Philadelphia City, School Leaders Demand More Be Done To Keep Students Safe After Deadly Shooting In Mayfair
As city and school officials try to tamp down the rise in violence, activists say parents need a seat at the table.
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As city and school officials try to tamp down the rise in violence, activists say parents need a seat at the table.
The mayor also announced Upper Darby will allocate $2.5 million to fund up to 500 Summer Stage scholarships annually.
Lisa Ertz says the Ertz Family Foundation is still in the midst of several projects in the city, especially helping underserved communities.
The local housing counseling agency will pour that money into the Sharswood neighborhood to promote homeownership and wealth creation.
Religious leaders say you are part of the solution. They are calling for new action to prevent gun violence in Philadelphia.
Lots of pups showed up dressed to impress for the costume contest.
Police say the victim was choked, spray painted and thrown down a flight of stairs.
Officials are still waiting for permission from the owner of the lot to access the property.
Rats are roaming the streets near the 3600 block of Germantown Avenue.
People who live and work in the area say they see about 50 to 60 of them every single night.
As the city struggles to end an epidemic of violence, money is available to nonprofits and organizations that can help. CBS3 reporter Wakisha Bailey explains how those organizations can get funds.
He's on a mission to clean up the streets of Philadelphia. And he's calling on all residents to join him.
With a rash of shootings, the community hopes this new center will help curb the violence, even if it's one small step at a time.
A retired hero in Montgomery County is now achieving the American dream thanks to help from many amazing people.
The colorful display is at Frankford Avenue and Thompson Street.
Camden County's police department is making history in South Jersey, and diversity is at the forefront.
Weeks ago, at least 300 homes sustained major damage. Four residents from Montgomery County died.
The parade had been scheduled for Sunday.
It will go from the Four Seasons Hotel in Center City to the Four Seasons Total Landscaping company in the Northeast.
Plotts was one of the last Marines to leave Afghanistan. His father says he was in Kabul helping with evacuations when a bomb went off, killing 13 service members in August.
"This should not be happening. Where is our mayor? We need help, we need leadership, we need it here in this community and we need it now," Bass said.
New Jersey's Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst served as an arrival point for "many thousands" of Afghans who left their homeland as the United States withdrew its troops from the country, according to Murphy.
"Be nice to people because not a lot of people in this world are nice," 10-year-old Aaron said about giving the foul ball to 7-year-old Emma.
SEPTA is looking to hire up to 28 new operators every three weeks through the end of the year.
The declaration will provide federal funding for residents recovering.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
Bill Giles, who rose from a Phillies business executive to become an owner and CEO during more than half a century with the team, died Friday.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A water pipe at a vacant property in South Philadelphia has been leaking for nearly a year, ruining a nearby business lot.
Philadelphia is putting its own spin on the centuries-old German tradition with a South Street block party and a sausage festival.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey, and down the Jersey Shore, emergency officials in one town have issued a voluntary evacuation notice.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
Police are investigating after a person died during an encounter with law enforcement in Middle Township, New Jersey, officials say.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
Bill Giles, who rose from a Phillies business executive to become an owner and CEO during more than half a century with the team, died Friday.
LeBron James says his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win an NBA title influenced his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
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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.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore on Saturday, and its effects are being felt as far away as Philadelphia and beyond. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore, bringing rain, wind and coastal flooding. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast and details what to expect in the Philadelphia area and along the shore. Reporter Chilekasi Adele is in Atlantic City, where some streets are already flooded.
La Salle picked up a big win over Salesianum Friday night. Here are the top highlights from this week's Friday Football Frenzy.
Bill Kelly has the latest timing and more on this weekend's nor'easter bringing rain, powerful winds and more to the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Large waves crashed over the Atlantic City boardwalk, spraying water over both sides of the boardwalk Friday night as a nor'easter battered the Jersey Shore.