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"People are losing their homes, they're losing their vehicles, they're not able to take care of their children," says former Palmer staffer Sultan Ashley. "They don't have medical coverage."
With the charter school's closing, parents such as Elaine Williams of North Philadelphia turned out at school district headquarters to find a new school for her second-grader.
Apprentices in the Urban Technology Project provide the School District of Philadelphia with IT troubleshooting and maintenance. Labor secretary Thomas Perez wants to expand high-tech apprenticeship programs nationwide.
Attorneys for the Philadelphia School District have asked a Commonwealth Court panel to affirm the District's authority to cancel its teachers contract.
Hundreds of area students will flock to the School District of Philadelphia Wednesday for the regions only information fair for historically Black colleges and universities.
Four schools are to be revamped under the district's "School Redesign Initiative," which gives teachers, principals, and community groups the opportunity to suggest academic overhauls.
The rally highlighted a new Pennsylvania law that allows charter school operators a direct appeal if their application is turned down by the SRC.
The mayor believes Wolf's election will boost the prospects for passage of dedicated, student-weighted state funding for all school districts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The district is appealing to Commonwealth Court, where it seeks a judgment on whether the School Reform Commission has the authority to cancel the PFT contract.
The judge granted a preliminary injunction sought by the PFT. Two weeks ago, the SRC announced it was going to begin requiring Philadelphia public school teachers to pay a contribution to their health insurance.
Currently, the SRC must approve its own dissolution.
"The school district is in a budget crisis ... because the district has been subject to unprecedented state funding cuts. But not only unprecedented -- discriminatory," Michael Masch said.
They look like library book drops. But they're lined with Kevlar.
The new principal at Masterman, a magnet school (grades 5-12) in Philadelphia, is no stranger to the place: she was once a student there.
Barbara McCreery, the former principal at Communications Technology High School, and Arthur Melton, the former principal at the now-closed Bok High School, are being charged with cheating on the high-stakes PSSA exams.
The judge called the lawsuit by the Walter D. Palmer Charter School a "travesty," adding it would be "irresponsible" for the school to pursue the case further.
The $2 surtax will only be collected in Philadelphia, and the funds will go to the city's struggling school district.
Relief. That's the reaction from Philadelphia school officials at word the Senate has passed the long-awaited cigarette tax.
A City Council committee has signed off on a measure to provide $30 million in temprary funding to the cash-starved Philadelphia school district.
His top issue: returning the Philadelphia school district to local governance.
Kids sang and danced and drew pictures as the grownups pushed for funding for quality pre-kindergarten programs.
The family of the little girl who was abducted from her West Philadelphia kindergarten class continues to pursue legal action against the Philadelphia school district.
Seven Philadelphia parents say the Pennsylvania Department of Education has violated its duty to look into allegations of "curriculum deficiencies" in Philadelphia schools.
Laurie Friedman, who lives in West Philadlephia, had tears in her eyes as she read letters written by students begging state lawmakers to increase funding for the city's schools.
An agreement is now in place to preserve Septa transportation for thousands of Philadelphia high school students.
Two men have been arrested in connection with armored truck robberies or attempted robberies that happened in and around the city in July, August and October of this year.
Showers are expected to hold off until late Sunday night as the front moves closer.
Thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Center City Saturday for Saturday's "No Kings" protest.
Noah Cates scores in overtime to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild.
The Phillies know what the rookie, Otto Kemp, went through over the course of his first big league season.
Female remains were found near the grounds of the abandoned Ada H. H. Lewis Middle School on Saturday, where police have been searching for 23-year-old Kada Scott.
Two men have been arrested in connection with armored truck robberies or attempted robberies that happened in and around the city in July, August and October of this year.
Showers are expected to hold off until late Sunday night as the front moves closer.
From a Taylor Swift–inspired drag brunch to a rock legend in Atlantic City, this weekend in Philly has something for every kind of fan.
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Thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Center City Saturday for Saturday's "No Kings" protest.
Female remains were found near the grounds of the abandoned Ada H. H. Lewis Middle School on Saturday, where police have been searching for 23-year-old Kada Scott.
Kada Scott's father, Kevin Scott, spoke with CBS News Philadelphia as the search for the missing 23-year-old hit the two-week mark since she was last seen.
Six people were injured after a shooting involving two rival motorcycle gangs happened at a Montgomery County Wawa on Friday night, according to police.
Cheltenham High School's football season is on hold as the district investigates allegations of hazing within the program.
Obama's ad backing Sherrill mentions her background as a mom, Navy pilot and one-time federal prosecutor.
Built in 1811 and operational until 1965, this National Historic Landmark has a long and storied past.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli's campaign has taken a step toward filing a lawsuit against his opponent, Democrat Mikie Sherrill.
New Jersey is looking for proposals to redevelop a 16-acre site on the Camden waterfront.
The Navy and Marine Corps' weeklong birthday party celebrations wrapped up with a big sendoff, including a fireworks show.
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 doctor in Allentown marks breast cancer awareness month with a growing collection of pink shoes — a tribute with a personal connection.
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.
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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.
The City of Philadelphia announced an array of road closures, parking restrictions and SEPTA detours ahead of the annual Philly Bike Ride this Saturday.
SEPTA officials faced questions from council members over its federal mandate to inspect more than 200 Silverliner IV railcars.
A new quarterly report shows crime has continued to drop on SEPTA as the Philadelphia-based transit agency cracks down on fare evasion.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
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.
Noah Cates scores in overtime to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild.
The Phillies know what the rookie, Otto Kemp, went through over the course of his first big league season.
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Joel Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers in their preseason finale on Friday night, his first game action in nearly eight months.
Cheltenham High School's football season is on hold as the district investigates allegations of hazing within the program.
From a Taylor Swift–inspired drag brunch to a rock legend in Atlantic City, this weekend in Philly has something for every kind of fan.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Lincoln High School's football team wins final game of season after the Philadelphia School District amended its punishment.
Philadelphia police uncovered the remains of a female during their search for missing 23-year-old Kada Scott. Ryan Hughes reports.
The day will start dry and mild under increasing clouds, with highs reaching the 70s and dew points climbing into the 60s. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Sunday is shaping up to be cloudy but warm. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
A fire in East Germantown left one person injured Saturday afternoon.