City Controller Audit Finds School District Hasn't Paid $6M To Former Employees
The district blames the financial straits of the last few years.
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The district blames the financial straits of the last few years.
It's said the difference between a bright child and a gifted child is: A bright child knows the answers. A gifted child asks the questions.
Superintendent William Hite says with limited resources, the district decided during negotiations to put that plan on the shelf.
The SRC voted 4-1 to ratify the tentative agreement already approved by members of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers.
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers president Jerry Jordan made the announcement Monday night after the rank-and file met at the Liacouras Center.
A longtime effort to put lifesaving devices in every Philadelphia school is just about complete.
Negotiators are making progress, says Philadelphia Federation of Teachers president Jerry Jordan.
There appears to be progress in the four-year-old contract stalemate between the Philadelphia school district and its teachers.
House Speaker Mike Turzai warned that it would be tough to justify more funding for Philly schools if the district put up roadblocks to charter renewals.
Hundreds were nominated but only seven principals were recognized by the School District of Philadelphia for their excellent work at the Lindback Distinguished Principal Awards.
A preliminary version of the School District budget projects enough money for next year, but growing deficits looming after that.
Now playing at a radio near you, an ad campaign to hire up to 1,000 new teachers for the 2017-18 school year.
As Philadelphia students went back to school on Wednesday some parents expressed safety concerns over treacherous road conditions
The speaker of the state House is sponsoring legislation that would require the Philadelphia School District to expand the number of available charter school seats.
The Philadelphia School District has outlined plans to overhaul the academics at eleven low-performing schools.
DNC organizers are helping thousands of Philadelphia school children open up new books.
The Philadelphia Housing Authority is buying and renovating the closed Vaux High School, with the intention of reopening it in the fall.
The School District of Philadelphia has wrapped up a survey on its proposal for an earlier start to the academic year.
Members of Teamsters Local 502 of the Commonwealth Association of Administrators have elected Longstreth Elementary principal Robin Cooper as their new president.
It's been four years since Philadelphia teachers had a raise. Philadelphia Federation of Teachers president Jerry Jordan says that's making it hard to attract talent.
A state committee got a look at the stark differences among Pennsylvania school buildings on Monday.
The Philadelphia School District is proposing an earlier start to its school year by beginning fall classes before Labor Day.
The Philadelphia School District says schools will be open Tuesday, regardless of whether there is a SEPTA strike.
In this state-of-the-art production facility, students can make scripted shows, music recordings and news broadcasts.
On Friday the mayor blasted one school reform commission member on the issue.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
The announcement comes amid criticism of DHS spending under Noem, and as Congress has allowed the department's funding to lapse.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
The announcement comes amid criticism of DHS spending under Noem, and as Congress has allowed the department's funding to lapse.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution barring federal agents from using county-owned property for civil immigration activities.
Corropolese Italian Bakery and Deli has been a fan favorite in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, for more than a century and counting.
Three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
The explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township that injured four people shook people's homes in the area.
Four people were critically injured after an explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township, New Jersey, officials said.
PATCO is offering a $20 credit for anyone who accurately guesses when the snow pile at the Haddonfield station will fully melt.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a DoorDash customer got their lunch order after their delivery driver was arrested.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
Gas prices are spiking just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 22 cents per gallon in the last week, AAA says.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
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.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
Former Flyers head athletic trainer John Worley recalls being on the bench as USA Hockey won its first gold medal since 1980.
Quentin Grimes hit two tiebreaking free throws with 16.4 seconds remaining, Tyrese Maxey scored 25 points and the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz 106-102.
NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and former player Damon Jones are among 31 people charged in the federal case. They have pleaded not guilty.
Holtz coached Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, winning 100 games with the school, including a 12-0 national title-winning season in 1988.
Philadelphia 76ers' VJ Edgecombe will miss Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz with a back injury.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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.
Police say Joseph Bouffard was arrested for indecent assault that occurred at the West Sadsbury Township, Pennsylvania, Walmart store.
Vaccine hesitancy is becoming more prevalent among pet owners, veterinarians say. Vets say the shots are safe and prevent risky diseases that can spread to humans and other animals.
ChristianaCare is getting closer to opening its first microhospital in Delaware County. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright reports.
Pop star Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Wednesday night in Southern California, the Ventura County Sheriff's Office said.
John Worley is a Ridley Park native, West Chester University alum and current Minnesota Wild athletic trainer. He was on the bench as the U.S. stunned Canada for their first gold medal since 1980. Pat Gallen has the story.