Philly cheer team back from nationals after making history
Viewers raised money to send the George Washington High School team to nationals in Dallas, where they got 10th place in their division.
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Viewers raised money to send the George Washington High School team to nationals in Dallas, where they got 10th place in their division.
Wakisha Bailey is with the cheer team, now back home in Philadelphia as one of the best-ranking squads in the country.
The school's cheer squad is ranked 10th in the country in its division.
The George Washington High School cheer team is headed to nationals in Dallas next month and performing at Lincoln Financial Field with the Eagles cheerleaders Sunday.
The Washington Eagles and the Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders will perform together on New Year's Day at Lincoln Financial Field.
Two organizations officially merged. The new organization will be called Heights Philadelphia.
The city of Philadelphia invited the cheer team to City Hall to recognize them for becoming the first public school to compete at the National Cheerleading competition in January.
The city of Philadelphia has invited the cheer team to City Hall to be recognized.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
After the first fight, the district says some parents came to the school to discuss a mediation plan. But one parent had no intention of playing peacemaker.
Hart, who graduated in 1997, was there to talk with students about the importance of being financially responsible.
Dawkins spoke with students at George Washington High School Monday in Somerton.
An out-of-control car left a big hole on the side of George Washington High School in Philadelphia's Somerton section.
The school was placed on lockdown as police searched the premises.
The George Washington High School at 10175 Bustleton Ave. was placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon.
George Washington High School in Northeast Philadelphia has been around since 1962, but this school year things are going to be a little different.
Police say they found a total of $280 worth of marijuana in the suspect's vehicle and home.
Philadelphia's George Washington High School is striving to change the culture in the classrooms and the hallways this year.
Parents and teachers band together to shake up a Philadelphia high school plagued by fights and unruly students.
After two and a half years at George Washington High, principal Gene Jones has been reassigned to a non-school location.
A 41-year-old teacher at George Washington High School has facial injuries and a possible concussion after police say he was attacked by three students in his classroom Monday morning.
Parents, students and staff are coming together to discuss violence at Philadelphia's George Washington High School. The meeting follows a fight at the school last week that sent one teen to the hospital.
After 31 seasons at George Washington High School, football coach Ron Cohen is retiring.
Chopper 3 over George Washington High School in the 10000 block of Bustleton Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Make a child's holiday shine a little brighter by donating to CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing Toy Drive. The toy drive benefits The Salvation Army and Mothers In Charge.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Miles Pfeffer, the suspect accused of killing Temple police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald, was stabbed in a Philadelphia prison.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Mayor Cherelle Parker will appear at a SEPTA station Friday morning to make an announcement.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
High elevation areas like the Poconos get the most snow, but a few flakes could fly close to Philadelphia.
Make a child's holiday shine a little brighter by donating to CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing Toy Drive. The toy drive benefits The Salvation Army and Mothers In Charge.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Make a child's holiday shine a little brighter by donating to CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing Toy Drive. The toy drive benefits The Salvation Army and Mothers In Charge.
Miles Pfeffer, the suspect accused of killing Temple police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald, was stabbed in a Philadelphia prison.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Host Ashley Harder takes a ride on the Stourbridge Line and visits Honesdale, Pennsylvania, tucked away within the Pocono Mountains and offering new tastes and experiences all year round.
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.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
New Jersey State Police say the "Big Rusty" wildfire that burned in Hainesport, New Jersey is under investigation as suspicious.
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.
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.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
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.
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.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
DeVonta Smith has dealt with a hamstring injury over the last few weeks. His status for Sunday's game against the Rams is unclear.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said.
Hysier Miller is under investigation by federal authorities after a watchdog group flagged a Temple men's basketball game last season for unusual betting activity.
If it were up to Darius Slay, "elite" Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell would win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
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.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service has arrived in the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
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.
Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant joins Gallen of Questions to discuss Jalen Hurts, rookie Cooper Dejean's impact and more.
The runner bibs are ready for pickup for the 37,000 participants of the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon.
The 19-year-old man accused of murdering Temple University police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald was stabbed in a Pennsylvania prison, sources told CBS News Philadelphia.
World War II veteran Tim Kiniry recently traveled back to Normandy, France on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. He just celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French embassy in Washington, Wakisha Bailey reports.
Sen. Bob Casey has conceded to Republican Dave McCormick in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania.