Philadelphia School District Lays Off More Employees
The School District of Philadelphia announced Friday that they're laying off 76 employees, this on top of the 3,700 district employees who they handed pink slips to last week.
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The School District of Philadelphia announced Friday that they're laying off 76 employees, this on top of the 3,700 district employees who they handed pink slips to last week.
A new website has been making the rounds, putting faces to some of the 3,783 School District of Philadelphia employees who were given pink slips last week.
A school district police officer is hospitalized in good condition after authorities say he was body slammed by a student on Tuesday.
City Council members on Wednesday are expected to give initial approval to the operating budget, and they've already approved a new cigarette tax. But they appear unlikely to move on a proposal to hike the liquor-by-the-drink tax from ten to fifteen percent.
In a letter to staff, schools superintendent William Hite describes the cut positions as "essential" even though at the moment there's no extra money from the city or state, which are putting their budgets together over the next month.
A new report is shedding light on the state of lunchrooms inside Philadelphia's public schools.
A 22-year-old school bus attendant and hall monitor has been arrested for the alleged indecent assault of a 14-year-old girl and using foul language with three other students, according to police.
Charter school operators were putting their heads together to help students with learning disabilities after they graduate, and were swapping ideas at a forum at Children's Hospital.
State officials took control of the district and established the School Reform Commission in 2001. Philadelphia lawmakers say the SRC's performance has been dismal.
Eyewitness News spoke with Governor Tom Corbett after he attended a scheduled event in Montgomeryville, Montgomery County.
In one of her "Hidden America" reports, news anchor Diane Sawyer visits Strawberry Mansion High, one of Pennsylvania's "persistently dangerous" schools.
It was a show of solidarity at the Thomas Mifflin School in East Falls as students, parents, and community advocates staged a rally urging political leaders to help fund a school district budget shortfall of $304 million.
"If and until those bills are introduced on the state level, and we see some sense that there is some action, there's really not a lot that we can do locally," City Council president Darrell Clarke says.
The report by the National Council on Teacher Quality comes at a time when the district is negotiating a new contract with the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers.
Twenty-year-old Christina Regusters is the only person charged with the kidnapping, but an attorney is convinced that others were involved.
More than 1,000 students walked out of class at noontime and converged at school headquarters, then marched to City Hall.
City Council's Finance committee today examines a proposal from Seventh District councilwoman Maria Quinones Sanchez on the 'Use and Occupancy Tax,' or U&O, a type of property tax specific to business owners.
The city plans to increase taxes on smokers and drinkers, and redouble its collection efforts on property taxes.
Council President Darrell Clarke says council will comply with the School District's request, but only if Harrisburg does the same. But how Clarke could get such guarantees is unclear, particularly since the state budget is unlikely to be settled before the city's.
Mayor Nutter says he'll present a package of proposals in a week or so to raise $60 million for city schools.
Meanwhile, aides to the mayor are clarifying how he wants to raise the city's portion.
Cuts to Philadelphia's school nursing staff has had a negative effect on students, according to a new survey.
Amid a black cloud of huge budget cuts, there will no doubt be some positive news for Philadelphia schoolteachers tonight.
Within the last two years Pennsylvania's budget cuts resulted in the loss of 10% of pre-k capacity at the School District of Philadelphia. Kids will pay now. Our society will pay later.
Council hasn't decided whether or how it can give the school district $60 million more, but dozens from the public urged Council to find a way.
The community says Ada H.H. Lewis Middle School has been a magnet for illegal dumping, crime and neglect. Kada Scott's body was found near the vacant school.
When the Cunningham family came to Philadelphia for their infant daughter's surgeries, the Ronald McDonald House offered more than just a place to stay.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown was among several Eagles to miss Wednesday's practice with an injury before Week 8 vs. the New York Giants.
Chester firefighters were training, but they're not battling flames. Instead, they were simulating rescues where every second counts.
The Food Bank of Delaware is bracing for an increase in need if families don't get November SNAP benefits.
Court documents in the case of missing Philadelphia woman Kada Scott show text messages with the suspect Keon King.
The community says Ada H.H. Lewis Middle School has been a magnet for illegal dumping, crime and neglect. Kada Scott's body was found near the vacant school.
When the Cunningham family came to Philadelphia for their infant daughter's surgeries, the Ronald McDonald House offered more than just a place to stay.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown was among several Eagles to miss Wednesday's practice with an injury before Week 8 vs. the New York Giants.
Chester firefighters were training, but they're not battling flames. Instead, they were simulating rescues where every second counts.
When the Cunningham family came to Philadelphia for their infant daughter's surgeries, the Ronald McDonald House offered more than just a place to stay.
Philadelphia preschools could be forced to shut down because of delays in state funding.
A person was struck by a vehicle on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Fort Washington, Montgomery County, emergency officials said.
A growing number of people are getting genetic testing for breast cancer, which has become more comprehensive and cost-effective.
Court documents in the case of missing Philadelphia woman Kada Scott show text messages with the suspect Keon King.
Another fire at a Camden metal recycling yard has reignited frustration and questions about who's responsible for keeping nearby families safe.
Voter enthusiasm and turnout could be critical to the New Jersey governor's race between Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill.
With no end in sight to the government shutdown, concern is growing among South Jersey SNAP recipients over the possibility of benefits being delayed.
A man was injured after being shot by police in East Windsor Township, New Jersey, Tuesday afternoon.
A woman was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Route 38 eastbound in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, on Tuesday morning, police said.
The Food Bank of Delaware is bracing for an increase in need if families don't get November SNAP benefits.
New Castle County Police are investigating after dozens of tire slashings in North Wilmington, Delaware.
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 growing number of people are getting genetic testing for breast cancer, which has become more comprehensive and cost-effective.
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.
The next generation of business owners showed off their passions during the NOMO Foundation's Small Business Expo in West Philadelphia.
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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.
A woman was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Route 38 eastbound in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, on Tuesday morning, police said.
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.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown was among several Eagles to miss Wednesday's practice with an injury before Week 8 vs. the New York Giants.
The Phillies will be inducing a youth movement in 2026, and prospect Aidan Miller could hit his way into the big-league plans.
Joel Embiid isn't listed on the injury report and is set to play in the Philadelphia 76ers' season opener vs. the Boston Celtics.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout testified in a trial over whether the MLB team should be held responsible for the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.
The two-time Super Bowl champion and longest-tenured Philadelphia Eagle in history announced he is coming out of retirement.
Philadelphia's theater scene is buzzing with energy, and there's a way to enjoy the spotlight without the steep ticket prices.
By HughE Dillon.
The Philly Pops are back, and the group will perform at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia this weekend.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
The discovery of 23-year-old Kada Scott's body near the grounds of a long-abandoned middle school in East Germantown is reigniting community outrage and putting new pressure on the School District of Philadelphia.
Easton-based Crayola is crowning the winner of the world's most coveted colors. The company surveyed over 180 countries, breaking down top colors by location, generation, and state. In Pennsylvania, the favorites are cerulean, robin's egg blue and a stunning shade of wild strawberry. Across the river in New Jersey, various shades of blue top the list. One of Delaware's top three colors differs from all the other states.
While their daughter underwent surgery at CHOP, a Connecticut family found hope at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Ray Strickland reports.
Geno's Steaks is going from South Philly to south of the Mason-Dixon line. A new location is set to open in the city of Hampton. That's about 35 miles from Virginia Beach. The VA Geno's will have a full bar, arcade games and waterfront views. You may remember it as the home of Sixers legend Allen Iverson. No word on the opening date, but the posting said it will happen very soon.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a cool Wednesday night.