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Philadelphia school district's 5-year strategic plan unanimously approved
The Philadelphia Board of Education unanimously voted Thursday to approve a five-year strategic plan to improve the school district.
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The Philadelphia Board of Education unanimously voted Thursday to approve a five-year strategic plan to improve the school district.
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
With temperatures forecasted to be above 90 degrees Friday, according to the National Weather Service, the School District of Philadelphia has decided to implement its "extreme heat protocol."
A public hearing got underway around 4 p.m. Thursday. Superintendent Tony Watlington gave remarks pitching the plan.
Siafa Lewis reports.
One highlight from the five-year plan is a year-round, extended school day pilot program.
Nikki DeMentri reports.
Frankford High School will remain closed through next year because of asbestos damage, the school district said.
Officials say there are 16 buildings in the district that need to be inspected by August, meaning more school closures are possible.
The roundtable comes less than a week after parents and teachers delivered a petition for information to school district leaders.
A group presented a petition at School District of Philadelphia headquarters Thursday. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Organizations CBS Philadelphia spoke with say the next mayor needs to tie the city, schools and education groups together.
Lawmakers met at the state capital Monday to sound the alarm about broken and toxic schools in Philadelphia and across the state.
Students are now attending in-person classes at McMichael Elementary School in West Philadelphia.
The West Oak Lane school plans on returning on May 2 after being closed since March due to damaged asbestos.
The School District of Philadelphia is hoping the school will be ready to reopen in two weeks, but if not, they might relocate the students to another building.
C.W. Henry joins a growing list of schools in the district closed due to the presence of the hazardous building material.
The district has more than 400 schools and 50 of them will get traffic calming improvements by the start of the new school year.
City Council passed new legislation to make it easier for speed bumps and other features to get installed.
Weeks after discovery of asbestos closed their school, Mitchell Elementary students will relocate to another school in West Philadelphia.
Mitchell Elementary students are relocating to McMichael Elementary in West Philadelphia.
Alphonso Evans leads Allen M. Stearne Elementary School in Frankford, and wants all his students to be able to pursue artistic dreams.
Wakisha Bailey reports.
Lisa Orlando was given "The Mona Cohen Excellence in Autism Education Award" for her evidence-based and individualized approach to teaching students with special needs.
The district's 13th Annual Autism Expo brought 35 vendors to their Spring Garden headquarters.
Rip currents are one of the leading weather-related killers and understanding what they are could help save your life.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is mourning the loss of their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects wanted for stealing a license plate from a police vehicle.
Trea Turner hit a bases-loaded single over a drawn-in outfield in the bottom of the ninth and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Washington 3-2 on Friday night.
An investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed in a park in the Olney neighborhood Friday night.
Rip currents are one of the leading weather-related killers and understanding what they are could help save your life.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is mourning the loss of their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects wanted for stealing a license plate from a police vehicle.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
Trea Turner hit a bases-loaded single over a drawn-in outfield in the bottom of the ninth and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Washington 3-2 on Friday night.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is mourning the loss of their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects wanted for stealing a license plate from a police vehicle.
An investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed in a park in the Olney neighborhood Friday night.
Saturday marks one month since Barbara Friedes was killed while riding her bike by what police said was a drunk driver. In the weeks since her death, CBS News Philadelphia has been researching the city's laws regarding bike lanes.
Students and staff showed excitement Friday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus School in Overbrook.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
Black-owned Free Haven Farms is one of the few USDA-certified organic farms in New Jersey, located in a community created by abolitionists.
Sen. Bob Menendez officially ended his election campaign on Friday, days before he is set to resign and just after Gov. Phil Murphy appointed a successor.
The Willingboro Police Department stepped up to help a young boy who loves Spider-Man following an unfortunate crime.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
One month after pausing dog adoptions due to a statewide kennel cough outbreak, Delaware has lifted all restrictions and is once again allowing dogs to move in and out of the state.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park will soon stop performing surgeries, Crozer Health confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia on Wednesday.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
Monday's nice weather made for a busy day on the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey.
August is Black Business Month and from farm to table, Honeysuckle Provisions in West Philadelphia is about making a difference in their neighborhood.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
Trea Turner hit a bases-loaded single over a drawn-in outfield in the bottom of the ninth and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Washington 3-2 on Friday night.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
The Eagles rallied back from a 13-6 deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the New England Patriots.
Council Rock Newtown will now face Salem Little League, the New England region champs, on Saturday.
A new movie called "Yall Drawn" is a mix of comedy and exaggerated reality that highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving young people.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
The Grammy-winning Philadelphia Orchestra's 2024-25 season highlights include a Wagner opera and M. Night Shyamalan hosting.
Taylor Swift's blockbuster "Eras Tour" resumed in London on Thursday after her concerts in Vienna were canceled earlier this month because of an alleged terror plot.
Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft, died at 94 on Wednesday, her representatives confirmed.
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.
After a week straight of arguably some of the best weather this summer it all comes to an end this weekend. Grant Gilmore has the forecast.
A water main break caused flooding and traffic troubles near Main Street in Manayunk. It happened on Cresson Street between Carson Street and Green Lane. The water department said the eight-inch main broke around 2 p.m. Friday. Crews shut off the main, pumped out the standing water and began making repairs.
The Category 1 hurricane is expected to kick up the threat of rip currents and make for a rough surf at the Jersey Shore. We're following up with a South Jersey business owner with loved ones who rode out Ernesto in Puerto Rico. We first introduced you to her earlier this week. Nikki DeMentri found out what's next for her family.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is remembering their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia. Kerri Corrado reports.
It’s a big weekend at the ballpark on Friday, being Alumni Weekend. While everyone knows the players on the field, part of what makes game day so special is the people who work at Citizens Bank Park. Alicia Roberts talked to a few legends in their own right.