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Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik announced she was resigning on Wednesday. The announcement came months after she was criticized for her handling of antisemitism on campus and protests in response to the Israel-Hamas war.
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
The NYPD took dozens of protesters at Columbia University into custody Tuesday night.
The NYPD took dozens of protesters at Columbia University into custody Tuesday night. This comes after demonstrators forced their way into a university building and locked themselves inside.
Groups at the encampment on the University of Pennsylvania's campus have been warned they're trespassing, but protestors say they won't move until their demands are met. At Swarthmore College, school administrators say they're working with student organizers to bring the encampment there to a peaceful end.
Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.
Columbia University protesters have set up a new demonstration at Hamilton Hall, a building demonstrators occupied during 1968 anti-Vietnam war protests.
Tensions rose on the Columbia University campus as pro-Palestinian protesters refused to comply with a deadline to pack up their encampment.
Protesters nationwide are demanding that their schools divest from companies they say are enabling the Israel-Hamas war as officials say outside agitators "spew hate and antisemitism."
Pro-Palestinian student protests against the war in Gaza, including high-profile demonstrations at Columbia and NYU, led to responses in the Philadelphia area. As students at the University of Pennsylvania celebrate Passover, many can't help but fear for their friends' safety at other campuses after months of unrest following Hamas' attack on Israel on Oct. 7. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
Amid protests at Columbia University and other schools, University of Pennsylvania students talked to CBS News Philadelphia about the culture on campus and antisemitism ahead of Passover, which begins Monday night.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
The 17-year-old Norristown area high school student was accepted to a total of seven Ivy League schools and six other colleges.
He was reported missing one week ago on March 19 as per a report placed by his parents.
A student from Columbia University in New York, John Paul Mester, has been missing since Monday, March 19 as per a report placed by his parents.
Can diet have an impact on whether we develop Alzheimer's or other forms of demetia? The answer is a resounding yes.
According to a study by researchers at Columbia University, chocolate may help your memory.
Although some people seem to thrive on conflict, many of us prefer not to deal with it, and thus squander any opportunities it presents. Correcting that is where a helpful new book comes in.
Fran Dougherty led Penn (7-19, 4-8) with 16 points and seven boards. Miles Jackson-Cartwright added 10 points.
According to a new study from the Teachers College at Columbia University, the vast majority of students in community college would rather take their classes in person as opposed to online.
Columbia coach Kyle Smith won't admit to holding any special potion over Villanova. It just seems that way. Smith was on the coaching staff of St. Mary's when the Gaels upset Villanova to reach the Sweet 16 in 2010.
A new study from Columbia University finds people who follow the Mediterranean diet have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
National data collection systems count only those who finish college where they started in expected time - 4-6 years for a bachelor's degree and 2-3 years for an associate's. However, many more students do eventually get degrees.
Doug Lynch, vice dean of Penn's Graduate School of Education, quit after being accused of making false claims that he'd earned his doctorate degree.
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
A 21-year-old Phoenixville man faces charges including first-degree murder in connection with the death of Daniel Gray.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
President-elect Donald Trump will meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday after Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the race for U.S. president.
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
A 21-year-old Phoenixville man faces charges including first-degree murder in connection with the death of Daniel Gray.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
A fire on Neversink Mountain in Reading, Pennsylvania is drawing fire crews to Berks County and may last over a week.
Saturday will be another dry day however the winds will not be as strong and the humidity levels will not be quite as low.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say two people were taken into custody and a woman was shot during a road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
Saturday will be another dry day however the winds will not be as strong and the humidity levels will not be quite as low.
Firefighters are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning, meaning conditions are ripe for more wildfires.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
This brave teen's Delaware medical team agreed with her reasoning that life with a prosthetic would be better than the limitations she faced with her leg.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy, including deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally, when he assumes office in 2025.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
This brave teen's Delaware medical team agreed with her reasoning that life with a prosthetic would be better than the limitations she faced with her leg.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
LeBron James had his second triple-double of the season as the Lakers extended the 76ers' miserable start.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
Some big changes are coming to the Phillies' front office, with Sam Fuld and Preston Mattingly each receiving promotions.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
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.
Sunday will start out chilly in the morning and temperatures will turn seasonable in the afternoon. Our region will finally see some rain late Sunday afternoon into the evening. But that much-needed rain will likely make road conditions a little slick. Our NEXT Weather team has the latest forecast to keep you prepared and protected.
Another wildfire breaks out in our area. This time in Berks County not far from a residential area. Some people have returned to their homes on Saturday after being asked to evacuate. The fire happened on Neversink Mountain in Reading. Eva Andersen talked to residents.
A man was charged with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
The Chester County District Attorney's Office placed Ellen Greenberg's case in "inactive" status after finding there was not enough evidence to support her family's contention that Ellen was murdered.
Police are investigating a fatal shooting at a gas station on Broad Street and Windrim Avenue in the Logan section of Philadelphia. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza.