University of the Arts abruptly cancels afternoon town hall intended to address closure
Student organizers continued to fight for answers Tuesday after the University of Arts canceled a town hall about its sudden closure.
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Student organizers continued to fight for answers Tuesday after the University of Arts canceled a town hall about its sudden closure.
Students, staff and faculty protested in front of Philadelphia's University of the Arts Monday. The school, set to close this month, canceled a meeting intended to provide answers for the community.
Monday afternoon, students, staff and faculty from the University of the Arts said they're still left with no answers after the school canceled a town hall intended to provide answers following Friday's announcement of their sudden closure.
The stunning decision from Philadelphia's University of the Arts to close on June 7 left faculty and students shocked and disappointed.
Changes to FAFSA caused delays and headaches to an already aggravating process, and many Philadelphia-area seniors are still dealing with issues days out from graduation.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee had its toughest day of competition with the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
Parents gathered Thursday afternoon to push the School District of Philadelphia to allocate more money for resources to improve attendance. The parents want the school board to create a "Chief of Joy" position.
Parents gathered Thursday afternoon to push the School District of Philadelphia to allocate more money for resources to improve attendance. Marcella Baietto reports the parents want the school board to create a position called "Chief of Joy."
Girls' High alumna Jill Scott was back at her alma mater in Philadelphia on Thursday as the school and the city's Mural Arts Program unveiled a mural depicting Scott.
An Upper Darby High School senior who once struggled academically has found a path to success with help from family and teachers.
Jayden Alston, a high school senior in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, made the honor roll every semester of high school and was accepted to 20 colleges, which offered him a combined $1.4 million in merit-based scholarships. Delaware County reporter Madeleine Wright has the story.
Every week, Philadelphia high school students head to the top of the Four Seasons Hotel in Center City to play jazz music at SkyHigh bar and restaurant.
Young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities form the ingredients to be self-confident and independent at West Chester University's culinary program, Ram Chefs.
Quinta Brunson named her series "Abbott Elementary" after her former teacher, Joyce Abbott. Abbott is now honored with a mural and the office at Andrew Hamilton School was renamed after her.
Swarthmore College has moved its graduation ceremony to the Mann Center in Philadelphia because of the pro-Palestinian encampment on campus.
Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora is concerned about the kids in his city after high levels of lead were found near a school and playground. The city is launching an effort to get children tested.
Drexel University in Philadelphia is on lockdown and will move to remote learning on Monday because of a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus, the university president said.
Sophomore Cherron Reynolds is the first and only junior chef at Camden High School - he says his omelet is his specialty. The head of the school's nutrition program hopes he makes it to the Culinary Institute of America. Wakisha Bailey reports in this latest Focusing on the Future.
In Pennsylvania and 10 other states, child care costs at least twice as much as rent on average, according to a report from Child Care Aware of America.
The Lenape Regional High School District announced last week the difficult decision to end several programs, including ROTC. Two cadets are hoping to change that.
Delaware County student Emmanuel Gitu was inspired by his brother, who has autism spectrum disorder, to study neuroscience at Harvard University.
A Delaware County mother is on a mission to create acceptance for people with autism. She published a book that's inspired by her son.
It's graduation week at Rowan University and despite a major health setback, one medical school student not only graduated Thursday but she's also dedicating her life to helping others.
Brian Hathaway, a dispatcher at Temple University in Philadelphia, is proving it's never too late to go back to school.
A Temple University Police dispatcher, Brian Hathaway, is proving it's never too late to go back to school, and he hopes his story inspires others. Reporter Kerri Corrado has the story.
A police officer on a motorcycle crashed on I-95 southbound Thursday.
One person is dead after a crash on Route 206 in Southampton, New Jersey, overnight, according to State Police.
Signal issues caused additional cancellations and delays on an already shorthanded Regional Rail Thursday morning.
Starbucks Workers United is calling the strike the "red cup rebellion," since the strike coincides with the coffee chain's annual Red Cup Day promotion.
Dry weather is expected through the end of the week in the Philadelphia region, but breezy conditions will continue on Thursday.
A police officer on a motorcycle crashed on I-95 southbound Thursday.
One person is dead after a crash on Route 206 in Southampton, New Jersey, overnight, according to State Police.
Signal issues caused additional cancellations and delays on an already shorthanded Regional Rail Thursday morning.
President Trump signed a government funding package at the White House late Wednesday, formally ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Confusion continues surrounding food benefits for millions of Americans. Right now, most recipients in Pennsylvania have not received their November benefits.
A police officer on a motorcycle crashed on I-95 southbound Thursday.
Signal issues caused additional cancellations and delays on an already shorthanded Regional Rail Thursday morning.
Philadelphia-area nonprofit leaders say they're relieved Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a budget but frustrated it took so long.
A pilot was taken to the hospital with bumps and bruises after their plane made a rough landing in Montgomery County.
Confusion continues surrounding food benefits for millions of Americans. Right now, most recipients in Pennsylvania have not received their November benefits.
One person is dead after a crash on Route 206 in Southampton, New Jersey, overnight, according to State Police.
The Ronald McDonald House enabled John Kenyon to be by his son's side during a difficult journey.
An old abandoned doll factory in Trenton is being renovated into a state-of-the-art charter school set to open in August 2026.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Retired Col. Harvey Barnum was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
Terrence Gore's artistic medium is leaves, sticks and anything he can find on the ground in nature.
Army veteran Erica Liermann says fitness has helped with her PTSD. At her King of Prussia gym, she's helping other veterans.
Officials are warning of a potential measles exposure at PHL on Sunday, Nov. 9, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health says.
At the MossRehab Institute for Brain Health, veterans and first responders with brain injuries come for an intense three-week program.
The 31-year-old was diagnosed last week after a random drug test flagged health officials to indicators of cancer. The team said Singleton is recovering and doctors are confident he'll return to the field in the coming weeks.
The Treasury Department expects to save $56 million per year on materials by ceasing to make pennies.
M. Buono Beef Company is closing after 79 years of providing meat to businesses in the Philadelphia area.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The beloved Delaware County pizza spot is moving to a new location in Broomall.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The trains that were canceled Wednesday on the Airport, Fox Chase and Chestnut Hill West lines will not run on Thursday and Friday.
The FAA has cut flights as air traffic controllers continue to work without pay at PHL and around the country.
For the third straight day, some SEPTA Regional Rail trains are canceled Wednesday as the transit agency continues to inspect railcars due to a federal order.
SEPTA canceled multiple trips on Regional Rail lines again Tuesday amid a railcar shortage due to a federal order.
Multiple people are hurt and roads are shut down after separate crashes in Camden, Gloucester and Atlantic counties Sunday night.
Edmonton's Jack Roslovic took advantage of a turnover by Cam York and scored off a 2-on-none break 1:19 into overtime, giving the Oilers a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes won the National League Cy Young Award on Wednesday.
A.J. Brown's comments on a stream with gamer Janky Rando have once again put him in the spotlight, following another Philadelphia Eagles win.
Parents of Cheltenham High School football players demanded answers and transparency after the school canceled the football season.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points and Kelly Oubre Jr. scored the go-ahead basket on a follow with 8.7 seconds left to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 102-100 win over the Boston Celtics.
The 100,000-square-foot Netflix House is free to guests and allows fans to interact with their favorite streaming shows.
Mark Wahlberg is starring in the upcoming film "Weekend Warriors" produced by Lebron James' SpringHill Company.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Journey will see the lights go down in 60 cities across the U.S. and Canada on their "Final Frontier" tour in 2026.
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.
It's another breezy but largely seasonable day with clouds, sun and a gusty wind from the west up to 25-30 mph at times. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has more on when the next weather system arrives.
Unionized Starbucks employees will rally outside City Hall on Thursday afternoon on Red Cup Day, the biggest day of the year for the coffee chain.
Herr's is honoring America's 250th birthday with 3 new sets of potato chips flavors: freedom, liberty and unity. The winners will be released in June 2026 ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day.
Officials say the pilot made a rough landing in a field Wednesday afternoon.
The holiday escape, inside the Walnut Garden, features twinkling lights, Santa photo ops, festive food and drinks and more.