club still needs hundreds of volunteers to help make next year's PGA Championship a success.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
One New Jersey high school canceled its homecoming dance that was set for this weekend, it said, due to low interest among students.
Visitors on Friday got an up-close look at the USS Billings in Camden for the Navy and Marine Corps' 250th birthday.
Jersey Shore towns are making preparations as a nor'easter approaches with potential to drop several inches of rain and create high waves.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
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.
Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday says customers with unused Iron Hill Brewery gift cards should dispute the purchases.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Philadelphia-area businesses are helping you celebrate the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album with listening parties, release parties, watch parties and more.
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.
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.
A fire on the train tracks stopped multiple trains on SEPTA's Manayunk/Norristown Line on Friday.
The 14th edition of the Army-Navy Cup game at Subaru Park featured men's and women's soccer teams, days before the Navy's 250th birthday.
The Aronimink Golf Club still needs hundreds of volunteers to help make next year's PGA Championship a success.
District officials say they're reviewing the Lincoln High School football suspension after a new video surfaced of the fight.
Jalen Hurts' first interception of the season was among the many mistakes the Eagles made Thursday in their second straight loss.
The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
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.
Red October baseball is back in Philadelphia, Taylor Swift just dropped her 12th studio album and the Eagles are 4-0; can we really ask for anything more?
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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.
Coastal flooding possible has Nor'easter is set to bring heavy rain and strong winds in to the Philadelphia region. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Atlantic City leaders say beach erosion is a major concern ahead of this weekend's coastal storm system. Emergency management officials say this storm could cause the worst flooding the city has seen in years.
Atlantic City leaders say beach erosion is a major concern ahead of this weekend's coastal storm system. Emergency management officials say this storm could cause the worst flooding the city has seen in years.
A crunchy taco dinner kit sold by Giant Food Stores is being recalled because of undeclared allergens - the milk that comes in a packet of hot chocolate that was included in the kit by mistake. The company said anyone who bought the kits should return them to Giant for a refund or just throw them out.
Officials say no one was injured after a fire broke out at a Holiday Inn on Penrose Avenue near the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.