Former Philly schools CEO Paul Vallas could become Chicago's next mayor
Paul Vallas, the former CEO of the School District of Philadelphia in the early 2000s, advanced to a runoff in the Chicago mayor's race, beating incumbent Lori Lightfoot.
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Paul Vallas, the former CEO of the School District of Philadelphia in the early 2000s, advanced to a runoff in the Chicago mayor's race, beating incumbent Lori Lightfoot.
In this edition of Focusing on the Future, Wakisha Bailey tells you one of Philly's early childhood education programs.
The School District of Philadelphia is joining a list of other schools in the area with school delays and closings.
Adrean Bailey was a teacher with the School District of Philadelphia for 32 years. When she retired, she found pottery and fell in love with it.
A School District of Philadelphia spokesperson says it's a miracle the student survived. Jasmine Payoute reports.
The shooting happened just before 8:30 a.m. at 61st and Jefferson Streets.
Extra police patrols will be present at dismissal after a 15-year-old was shot before school. Nikki DeMentri reports.
The shooting happened a few blocks from Overbrook High School in Philadelphia.
A few dozen Overbrook High School students took a trip to a recording studio on Thursday. It's part of a music industry training program by the Mann Center for the Performing Arts.
The students are getting music industry experience.
Anthony Caple says he'd rather wear his own "5 Star" sweatshirt line than something from Gucci.
In this Focusing on the Future, Wakisha Bailey introduces you to Anthony Caple and his sweatshirt collection "5 Star."
The local school districts want to stay vigilant against COVID-19, flu and RSV cases, so masks are required for two weeks after winter break.
The local school districts want to stay vigilant against COVID-19, flu and RSV cases, so masks are required for two weeks after winter break.
The Washington Eagles and the Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders will perform together on New Year's Day at Lincoln Financial Field.
The influx of state funds comes a month after four students were shot near the Philadelphia school.
Recent incidents of gun violence claiming a student's life and injuring several others is bringing the dire need for protection to the forefront.
Erica Mandell is an award-winning Philadelphia art teacher. Here's more on the interesting way she communicates with her students.
CBS3 has been told three of the four students who were shot are out of the hospital.
According to recent data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress, also known as the Nation's Report Card, American students are falling behind.
CBS Philadelphia sat down with Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington to talk about the district's safety measures.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Workers will now vote on the contract.
Marcella Baietto reports.
Through a partnership with police, the district is increasing video and physical surveillance around campuses.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
The Black-owned Good Karma Café in Philly has been steeping community, sustainability and equity into every cup for over 17 years.
New and improved Acela trains launch Thursday along the Northeast Corridor, servicing cities from Boston to Washington, D.C.
As many as 20 people were injured in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning, according to two federal law enforcement sources.
Enjoli Stewart is collecting sensory items like Play-Doh and noise-canceling headphones for the Lumberton School District.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
The Black-owned Good Karma Café in Philly has been steeping community, sustainability and equity into every cup for over 17 years.
New and improved Acela trains launch Thursday along the Northeast Corridor, servicing cities from Boston to Washington, D.C.
Philadelphia lawyer George Bochetto said SEPTA's service cuts disproportionately impact minorities and low-income riders.
As many as 20 people were injured in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning, according to two federal law enforcement sources.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
The Black-owned Good Karma Café in Philly has been steeping community, sustainability and equity into every cup for over 17 years.
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia has been vandalized twice within two weeks.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers has shared some of the details of the tentative contract with the school district.
Philadelphia lawyer George Bochetto said SEPTA's service cuts disproportionately impact minorities and low-income riders.
Enjoli Stewart is collecting sensory items like Play-Doh and noise-canceling headphones for the Lumberton School District.
Jersey Shore communities are working to restore beach access after Hurricane Erin eroded the shoreline.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
One person was killed and two others were injured Tuesday when an SUV struck a Planet Fitness building in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the mayor's office confirmed.
Strathmere and other shore communities in New Jersey are fixing up their beaches after Hurricane Erin caused erosion along the coast.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
For thousands of students and parents in the Philadelphia region, Monday was a day of big smiles and bigger memories.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
Two Philadelphia-area public schools made the top 25, with several more in the Top 500 on U.S. News' annual rankings.
Some beaches in the Delaware Valley have prohibited swimming as a precaution as Hurricane Erin moves closer to the East Coast.
Cancer survivors, doctors and advocates are calling on Congress to protect cancer research funding from cuts by President Trump.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is set to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. A surgeon explains the procedure.
The Philadelphia Phillies said RHP Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Back-to-school means getting back on a regular sleep schedule, which isn't so easy after a summer of fun.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Some Reading Terminal Market vendors fear the SEPTA service cuts could leave both their employees and customers stranded.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
An EMAS is made of special crushable material that slows down planes by collapsing under their weight, preventing serious accidents.
Without critical funding from Harrisburg, SEPTA began service cuts on Sunday across the Philadelphia region. Now, riders are dealing with the fallout.
Lawmakers and residents in Bucks County are calling on Pennsylvania's Republicans to approve mass transit funding.
The SEPTA cuts will affect a number of SEPTA services, including the express trains to the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
The New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Tuesday night.
The Phillies placed Jordan Romano on the 15-day IL and released Joe Ross on Tuesday in a series of roster moves.
The Eagles released their initial 53-man roster for the 2025 season Tuesday as the team prepares for Week 1 vs. the Cowboys.
The Phillies' 2026 schedule includes the Field of Dreams game and impacts from the FIFA World Cup. Here's what to know.
It was purchased by a group that included famed "Shark Tank" investor Kevin O'Leary, according to the memorabilia company.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The central Pennsylvania town of Mount Gretna is a throwback to the period more than a century ago when the summertime get-togethers known as Chautauquas were practically a craze.
With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, the pressure is on to soak up these last few weeks of summer. Luckily, Philly has a stacked lineup of end-of-summer fun for this weekend.
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.
The FBI on Tuesday released more images of suspects in a series of armored truck robberies that have happened in the Philadelphia area this summer, and a $10,000 reward is available for information leading to the suspects' arrest and conviction. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Riders at the Frankford Transportation Center are still navigating the new normal on SEPTA after the first round of service cuts was implemented this week. Jan Carabeo reports.
Weather really slowed down the summer season at the Jersey Shore, between rainy weekends and extreme heat. Now with nice, cooler than average weather for Labor Day Weekend, business owners are hoping for a strong closing. Wakisha Bailey reports.
On Wednesday and heading into the Labor Day Weekend, temperatures are tracking cooler than average, with Wednesday morning bringing us the coolest temps we've felt since June. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast.
Philadelphia’s coffee scene is rich in flavor but few cafes serve-up a side of purpose as boldly as Good Karma Cafe. Chandler Lutz explores this local Black-owned business that’s been brewing for more than 17 years.