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It's the time of year when high school students begin preparing college applications. But will they be touting qualifications that will actually stand out? New research says no.
"If you asked 10 people describe ways brad was exceptional… get all different answers." Phil McGee of Cherry Hill, New Jersey wanted us to know what his brother Brad was all about.
State police in Delaware say a high school student was arrested on Tuesday, November 3 for bringing a handgun into the John Dickinson High School in Wilmington.
The Auroras are produced by the sun's emission of highly energized electrons into space.
Vultures are perching all over homes in Felton, Delaware's Chimney Hill neighborhood.
Police say the victim was on top of the silo cleaning its inside walls when he fell approximately 30 feet.
Exactly 168 years after he was convicted, a black man who lost his own freedom to help others escape slavery was posthumously pardoned Monday by Delaware's governor.
ven if you've never won anything in your life, you may want to buy a Powerball ticket or two before Saturday. The jackpot is now up to an estimated $127,000,000.
Halloween can be seriously dangerous for the millions of children who have allergies. Many of them can't have Halloween candy. The Teal Pumpkin Project is making sure they don't get left out of the fun.
Have your old credit cards been replaced yet with the new type that have a microchip? If not, you're not alone. 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan tells us that scam artists are trying to cash-in on the delay in people receiving them.
Lehigh County authorities say a 24-year-old man has been charged in the death of his estranged wife. Gordon H. Rohrbaugh, of Berks County, was charged with one count criminal homicide in the death of 26-year-old Jillian H. Rohrbaugh.
Authorities in Delaware have announced the indictment of a Wilmington Police Officer.
Power outages are being reported after a line of strong storms moved across the area.
A glorious fall weekend looms, but first we have to get over a minor speed bump that stands in the way.
Thursday will be a gorgeous day that could be considered one of the nicest of 2015.
Despite Joaquin's out to sea track, the entire Delaware Valley has been enduring heavy rain and gusty winds associated with a stalled front off the Mid-Atlantic Coast.
Power outages are being reported as a storm system moves across the region.
Hurricane Joaquin is a Category 4 Hurricane with winds of 130 mph.
The Tri-state Congressional Delegation expressed surprise when House Speaker John Boehner announced his decision Friday to step down.
A lunar eclipse will take place this coming weekend, and this one will have a "super" twist.
The first day of fall will be a warm one, with a high near 80.
Red Paw Emergency Relief Team founder Jen Leary says when you rehearse your escape plan with your human family, make sure you include your critters.
Sunshine will continue to rule the sky today as dominant high pressure is in place.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia '90s music and who has become a global brand.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia 90s music and who has become a global brand.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia '90s music and who has become a global brand.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
Philadelphia police are investigating four shootings, including three that happened in West Philly over the weekend.
William Loevner, from Pittsburgh, and Katie Florio, a native of Philadelphia, were the top elite finishers at the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Eagles will look to extend their winning streak to seven games tonight against the Rams on Sunday Night Football at SoFi Stadium.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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.
Between Monday and Wednesday, 250,000 people are expected to travel through Philadelphia International Airport as winter storms are forecast to sweep across the country this week.
Monday is a great to get Thanksgiving travel started early, with sunshine across the region, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s. While the Delaware Valley will stay too warm for snow, meteorologist Kate Bilo says two storm systems could impact your holiday travel plans.
Fashion designer Avee Charles says her clothes are inspired by 90s music and her Philadelphia neo-soul upbringing. Her contemporary brand, called AVEEATION, was one of the newest designers featured during New York Fashion Week.
Thousands of runners descended on Philadelphia this week for the 2024 marathon, half-marathon and 8K races. One of those runners told CBS News Philadelphia that he's on a mission to run a marathon in all 50 states this year – and Philadelphia checked number 48 off his list.
Residents of at least one apartment building are out of their homes and part of Girard Avenue is still closed n both directions between 4th and 5th streets after a water main break sent mud and water flowing through multiple streets in Philadelphia Sunday. The flooding happened near the intersection of 4th Street and Girard Avenue in the Northern Liberties section of the city.