Coronavirus Latest: Pennsylvania Department Of Education Cancels Statewide Assessments
Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf ordered the closure of all Pennsylvania schools to combat the spread of COVID-19.
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Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf ordered the closure of all Pennsylvania schools to combat the spread of COVID-19.
The district says it can't offer the e-lessons until every student in the district has access to them.
While schools are out for two weeks, it appears guidance at the national level suggests a hunker down and pause on life may be significantly longer.
Earlier Monday, the school announced three students tested positive for coronavirus after traveling abroad for spring break.
The university says the students were part of a group that traveled abroad during spring break.
Luckily, a lot of websites are offering free educational programs and activities to keep your children's brain active.
The Montgomery County Department of Public Health is currently working to determine who the student came into contact with while infected.
Gov. John Carney announced Friday schools will be closed from Monday, March 16, to Friday, March 27.
Officials say 15% or more of the staff at the 63 schools closing Friday live in Montgomery County.
School officials say the university is not closing and all offices will remain open.
Many of the students are being given short notice to leave campus.
Students are advised to vacate Temple housing as soon as possible but no later than Saturday, March 21, by 5 p.m.
The university announced Wednesday classes will be taught remotely beginning Monday through at least April 3.
It's show-time at Camden Catholic High School in Cherry Hill and this year students are performing "Mary Poppins."
Rutgers University announced Tuesday that beginning Thursday, all classes have been canceled through the end of spring break due to the coronavirus.
Universities in Philadelphia are taking precautionary measures to keep the coronavirus from spreading across their campuses.
It's been just a few weeks since Nelson Perez was installed as the new Archbishop of Philadelphia.
Concord High School officials say the firearm was spotted by a teacher after it allegedly slipped out of a student's backpack.
Members of the Upper Darby Fire Department took time out of their day to read to first-grade students celebrating Read Across America.
This year, students wanted to participate in a green-out -- to be a part of an ongoing townwide campaign supporting three local teenagers who are battling cancer.
The district is still trying to figure out where the mace came from.
The University of Pennsylvania announced Wednesday that Erika James will be the next dean of the business school.
After an investigation, the threat was determined to be non-credible. Officials say all classes and activities will go on as scheduled on Tuesday.
Students and staff should report to school on Monday at their normal time.
Students were screened and their bags searched at the entrance of Penn Wood High School and Middle School in Delaware County, Friday morning.
Construction is underway at Ryan's Rise Up Café in Glen Mills with the goal of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
The 2025 mass shooting in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood left three people dead and 10 others wounded.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Construction is underway at Ryan's Rise Up Café in Glen Mills with the goal of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
Construction is underway at Ryan's Rise Up Café in Glen Mills with the goal of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
The 2025 mass shooting in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood left three people dead and 10 others wounded.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out 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.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
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.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
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.
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.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Here's what to know about the Philadelphia Eagles' free agents, 2026 NFL draft picks and more heading into the offseason.
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.
Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a blustery Thursday night.
Love City, which is in Callowhill, will open a second brewery in Manayunk in the spring.
A new café opening soon in Glen Mills, Delaware County is giving people with disabilities a place to work, grow and thrive. Madeleine Wright reports.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? CBS News Philadelphia's Liz Crawford reports.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners. Ryan Hughes reports.