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Superintendent Dr. William Hite joined school safety chief Kevin Bethel to discuss a number of approaches to try and decrease the number of crimes happening near and around school corridors.
"You are a worthless communist [expletive] who hates this country," one email read.
It comes after several players were kicked out of last Friday's game against Pleasantville following a fight on the field.
As city and school officials try to tamp down the rise in violence, activists say parents need a seat at the table.
Jones is creating the building blocks, one yard, one play, one score at a time to not only build a strong football team but strong young men physically, spiritually, and mentally.
The Transport Workers Union Local 234 current contract expires on Oct. 31.
An internal dispute over the theater program's management and direction spilled out onto the public stage this weekend. Its founder told thousands of alums it was suddenly in jeopardy.
Pennsylvania landed No. 21 on WalletHub's States with the Biggest Bullying Problems survey.
The new Aspire Residence Hall at St. Joe's will assist students with everything from personal care to problem-solving and communal living.
The threat forced the district to hold classes virtually Friday.
The district sent students home early Thursday after a post on social media threatened to shoot a Coatesville school next week.
Temple University announced Thursday Arthur Johnson has been named the new Vice President and Director of Athletics.
The process of finding a new superintendent to lead the Philadelphia School District is about to kick into high gear.
School selection allows students in grades K-12 the chance to attend a school outside of their neighborhood.
Officials talked about steps they're taking to ease the school bus driver shortage and to protect in-person learning on Thursday.
Vineland Schools said a social media threat talked about a possible school shooting.
The Vineland Police Department is investigating the threat.
Hite's contract expires in August of 2022.
The Community College of Philadelphia held an event to recognize National Voter Registration Day.
In Delaware, all educators, staff, contractors, and volunteers in kindergarten through 12th-grade schools will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing.
Students will be released three hours earlier than normal.
A student caused the fire after setting a paper towel roll on fire, which spread to the dispenser in one of the bathrooms, a letter from the school district says.
This recognition is based on a school's overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups, the Dept. of Education says.
It's been a bumpy start to the school year for the Glassboro School District.
In-person classes resumed at a charter school in Philadelphia's Logan neighborhood following a COVID-19 outbreak.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Sherwayne Garrison was charged with murder for shooting and killing a 48-year-old man last week after he tried to steal his car in Frankford.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
Philadelphia police are investigating four shootings, including three that happened in West Philly over the weekend.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Eagles will look to extend their winning streak to seven games tonight against the Rams on Sunday Night Football at SoFi Stadium.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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.
Andrew Kozak has your NEXT Weather forecast as we begin the holiday week in the Delaware Valley.
A man was charged with murder for shooting and killing another man who attempted to steal his car in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Friday, police said.
A man wanted for shooting and killing a man inside a pizza shop after a fender-bender is now in custody, Philadelphia police said Sunday.
Philadelphia International Airport was bustling Sunday night and many say they aren't letting the potentially nasty weather dampen their holiday spirits.
Andrew Kozak has your NEXT Weather forecast as we get ready for the holiday week in the Philadelphia area.