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The school district is inviting educators and communities to submit ideas to turn around the academics at individual schools, or to create entirely new high schools.
Good news for the Class of 2015: Employers are reportedly planning to hire 9.6 percent more new grads this year than they did in 2014.
A charter school in Camden is celebrating its most accomplished graduating class yet.
The student has not been identified and police have not given his age. He is expected to face federal charges later on Friday.
Philadelphia district attorney Seth Williams engaged in a dialogue with 60 students at City School about the danger of using electronic devices to hurt someone by either words or photos.
It's part of a new program by the US Department of Homeland Security, called "iGuardian."
Coming up this month: two food-related fundraisers for worthy causes, and the reopening of the "Independence Beer Garden," at 6th and Market.
Rowan University has become the first New Jersey college where police are wearing body cameras.
Rob Dubow, the mayor's finance director, says raising property taxes by nine percent is the only way the city can raise the additional $103 million the school district needs next year.
African-American men aren't the only ones being profiled and singled out for enhanced attention by police, noted organizer Ryann Aaron.
Each Lindback award comes with a $20,000 stipend to be spent on the school.
Between sightseeing events today, the students gathered at the Israeli consulate in Philadelphia to discuss US-Israel relations with consular officials.
A Philadelphia-based coffee chain is putting one of its stores in the hands of Drexel University students, allowing them to get experience and college credit while working.
The tests are the primary way the state evaluates school performance. Some parents say it prevents teachers from doing their jobs effectively.
Mathew Farber is the Dr. Frankenstein behind this ambitious experiment.
A teacher in New Jersey who assigned her third-grade class to write "get well" letters to a sick inmate convicted of killing a Philadelphia police officer was suspended Friday, the school superintendent said.
Students at a Philadelphia elementary school are getting a very special surprise on Friday.
Some students at a Philadelphia high school have new Kindle Fires, which came from an untraditional source.
"We've been telling students to just either silence their phones, turn it off, or give it to the person in the car with you," one student leader advises.
Going class-to-class with city leaders, Wolf chatted with students and teachers at Kensington Health Sciences Academy, learning about the unique programs offered there for the more than 400 students.
The program addresses the growing problem of pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
The board that oversees Pennsylvania's 14 state-owned universities is endorsing a tuition freeze sought by Gov. Tom Wolf.
It's called "Second Nature: Junk Rethunk" -- a series of animal-inspired art sculptures on the grounds of the Philadelphia Zoo, all made out of recycled materials.
Kids have claimed to be drowning in a sea of homework for decades, but a new study seems to have found both the ideal amount and way to do the work for academic success.
The fastest texter won a scholarship to court reporting school.
Rose Bridge Farm in Dresher, Pennsylvania, says its "Cows and Coffee" experience helps care for the centuries-old property.
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
No rainfall is expected over the next few days in the Philadelphia region as the nor'easter has left the area.
Stepping in for Caleb Williams, Keenum was 24 for 34 for 247 yards.
The Phillies will turn to Jesús Luzardo on Tuesday to open Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series vs. the Braves.
Rose Bridge Farm in Dresher, Pennsylvania, says its "Cows and Coffee" experience helps care for the centuries-old property.
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
No rainfall is expected over the next few days in the Philadelphia region as the nor'easter has left the area.
Residents can expect to see heavy construction equipment and street closures as police continue investigating the Chew Avenue "house of horrors."
Stepping in for Caleb Williams, Keenum was 24 for 34 for 247 yards.
Rose Bridge Farm in Dresher, Pennsylvania, says its "Cows and Coffee" experience helps care for the centuries-old property.
12th Street Catering built a garden in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood to help feed the community.
Residents can expect to see heavy construction equipment and street closures as police continue investigating the Chew Avenue "house of horrors."
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Authorities are searching for more victims after a wrestling coach and gym teacher was charged with serious sexual offenses.
Brigantine estimates that hundreds of feet of beach were washed away, just three years after a beach replenishment project.
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Atlantic City Beach Patrol officials say this weekend's nor'easter caused the worst beach erosion the city has seen since Hurricane Sandy.
New Jersey's former lieutenant governor is breaking his silence a day after resigning from office.
A man armed with a knife was shot and killed by two Middle Township police officers in Rio Grande on Friday, the New Jersey Attorney General's Office said.
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Stepping in for Caleb Williams, Keenum was 24 for 34 for 247 yards.
The Phillies will turn to Jesús Luzardo on Tuesday to open Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series vs. the Braves.
LeBron James' contract might be the minimum, but the outlook is pretty much championship-or-bust for a franchise that has failed to advance out of the second round since 2001.
The NFL has asked the DHS to take down a video on social media showing highlights of Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins in reference to a potential caravan of immigrants approaching the U.S. border.
The Bears will look to rally from last week's ugly loss to the Vikings when they host the Eagles on Monday night at Soldier Field.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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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.
Rose Bridge Farm in Dresher, Pennsylvania, is letting visitors meet and cuddle kittens, goats and fluffy Highland cows as part of its "Cows and Coffee" experience. Wakisha Bailey introduces you to some of her new furry friends.
Leaders in Brigantine, New Jersey, say Gov. Mikie Sherill's office is trying to secure emergency funding to protect the city after major erosion greatly reduced the shoreline. She's expected to tour the damage later on Tuesday morning, Brandon Goldner reports.
Two major names in rock music are performing in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, AC/DC and Weezer. SEPTA says fans will have no "treble" getting to the shows.
Want to celebrate National Coffee Day in Philadelphia? The Center City District made a map called the Center City Coffee Trail with more than 70 places to sip.
Finally, a day where you won't need your umbrella. It'll be a quiet day with sunshine and a light breeze. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.