Penn ban encampments as part of temporary guidelines for campus protests
The University of Pennsylvania has issued temporary guidelines, banning encampments and outlining what protesters can do on campus.
The University of Pennsylvania has issued temporary guidelines, banning encampments and outlining what protesters can do on campus.
Six congressional committees sent a letter to the university Monday saying they are looking into acts of antisemitic harassment and intimidation at Penn.
With concerns growing about avian flu spreading, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are working on a new bird flu vaccine.
Philadelphia mental health professional Morgan Reid created AroDough, a scented "Play-Doh for adults," to help relieve stress.
Morgan Reid is the founder of A Little Mental. She created AroDough, short for aromatherapy dough, which she says helps reduce stress and anxiety. "I have personally used it when I've had panic attacks," she tells Chandler Lutz during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Many of the students who graduated from the University of Pennsylvania on Monday weren't able to experience their high school graduations in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The University of Pennsylvania held its 268th commencement on alert following weeks-long pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
The University of Pennsylvania held its 268th commencement on Monday, May 20. The commencement marked the end of an up-and-down year. This year Penn's president resigned over issues surrounding antisemitism complaints and a pro-Palestinian encampment put this year's commencement ceremony in question. Reporter Josh Sanders spoke to some graduates who said that encampment weighed heavily on them.
Police officers stand at the ready after a crowd forms at Drexel University setting up a new pro-Palestinian encampment. Drexel is the latest campus to be targeted by protesters. Ryan Hughes reports the latest on campus.
Seven people remain in custody following a protest on Penn's campus Friday, where 19 demonstrators were arrested after trying to occupy Fisher-Bennett Hall, a university spokesperson said.
About seven people remain in police custody following Friday night's pro-Palestinian protest on Penn's campus. Nearly 19 demonstrators were arrested after they took over a university building. Ray Strickland reports.
Philadelphia police confirmed multiple people were arrested Friday night after the University of Pennsylvania warned the community of a large crowd in the area of 34th and Walnut streets.
From how Philadelphia and Penn police conducted their intervention Friday morning to how the college community is reacting, here's everything we know about the dismantling of the encampment on Penn's campus.
Police in riot gear early Friday morning cleared the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
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The comments from Shapiro come on the same day the University of Pennsylvania disciplined 12 student protestors, including six who were placed on mandatory/temporary leave.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the University of Pennsylvania to disband the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus Thursday "to restore order and safety on campus."
The pro-Palestinian protest encampment in the heart of Penn's campus has also expanded. Protesters moved more than a half dozen tents to an additional section of College Green on the Ivy League school's campus.
Students are beginning to be punished for their roles in the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on the University of Pennsylvania's campus.
The marchers said they support the right of Penn students and employees to protest. Thursday will be day 15 of the encampment on Penn's campus.
Pro-Palestinian protesters have been camped out at the University of Pennsylvania for nearly two weeks.
Spokespeople for the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia said they have been meeting with university administration and feel they are making progress but intend to stay put until their demands are met.
University of Pennsylvania interim President J. Larry Jameson said in a statement Monday that he has met twice with protesters and claimed they reflect "an unwillingness to negotiate on reasonable terms to a conclusion." He is calling for de-escalation as the encampment continues.
The University of Pennsylvania's interim president called for de-escalation and reiterated the pro-Palestinian protest encampment set up on College Green violates university policy.
University of Pennsylvania Interim President J. Larry Jameson is calling for de-escalation and reiterated the pro-Palestinian protest encampment set up on College Green violates university policy.
Philly pride was on display in London, fans said, during the Philadelphia Phillies' games against the New York Mets in the UK.
A man died after being shot multiple times in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Monday night, police said.
A 4-year-old boy was among three people injured in a car crash in Philadelphia's Holmesburg section on Monday, police said.
A historic home in Montgomery County is up for sale and the best part is, its price tag won't break the bank.
From here on out, the Philadelphia Orchestra will perform at a concert hall that pays tribute to Civil Rights trailblazer and musical icon Marian Anderson.
The Department of Human Services said skimming devices are to blame after many residents said their EBT cards were stripped of their SNAP benefits.
A massive fire at a condo complex in East Windsor, Mercer County, displaced 24 families on Monday, fire officials said.
Philadelphia Police on Monday announced their long-awaited plans to clean up Kensington, an area in the city notorious for being one of the largest open-air drug markets in the United States.
Philly pride was on display in London, fans said, during the Philadelphia Phillies' games against the New York Mets in the UK.
A man died after being shot multiple times in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Monday night, police said.
Philly pride was on display in London, fans said, during the Philadelphia Phillies' games against the New York Mets in the UK.
A man died after being shot multiple times in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Monday night, police said.
A historic home in Montgomery County is up for sale and the best part is, its price tag won't break the bank.
The Department of Human Services said skimming devices are to blame after many residents said their EBT cards were stripped of their SNAP benefits.
One of the classmates of Antonio Walker, who was shot and killed when he was 15, received a scholarship in his memory at her graduation ceremony.
A massive fire at a condo complex in East Windsor, Mercer County, displaced 24 families on Monday, fire officials said.
William Fitzgerald, who has autism spectrum disorder, plays a boy with autism in the movie "Ezra."
If you are a Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware SNAP benefit recipient and have noticed your EBT balance has been drained, here are some of the next steps you can take.
Highs Monday will be close to 79 degrees around Philadelphia with low humidity and partly to mostly sunny skies, a trend that continues throughout the first half of the week.
Paulsboro police helped reunite Freddie the goat with his owners after the animal wandered away.
If you are a Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware SNAP benefit recipient and have noticed your EBT balance has been drained, here are some of the next steps you can take.
Highs Monday will be close to 79 degrees around Philadelphia with low humidity and partly to mostly sunny skies, a trend that continues throughout the first half of the week.
A few spotty showers are possible in the late morning and early afternoon around the Delaware Valley, but throughout the day we can expect a mix of clouds and sun.
It's been a year since smoke from the Canadian wildfires drifted down over the Philadelphia region, leaving the city with the lowest air quality in the world for a time.
Saturday is clear and sunny but Sunday's weather could have some showers around the Philadelphia area.
Tainted cucumbers may be behind bacteria strain that has sickened people in 25 states and the District of Columbia.
Consumer Reports found concerning levels of lead in two popular brands of veggie puff snacks, while another brand fared better.
Recall involves Wegmans Italian Classics Uncured Pepperoni sold at regional grocery chain's stores in eight states.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is warning of a potential measles exposure at PHL on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend.
Feds probe potential link between a salmonella-tainted cucumber sample and an 25-state outbreak that has sickened 162.
During SIPS, more than 90 bars and restaurants will be offering a variety of drinks. It happens every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. through Aug. 28 in Center City Philadelphia.
There's a new buzz happening in Montgomery County on City Avenue between Belmont Avenue and Conshohocken State Road Wednesday as new shops, restaurants and apartments are being added to an old landmark.
Over the past 20 years, Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran have helped transform Philadelphia's Gayborhood into the trendy Midtown Village it is today.
Nestled on 70 acres of preserved farmland in Voorhees, Saddlehill Winery and Vineyards is one of Camden County's newest small businesses.
Pheng Seng, a Cambodian American refugee who was once incarcerated, is now the co-owner of Unrivaled Screen Printing in South Philadelphia. He hopes to pass business to his sons one day.
Residents in the city's Harrowgate neighborhood are looking for answers for the road outside their homes to be fixed. They worry someone will get hurt if it's not repaired soon.
A part of I-76 was blocked for several hours Saturday morning after a multi-vehicle crash.
Philadelphia City Council advanced a bill Monday to bring speed cameras to Broad Street to combat speeding and reckless driving.
Detour ahead! The Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed on Sunday morning for the American Cancer Society Bike-A-Thon. Here's what you need to know.
A woman struck four New Jersey American Water workers on Wednesday, including one fatally, on the White Horse Pike in Magnolia, Camden County, police said.
Philly pride was on display in London, fans said, during the Philadelphia Phillies' games against the New York Mets in the UK.
Three fans pleaded guilty in the first conviction for racism-related cases in professional soccer in Spain.
Clark, who brought millions of new fans to the WNBA after a record-breaking collegiate career, was not included on the U.S. roster that AP published Saturday. No official announcement has been made.
José Alvarado blew the save against the New York Mets as the Philadelphia Phillies dropped Game 2 of the MLB London Series, 6-5, on Sunday.
With help from his wife and fellow actor Kaitlin Olson, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" star Rob McElhenney threw a "first double play" with Chase Utley and Bryce Harper ahead of Philadelphia and New York's second game in London.
From here on out, the Philadelphia Orchestra will perform at a concert hall that pays tribute to Civil Rights trailblazer and musical icon Marian Anderson.
William Fitzgerald, who has autism spectrum disorder, plays a boy with autism in the movie "Ezra."
Shane Gillis is bringing his comedy tour to Philadelphia. The stand-up comedian will be at the Wells Fargo Center for a show on Friday, Oct. 18.
Six-time Grammy Award-winning musician Questlove is out with a new book "Hip-Hop is History" that explores the genre he helped influence.
The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating its 150th anniversary in a way that will benefit your wallet.
Ukee Washington reports.
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After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Cherron Reynolds is Camden High School's only junior chef, and he has big dreams of becoming a master while teaching others.
At Global Leadership Academy Southwest, students set out on learning excursions because the charter school leadership believes the best learning happens outside the classroom.
ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
If you buy the historic mansion, it would have to be moved to a new location. The 190-year-old mansion is also in very bad shape.
Fanta Bility, 8, was fatally shot by Sharon Hill Police in 2021 at Academy Park High School's football field.
The 4-year-old was placed in critical condition at Jefferson-Torresdale Hospital and will be airlifted to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia once he's stable.
The Philadelphia region can expect temperatures to warm up this week, and conditions will get more humid as the week progresses. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
The Red Cross said it's assisting 30 displaced people, but that number could go up to 40.