Philadelphia’s public school system is in hot water after federal prosecutors accused them of skipping proper asbestos inspections in at least eight school buildings. The allegations suggest they didn’t follow legal requirements to check for and manage the dangerous material, which has been linked to serious health risks like cancer.

Editor’s Note: Asbestos is no joke—it’s a known carcinogen, and schools are legally required to handle it with extreme care. If these allegations hold up, it means kids and staff might have been exposed to unnecessary health risks for who knows how long. It’s a big deal because it calls into question whether the district is putting student safety first—or cutting corners. Parents and teachers are right to demand answers.