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After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: How "record-setting" responses will shape facilities suggestions
Public feedback has been a cornerstone of the School District of Philadelphia’s facilities planning process. Now that the open-ended survey period ha…
2 months, 1 week ago
City Council challenges Parker, Krasner during busy final week
A last-minute agreement between SEPTA and transportation workers avoids a strike. Hear the details as City Council takes on Mayor Parker, pushing for…
2 months, 1 week ago
After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: What to do with vacant district buildings
The October murder of Kada Scott on vacant Philadelphia public school district property ushered to the forefront the question of what the district sh…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Schuylkill closures, housing plan clash, NJ hearing chaos & A new cruise terminal
Philadelphia drivers brace for months of overnight closures on the westbound Schuylkill Expressway as bridge repairs begin. In City Hall, Council adv…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: Quinta Brunson's big field trip gift
It’s always a momentous week when a big tie alum steps up to give back. On Giving Tuesday, “Abbott Elementary” star and Charter High graduate Quinta …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Suspects in 2023 cop killing found guilty, SEPTA gets latest lifeline, Wanamaker holiday light show returns
There were some unexpected twists and turns during jury deliberations, but in the end, the suspects in the 2023 killing of Philadelphia police office…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: How much should teachers stick to curriculum guidance?
Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.’s mailbag is always open on “After School!” This week’s edition begins with a question from a School District of Philadelphia…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Regional rail inspections, city contracts, uninsured children, murder case, Michelin stars, and marching band wins big
SEPTA's regional rail inspections are ongoing. The city's new executive order reserves a percentage of city contracts for small local businesses. A s…
3 months ago
After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: A new facilities survey, and lottery thoughts
The School District of Philadelphia’s facilities planning project is nearing the finish line, as the district this past week sent out a survey for fa…
3 months ago
SEPTA struggles continues, Thanksgiving costs are rising, and PA’s 135-day budget impasse finally passes
Philadelphia faces yet more commuter strains as SEPTA cancels a dozen Regional Rail trains this week. Holiday costs are also rising; the average Than…
3 months, 1 week ago