Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says Lack Of Emergency Order Or Regulation Doomed Mask Mandate
The justices' 58-page opinion released Thursday does not discuss whether school districts have the legal authority to require masks.
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The justices' 58-page opinion released Thursday does not discuss whether school districts have the legal authority to require masks.
Alison Beam had served in an acting role since January when Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf tapped her to replace Dr. Rachel Levine, who left for the Biden administration.
They ruled that the masking mandate, which also applies to child care facilities, is not valid because it was imposed by Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf's acting health secretary without legal authorization.
He urged residents to participate in an upcoming walk-in vaccine clinic that will offer all COVID-19 vaccines, boosters and pediatric vaccines for anyone eligible.
Bucks County has been one of the most contentious counties still practically debating the mandate, including Pennridge Schools, where the board there told parents in a letter they believe "the governor exceeded authority."
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf came to Philadelphia to sign an executive order for environmental justice in Pennsylvania on Thursday.
The new station will include platforms that will conform with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Pennsylvania House Republicans are hoping a rarely used procedure will halt a statewide school masking order Thursday when a special panel will consider whether it should be formally adopted as a regulation rather than simply as an order by the acting Health secretary.
The new four-bill package would enact a new "Yes Means Yes" law, requiring colleges to have policies with clear standards for what is and isn't consent.
Efforts are underway to increase vaccines in communities where hesitancy continues to be a problem in Pennsylvania.
Governor Tom Wolf's administration is joining forces with a pizza chain owner in the call for raising Pennsylvania's minimum wage.
Pennsylvania's Attorney General Josh Shapiro has formally announced his candidacy for governor, becoming the first Democratic candidate in the gubernatorial race.
Murphy, along with Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and the governors from New York and Connecticut, announced a memorandum to share gun crime data in order to enhance public safety.
Officials talked about steps they're taking to ease the school bus driver shortage and to protect in-person learning on Thursday.
Almost 70% of Pennsylvania is fully vaccinated, but the state continues to have a high number of daily COVID-19 infections.
Officials say a federal disaster for part of Pennsylvania, including Bridgeport, could soon be declared.
The centerpiece of Gov. Tom Wolf's plan to fight climate change will confront its last regulatory hurdle Wednesday, in a fight pitting Democrats, nuclear power plant owners and the renewable energy sector against Republicans, fossil fuel-plant owners, blue-collar labor unions and heavy industry.
Gov. Tom Wolf says all employees in Pennsylvania who work in state health care and high-risk congregate facilities will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Sept. 7.
The investigation concluded that 11 women from within and outside state government were telling the truth when they said Cuomo had touched them inappropriately, commented on their appearance or made suggestive comments about their sex lives.
Gov. Tom Wolf said Monday the U.S. small business administration approved his request, making financial aid available.
The attorneys claim the lockdown was unconstitutional and violated Pennsylvanians' rights.
The centerpiece of Gov. Tom Wolf's plan to fight climate change took another step Tuesday toward the final regulatory threshold to impose a price on carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants in Pennsylvania.
The governor says the new law also allows the state to stay competitive when trying to recruit college athletes.
Wolf, 72, is term-limited and must leave office in January 2023.
A Republican-crafted bill to ban so-called COVID-19 "vaccine passports" in some cases and to restrict the health secretary's actions during health emergencies was vetoed Thursday by Pennsylvania's Democratic governor.
Sunday, the Delaware Valley will cap off the heat wave with highs near 90 under mostly sunny skies.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Sunday, the Delaware Valley will cap off the heat wave with highs near 90 under mostly sunny skies.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
This year's Pride celebration is moving to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Old City and the Gayborhood to accommodate larger crowds and will be a ticketed event.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the Sunday's 2026 Pride March and Festival.
Despite receiving $48 million without the ride-hailing tax being passed, the School District of Philadelphia is still cutting over 300 positions.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
After a controversial paid parking ordinance was recently repealed and rescinded, Diamond Beach residents are taking a stand again.
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.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
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.
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.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
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.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month as the Phillies beat the Padres 6-4 Thursday to complete a season sweep.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak ended, but J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Padres, 3-2, at Citizens Bank Park.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless innings streak ended Wednesday night vs. the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning.
"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.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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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.
Rain and storms rolled through the Delaware Valley Saturday evening. Now, the region will cap off the heat wave with highs near 90. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some neighbors say road closures in the area are causing more traffic in their neighborhood. Ryan Hughes reports.
Saturday evening, gusty scattered storms will develop, and a few of the storms may turn briefly severe with damaging winds and large hail as the main threats. Andrew Kozak reports.
Community members lined the streets of Media on Saturday for the fourth annual Delco Pride Parade, celebrating visibility, community and support for LGBTQ+ residents across Delaware County. Eva Andersen reports.
It might be hot, but Delco Pride organizers say "it's hot to go to Media" for Saturday's Delaware County Pride Parade down State Street. Chilekasi Adele catches up with Kyle McIntyre and Kayla Cocci.