Philly school district, archdiocesan schools head back to classroom Thursday
Some parochial elementary schools will remain remote because of transportation issues, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia said.
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Some parochial elementary schools will remain remote because of transportation issues, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia said.
After two days of remote learning due to the snow, Philadelphia public and archdiocesan schools are heading back to the classroom on Thursday. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei reports.
The great dig-out began Monday after a winter storm dumped over 9 inches of snow in Philadelphia, but the city's snow emergency will continue until further notice, Mayor Cherelle Parker said Monday. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
The School District of Philadelphia plans to close 20 schools and modernize or maintain hundreds more in the next 10 years.
The 10-year, $2.8 billion proposal would see the School District of Philadelphia modernize 159 current school buildings and maintain another 122.
School District of Philadelphia officials are urging families to register their children for kindergarten and pre-K soon.
School District of Philadelphia leaders are encouraging families to sign children up for pre-K and kindergarten when the registration window opens next week.
Mayor Parker and Superintendent Tony Watlington outlined plans to add two optional year-round schools in North Philly's Promise Zone.
Philadelphia's public schools took center stage Wednesday as Mayor Cherelle Parker and district leaders outlined a vision focused on expanding year-round learning, opening new schools in North Philadelphia and addressing long-vacant school buildings across the city. During the address, Superintendent Tony Watlington announced plans to open two new optional choice schools in North Philadelphia's Promise Zone — a K–8 school and a high school.
During her State of Public Education speech this year, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker touched on the issue of vacant schools throughout the city.
Philadelphia police have released surveillance video showing the person they believe is responsible for defacing Roxborough High School's exterior walls with spray painted racist and antisemitic messages early on Sunday, January 4. Anyone who recognizes the person in the video is asked to contact police.
The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating after racist and antisemitic graffiti was found on the outside of Roxborough High School.
Families impacted by gun violence gathered at the School District of Philadelphia's headquarters Wednesday for the Mothers In Charge toy giveaway.
Pressure has been building to address vacant former schools in the city of Philadelphia, after one in East Germantown became a crime scene when a man allegedly buried Kada Scott's body there. The Board of Education meets at 4 p.m. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
The Emmy-winning creator is working to eliminate financial barriers that keep some Philadelphia public schools from taking field trips.
The School District of Philadelphia is under investigation by a Congressional committee for alleged antisemitism.
Middle schoolers in Philadelphia turned into critics at the school district's annual food show Wednesday.
A day after three Philadelphia restaurants received the city's first Michelin stars, hundreds of students participated in their own version of the Michelin Guide on Wednesday at their annual food show. Ray Strickland reports.
The School District of Philadelphia is surveying the community to get feedback on which schools should be modernized, merged or closed.
The community says Ada H.H. Lewis Middle School has been a magnet for illegal dumping, crime and neglect. Kada Scott's body was found near the vacant school.
A Philadelphia city councilmember is calling for the vacant Ada H. H. Lewis Middle School to be demolished as the investigation into Kada Scott's death continues to unfold.
Lincoln High School's football season may not be over.
School District of Philadelphia officials are reviewing the suspensions of some of the Lincoln High School football players, a parent told CBS News Philadelphia.
The School District of Philadelphia program is designed to give parents and caregivers tools to support their children's success in school and in daily life.
The School District of Philadelphia has re-launched its Parent and Family University, offering free classes for families beginning in October.
The last of the average temperature days are now behind us for the foreseeable future, with a huge push of summer-like air heading to the Philadelphia region starting Monday.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
A man died after he was hit by a car Sunday night in Philadelphia, police say.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' final regular-season game.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
The last of the average temperature days are now behind us for the foreseeable future, with a huge push of summer-like air heading to the Philadelphia region starting Monday.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro, along with Mayor Cherelle Parker, while in Philadelphia.
A man died after he was hit by a car Sunday night in Philadelphia, police say.
A man died after he was hit by a car Sunday night in Philadelphia, police say.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
A West Chester University student was hit and killed by a car early Sunday morning, police said.
A 19-year-old motorcyclist died after he lost control and crashed into a wall on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia Sunday, police said.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is back in service following the deaths of Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick.
A mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others wounded, officials said.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
A suspect was linked to the murders of 24-year-old Marebeth Welsh in 1993 and 16-year-old Jennifer Persia in 1994, prosecutors said.
Leaders in New Jersey are getting ready to welcome visitors for a series of events for America's 250th anniversary.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
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.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' final regular-season game.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Philadelphia Phillies rookie right-hander Andrew Painter, who was scratched from his scheduled start because of a migraine, instead threw five innings of relief after spending the morning throwing up.
Jose Fernandez and Adrian Del Castillo hit RBI singles in the eighth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat Philadelphia 4-3 on Sunday and send the Phillies to their fourth loss in five games.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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 bodies of the two missing workers who were trapped following the parking garage collapse in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood on April 8 were recovered early Monday morning, Mayor Cherelle Parker said.
City crews on Sunday completed the demolition phase of the parking garage that collapsed in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood last week.
Andrew Kozak says the Philadelphia region will experience summer-like temperatures this week. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and has previously made statements at odds with other priorities of the Trump administration, such as the ongoing crackdown on illegal immigration.
Andrew Koak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a mild Sunday night.