Chris Fitzgerald posthumously promoted to sergeant by Temple, Philly Sheriff
Fitzgerald was also commended for heroic actions and services to the people of Philadelphia.
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Fitzgerald was also commended for heroic actions and services to the people of Philadelphia.
The legislation to temporarily waive the statute of limitations for sex abuse crimes had been on the verge of going before voters for the final OK two years ago, when state officials bungled the required advertising of the previous version.
Despite the turmoil happening in Ukraine, the students will be in Philadelphia honing their skills for the next year and they'll figure out the rest of their lives.
Data shows 217 children were shot in the city last year. Most survived but it's the highest number of kids struck by gunfire in the last several years. Already 26 children have been shot this year.
On the heels of another mass shooting where seven people including 5 teens were injured in the city's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood perhaps no one is more frustrated than the executive director of NOMO which stands for New Options More Opportunities.
The votes Friday amounted to a do-over that was required because state officials bungled the required advertising of a previous version two years ago.
More details about the former Temple University officer's life were discussed in a funeral Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Shapiro paid special note to the Temple staff present in the building and Fitzgerald's family.
It happened around 7 p.m. near a convenience store at 55th and Market Streets in West Philadelphia.
It happened at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the 42nd Food Market. That's at 42nd and Pennsgrove Streets.
The Eagles have been lending their support to flag football to expand the game among young people.
Authorities say the car overturned trapping the victim.
Authorities say they're searching for a 2011-16 gray four-door Hyundai Elantra with an unknown Pennsylvania tag.
The shooting happened on the 3100 block of West Norris Streets at around 6 p.m. outside the James G. Blaine School
Advanced Behavior Treatment provides free resources to families with adult children with disabilities.
Police say someone ordered a pizza to a vacant unit in a public housing complex and then shot and killed a delivery driver.
Friends identified the missing swimmer as Carlos Manuel, a Philadelphia barber.
The School District of Philadelphia says 52 schools will shift to virtual learning Friday because a number of schools lack adequate air conditioning.
Law enforcement will now be able to issue tickets to people who are using cell phones behind the wheel in Pennsylvania.
On Day 2 of the heat wave, highs will likely be in the mid-90s in the Philadelphia region.
Police say someone ordered a pizza to a vacant unit in a public housing complex and then shot and killed a delivery driver.
Friends identified the missing swimmer as Carlos Manuel, a Philadelphia barber.
Drivers across Pennsylvania who use a handheld cellphone behind the wheel can now face fines under Paul Miller's Law.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
The School District of Philadelphia says 52 schools will shift to virtual learning Friday because a number of schools lack adequate air conditioning.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
After a controversial paid parking ordinance was recently repealed and rescinded, Diamond Beach residents are taking a stand again.
The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on a United Airlines plane that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike in May.
Protesters and Newark police clashed Wednesday night outside Delaney Hall, just one day after a 9 p.m. curfew was lifted outside the ICE detention center in Newark.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month as the Phillies beat the Padres 6-4 Thursday to complete a season sweep.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak ended, but J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Padres, 3-2, at Citizens Bank Park.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless innings streak ended Wednesday night vs. the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning.
Some Philadelphia city councilmembers are urging event organizers to get training about immigration enforcement before the World Cup.
One day after receiving a video tribute during his return to Philadelphia, Nick Castellanos appears to be out of a job again.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A missing man identified by friends and social media as Carlos Manuel, a local barber, was seen swimming in the Delaware River before disappearing into the water. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Police say someone ordered pizza to an abandoned apartment in North Philadelphia and then shot and killed the delivery driver.
Bill Kelly says on Day 2 of the heat wave, temps will be in the 90s in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXt Weather forecast.
The National Transportation Safety Board released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A South Jersey man doused his workplace in gasoline and kidnapped a coworker in a series of arsons, officials say.