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On the heels of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, Pennsylvania State Rep. Amen Brown says schools in Philadelphia need immediate security upgrades.
The merger gives St. Joe's dozens of additional academic programs and includes an endowment of $500 million.
Schools in Philadelphia and South Jersey are increasing security measures following the massacre in Texas. They're also offering support to students who need it.
The Mayor of the City of Camden, the Camden County Police Chief, the Camden County Sheriff and the Superintendent for the Camden City School District are expected to make the announcement about extra protection at schools at 12:30 p.m. Thursday.
The district initially said in March that older students would start school at 9 a.m.
The man in charge of safety in Philadelphia Public Schools is talking about what the district is doing in the wake of the Texas school tragedy.
Students reached out to Eyewitness News asking to help set the record straight on several key disputes.
The community was divided on the issue during a special public meeting.
With end-of-school-year events coming up, like graduations, many parents in Lower Merion agree their children should mask up in classrooms.
Nationwide about one third of the country lives in areas where COVID infections are at medium or high risk levels.
Eyewitness News was at the Kimmel Center for the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine commencement.
Edrick Espinal-Pena created a poster showing two children playing, along with the message "You are not alone."
The President of Delaware State University commented on the school's lacrosse team that was searched by police in Georgia while delivering the commencement speech for the graduating class of 2022.
Philadelphia school officials are implementing new safety precautions as gun-related incidents and violence rise across the city and country.
Students say they were blindsided and upset that a critical service is being pulled from the health center.
Julia R. Masterman Secondary School was ranked the 10th best high school in the country in the US News & World Report's 2022 Best High Schools rankings.
A school in Camden County is helping students with autism and other developmental disabilities prepare for the work world, and they are already succeeding in business.
Fatihah Abdur-Rahma and the school will receive $2,500 each from the National Life Group. The award recognizes K-12 educators and school employees nationwide.
The Camden City School District will be getting quite the daily dose of vegetables in their cafeterias.
They're hoping a visual presence will help curb gun violence that 33 students have already fallen victim to this year.
If the bill passes, the new start time wouldn't be in place until the 2024-2025 school year.
Charles Leone's departure comes amid a streak of violence and rising crime in and around the North Philadelphia campus.
There's a DJ and a massive watch party and on Monday, it's not about the men, it's all about the women.
In addition, applicants wanting to start a charter school must provide more detailed information.
The district says the decision will affect all but four schools.
A two-alarm fire is burning at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Highs will hit the 50s Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, but we'll have a chance of snow and rain at night.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
A two-alarm fire is burning at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Highs will hit the 50s Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, but we'll have a chance of snow and rain at night.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
A man followed a woman home and exposed himself before fleeing with money from her purse, Philadelphia police say.
A SWAT team arrested murder suspect Ziyker Washington in Philadelphia after he spent more than a month on the run for a killing in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
A two-alarm fire is burning at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
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.
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.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
Bitterly cold air will cover the Philadelphia region on Wednesday night and Thursday morning after a front moves through. Temperatures will plummet after Wednesday's high near 50 degrees, and by Tuesday morning could feel like zero degrees. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
January is often called "Divorce Month," and for good reason. Divorce filings surge after the holidays. It can also be one of the biggest financial transactions of your life, warns Regina McCann Hess, a certified financial planner and divorce financial analyst.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a mild Wednesday. We're also tracking the chance of storms at night.
The Democrat said he was proud of raising the minimum wage and restoring funding for things like pensions, public education and women's health care.
Large flames ripped through an apartment building in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood Tuesday night.