Man arrested in N.J. in shooting of Philadelphia school safety officer, police say
Police say a suspect was arrested in Paramus, New Jersey, in the shooting that critically injured a Philadelphia school safety officer at the end of June.
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Police say a suspect was arrested in Paramus, New Jersey, in the shooting that critically injured a Philadelphia school safety officer at the end of June.
Students will get before and after-school care at these extended day, extended year schools.
A total of 40 schools now offer the free extended before- and after-school care and camps during winter, spring and summer breaks.
The School District of Philadelphia acknowledged Thursday that there had been lapses in its schedule to inspect schools for damaged asbestos.
The School District of Philadelphia is the first in the nation to be charged with violations of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, which requires inspections of buildings containing asbestos and remediation work to be completed every three years.
Teachers and school officials, including Superintendent Tony Watlington, are calling for state legislators to increase school funding.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers said the School District of Philadelphia could be forced to make painful cuts if it doesn't get the money needed before next year's budget. Brandon Goldner chats with the PFT's Benjamin Hover before the bus ride.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, which represents 14,000 union teachers, school nurses and counselors, has overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike. A strike could happen if the union and School District of Philadelphia can't reach a contract agreement by Aug. 31, 2025/
Several school districts in the Philadelphia region have partnered with Bus Patrol, a company that operates an AI-powered school bus safety program, and the results have shown a staggering number of violations by drivers in the Delaware Valley.
A free training program at Jefferson Health is preparing Philadelphia students for jobs in health care and in the Jefferson system.
No students were aboard the bus, according to a spokesperson for the School District of Philadelphia.
The School District of Philadelphia appears to have been hit with a cyber fraud scheme that resulted in nearly $700,000 being diverted.
The School District of Philadelphia appears to have been hit with a cyber fraud scheme that resulted in nearly $700,000 being diverted, authorities said. The City Controller, Christy Brady, made a joint announcement with Councilmember Isaiah Thomas and District Superintendent Tony Watlington.
Drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses in Philadelphia may soon be caught on camera.
The School District of Philadelphia announced the start of registrations from the Welding Lab at Thomas Edison High School in North Philly.
A bill to put speed cameras in several different school zones in Philadelphia was voted out of committee Monday in City Council.
A bill that would create a pilot program for speed enforcement cameras in some Philadelphia school zones passed out of committee. City Council will vote on the proposal later this month.
Philadelphia community leaders and students talked about opportunities for young people in the city and ways to prevent gun violence during an event at Temple University Wednesday.
Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed 2026 budget includes some tax cuts, expansion of programs for the School District of Philadelphia and more money for America's 250th anniversary celebration.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said federal funding is critical for the city's schools.
Tony Watlington was in Washington on Monday to meet with congressional leaders amid President Trump's plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
Sorry, Philadelphia public school students. You'll have a normal schedule on Monday even if the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX.
Superintendent Tony Watlington talked about scholastic improvement and a new challenge the district may be facing ahead of the State of the Schools address.
Officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite "repeated, extensive notice" that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior.
Three Eagles greats and other special guests surprised students with gifts during the launch of Operation Snowball.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
FOX and NBCUniversal have the broadcasting rights for the 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid-90s on Thursday and Friday, but the humidity will make it feel closer to 100 degrees.
FOX and NBCUniversal have the broadcasting rights for the 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The first wave of extended-hours permits allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. have been approved just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A man was shot and killed in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood over a parking dispute Wednesday night, police said.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
More than 50 shots were fired in a shooting that hurt seven people in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, local officials say.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
FOX and NBCUniversal have the broadcasting rights for the 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Alec Bohm hit a three-run home run, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper also went deep, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adolis García left the game vs. the Blue Jays in the seventh inning after making consecutive throws to home plate on sacrifice flies.
The Eagles added some depth to their defensive line by signing A.J. Epenesa, who spent the last six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
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 senior class graduation ceremony in Abington, Pennsylvania, was interrupted by a storm on Wednesday. Strong wind and rain sent seniors in their caps and gowns running off the field.
From food trucks to games and plenty of screens to watch World Cup soccer, Lemon Hill is ready to host thousands of fans at the FIFA Fan Festival. Wakisha Bailey reports from the grounds and shows around.
Police identified the motorcyclist as 30-year-old Ian Patrick Quigg of Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be hot and humid with a chance of severe storms. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia leaders say they've found a way to fund the school district and protect jobs.