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More than two dozen local businesses are graduating from a Goldman Sachs program designed to help them raise their profit and make more local hires.
"I want to start a program, whether it be a nonprofit or through a foundation, that is geared toward youth education through the means of storytelling," said Cory Dulaney (in white sweater).
After watching the district close 32 school buildings over the last two years, school advocates were bracing for even more this year. But schools superintendent William Hite says he's not planning any.
A proposed policy to allow weapons in limited areas of the 14-campus Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education needs more work and won't go before the system's board later this month, officials said Thursday.
The Philadelphia branch of the NAACP and the antiviolence initiave "Hands Across Philadelphia" are teaming up with the Philadelphia school district to launch a new essay contest focused on black history.
Citizens Bank CEO Daniel Fitzpatrick said the bank's charitable foundation is donating $25,000 to underwrite the museum's costs on January 20th, to offer free admission and cultural activities to more than 3,000 expected visitors.
The selection as a Promise Zone means that neighborhood will be given preference when applying for a host of other federal grants.
To set the tone for this year's theme, the Girard College lower school choir performed.
Philadelphia public school teachers have been working without a contract since the start of the school year.
The Free Library of Philadelphia has kicked off the "Year of the Bard: Shakespeare at 450."
Now, for the first time, the district is disclosing how many offers came in.
STEM education, for Science, Technology, Eningeering and Math, is highly prized these days, but what if it were as accessible as playing with a favorite toy?
Gov. Chris Christie has held a ceremonial signing of a bill that lowers tuition costs at public colleges for New Jersey students who lack lawful immigration status.
At Bethune Elementary School, principal Ary Sloane-Pugh arrived to find half of her building with no heat because of a burst pipe.
Williams touted the city's declining homicide rate, but vowed to work for a safer city in his second term.
School District of Philadelphia spokesman Fernando Gallard says with morning temperatures forecast to be in the single digits, administrators are deciding whether school should be open on Tuesday.
The idea is to bridge different fields of interest with an eye on marketing a product or service.
Philadelphia-based psychologist Dr. Melissa Brand encourages parents to plan ahead, stock up on supplies, and structure the day.
The group, Penn Staters for Responsible Stewardship, calls it a "leadership issue" caused by the university's trustees.
The school district's budget crisis cast a shadow over everything it did in 2013.
The Philadelphia school district made the controversial decision to close down two dozen public schools this year.
City Council president Darrell Clarke got fellow lawmakers to agree to a plan that would recover money sent to the school district by selling some unused school buildings to developers.
Traditionally, there's not a lot that's open on Christmas Day, but the National Museum of American Jewish History was.
December 26th marks the first day of Kwanzaa, and community groups in Philadelphia are gearing up for a big celebration on Saturday.
At Central High School - long regarded as one of the city's top academic magnets - there are two counselors for 2,400 students. There were six counselors last year.
Preparations are underway for New Year's Eve celebrations in Delaware County, as Media will hold a ball drop with hundreds of lights on State Street.
Richard "Ricky" Brooks is accused of grooming and groping teens and providing them with alcohol and drugs in Bucks County.
A 38-year-old man who stole a U-Haul truck Tuesday was arrested after leading police on multiple chases in Bucks County, police said.
A Philadelphia man was charged with attempting to lure a teenage girl into his truck in Upper Darby Monday, according to court documents.
One week after a nursing home exploded in Bucks County, people say they're still recovering physically and emotionally.
One week after a nursing home exploded in Bucks County, people say they're still recovering physically and emotionally.
Preparations are underway for New Year's Eve celebrations in Delaware County, as Media will hold a ball drop with hundreds of lights on State Street.
Richard "Ricky" Brooks is accused of grooming and groping teens and providing them with alcohol and drugs in Bucks County.
A 38-year-old man who stole a U-Haul truck Tuesday was arrested after leading police on multiple chases in Bucks County, police said.
A Philadelphia man was charged with attempting to lure a teenage girl into his truck in Upper Darby Monday, according to court documents.
Preparations are underway for New Year's Eve celebrations in Delaware County, as Media will hold a ball drop with hundreds of lights on State Street.
Richard "Ricky" Brooks is accused of grooming and groping teens and providing them with alcohol and drugs in Bucks County.
A 38-year-old man who stole a U-Haul truck Tuesday was arrested after leading police on multiple chases in Bucks County, police said.
A Philadelphia man was charged with attempting to lure a teenage girl into his truck in Upper Darby Monday, according to court documents.
One week after a nursing home exploded in Bucks County, people say they're still recovering physically and emotionally.
Pemberton Township Mayor Jack K. Tompkins is resigning this week, officials said.
Lots of Love Farm in Gloucester County said a wallaby named Rex got out of his enclosure on Monday night.
Police said Anthony Caprio III was riding an e-bike Monday morning when he was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Mount Laurel.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday night in Hockessin to honor Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas, Texas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers Parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid says he plans to return next season, dismissing any retirement rumors.
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their Week 18 home game against Washington, aiming for a strong playoff position.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
Dallas Goedert caught a 1-yard touchdown pass, Jake Elliott hit field goals of 28 and 47 yards, and the Eagles hung on to defeat the Bills.
The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away in the second half for a 129-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
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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.
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing criminal charges after an incident with a personal chef in Dedham, Massachusetts, earlier this month. He has denied the allegations.
Anyone who needs to pick up items from the Wilmington DMV can contact Detective D. Grassi.
Police say the man broke into the Our Mother of Consolation Church earlier in December and stole from the poor box.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a breezy Tuesday night.
The Borough of Media will ring in the New Year with a ball drop and other festivities.