Philadelphia School District's Message To Tax Deadbeats: Pay Up
The new School Reform Commission policy means that vendors looking for school contracts have to have their use and occupancy taxes and other city taxes paid up.
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The new School Reform Commission policy means that vendors looking for school contracts have to have their use and occupancy taxes and other city taxes paid up.
Beyond Babysitting, a documentary promoting quality early childhood education, features a Philadelphia day care provider that got with the program.
Superintendent William Hite said the district can't afford to maintain underutilized schools. "The district's financial challenges jeopardize its survival."
Speakers talked about the establishment of the university in 1821 by 68 prominent Philadelphia apothecaries who pledged "to invite a spirit of pharmaceutical investigation."
The appreciative audience of schoolkids at the Scottish Rite Auditorium listened as the orchestra played Camille Saint-Saen's "Carnival of the Animals," with two pianos.
In 11 years of teaching, ditching students' desk chairs in favor of yoga balls is one of the best decisions Robbi Giuliano thinks she ever made.
About 500 projects were submitted to the 34th annual George Washington Carver Science Fair by area 4th, 5th and 6th graders.
The country's oldest city-wide science fair got underway Wednesday afternoon at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
"I think this is a great opportunity for our students to really be at the forefront to make a statement and take a stand against bullying," said Michael Calderone, principal of Harding Middle School.
Two years ago, the Public Interest Law Center of Philadelphia filed a class-action lawsuit against the School District of Philadelphia on behalf of the 1,600 children with autism in grades K through 8.
The next test for students at St. Joseph's Prep school won't require a pen and paper - it'll take a single strand of hair.
One notable school coming off of the school closure list is Strawberry Mansion High School, which will remain open.
LEAP's board chair, Gloria Bonilla-Santiago, says her relationship with Michael Pastorello is well known and, for that reason, she declined to vote on the food service contract that set his $95,000 salary.
The pint-sized programmer recently unveiled her game at the University of Pennsylvania's "Bootstrap Expo."
The borough council in West Chester, Pa. is expected to vote Wednesday night to designate some neighborhoods around the university as "quiet zones."
A former Essex County teacher of the year has admitted having sex with a 15-year-old boy enrolled in an honors class she taught.
"Project Engage" is designed to help young children living around Temple get the dental care they need to keep their mouths and teeth healthy.
If you've ever wanted to know which U.S. President had a pet turkey, or which one was never married while in office - stop by the National Constitution Center.
Chef Marc Vetri stopped by Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School in North Philadelphia, which is affiliated with his Vetri Foundation healthy eating program called "Eatiquette."
Opponents of the Philadelphia School District's plan to close 37 more public schools at the end of this school year delivered a special Valentine's Day message to the School Reform Commission.
Education and public safety officials from around the state discussed the pros and cons of armed personnel in schools.
Eighteen more people were arrested in what law enforcement authorities say was an elaborate scheme to bilk the taxpayers out of more than a million and a half dollars.
Officials say five small fire were intentionally set on floors inside what will be the residential tower of Morgan Hall, at Broad Street and Cecil B. Moore Avenue in North Philadelphia.
A group from Nazareth Academy in Northeast Philadelphia will leave this weekend for an overseas trip of a lifetime and the timing couldn't have been better.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Members of IBEW Local 614 say they're seeking higher wages, improved health benefits and the restoration of pensions.
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Joey Wiemer tied a Major League record by reaching base in his first 10 plate appearances of the season as the Nationals pounded out 17 hits in a 13-2 win over the Phillies.
A shooting in Philadelphia's Cobbs Creek neighborhood Monday night has left two people dead and three others injured, police said.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Members of IBEW Local 614 say they're seeking higher wages, improved health benefits and the restoration of pensions.
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
Members of IBEW Local 614 say they're seeking higher wages, improved health benefits and the restoration of pensions.
A shooting in Philadelphia's Cobbs Creek neighborhood Monday night has left two people dead and three others injured, police said.
Anna Michelle Brandt, the new president of Lankenau Medical Center, said she hopes to pave the way for other women in health care.
A man riding a motorcycle died in a crash involving another vehicle on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia Monday, police said.
Crews are battling a brush fire in FDR Park in South Philadelphia on Monday afternoon.
A bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle in Deptford, New Jersey, Monday night, police said.
A video from Saturday morning shows masked individuals breaking the window of Saifo Auto Group before stealing three high-end used cars.
The second annual Gaudreau Family 5K Run/Walk & Family Day will return in May to honor Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Multiple wildfires in Jackson Township, Ocean County, were contained Monday, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
Many people in the Philadelphia region received an emergency alert Sunday night for a dispersal order stemming from a gathering at Bridgeport Speedway.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
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.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Starting Sunday, bus service will replace trains between Bridgeport Station and Norristown Transit Center until May 9.
SEPTA will roll out a special addition to select bus stops this spring: real-time digital displays showing you when your bus will arrive.
One week after the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge will close to car traffic to commemorate its 100th anniversary.
After 20 years of planning and six years of construction, a reimagined Ardmore train station is back open.
Joey Wiemer tied a Major League record by reaching base in his first 10 plate appearances of the season as the Nationals pounded out 17 hits in a 13-2 win over the Phillies.
Tyler Herro scored 30 points, Bam Adebayo finished with 23 points and 16 rebounds, and the Miami Heat used a 14-0 run in the final moments to rally past the Philadelphia 76ers 119-109.
The Philadelphia Wings announced on social media Monday they would be ceasing operations at the end of this season.
Trevor Zegras wristed a sharp-angle shot past Casey DeSmith with 1:33 remaining in overtime, leading the hard-charging Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars.
After being down by as many as 19 on Sunday, Braylon Mullins retrieved a loose ball near midcourt in the waning seconds against Duke and hit a three-pointer from 35 feet away to take the lead.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown 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 Philadelphia region could break its record high temperature on Wednesday, April 1, but Tuesday is plenty warm as well with a high of around 80 degrees in the city. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has your latest forecast.
Deptford, New Jersey, police are looking to identify a man who was seen on video attacking a New Jersey Transit bus driver at the Deptford Mall back on Feb. 21.
Police say 19-year-old Alexis Palacias of Lindenwold was charged for organizing a car meetup event at the Kohl's on Route 42 on March 14.
Police are looking for surveillance cameras and witnesses to learn more about what happened in a quintuple shooting at 60th and Delancey streets Monday night. Ray Strickland reports.
Nationwide average gas prices have crossed the $4-per-gallon mark for the first time since 2022, after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.