Philadelphia School District's Message To Tax Deadbeats: Pay Up
The new School Reform Commission policy means that vendors looking for school contracts have to have their use and occupancy taxes and other city taxes paid up.
The new School Reform Commission policy means that vendors looking for school contracts have to have their use and occupancy taxes and other city taxes paid up.
Superintendent William Hite told a daylong City Council hearing on Tuesday that he will announce an updated school closure plan next week.
The report by the Pew Trusts' Philadelphia Research Initiative looked at what's happened to closed schools in 12 cities and researcher Emily Dowdall says most of them are still sitting vacant.
Part of the debate over closing 37 Philadelphia schools includes the possibility of moving some schools into the cavernous district headquarters building.
The School District of Philadelphia is strapped for cash, yet the CBS 3 I-Team found it is spending tens of millions of dollars a year – your tax money – on a big perk payout: letting workers cash in on unused vacation, personal and sick days.
The rally was organized by the Philadelphia Coalition Advocating for Public Schools and Juntos, a non-profit that works for equal rights for the Latino immigrant community.
Philadelphia area community groups are joining together to fight the School District recommendation to close 37 public schools at the end of the school year.
Public school advocates are already asking for changes in the action plan unveiled today by Philadelphia schools superintendent William Hite. KYW's Pat Loeb reports they want a moratorium on the school closings Hite as proposed.
After receiving an independently-funded consultant's report school district leadership recommended downsizing the central office and turning over school operations to so-called "achievement networks" in the springtime.
The Philadelphia School District has sold two historic buildings -- one for a lot, one for a little.
A day after one of the nation's deadliest shootings, school districts locally and across the country are wondering if there's more schools should be doing to ensure their children's safety.
Local activist groups, students, parents and community members plan to come together Saturday afternoon to protest the recommended school closings announced on Wednesday.
When the closing bell rang Thursday, students began learning about the fate of their school.
Protesters rallied outside of the Philadelphia School District's headquarters on North Broad Street just hours after the district announced the closures.
At a 2 pm news conference, Superintendent William Hite identifies the school buildings on the list to close next fall.
Superintendent William Hite says he'll be ready to announce late next week which of about 40 Philadelphia public school buildings are on the list to close for good.
The school was in the spotlight two years ago when dozens of Asian students alleged they were being bullied on campus. Some parents says the punishment does not fit the crime.
The Philadelphia School District will get a Chief Financial Officer, on Monday, for the first time in nearly 11 months.
GreatPhillySchools.org includes information and ratings on over 400 public, charter, private and parochial schools in Philadelphia.
The School Reform Commission okayed the sale of $265-million in bonds just to get the district through its deficit this year.
Sam Pawlucy, a 16-year-old sophomore at Charles Carroll High School in Port Richmond, was allegedly removed from geometry class because she was wearing a Romney-Ryan campaign shirt.
The School District of Philadelphia on Tuesday launched a series of public meetings as it begins the process of permanently closing dozens of school buildings.
The race is on for Philadelphia's public school 8th graders. By November 2nd they must select five high schools and starting September 19 applications will be accepted.
There are 89 regular high schools in Philadelphia - 54 run by the District and 39 charters. The good news is that students in Philly have a choice - but it's not an easy one.
Breaking down the numbers from this week's "persistently dangerous" schools report shows the overall rate of violent incidents was down slightly last year over the year before. But morals offenses were up 38 percent.
Our streak of dry, sunny and warm days will continue the next few days with temperatures climbing into the 80s Monday through Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
The Eagles recorded eight sacks and cruised to an easy 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Police say a 40-year-old man was critically injured after a truck ran a red light and struck his vehicle before crashing into several parked cars in Philadelphia.
Former President Donald Trump worked the drive-thru at a McDonald's in Bucks County before hosting a town hall in Lancaster.
Saquon Barkley recorded 176 rushing yards on 17 carries and a touchdown in the Eagles' win over the Giants.
Our streak of dry, sunny and warm days will continue the next few days with temperatures climbing into the 80s Monday through Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Police say a 40-year-old man was critically injured after a truck ran a red light and struck his vehicle before crashing into several parked cars in Philadelphia.
Former President Donald Trump worked the drive-thru at a McDonald's in Bucks County before hosting a town hall in Lancaster.
Philadelphians took advantage of an unseasonably warm Saturday, perfect for outdoor dining, tennis and tailgating.
Legendary hip-hop performers, DJ Jazzy Jeff, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane and Rakim, headlined a free pop-up concert to help get Philadelphians excited to vote.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
A drought watch has been issued for the entire state of New Jersey due to the lack of rainfall and worsening drought conditions. Here's how residents can conserve water.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
Giving back in the form of teddy bears is the mission of one Delaware grandmother helping her local police department.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
Ruben Bautista walked away from the corrections center on Tuesday after failing to return from an approved program pass.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Seniors stayed active and embraced the joyful moments of their golden years at the annual Senior Strut at Boathouse Row.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic might be able to help with substance abuse, according to new research.
A travel nurse from the Philadelphia area was stationed in Asheville, North Carolina when Hurricane Helene flooded the region.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Streets are closed around Philadelphia for the Philly Bike Ride on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Police reported a seven-vehicle crash and vehicle fire on Route 309 in Fort Washington on Friday morning.
Video from a passenger aboard the train showed smoke coming from a stopped SEPTA Regional Rail train car.
Police say a 3-year-old boy from Lindenwold has died after he was hit by a car on Route 73 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
The Eagles recorded eight sacks and cruised to an easy 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Saquon Barkley recorded 176 rushing yards on 17 carries and a touchdown in the Eagles' win over the Giants.
The 3-2 Philadelphia Eagles are looking to get their second win in a row after narrowly beating the Cleveland Browns at home in Week 6.
The Vancouver Canucks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 Saturday night.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, the late Jimmy Buffett and A Tribe Called Quest, among others.
Portals.org confirmed Philadelphia will have a Portal open up next week in Love Park.
The winner of the Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest will be crowned in an event on Sunday featuring celebrity judges.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast as we continue to deal with dry conditions across the Delaware Valley.
Saquon Barkley had a dominant afternoon in his return to MetLife Stadium in a 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Neighbors described the scene after a violent crash Sunday morning sent one man to the hospital and damaged several parked cars in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood. Philadelphia police are looking for four suspects.
An investigation is underway after police in Pemberton Township, New Jersey, shot and killed a man in Browns Mills.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region as we deal with a dry stretch with no rain.