UArts students could get some answers at virtual meeting Friday, but many say they aren't hopeful
It's been nearly a week since the University of the Arts closed its doors, and many students and their families are still looking for answers.
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It's been nearly a week since the University of the Arts closed its doors, and many students and their families are still looking for answers.
Students who attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia said they're still uncertain what's next for them after the school abruptly closed last week.
Some Pennsylvania lawmakers are pushing to fund a program that would recruit and support teachers across the commonwealth. They had a news conference Wednesday morning about the legislation that would launch a “Grow Our Own Educators Program.”
A Ridley High School graduate tackled some major medical hurdles to walk across the stage this week. He plans to study music at Temple University.
Roc Nation is helping underprivileged students in Philadelphia earn $300 million worth of scholarships to attend private schools with the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS).
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said city schools have been long underfunded. Now, she's calling on the state to do better.
The House plan, which passed 107-94 on Monday evening, was born out of a 2023 ruling by the Commonwealth Court that deemed the state's education funding system to be unconstitutional.
One of the classmates of Antonio Walker, who was shot and killed when he was 15, received a scholarship in his memory at her graduation ceremony.
Alanna Walker-Kegler, a graduate of Freire Charter High School, received a scholarship in honor of her classmate and friend Antonio Walker, who was 15 years old when he was gunned down in Southwest Philadelphia.
Students, staff and supporters of the University of the Arts packed the steps and sidewalks outside of Hamilton Hall on Broad Street Friday, demanding answers as to why their school was shutting down.
The Springfield School District in Delaware County is facing some heat from parents after it decided to repurpose the ecology center, a one-of-a-kind learning space for children.
Students and faculty say they have been left in the dark since the abrupt announcement that the University of the Arts will close this month.
Groups of faculty members have filed two lawsuits against the University of the Arts in Philadelphia since the school abruptly announced its closure. Students and faculty say they've been left in the dark since that announcement.
The University of the Arts is now the second art school in Philadelphia to close this year, following the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA).
Philadelphia universities Temple and Drexel have released plans to help University of the Arts students transfer in the wake of the school's impending closure.
University of the Arts President Kerry Walk resigned Tuesday days after the school suddenly announced its closure.
The University of the Arts says it hired Philadelphia consulting firm Alvarez and Marshal to help handle its closure.
Frank Machos, a UArts graduate interviewing to join the Board of Trustees, said university officials, including former president Kerry Walk, failed to explore all options before announcing the closure.
Student organizers continued to fight for answers Tuesday after the University of Arts canceled a town hall about its sudden closure.
Students, staff and faculty protested in front of Philadelphia's University of the Arts Monday. The school, set to close this month, canceled a meeting intended to provide answers for the community.
Monday afternoon, students, staff and faculty from the University of the Arts said they're still left with no answers after the school canceled a town hall intended to provide answers following Friday's announcement of their sudden closure.
The stunning decision from Philadelphia's University of the Arts to close on June 7 left faculty and students shocked and disappointed.
Changes to FAFSA caused delays and headaches to an already aggravating process, and many Philadelphia-area seniors are still dealing with issues days out from graduation.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee had its toughest day of competition with the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
Parents gathered Thursday afternoon to push the School District of Philadelphia to allocate more money for resources to improve attendance. The parents want the school board to create a "Chief of Joy" position.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
A.J. Brown could be on the move this offseason, but the Philadelphia Eagles are seeking a "Quinnen Williams-type deal" in return for their star wide receiver.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
A.J. Brown could be on the move this offseason, but the Philadelphia Eagles are seeking a "Quinnen Williams-type deal" in return for their star wide receiver.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution barring federal agents from using county-owned property for civil immigration activities.
Corropolese Italian Bakery and Deli has been a fan favorite in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, for more than a century and counting.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
The explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township that injured four people shook people's homes in the area.
Four people were critically injured after an explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township, New Jersey, officials said.
PATCO is offering a $20 credit for anyone who accurately guesses when the snow pile at the Haddonfield station will fully melt.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
Gas prices are spiking just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 22 cents per gallon in the last week, AAA says.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A.J. Brown could be on the move this offseason, but the Philadelphia Eagles are seeking a "Quinnen Williams-type deal" in return for their star wide receiver.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
Quentin Grimes hit two tiebreaking free throws with 16.4 seconds remaining, Tyrese Maxey scored 25 points and the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz 106-102.
NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and former player Damon Jones are among 31 people charged in the federal case. They have pleaded not guilty.
Holtz coached Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, winning 100 games with the school, including a 12-0 national title-winning season in 1988.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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 facility sits next to the Camden County Correctional Facility and will serve people being released from custody, providing support meant to reduce the chances they will return to jail.
Three people, including the owner of Savita Naturals, are in the hospital after an explosion at the company's facility in Logan Township, New Jersey, on Wednesday.
Whether it's a hoagie, a cheesesteak or something a little saucier, Corropolese Italian Bakery and Deli is a fan favorite in Montgomery County. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
CBS Philadelphia's 30 minute Heart of Pride special is nominated for a GLAAD Awards in Los Angeles.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.