Student loan forgiveness limited for many by US drug war's legacy
A generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden's plan, the Pell Grant program, as part of the “war on drugs.”
A generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden's plan, the Pell Grant program, as part of the “war on drugs.”
School bus services cut for some Philadelphia archdiocese students
Just days before the new academic year, parents of students who attend Archdiocese of Philadelphia schools were enraged to learn that school bus services were cut for 7th and 8th grade students.
Just days before the new academic year, parents of students who attend Archdiocese of Philadelphia schools were enraged to learn that school bus services were cut for 7th and 8th grade students.
'No More Sagging' campaign offers free belts to high school students with sagging pants
The creators of the program have given away more than 30 belts to students at a South Carolina high school since the start of the school year.
The creators of the program have given away more than 30 belts to students at a South Carolina high school since the start of the school year.
Inside the new Upper Merion High School as the school year kicks off
Students arrive for their first day of school at a brand new high school in Upper Merion.
Students arrive for their first day of school at a brand new high school in Upper Merion.
First day of school: About 400 students are attending Cheltenham Elementary
FOX 29's Jenn Frederick visits the school before the bell rings for the first day of school this year.
FOX 29's Jenn Frederick visits the school before the bell rings for the first day of school this year.
Philadelphia mayor and superintendent talk safety on first day of school
Philadelphia officials discuss gun safety in schools as students start the school year across the city.
Philadelphia officials discuss gun safety in schools as students start the school year across the city.
Students celebrate the first day of school in Philadelphia
A new school year is kicking off as Philadelphia students arrive for their first day.
A new school year is kicking off as Philadelphia students arrive for their first day.
NOMO Foundation sponsors back-to-school 'Prep Rally,' giving children much-needed supplies and fun
The NOMO Foundation is front and center to keep children safe. Sunday, they offered children the chance to grab school uniforms, supplies and even haircuts, ahead of the first day of school.
The NOMO Foundation is front and center to keep children safe. Sunday, they offered children the chance to grab school uniforms, supplies and even haircuts, ahead of the first day of school.
Satanic Temple hosts 'After School Satan Club' at Pennsylvania school
A Pennsylvania resident said that the After School Satan Club is a 'crazy' idea.
A Pennsylvania resident said that the After School Satan Club is a 'crazy' idea.
N.J. eases back-to-school shopping with sales tax holiday
It’s the back-to-school time of year, but parents in New Jersey, or those who cross a bridge to get there, are getting a tax-free holiday for things they need for school.
It’s the back-to-school time of year, but parents in New Jersey, or those who cross a bridge to get there, are getting a tax-free holiday for things they need for school.
New Jersey makes back-to-school shopping easier with tax-free holiday
N.J. is having its first ever tax-free back-to-school shopping event, which includes electronics and recreational equipment needed for sports
N.J. is having its first ever tax-free back-to-school shopping event, which includes electronics and recreational equipment needed for sports
Student loan scams: How to protect yourself from loan forgiveness fraud
With new government aid comes new potential scammers — here's how you can protect yourself.
With new government aid comes new potential scammers — here's how you can protect yourself.
What kind of student loan do I have? Your student loan relief questions answered
On the surface, President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan sounds simple. But diving into the jargon of student loans? It's complicated.
On the surface, President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan sounds simple. But diving into the jargon of student loans? It's complicated.
Applications for student loan relief will be available early October, White House says
The timeline for processing the application should clear borrowers to see their amount forgiven before the interest pause expires on Dec. 31.
The timeline for processing the application should clear borrowers to see their amount forgiven before the interest pause expires on Dec. 31.
FOX 29 Back-To-School Special
COVID-19 is still an issue heading into another school year, with questions about masks and mental health.
COVID-19 is still an issue heading into another school year, with questions about masks and mental health.
Families are in chaos after 2 Philadelphia charter schools announce closure days before start of school
Families look for alternative after two Philadelphia charter schools close days before school opens.
Families look for alternative after two Philadelphia charter schools close days before school opens.
Philadelphia school workers reach deal with School District of Philadelphia
A strike by service employees within the School District of Philadelphia has been averted as a deal has tentatively been reached.
A strike by service employees within the School District of Philadelphia has been averted as a deal has tentatively been reached.
Philadelphia school workers reach deal with School District of Philadelphia
A strike by service employees within the School District of Philadelphia has been averted as a deal has tentatively been reached.
A strike by service employees within the School District of Philadelphia has been averted as a deal has tentatively been reached.
Families left scrambling after 2 Philadelphia charter schools announce closure days before start of school
In a special meeting, the School District of Philadelphia announced that two West Philadelphia charter schools will close, leaving families scrambling to find new enrollment options before the start of the school year on Monday.
In a special meeting, the School District of Philadelphia announced that two West Philadelphia charter schools will close, leaving families scrambling to find new enrollment options before the start of the school year on Monday.
NOMO Foundation giving away free supplies, services at Back To School Pep Rally
FOX 29's Alex Holley speaks with Rickey Duncan, the Executive Director of the NOMO Foundation, about the organization's Back to School Pep Rally where students can get free supplies and services like haircuts.
FOX 29's Alex Holley speaks with Rickey Duncan, the Executive Director of the NOMO Foundation, about the organization's Back to School Pep Rally where students can get free supplies and services like haircuts.