Philly leaders mark Transgender Day of Visibility with flag-raising ceremony
The event at Philadelphia City Hall aimed at promoting visibility, equity and community empowerment.
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The event at Philadelphia City Hall aimed at promoting visibility, equity and community empowerment.
City leaders and advocates gathered at City Hall on Monday to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility with a flag-raising ceremony aimed at promoting visibility, equity and community empowerment.
Rep. Sarah McBride, who represents Delaware, said that she appears "to live rent-free in the minds of some of my Republican colleagues" in response to a heated exchange about her gender during a hearing this week.
The new policy removes references to gender — replacing them with references to a student athlete's biological sex.
The military announced in a social media post on Friday that it will no longer allow transgender people to enlist.
The issue was a political lightning rod during the 2024 campaign, with Republicans spending tens of millions of dollars on ads focusing on transgender rights issues.
A Philadelphia activist says the trans community is bracing for what could come next under the Trump administration.
A Philadelphia activist says the trans community is bracing for what could be next after President Trump signed an executive order declaring that the U.S. government will officially recognize only two genders — male and female.
Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride has become the target of South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace, who introduced a resolution to prevent trans women from using the women's restroom on Capitol Hill.
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina introduced legislation Monday to change House rules to prohibit transgender women from using women's bathrooms and other facilities on Capitol Hill, a proposal that comes just before the House prepares to swear-in the first openly transgender member of Congress.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
In 2020, Sarah McBride made history as the first transgender person ever elected to a state senate seat. Now, the Delaware Democrat is running for Congress.
nadeen "mothasistah" herring has written two books as a resource to help others celebrate transgender loved ones.
People in Mercer County are calling for the killing of a transgender teenager to be prosecuted as a hate crime.
Naiymah Sanchez has made it her mission to support the trans community in Philadelphia. For the 40-year-old, her work is a reflection of her lived experience.
Naiymah Sanchez has made it her mission to support the trans community in Philadelphia. For the 40-year-old, her work is a reflection of her lived experience.
One small business stepped up to fight hate against the transgender community and ended up starting a global movement.
An increasing number of trans men and women are becoming parents and growing families. Doctors say trans people having biological children is now a routine part of medicine.
Every year trans people, advocates and their allies observe Trans Day of Remembrance to honor the lives lost to hate crimes.
Many doctors, mental health specialists and medical groups have argued that treatments for transgender youth are safe and beneficial, though rigorous long-term research is lacking.
The space will focus on emergency shelter and wellness services in particular for trans women of color.
Kerri Corrado reports.
An Ohio judge refused to allow Leigh and Kylen Whitaker's attempt to change their 15-year-old's name from Heidi to Elliott.
A Southwood High School senior is fighting back against her principal after he said her senior pictures violate the school's dress code.
Trump released an order Friday night banning most transgender troops from serving in military except under "limited circumstances."
Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday at an ancient church in Rome following a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Here's what to know and how to watch.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday at an ancient church in Rome following a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Here's what to know and how to watch.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
A Bucks County man faces additional charges after more victims came forward, officials say.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
Century Bakery in Bridgeton, New Jersey, is asking customers who wear strong perfumes or colognes to use their drive-thru instead of ordering inside the store.
Joseph Kling, 19, is charged with arson in the Ocean County, N.J. wildfire that has scorched more than 15,000 acres.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is now considered a case of arson sparked by an unattended bonfire, authorities say.
Donations are pouring in after equipment was stolen from the Camden County NJ Miracle League, which serves children and adults with disabilities.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
April 26 has officially become known as Diabetic Eye Screening Day in Pennsylvania. There will be free screenings to help prevent vision loss for people with diabetes.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Crozer Health hospitals in Delaware County began diverting patients and closing their emergency departments Wednesday morning.
With Prospect Medical Holdings set to close Crozer Health, Riddle Hospital says it's ready for the increase in patients.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Former Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter was selected third overall in the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday night by the New York Giants.
Thousands of athletes from around the world competed in a variety of events at Franklin Field on Day 1 of the 2025 Penn Relays.
The 2025 NFL draft is underway. Track every pick by the Philadelphia Eagles here.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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.
Day 2 of the Penn Relays is already in full swing with electric energy as the high school girls' teams hit the track. Friday marks the first day of the high school girls' events and the start of the Boys' Championship of America. Our Wakisha Bailey spent the morning at Franklin Field talking with some of the athletes. Here's what they had to say about this year's experience.
The Eagles traded up to select University of Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell with the 31st overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft Thursday night. Campbell will join a Philadelphia defense that was ranked No. 1 last season in their first year under Vic Fangio and won the Super Bowl.
Eagles general manager Howie Roseman and head coach Nick Sirianni hold a press conference after Philadelphia traded up to select Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell with the 31st overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
Layoffs are the latest step in the shutdown of the Delaware County Crozer Health system. While in the city, SEPTA police are starting a new fare evasion enforcement blitz on Friday. CBS News Philadelphia Anchor Jim Donovan has the top headlines for the Philadelphia area, and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast for Friday, April 25, 2025.
Showers and thunderstorms will move into the Philadelphia region overnight. A second batch of storms is also expected to move through the area late Saturday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast this Friday, April 25.