Free program teaching local teens how to solve crimes with forensic science
A free program is teaching local teens the ins-and-outs of solving crime by using forensic science.
Sheriff: Indiana teacher stalked teen student, sent nearly 600 text messages
Paige Simon, 28, is also accused of inappropriately touching her student and using sexually explicit material.
Man charged in Harvard bomb threats, Bitcoin extortion scheme
A man is accused of phoning in bomb threats to Harvard University and demanding a large amount of Bitcoin in return, federal prosecutors said.
History, civics scores for US students declined amid pandemic
According to the results, 40% of eighth grade U.S. students are performing below basic proficiency in history, and 31% are performing below basic proficiency in civics.
Families voice concerns about asbestos in Philadelphia schools: 'It's scary'
Family members of Philadelphia school students voiced their concerns about the ongoing asbestos problem in city schools that continues to disrupt education.
Watch: Surprised principal darts after bear pops out of school dumpster
A West Virginia principal wasted no time getting away after he unlocked the school dumpster and a bear popped out.
Community college transfers derail students: 'Waste of time'
Every year, hundreds of thousands of students start at community colleges hoping to transfer to a university later. It’s advertised as a cheaper path to a bachelor’s degree. Yet the reality is rarely that simple.
Louisiana senior, 16, awarded more than $9 million in scholarships
Maliq Barnes, 16, was accepted to 175 colleges and universities and was offered more than $9 million in scholarships from more than 125 different schools.
Collection of rare Shakespeare folios on sale for $10.5 million at New York book fair
The most expensive folio in the collection is Shakespeare’s First Folio, a compilation of 36 out of his 37 plays, with a standalone price of $7.5 million.
Nearly 1,500 books were banned in first half of school year: Report
PEN America recorded more book bans during the fall 2022 semester than in each of the prior two semesters.
C.W. Henry School shifting to virtual learning for 2 weeks after finding asbestos in building
The School District of Philadelphia announced the presence of asbestos in the C.W. Henry School in West Mount Airy, which is shifting to virtual learning for all students for the next two weeks.
Washington State middle school blasted for 'highly vile' licking game between staff and students
A Washington state middle school hosted a licking competition between students and staff, prompting outcry from parents.
Philadelphia offering variety of safe, summer programs to keep kids engaged and active
The School District of Philadelphia and other city departments are gearing up for summer and they want to get the word out on programs that will be available for kids and teens.




















