Temple Owls Coach Fran Dunphy Takes An Inspirational Shave
Basketball coach Fran Dunphy shaved off his mustache after promising former player Dionte Christmas he would if the young man finished his degree.
Basketball coach Fran Dunphy shaved off his mustache after promising former player Dionte Christmas he would if the young man finished his degree.
October is "Philly Plays Scrabble Month," and game events are being held at various schools and recreation centers around the city.
"We commit as a commission to work in a transparent and efficient manner. That's going to be extremely important. We have to get the public's respect and trust in this process," Pritchett said.
Governor Corbett says he will soon have something to say on the subject of school voucher legislation, but he's giving more indications transportation funding may not be addressed this fall as was expected.
During the early stage of demolition of Matheson Hall, at 32nd and Market Streets, workers found a metal box, tightly sealed against the ravages of time, behind a date plate.
The help comes in two forms: The mayor's Chief Education Officer Lori Shorr and former district Chief Academic Officer Ed Williams will each serve as executive advisers to acting superintendent Lee Nunery during the search for a permanent superintendent.
The problem runs from a young age (Hispanic children are less likely to be enrolled in pre-school) to adulthood (Latinos have less than half the percentage of post-secondary degrees as the overall population), according to this new study by the College Board.
A novel idea is coming to one South Jersey school: enroll simultaneously in two higher education institutions to earn that bachelors degree.
Camden Catholic High School has experienced the same enrollment declines as other area Catholic schools, but they're seeing a boom in the number of foreign students attending the school.
Nearly 11 percent of Philadelphians have diabetes; close to three percent higher than the national average, according to the American Diabetes Association.
It was Financial Planning Day in the City of Philadelphia and an event at Ben Franklin High School was designed to ensure more citizens manage their money more effectively especially during this harsh economic climate.
The Pennsylvania Historical Society has unveiled an historical marker in front of 221 Market Street to commemorate the original volunteer firefighters in the city of Philadelphia.
The report issued by the non-profit Complete College America, includes data from 33 states. In Pennsylvania, 32 percent of full-time students and just over 6 percent of part-time students reached a bachelor's degree in four years.
A Pennsylvania Department of Education spokesman says statewide math and reading assessment scores improved slightly but fewer schools in the state made "adequate yearly progress" based on the No Child Left Behind law.
Carolyn Trymbiski has avoided a prison sentence after admitting that she stole several thousand dollars from a fellow teacher at Groveland Elementary School in Plumstead.
Organizers say seniors need to know that a scammer could be lurking on the other end of the phone, or online, or even sorting through their trash.
One year after the suicide of Rutgers student Tyler Clementi, the fight against cyber-bullying hasn't lost any steam. One man is on a mission to stop cyber-bullying one school at a time.
Joe Eastman is a retired military man and a volunteer tutor at the Center for Literacy in Philadelphia.
The a capella group "The Arrhythmias" is made up of a dozen students in such demanding fields as medicine, pharmacy, and doctoral studies at Jefferson Medical College.
A teenager, who made national headlines earlier this year when a cell phone video of him being bullied by several teenagers near his Upper Darby home went viral on the Internet, is now speaking out in an effort to help others.
Amid complaints from residents that students are running amok, the city councilman representing the neighborhood around Temple University wants to expand the area in which student housing is prohibited.
The former head of the School Reform Commission pressured a non-profit to back-out of a deal to run Martin Luther King High, in favor of a politically-connected firm.
Late Tuesday, sources told Eyewitness News, a second victim came forward in the case against a popular South Philadelphia baseball coach.
Police say members of the school's cross-country team found the weapons cache on Monday as they warmed up for a meet on a trail near the school.
Pritchett is currently the chancellor of Rutgers University's Camden campus, and a former deputy chief of staff for Nutter.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
In his latest book, Bob Woodward delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House during the Russia-Ukraine war and Israel's conflict against Hamas and Hezbollah, as well as new information about Trump and Putin.
A Pennsylvania judge has blocked Penn State's Board of Trustees from voting to remove a member who is suing the board over access to financial information.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
A Pennsylvania judge has blocked Penn State's Board of Trustees from voting to remove a member who is suing the board over access to financial information.
Skies will be sunny and the weather will be in the low 80s on Sunday, making this a perfect day to head to the pumpkin patch.
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
A hit-and-run outside the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in West Philadelphia injured three nurses who were trying to help a shooting victim who was dropped off overnight Saturday.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
A hit-and-run outside the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in West Philadelphia injured three nurses who were trying to help a shooting victim who was dropped off overnight Saturday.
A ceremonial signing was held Saturday for the deal that will send the SS United States from Philadelphia to Florida.
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
A fire company in Central Pennsylvania said nearly a dozen people got sick from mushrooms in Peach Bottom Township.
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
A 15-year-old said he saw smoke and knew something wasn't right. After further investigation, he found a wildfire along a trail and took action by calling 911 and his grandmother.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The NAACP is calling for the removal of the man who runs the New Jersey State Police after the state attorney general released a scathing report about the institution.
Gillian's Wonderland Pier, an Ocean City, New Jersey, institution for nearly a century, will close for good after this weekend.
The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that spread to at least 14 cars in a parking area in Bridgeville Saturday afternoon.
Police say a school bus driver abandoned about 10 Newark Charter School students at a wrong stop in Delaware.
The Delaware National Guard and New Jersey National Guard activated nearly 200 service members and dozens of vehicles to help with Florida's Hurricane Milton response.
Ticketmaster is claiming some of its customers' digital tickets are being stolen through email scams. Here's what they told CBS News Philadelphia after we reached out.
Dockworkers began picketing at the Port of Philadelphia Tuesday after the International Longshoremen's Association announced the union would go on strike.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The School District of Philadelphia says nearly 200 schools were impacted by a meat and poultry recall due to possible listeria contamination.
A Philadelphia teenager has overcome mental health issues and created a clothing brand that spreads a positive message.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
One outer lane of the New Jersey Turnpike northbound is blocked Friday morning after a crash involving multiple tractor-trailers.
NJ Transit says service on the River Line light rail has reopened after a train struck a car on Friday morning.
A police chase led to a crash on I-95 near Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia officials presented a plan for protected bike lanes to a Center City residents' organization on Tuesday.
Work is nearly complete on an extension of the Schuylkill River Trail, which will connect its original ending point at Christian Street to the Grays Ferry Crescent.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
An early third-period goal from defenseman Cam York went unrecognized for over 10 seconds before officials blew the goal horn.
It's unclear when Ticketmaster started using a verification process for transferring tickets and whether or not it happens with every transfer.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
A high school football game between Coatesville and Downingtown East was canceled after a school bus was struck by gunfire.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
Street artist, Get Up, created the "Dancing Kelce" and his work can now be seen throughout Philly. His work even got the attention of the former Eagles center himself.
AJ Evans released "Get Up, Go Vote" on streaming platforms to encourage voters to make their voices heard.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumna: Jilly from Philly.
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.
Philadelphia-area residents might notice residual smoke from a wildfire in Medford Township, New Jersey, police are looking for a driver who dropped a gunshot victim off at Penn Presbyterian Hospital and then hit the victim and three nurses with their car, and Sunday will be warm and sunny, but colder temperatures are back Monday. More on these stories in your Digital Brief for Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.
It's never too early for a tailgate! CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei caught up with Eagles fans outside Lincoln Financial Field before Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns to see how they're feeling as the Birds come off the bye week.
Sunday sure won't feel like fall! Temperatures soar to 81 degrees in Philadelphia today with lots of sunshine. The above average temps won't stick around though – a cold front moves in overnight and will drop temperatures back into the low 60s on Monday. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your forecast.
Turning to the forecast now, it’s a nice warm-up for the weekend. Temperatures are mild Saturday night in the city and will be even warmer on Sunday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has your NEXT Weather forecast.
The SS United States is now one step closer to moving to its new home. A ceremonial signing was held on Saturday for the deal that will send the historic ocean liner to Florida. Eva Andersen reports from South Philly.