Nutter proposes tax on cigarettes, liquor-by-the-drink to help schools
Mayor Michael Nutter proposed tax increases on cigarettes and on liquor by the drink to raise money for the city’s school district, he said today.
Citizens: Give the school district the money
As city officials wonder how to raise $60 million for the school district, citizens say find it fast.
School District recommends no charter school expansion next year
The School District of Philadelphia will not approve Charter expansions next year, officials announced Thursday.
Future of school district could rest on state and city funding
With the fate of the last two schools on the closings list sealed, the focus has shifted to the school’s budget.
Philly’s first collections chief may face tough road ahead
Thomas Knudsen charged with improving city collections but signing on as City Council and administration debate how to best balance budget.
VIDEO: Vaux High School students do ‘Harlem Shake’ to protest closure
Students dance to raise awareness about school closure.