Penn researchers turn food scraps into building materials
A pioneering project at the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design is working to create environmentally friendly alternatives to concrete and epoxy.
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A pioneering project at the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design is working to create environmentally friendly alternatives to concrete and epoxy.
Researchers at Penn in Philadelphia are using food scraps to build the future of sustainable architecture and engineering. CBS News Philadelphia's Marcella Baietto reports.
Canvas, a system used by thousands of schools and universities, including the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers, was offline Thursday due to a cyberattack, creating chaos as students tried to study for finals.
The historic competition is bringing many talented track and field athletes to Philadelphia for the 130th Penn Relays.
Thousands of high school, college, professional and Special Olympics athletes will compete at the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field from April 23-26.
The Trump administration has called microplastics a "human health threat." The tiny fragments are found in the air, water, food and even clothing.
In Philadelphia, the University of Pennsylvania has a microplastics lab that's working on creating new detection methods and ways to clean up the potential toxins.
Central High School rower Cypress Kaulbach overcame doubts about her size to enjoy a collegiate career at the University of Pennsylvania.
Central High School graduate Cypress Kaulbach overcame doubts about her size to enjoy a collegiate rowing career at the University of Pennsylvania. Krystle Rich reports.
A university spokesperson said in an emailed response that the school is committed to confronting antisemitism and all forms of discrimination and has "taken multiple steps to prevent and address these despicable events." Penn plans to appeal.
A federal judge has ordered Penn to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
Penn was knocked out of March Madness after losing to Illinois, but students are already looking forward to next season.
The last time the Penn men's basketball team won a game in the NCAA Tournament, not a single current player was born. The Quakers hope to change that vs. Illinois in the first round.
TJ Power scored an Ivy Madness-record 44 points and Cam Thrower hit five clutch points in overtime, lifting Pennsylvania to an 88-84 victory over Yale to win the Ivy Legue championship.
The Villanova and Penn men's basketball teams are back in the Big Dance after years of Philadelphia not being represented in the NCAA Tournament.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
A University of Pennsylvania student is using her own family's experience with cancer to donate books to children undergoing treatment at a hospital in North Philadelphia. Marcella Baietto reports.
Liz Magill resigned in 2023 after testifying before a House Committee investigating how antisemitic incidents were handled on college campuses.
The invention of ENIAC in Philadelphia sparked countless technological innovations.
Pieces of ENIAC, the world's first general purpose electronic computer, are on display at the University of Pennsylvania's engineering school. Nikki Dementri chats with Dean Vijay Kumar and shares more about Penn Engineering making history in 1946.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Reporter Pat Gallen caught up with the University of Pennsylvania women's basketball team to get answers to a "Gallen of Questions."
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
Penn will take on Villanova in the men's championship game at the Big 5 Classic this year, while on the women's side, Villanova will play St. Joseph's for city bragging rights.
Ray Priore is stepping down as the University of Pennsylvania's head football coach, the school announced Monday.
Due to rising electricity supply costs, PECO customers can expect to see their bills rise again in June 2026.
Police say someone ordered a pizza to a vacant unit in a public housing complex and then shot and killed a delivery driver.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Friends identified the missing swimmer as Carlos Manuel, a Philadelphia barber.
Law enforcement will now be able to issue tickets to people who are using cell phones behind the wheel in Pennsylvania.
Police say someone ordered a pizza to a vacant unit in a public housing complex and then shot and killed a delivery driver.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
On Day 2 of the heat wave, highs will likely be in the mid-90s in the Philadelphia region.
Friends identified the missing swimmer as Carlos Manuel, a Philadelphia barber.
Law enforcement will now be able to issue tickets to people who are using cell phones behind the wheel in Pennsylvania.
Due to rising electricity supply costs, PECO customers can expect to see their bills rise again in June 2026.
Police say someone ordered a pizza to a vacant unit in a public housing complex and then shot and killed a delivery driver.
Friends identified the missing swimmer as Carlos Manuel, a Philadelphia barber.
Drivers across Pennsylvania who use a handheld cellphone behind the wheel can now face fines under Paul Miller's Law.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
After a controversial paid parking ordinance was recently repealed and rescinded, Diamond Beach residents are taking a stand again.
The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on a United Airlines plane that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike in May.
Protesters and Newark police clashed Wednesday night outside Delaney Hall, just one day after a 9 p.m. curfew was lifted outside the ICE detention center in Newark.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month as the Phillies beat the Padres 6-4 Thursday to complete a season sweep.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak ended, but J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Padres, 3-2, at Citizens Bank Park.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless innings streak ended Wednesday night vs. the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning.
Some Philadelphia city councilmembers are urging event organizers to get training about immigration enforcement before the World Cup.
One day after receiving a video tribute during his return to Philadelphia, Nick Castellanos appears to be out of a job again.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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.
Organizers of the 2026 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival on Friday unfurled a 1,000-foot Pride flag that will be on display in locations all around the city. Josh Sanders talks with Tyrell Brown, founder and CEO of Philly Pride 365.
Featuring dazzling displays and one-of-a-kind lanterns, the Chinese Lantern Festival is back in Philadelphia's Franklin Square. Wakisha Bailey reports.
A new adaptive playground that honors the memories of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau has now opened at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, New Jersey — the school where their mother Jane has worked for 40 years.
NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo says to be ready for a hot, humid weekend with possible showers. It won't be a washout in the Philadelphia area, but there could be some thunderstorms Saturday night.
If you can sign up with a cheaper energy supplier, you may be able to save money on your PECO electric bill. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with ways to save.