Philadelphia Federation of Teachers proposes alternative plan to save 17public schools facing closure
The fight to keep 17 Philadelphia public schools from closing reached a boiling point at the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) headquarters on 18th & Chestnut Streets. Amid a packed house of union officials, educators, and staff, the labor union unveiled an alternative plan designed to halt the School District’s controversial 2026 Facilities Master Plan.
The fight to keep 17 Philadelphia public schools from closing reached a boiling point at the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) headquarters on 18th & Chestnut Streets. Amid a packed house of union officials, educators, and staff, the labor union unveiled an alternative plan designed to halt the School District’s controversial 2026 Facilities Master Plan.
Kelly's Classroom: Veterans Day Breakfast
FOX 29's Bob Kelly joins the Veterans Day breakfast at Blair Mill Elementary School in Hatboro, PA.
FOX 29's Bob Kelly joins the Veterans Day breakfast at Blair Mill Elementary School in Hatboro, PA.
Ole Miss investigating students racist gestures caught on camera
University of Mississippi officials launched an investigation after doorbell camera footage surfaced showing students making racist gestures outside the apartment of Black classmates.
University of Mississippi officials launched an investigation after doorbell camera footage surfaced showing students making racist gestures outside the apartment of Black classmates.
Kelly's Classroom: Williamson College of the Trades
Fox 29's Bob Kelly travels to Media, PA, to showcase the programs at Williamson College of the Trades.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly travels to Media, PA, to showcase the programs at Williamson College of the Trades.
Football Faceoff: Archbishop Wood High School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Archbishop Wood High School in Warminster, PA, ahead of their Philadelphia Catholic League 3A championship game against Archbishop Carroll High School.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Archbishop Wood High School in Warminster, PA, ahead of their Philadelphia Catholic League 3A championship game against Archbishop Carroll High School.
2 Drexel University frats placed on interim suspension for allegations of sexual misconduct, hazing
Two Drexel University fraternities have been placed on interim suspension as the school investigates allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing.
Two Drexel University fraternities have been placed on interim suspension as the school investigates allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing.
Kelly's Classroom: St. Monica School Book Fair
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits the book fair at St. Monica School in South Philadelphia.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits the book fair at St. Monica School in South Philadelphia.
Philly HBCU Week: Lincoln University and Virginia Union face off, Ludacris performs
Lincoln University and Virginia Union University competed at Lincoln Financial Field for One Philly HBCU Week, featuring a step show and musical performances.
Lincoln University and Virginia Union University competed at Lincoln Financial Field for One Philly HBCU Week, featuring a step show and musical performances.
BOB-O-WEEN: Halloween Parade At Concord Elementary School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits the Halloween parade at Concord Elementary School in Glen Mills, PA.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits the Halloween parade at Concord Elementary School in Glen Mills, PA.
17 Philadelphia schools expected to close in June under district modernization plan
17 Philadelphia schools are set to close after Board of Education approval of a $3 billion modernization plan, prompting rallies and council calls for intervention.
17 Philadelphia schools are set to close after Board of Education approval of a $3 billion modernization plan, prompting rallies and council calls for intervention.
Football Faceoff: Abington Senior High School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Abington Senior High School ahead of their breast cancer fundraising game against North Penn High School.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Abington Senior High School ahead of their breast cancer fundraising game against North Penn High School.
Philly HBCU Week: Choirs compete, inspire at West Philly gospel showcase
Philadelphia hosts the One Philly HBCU Week celebration with choir competitions, gospel showcases, and college events at church and citywide venues.
Philadelphia hosts the One Philly HBCU Week celebration with choir competitions, gospel showcases, and college events at church and citywide venues.
West Philadelphia bands, cheerleaders shine at HBCU week Battle of the Bands
High school and community performers gathered in West Philadelphia for a Battle of the Bands event celebrating local talent and HBCU week.
High school and community performers gathered in West Philadelphia for a Battle of the Bands event celebrating local talent and HBCU week.
Teacher Surprise: Loesche Elementary School
FOX 29's Bob Kelly surprises a teacher at Loesche Elementary School in Northeast Philadelphia.
FOX 29's Bob Kelly surprises a teacher at Loesche Elementary School in Northeast Philadelphia.
Linda McMahon plans to 'fire' herself from the Department of Education: Here's why
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is doubling down on closing the Department of Education.
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is doubling down on closing the Department of Education.
Trump administration ends legal battle to overhaul student loan forgiveness program
President Donald Trump’s administration dropped a pair of appeals this week involving a planned overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which was designed to forgive loans for qualifying public service workers after 10 years’ worth of payments.
President Donald Trump’s administration dropped a pair of appeals this week involving a planned overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which was designed to forgive loans for qualifying public service workers after 10 years’ worth of payments.
Pennsylvania lawmakers pass bell-to-bell school cell phone ban
Pennsylvania's House and Senate have passed legislation requiring schools across the state to ban student cellphones from the first bell to the last, according to Governor Josh Shapiro.
Pennsylvania's House and Senate have passed legislation requiring schools across the state to ban student cellphones from the first bell to the last, according to Governor Josh Shapiro.
Kelly's Classroom: St. Mary's School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly joins St. Mary's School in Wilmington for their Race for Education!
Fox 29's Bob Kelly joins St. Mary's School in Wilmington for their Race for Education!
Football Faceoff: Abraham Lincoln High School vs. George Washington High School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly cheers on Abraham Lincoln High School and George Washington High School in Northeast Philadelphia, ahead of their game against each other.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly cheers on Abraham Lincoln High School and George Washington High School in Northeast Philadelphia, ahead of their game against each other.
These colleges rank as the best in the US in 2027, data shows
A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.
A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.