Lawsuit calls Lower Merion School District's tech policy a "digital free-for-all"
The lawsuit claims students can access pornography, violent videos and social media during the school day, potentially hindering learning in the classroom.
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The lawsuit claims students can access pornography, violent videos and social media during the school day, potentially hindering learning in the classroom.
Hundreds of students and educators from YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School filled Broad Street for a march Thursday to celebrate their choice to reclaim their education. Reporter Wakisha Bailey has the story.
The family behind The Berenstain Bears says the beloved children's book series has deep roots in the Philadelphia region — and no plans to slow down.
In a wide-ranging interview with reporter Wakisha Bailey, School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington discussed the controversial facilities plan, district finances and more as the new school year begins.
The Chester-Upland school district is stuffing 4,000 backpacks with back-to-school essentials. Chilekasi Adele reports.
Artificial intelligence is becoming a bigger part of the classroom at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy in Philadelphia. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Educators at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy say artificial intelligence is helping students build confidence, communication skills and digital literacy.
Educators, volunteers and school district leaders in Camden, New Jersey, visited families at their homes Wednesday to help them get ready for the new school year.
At Fanny Jackson Coppin School in South Philadelphia, classrooms are being cleaned, organized and prepared for students.
With children going back to school, now is the time to go through the back-to-school checklist.
Teachers at Hope Community Charter School in Camden, New Jersey, are scrambling to move furniture and supplies to a new location after flooding damaged their classrooms this summer. They're asking for the community's help with the move.
The University of Valley Forge in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, announced it will suspend operations at the end of the summer 2026 semester.
After a research trip to Costa Rica, a group of Philadelphia freshmen is set to meet Mayor Cherelle Parker.
High schools in Pennsylvania can now get state grant money to help them transition to later start times.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI. Ryan Hughes reports.
Students are learning about artificial intelligence at a free summer camp hosted by Wider University in Chester, Pennsylvania, this week.
Dozens of schools in the School District of Philadelphia are set to shift to virtual learning on Friday, June 5, because of the hot weather.
Students from Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School spoke out at Thursday's school board meeting in Philadelphia, urging board members to keep their school open.
Swarthmore College in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, says it will make tuition free for students from families making up to $200,000 per year starting in 2027.
Principals from six Philadelphia schools are urging City Council to approve Mayor Cherelle Parker's $1-per-ride tax on Uber and Lyft trips, arguing it would help close the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
A group of storytellers graduated from Philadelphia's "Benstitute" this week. Named for Benjamin Franklin, the program trains people for Once Upon A Nation, which is part of Historic Philadelphia.
The School District of Philadelphia said Tuesday that early childhood centers at the schools affected will also shift to virtual learning.
Thatcher Respicio and Marcella Ballisty both earned degrees from Delaware County Community College on Thursday.
The building is now called the Dr. Constance E. Clayton Education Center. She started her career in Philly as a fourth-grade teacher.
A Boeing aircraft electrician is celebrating a major milestone after years of balancing work, family and a nonprofit.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania officials are warning people about fake MyChart messages from scammers.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
The lawsuit claims students can access pornography, violent videos and social media during the school day, potentially hindering learning in the classroom.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania officials are warning people about fake MyChart messages from scammers.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania officials are warning people about fake MyChart messages from scammers.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
The lawsuit claims students can access pornography, violent videos and social media during the school day, potentially hindering learning in the classroom.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
As students get ready to go back to school, one New Jersey school district is taking a first-in-the-state approach to limit screen time.
After Aniah Monroe was carjacked in Philadelphia, her car ended up in a tow lot in Camden. It's now costing her hundreds of dollars to get it back.
A crash involving a pickup truck and an electric dirt bike left an 11-year-old girl dead in Ocean County, New Jersey, authorities said.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
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.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
Lawyers for Jerry Sandusky told a court one of his victims signed an affidavit recanting his testimony, court documents say.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean is now a Red Bull athlete.
Kyle Schwarber became the first MLB player to reach 40 home runs this season, and Jesús Luzardo struck out nine in the Phillies' 6-0 win over the Mariners on Wednesday.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Jeffrey Lurie is being added to the Eagles Hall of Fame for his "legacy and relentless dedication" to the team, Ron Jaworski said.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
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.
Riq Woolen joins a Philadelphia Eagles secondary that already includes All-Pros Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean.
Victory Brewing had to remain closed for at least 48 hours and couldn't reopen until it paid a $315 fine and passed a new health inspection.
West Chester Little League team returns home after being eliminated from Little League World Series.
The iconic Manayunk Wall, one of the toughest climbs on the course, will pose a major test for some of the world’s top cyclists competing in this weekend’s Philadelphia Cycling Classic. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Police say victims are tricked into installing software and then a scammer claims they discovered the suspicious activity.