Philly Schools Funding Proposal Causing Widespread Consternation
Mayor Nutter says he's concerned that the proposed graduated split in sales tax proceeds would need approval from the state General Assembly.
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Mayor Nutter says he's concerned that the proposed graduated split in sales tax proceeds would need approval from the state General Assembly.
The district projects it will have 800 more elementary school students in the next six years. And with an aging infrastructure, it needed to find a way to bring their education into the 21st century.
The Philadelphia school funding crisis was coming to a head in City Council as the Council president introduced a bailout plan that neither the mayor, state lawmakers, nor school advocates are likely to embrace.
It's taken nearly two weeks, but finally the Coatsville Area School District is opening up about its response to the discovery of heroin at Caln Elementary School.
City councilman Wilson Goode Jr. is accusing the Nutter administration of ignoring the needs of the school district by opposing his plan to scale back the city's ten-year property tax abatement.
Students from Roman Catholic and a delegation from Hallahan High School turned on the charm as Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia entered Roman's gym at Broad and Vine Streets.
Former UC Berkeley Chancellor Robert Birgeneau, a champion of students in the country illegally, had been scheduled to speak at Haverford College's ceremony in the suburbs of Philadelphia, but was opposed over the use of force by university police during the Occupy movement. He backed out of the speech on Monday.
A local mother and her daughter graduate from college together.
It's a move drawing a lot of concern from parents and students.
M. Night Shyamalan's book, "I Got Schooled," outlines five practices he says data show will improve school performance.
One sunny day in July, 1996, Beth Simonetti Gallelli's son went to Pennypack Creek with a high-spirited friend who fell in while clowning around, and got swept away.
Some Temple University students are helping a Bucks County charity "piece" together a fundraiser to raise money for autism.
The Mayes College at the University of the Sciences in University City has received a $2 million gift from an alumnus.
A federal judge has given a preliminary okay to a settlement that ensures that autistic children won't be shuffled from school to school without parents being given advance notice.
At a prayer service they join the call to bring back the 267 girls, pulled from their beds in a boarding school by Islamic militants.
Inventor and businessman Dave Reichwein, who has a son with autism, helped make this Devereaux program possible with a donation.
A team from Penn State University has won a national contest for designing and building the best small wind turbine.
Lori Shorr, the mayor's chief education officer, admits the city hasn't quite reached the mayor's graduation rate goal.
Temple University's Associate Director Student Financial Services Kimberly Benns says this means students have to borrow smarter.
Pennsylvania prosecutors have filed charges against a principal and four teachers, accusing them of cheating on standardized tests in the Philadelphia school system.
One parent can't believe the cheating allegations against the principal and four other teachers, one of whom was a teacher here when she was a student.
A Connecticut man has pleaded guilty in federal court in Philadelphia to charges of running an international diploma "mill" for nearly a decade.
Discussion in the state House over whether schools should post the national motto – "In God We Trust" -- turned into a debate about funding for Philadelphia schools yesterday afternoon.
The travel expenses, entry fees, lodging, and more have been paid for by donations from the community.
All PATCO service was suspended on Wednesday morning due to a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation.
Police sources say a suspect is in custody in the abduction of Kada Scott, who went missing in Philadelphia earlier this month.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
A homicide investigation is underway after a Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a rowhome in Holmesburg.
One person was killed after Philadelphia police say a stolen SUV crashed along Cheltenham Avenue and North 2nd Street, Tuesday night.
All PATCO service was suspended on Wednesday morning due to a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation.
Police sources say a suspect is in custody in the abduction of Kada Scott, who went missing in Philadelphia earlier this month.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
Lawyers for Ellen Greenberg's family said they're asking state or federal law enforcement to launch its own investigation after the city of Philadelphia once again ruled it a suicide.
A homicide investigation is underway after a Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a rowhome in Holmesburg.
All PATCO service was suspended on Wednesday morning due to a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation.
Police sources say a suspect is in custody in the abduction of Kada Scott, who went missing in Philadelphia earlier this month.
A homicide investigation is underway after a Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a rowhome in Holmesburg.
One person was killed after Philadelphia police say a stolen SUV crashed along Cheltenham Avenue and North 2nd Street, Tuesday night.
A 67-year-old man is in critical condition after he was shot at the Bernice Arms Senior Apartments, Philadelphia police say.
All PATCO service was suspended on Wednesday morning due to a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
The New Jersey governor election is coming up on Nov. 4, and Tuesday is the last day to register to change your registration status.
Towns in the Jersey Shore are scrambling to rebuild after their beaches took a beating following the nor'easter that moved through the East Coast.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
The significant coastal storm continues to impact the Philadelphia region and Jersey Shore on Monday.
Rainy and windy Sunday, especially closer to the coast. Coastal flooding is expected at high tides.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a 16-year-old boy dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
After treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Landon Gallo is back to running and playing.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
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The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
All PATCO service was suspended on Wednesday morning due to a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation.
Here's what you need to know about the road closures and parking restrictions as Philadelphia continues its Homecoming 250 Navy and Marine Corps celebrations.
SEPTA GM Scott Sauer says the Philadelphia-based transit authority has a handle on how the fires started but hasn't uncovered what could connect them.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail service was temporarily suspended Thursday due to signal power issues.
SEPTA is facing a lawsuit that alleges its fare increases on public transportation in Philadelphia were illegal.
Bill Roth, the man behind Hip-Hop from 1998 to 2011, is training to reprise the role.
Terry Smith was named Penn State's interim head coach on Sunday when James Franklin was fired.
Philadelphia Flyers fans have renewed hope in the team with former player Rick Tocchet at the helm.
Sean Couturier's second goal lifted the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers.
Hip-Hop, the Sixers' iconic former mascot, is coming back to help celebrate the 2001 team.
Celebrities from Philly and beyond have begun paying tribute to R&B and neo-soul icon D'Angelo, who died Tuesday at 51.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
The star of "The Bear" talks about how he approached playing legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen in a new film, and what he found in common with him.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
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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.
Police are searching for the suspects that vandalized Termini Brothers Bakery in South Philadelphia. The vandalism came just days after the death of the owner, Vincent Termini Sr. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey has the latest as the family searches for answers.
Anchor Jim Donovan has the top headlines in the Philadelphia area and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Wednesday will be pleasant with highs near 70, but colder air will settle in overnight. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
A Philadelphia firefighter was found dead inside a Holmesburg rowhome, Wednesday morning, sources say. The death is being investigated as a homicide.
Philadelphia police said a stolen SUV crashed in East Oak Lane, killing one person, Tuesday night. Ross DiMattei has more on the crash investigation and arrests.