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Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
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Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
Nearly 200 schools in Philadelphia were impacted by a meat and poultry recall due to possible listeria contamination, according to a letter to parents from the School District of Philadelphia.
The upgrades mean the school no longer has to dismiss students early due to extreme heat, a routine practice for many School District of Philadelphia schools without full air conditioning.
Students in 63 Philadelphia public schools were released three hours early Tuesday due to inadequate air conditioning.
The School District of Philadelphia and other local districts welcomed students back to class on Monday for the first day of school.
Students in the School District of Philadelphia will be back in classrooms on Monday for the first day of school. Drivers are urged to be cautious with district buses back on the roads, and SEPTA is adding more officers at train and bus stops to help keep students safe.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker will discuss her "Full Day Full Year" initiative Thursday, which would extend school hours and the duration of the school year.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and educational leaders are set to announce their plan to extended school hours and eventually implement year-round school at more than a dozen public schools in the city.
In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, the School District of Philadelphia hosted its 14th annual free resource fair to provide insightful information about services and programs available to students with special needs and their families.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is giving $200,000 to the School District of Philadelphia to buy air conditioning units for 10 schools.
Taylor Dixon is an English teacher at West Philadelphia High School, but this is far from teaching students how the importance of literature and writing. Instead, Dixon leads the School District of Philadelphia's first-of-its-kind course about the history of tattooing and body art.
Philadelphia student musicians took center stage at WrestleMania Sunday, performing to a crowd of more than 70,000 as Superstar Roman Reigns strode into the arena.
Philadelphia teachers marched outside the school district headquarters to protest a policy they say penalizes them for taking sick days.
The Philadelphia school district and its largest union, the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, on Wednesday announced a tentative one-year contract extension.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington delivered his inaugural address Tuesday morning at CAPA, the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts.
A pastor in Kensington at Calvary Community C.D.C. is carving out a space for kids on this Friday's snow day.
Southwark School closed in late October over concerns about asbestos.
The Center for Black Educator Development conference focuses on issues including community engagement, stem instruction and mental health of students and teachers.
Jasmine Payoute tells us about the special ceremony held Thursday morning.
Reginald Streater joined CBS News Philadelphia on Wednesday morning to discuss what he wants to see from the city's next mayor to keep kids safe.
Superintendent Tony Watlington was a judge for the costume competition.
Clayton started her career in the district as a fourth-grade teacher before leading it for 11 years from 1982-1993.
Dozens of schools across the Philadelphia region, South Jersey and the Lehigh Valley are closing early due to the heat wave.
The Philadelphia School District will dismiss students early on Tuesday and Wednesday if they attend schools that do not have air conditioning.
School begins a week from Tuesday for Philadelphia public school students.
Temple University is turning to artificial intelligence to strengthen campus safety and help prevent gun violence.
Many of the dozens of events in Philadelphia for 2026 have already been announced, including World Cup matches and the MLB All-Star game.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
The family of Robert Jones, who was shot and killed by an off-duty Philadelphia detective in October, is demanding answers from police and the DA's office.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
St. Francis of Assisi School identified the teacher injured in the crash as Amy Travers and asked people to pray for her and her family.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
The order is a win for Dave McCormick and a loss for Bob Casey as the campaigns prepare for a statewide recount.
Temple University is turning to artificial intelligence to strengthen campus safety and help prevent gun violence.
Many of the dozens of events in Philadelphia for 2026 have already been announced, including World Cup matches and the MLB All-Star game.
Temple University is turning to artificial intelligence to strengthen campus safety and help prevent gun violence.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
The family of Robert Jones, who was shot and killed by an off-duty Philadelphia detective in October, is demanding answers from police and the DA's office.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
It may have taken 80 years, but U.S. Army Private Joseph Cocco's family honored the Purple Heart with a proper funeral.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that critically injured three women early Saturday morning.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
Years after suffering a birth injury, Ryan Stehlik is playing lacrosse and wants to eventually become a physical therapist and help others.
This nonprofit, Climbing for Community, helps connect children in underserved communities with the benefits of rock climbing.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
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.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
Lower Merion Police have located the vehicle and driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run of a woman in a wheelchair along City Avenue.
Federal money used to help SEPTA make up for lost riders is about to run out – and major cuts could be coming if that money is not replaced.
The Temple University athletic department announced that Stan Drayton is leaving the Owls football program after joining the team as head coach in 2021.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
The Orlando Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter to a 98-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup game.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
The Eagles' win improves the Birds to 8-2 and extends their winning streak to six games.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
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.
Temple University is working with ZeroEyes, a weapons detection system that uses artificial intelligence, in an effort to make the campus safer and reduce gun violence.
Police are searching for a man caught impersonating a United States Postal Service worker while taking packages from a North Philadelphia apartment building.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast as the Philadelphia region might see some rain later in the week.
As of Monday, Dave McCormick led by about 17,000 votes out of almost 7 million ballots counted — inside the 0.5% margin threshold to trigger an automatic statewide recount under Pennsylvania law.
Five others were also injured in the crash in the parking lot of Saint Kevin Parish, sources said.