Philadelphia School District updates COVID-19 safety, health protocols
Madeleine Wright reports.
Madeleine Wright reports.
The School District of Philadelphia revealed its COVID-19 plans for when students return to the classroom on Friday. Here's what you need to know.
Tony Watlington comes to Philadelphia from North Carolina, where he was the superintendent of the Rowan-Salisbury School District.
They were commissioned Friday morning at the Broad Street Garage.
For the first time, the district held a lottery for students hoping to attend the city's most elite schools. The results have one local family facing a difficult decision.
The lottery is part of the Philadelphia Schools District's new admission policy for specialty schools, and a lot of families are unhappy with the process.
Horner views college classes in his future to continue his education.
Cloth masks alone are no longer allowed in Philadelphia public schools.
The Philadelphia School District is getting help to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among its students.
More than 100 Philadelphia schools shifted to virtual learning this week.
Now, a total of 98 schools have switched to virtual learning through Friday in Philadelphia.
The school district said it will make a decision about shifting any other schools to virtual learning by 4 p.m. Sunday.
Dawn Reeves claims she first reported the bullying to school officials in October and that her requests for a transfer have been ignored.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is calling on the School District of Philadelphia to pause in-person learning for a week over COVID-19 concerns.
The district says student-athletes will continue to be tested twice per week until they present proof of vaccination by the deadlines.
All public schools in Philadelphia will remain open for in-person learning next week if a SEPTA strike occurs, the Philadelphia School District says.
A critical vote Sunday could impact thousands of SEPTA commuters, as well as thousands of parents, in the Philadelphia area.
The Philadelphia School District is investigating after a parent says a teacher let his child to make a wooden gun in shop class.
The process of finding a new superintendent to lead the Philadelphia School District is about to kick into high gear.
The city's health department will flag a school to pause in-person learning when it has identified six cases within a 14-day incubation period within the school setting.
The decision came during their Tuesday night meeting.
The new supplies will be distributed to five schools across the Philadelphia School District.
The hybrid model consists of two days of in-person learning and three days of virtual learning.
All of the high schools in the city will have an opportunity to have graduation ceremonies for their graduating seniors.
This dashboard will be updated weekly to complement those efforts and provide a districtwide snapshot across all schools.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
As Hurricane Helene races toward Florida, crews from Pennsylvania are on their way to help restore power.
Philadelphia police say they are looking for more than 100 people who were involved in illegal car meetups over the weekend.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers who tried to impeach Krasner improperly tried to stretch that process across two different legislative sessions.
A Pennsylvania woman has been convicted of killing her two young children, who were found hanging in the basement of their home five years ago.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
As Hurricane Helene races toward Florida, crews from Pennsylvania are on their way to help restore power.
Philadelphia police say they are looking for more than 100 people who were involved in illegal car meetups over the weekend.
The Philadelphia Phillies have clinched a first-round bye and can still get the top seed in the National League. Here's how.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers who tried to impeach Krasner improperly tried to stretch that process across two different legislative sessions.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
As Hurricane Helene races toward Florida, crews from Pennsylvania are on their way to help restore power.
A Pennsylvania woman has been convicted of killing her two young children, who were found hanging in the basement of their home five years ago.
Days after the deadline for the SS United States to leave Philadelphia was suspended, Okaloosa County, Florida, said it has the money to acquire the historic ship.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
An emotional video tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and 13 seconds of silence opened the Blue Jackets' preseason game Wednesday night at Nationwide Arena.
PA Task Force 1 and NJ Task Force 1 have mobilized in response to Hurricane Helene, which could have "catastrophic" effects on Florida's Gulf Coast.
A new exhibit inside the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington, D.C., will feature work from a Camden County retired officer.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
According to AAA, prices at the pump in Delaware have fallen $0.70/gal from this time last year, and experts with GasBuddy say they're the lowest we've seen since 2021.
After what has been the driest start to September in almost 20 years, a little rain has returned to the Delaware Valley.
Several Delaware beaches are closed to swimming after medical waste, including hypodermic needles, washed ashore.
Delaware State Police said card skimmers were recently found at the self-checkout kiosks in four Wawa locations across Sussex County.
Filling up care packages for families with babies in intensive care, where newborns often teeter between life and death.
A New Jersey woman turning 101 says she reached the milestone age by eating whatever she wants, "but in moderation."
A new study shows a third of former NFL players believe they sustained brain damage playing football.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
Water safety is a year-round concern for families with children, especially those on the autism spectrum.
Nearly 300 Sheetz stores in Pennsylvania are now selling canned cocktails after a new law went into effect.
Food service workers at Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center in South Philadelphia went on strike early Monday morning.
Mike Monachetti is proud to be running Mike's Seafood in Sea Isle City's Fish Alley.
Hotels and restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump brings a boost for business.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
Two lanes on I-476 north at the PA Turnpike Northeast Extension in Plymouth Meeting have reopened after a tractor-trailer hauling chicken scrap caught fire and temporarily closed the highway.
A $10.7 million improvement project is officially underway along Kings Highway in Camden County, stretching over three towns — Haddon Heights, Audubon and Mount Ephraim.
The Philadelphia Phillies have clinched a first-round bye and can still get the top seed in the National League. Here's how.
Netflix has acquired the rights to a documentary reliving the standing ovation that turned Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner's 2023 season around.
An emotional video tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and 13 seconds of silence opened the Blue Jackets' preseason game Wednesday night at Nationwide Arena.
If Cristopher Sanchez is called upon to pitch Game 2 of the NLDS, he'll be ready to show the Phillies they made the right decision.
The 80-page agreement contains details about Philadelphia's economic plan, its commitment to Chinatown and more.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
The Met Philadelphia on Broad Street will host a special rally on Friday designed to reach young Black people on National Black Voter Day.
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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.
Last week, the Eagles had multiple starters go down due to several injuries against the Saints. Backups like Fred Johnson and Tyler Steen stepped up in their place to help the Birds secure the win.
Travelers at Philadelphia International Airport faced delays and cancellations Thursday, mostly for flights in and out of Florida, as Hurricane Helene gets close to the United States.
A short documentary reliving the standing ovation that turned Phillies shortstop Trea Turner's first season in Philadelphia around is coming to Netflix in October.
A Florida county now has the money to acquire and sink the historic ship, creating the world's largest artificial reef.
Researchers in Europe are using robots to aid stroke patients as they recover. Stephanie Stahl reports.