"Very blessed": Norristown high school student accepted to 7 Ivy League schools
The 17-year-old Norristown area high school student was accepted to a total of seven Ivy League schools and six other colleges.
The 17-year-old Norristown area high school student was accepted to a total of seven Ivy League schools and six other colleges.
He was reported missing one week ago on March 19 as per a report placed by his parents.
A student from Columbia University in New York, John Paul Mester, has been missing since Monday, March 19 as per a report placed by his parents.
Can diet have an impact on whether we develop Alzheimer's or other forms of demetia? The answer is a resounding yes.
According to a study by researchers at Columbia University, chocolate may help your memory.
Although some people seem to thrive on conflict, many of us prefer not to deal with it, and thus squander any opportunities it presents. Correcting that is where a helpful new book comes in.
Fran Dougherty led Penn (7-19, 4-8) with 16 points and seven boards. Miles Jackson-Cartwright added 10 points.
According to a new study from the Teachers College at Columbia University, the vast majority of students in community college would rather take their classes in person as opposed to online.
Columbia coach Kyle Smith won't admit to holding any special potion over Villanova. It just seems that way. Smith was on the coaching staff of St. Mary's when the Gaels upset Villanova to reach the Sweet 16 in 2010.
A new study from Columbia University finds people who follow the Mediterranean diet have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
National data collection systems count only those who finish college where they started in expected time - 4-6 years for a bachelor's degree and 2-3 years for an associate's. However, many more students do eventually get degrees.
Doug Lynch, vice dean of Penn's Graduate School of Education, quit after being accused of making false claims that he'd earned his doctorate degree.
Fran Dougherty made a layup off a three-quarter court alley-oop pass with 1 second remaining in overtime and Pennsylvania edged Columbia 61-59 on Saturday night.
A Harvard study of Florida schools suggests middle school education my be underserving students and risking their ability to graduate.
Two of the three team undefeated in Ivy League play will battle on Saturday afternoon at Franklin Field, as the Penn Quakers host Yale.
A study conducted by Columbia University researchers reveals neighborhoods where children have a high rate of asthma are twice as likely to have antibodies combating cockroach protein in their blood, meaning they were exposed to the bug and probably allergic.
The Ultimate Block Party, along with Disney, Crayola, Lego and researchers from Columbia University and MIT, are celebrating play and pushing against the belief that education only takes place when kids are in seats, staring at chalkboards and taking notes.
Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom in the coming days, about two to three weeks earlier usually for cherry tree season.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
CBS News analysis shows most federal traffic safety grants go to planning projects, rather than actual construction. Critics say slow progress contributes to rising deaths on America's roads.
NBA officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers' 108-107 win over Philadelphia Wednesday that would've sent Kelly Oubre Jr. to the line for a chance to win the game.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after was struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday morning. After two days of searching for six missing people and finding the bodies of two, attention has turned to clearing the waterway.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after was struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday morning. After two days of searching for six missing people and finding the bodies of two, attention has turned to clearing the waterway.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
Rain in the weather forecast has forced the Philadelphia Phillies to postpone their Opening Day game against the Atlanta Braves to Friday.
PhilaPort officials said they have the capacity and already have several diversions scheduled from Baltimore. A spokesperson for the port says they stand ready to help in any way they can.
Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom in the coming days, about two to three weeks earlier usually for cherry tree season.
Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom in the coming days, about two to three weeks earlier usually for cherry tree season.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
NBA officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers' 108-107 win over Philadelphia Wednesday that would've sent Kelly Oubre Jr. to the line for a chance to win the game.
Requiring Pennsylvania mail-in voters to fill out their ballots with the proper date does not run afoul of the Civil Rights Act, a federal appeals court ruled.
Eustace Wolfington said he wanted to help make a movie about Frances Cabrini that is universal, not a fairytale.
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
The Battleship New Jersey is now docked in South Philadelphia after it was towed down the Delaware River for the second time in less than a week on Wednesday.
For some people, going over large bridges brings a sense of fear, but help is available.
The winning $1.13 billion ticket was sold at a ShopRite down the Jersey Shore. Lottery officials are now waiting for the lucky winner to come forward, as customers congratulate whoever it was.
Wednesday started off dry but showers are going to filter in heading into the afternoon and evening - with all eyes on a potentially rainy home opener for Phillies
Showers will continue on and off over the course of the day but wrap up across the Delaware Valley by midnight. Skies clear for the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day Friday, but it'll be windy at Citizens Bank Park.
Zeke Clark, 4, has a prosthetic leg after he was involved in a horrific lawnmower accident. His family said throwing out the first pitch is a "once-in-a-lifetime chance."
Wednesday started off dry but showers are going to filter in heading into the afternoon and evening - with all eyes on a potentially rainy home opener for Phillies
Two 14-year-olds were arrested for their role in a fire that started inside of a Newark, Delaware Acme grocery store. The damages from the fire are estimated to be about $250,000.
The Philadelphia area will see increasing cloud cover Tuesday, but the area will remain dry until showers return through the day on Wednesday.
Virtual nurses generally focus on areas such as patient outreach and education, admissions and discharge instructions allowing their counterparts to be more hands-on at the bedside.
Larry Krasner filed a lawsuit against nearly 20 pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers for conspiring to inflate the price of insulin that's used to control blood sugar levels.
Once Alaha Abdul Faruq is done with medical school, she hopes to go back to Afghanistan and open up a clinic there to provide health care to communities.
The latest report from the Alzheimer's Association finds caregivers are facing increasing stress.
Michael Hutkin, a lifelong Phillies fan, was first inspired at Connie Mack Stadium and no, he didn't want to play baseball. He wanted to join a different crew.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on Tuesday after a container ship hit a column on the bridge. Now the Port of Baltimore is closed and Philadelphia's port could see increased traffic.
A new study from finance website SmartAsset found a single person in Philadelphia would a salary of $92,726 per year, pre-tax, to live comfortably in the City of Brotherly Love.
Data from the federal government shows that an offshore wind power project proposed for New Jersey would have 157 turbines and be located 8.4 miles from shore at its closest point.
Mayor Reed Gusciora said he wrote a letter to Starbucks asking the company to keep its Trenton location open.
Tanya Hill-Holliday started out at a McDonald's in Baltimore, Maryland before going on to run 12 franchises in Pennsylvania.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on Tuesday after a container ship hit a column on the bridge. Now the Port of Baltimore is closed and Philadelphia's port could see increased traffic.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail trains resumed normal service Tuesday morning after signal issues that caused major delays have been resolved.
Some lanes of Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown will be closed for PennDOT to implement safety upgrades.
Here's everything you need to know about road closures, parking and public transportation ahead of the 2024 BMW Love Run Philly Half Marathon.
It's pothole season in the northeast, and as springtime nears, efforts to fix the holes ramp up. Drivers in both South Jersey and Philadelphia are doing their best to swerve away from the issue.
NBA officials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers' 108-107 win over Philadelphia Wednesday that would've sent Kelly Oubre Jr. to the line for a chance to win the game.
Psychiatrist Dr. Deanna Nobleza is the club's first-ever mental health director and one of several professionals on staff to help players and coaches manage the ups and downs of baseball.
Kawhi Leonard completed two 3-point plays late in the game then made a block at the rim on the final possession to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 108-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Zeke Clark, 4, has a prosthetic leg after he was involved in a horrific lawnmower accident. His family said throwing out the first pitch is a "once-in-a-lifetime chance."
Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse said Wednesday that there is a "good likelihood" that reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid will be back on the court before the postseason.
Eustace Wolfington said he wanted to help make a movie about Frances Cabrini that is universal, not a fairytale.
The incident allegedly occurred in February, when Swift was in Melbourne for her Eras Tour.
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
This is Diaz's second child with husband Benji Madden.
From comedy shows at The Fillmore and Punch Line Philly to rocking out at City Winery Philadelphia, the Delaware Valley will be the place you'll want to stay this weekend.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Mercy Career and Technical High School senior Taylor Houseman was one of two students selected to give a SEPTA bus a brand new look.
On this week's Focusing on the Future and the first day of Women's History Month, CBS Philadelphia talked with one high school senior who is making history.
At Cherokee High School, its Chiefs United basketball team is proving that lasting bonds go well beyond the court.
Meet the Fanny Jackson Coppin School students who voice the theme song for the new PBS Kids series "Lyla in the Loop."
A shooting in Philadelphia's Germantown section, the reopening of Jim's Steaks on South Street and a rainy weather day - Janelle Burrell has your latest morning headlines with the forecast from Andrew Kozak.
Andrew Kozak has the weather forecast for Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware where rain is expected Thursday.
How Philadelphia's port will be impacted by the Baltimore Bridge collapse, rain falling in the Philly region and Phillies fans reacting to the postponement of Opening Day are just a few of the top stories this morning on CBS News Philadelphia. Tune in for the latest news with Jim Donovan and Janelle Burrell, reporters Jasmine Payoute and Wakisha Bailey, weather from Andrew Kozak and traffic with Chris Garrett.
The Philadelphia region can expect rain overnight and Thursday morning. Conditions will be dry but windy for the Phillies' Opening Day on Friday.
The Powerball jackpot is worth $865 million.