
Philadelphia leaders talk funding, planning for 2026 anniversary celebration
Many of the dozens of events in Philadelphia for 2026 have already been announced, including World Cup matches and the MLB All-Star game.
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Many of the dozens of events in Philadelphia for 2026 have already been announced, including World Cup matches and the MLB All-Star game.
Philadelphia has big plans for 2026 when the nation will mark 250 years since its founding in the historic city.
A Bucks County farm owner breathes a sigh of relief as her runaway emu, spooked by 4th of July fireworks, is returned home after being on the loose for 24 hours. Madeleine Wright reports.
Inside the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are documents young and old that have given the United States of America a blueprint to this very moment.
An estimated 400 people attended the demonstration at City Hall.
Several dogs and their owners showed off their American pride on July 4 in Old City Philadelphia for the Patriotic Pet Parade.
People packed the beach and boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Thursday to celebrate Independence Day and see the fireworks. More fireworks are scheduled for Sunday.
Crowds gathered on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia Thursday to celebrate the Fourth of July with performances from Kesha and Ne-Yo and fireworks.
People in Atlantic City were trickling off the beach Thursday evening and looking ahead to the 10 p.m. fireworks show. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Dozens of new American citizens celebrated their naturalization in Camden, New Jersey, Thursday on the Battleship New Jersey.
People are gathering on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia for the Wawa Welcome America July 4 celebration, which features performances from Kesha and Ne-Yo as well as fireworks.
Dozens of new American citizens participated in a naturalization ceremony aboard the Battleship New Jersey on July 4 in Camden.
The VA has an entire website dedicated to helping veterans cope and prepare for fireworks because the loud sounds and flashing lights can trigger bad memories of combat. Liz Crawford reports.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker presented the first-ever One Philly Award to Dawn Staley, a Philly native and coach of the University of South Carolina women's basketball team.
At the annual Fourth of July celebration in Thornbury Township, Delaware County, neighbors enjoyed a parade, hot dogs, candy and more.
After several people were rescued from the ocean last weekend, families and lifeguards are focusing on safety.
More than 4,000 people from all walks of life participated in the Salute to Independence Parade in Philadelphia on July 4. The diversity on display brought hope to many watching.
Lifeguards in Ocean City, New Jersey, are watching the water as hundreds of thousands hit the beach for the Fourth of July holiday. They advise caution as there could be strong rip currents.
Fireworks are synonymous with the 4th of July but for military veterans they may trigger flashbacks and anxiety. The Department of Veteran Affairs shares tips on how veterans can cope with the celebratory fireworks.
Willie Nelson and other iconic artists are set to perform at a 4th of July picnic in Camden.
Fans celebrated America's birthday in a different way this year by enjoying some of the most iconic musical artists at Willie Nelson's 4th of July Picnic. Marcella Baietto reports.
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
Nauti has a 4th of July themed "firecracker doughnut" and Johnson's Popcorn is celebrating 50 years on the Ocean City Boardwalk. With plenty of people headed down the Jersey Shore for Independence Day Wakisha Bailey is checking in with busy local businesses.
Fireworks can make dogs feel anxious and scared. Veterinarians from around the country explain why and share advice for protecting your pets and keeping them calm on the Fourth of July.
The Sixers acquired Jared Butler and four second-round picks from the Wizards before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
Days before Super Bowl LIX, Philadelphia officials are ready to discuss how the city will prepare for the impacts of the game.
A physicist explained to the NFL Network why the Eagles' controversial goal-line play works in a video resurfacing ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
Sorry, Philadelphia public school students. You'll have a normal schedule on Monday even if the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX.
A psychic with roots in Philadelphia tells us the Eagles have a good aura around them and foresees they will beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
The Sixers acquired Jared Butler and four second-round picks from the Wizards before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
Days before Super Bowl LIX, Philadelphia officials are ready to discuss how the city will prepare for the impacts of the game.
The Philadelphia region's next weather maker will likely affect the roads Thursday morning as rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet will hit the area.
A physicist explained to the NFL Network why the Eagles' controversial goal-line play works in a video resurfacing ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
Sorry, Philadelphia public school students. You'll have a normal schedule on Monday even if the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX.
Days before Super Bowl LIX, Philadelphia officials are ready to discuss how the city will prepare for the impacts of the game.
A mixed bag of wintry weather is leading to a number of delays and cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport Thursday morning.
A man who was injured in the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia said the trauma is "incredible."
A nurse at Bryn Mawr Hospital is welcoming new babies into Eagles nation ahead of the Super Bowl.
Because Jet Rescue Air Ambulance is a foreign company, the Philadelphia investigation could be a bit more challenging.
Summer may be months away, but it's never too soon to plan your trip down the shore. Here are tips to save big on your rental.
Crews in Camden County plan to work around to clock to keep New Jersey's roads safe.
Vineland's favorite son or the Philadelphia Eagles? A New Jersey high school is in a "difficult position" for Super Bowl LIX.
A wintry mix of snow, rain, sleet and freezing rain is making its way across the Delaware Valley, prompting multiple schools to close or delay opening on Thursday.
The Philadelphia region's next weather maker will likely affect the roads Thursday morning as rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet will hit the area.
A wintry mix of snow, rain, sleet and freezing rain is making its way across the Delaware Valley, prompting multiple schools to close or delay opening on Thursday.
The Philadelphia region's next weather maker will likely affect the roads Thursday morning as rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet will hit the area.
Temperatures will be up and down this week, and the NEXT Weather team is tracking chances for rain, snow, sleet and freezing rain.
The Philadelphia region will be warm on Monday, but it will also be the start of our seesaw temperatures for the remainder of the week.
Mostly cloudy skies will meet and greet us on Sunday, with highs hovering near 40 degrees. Here's your Groundhog Day forecast in Philadelphia.
A nurse at Bryn Mawr Hospital is welcoming new babies into Eagles nation ahead of the Super Bowl.
A renowned burn surgeon shares how Martin Luther King's legacy had a profound impact on his career. Meet Dr. Linwood Haith of Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
The world's smallest heart pump helped save a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia patient's life. Now that it's been FDA-approved for younger children, doctors say it will help even more.
The parent company of Crozer Chester and Taylor hospitals announced a deal to sell the hospitals to a not-for-profit consortium of what the company is calling "health care operators."
Federal officials approved a new type of pain drug designed to eliminate the risks of addiction and overdose associated with opioid medications like Vicodin and OxyContin.
Amazon-owned Whole Foods is asking the National Labor Relations Board to set aside the results of a union election in Philadelphia.
As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for the Super Bowl, fans turn to local artists for custom gear to show their team spirit.
If you want to watch the Super Bowl at a Philadelphia bar or restaurant, you'll need to act fast.
A Visit Philadelphia social media campaign launching Feb. 1 highlights Black family-owned businesses across the city.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to fast-track energy projects in Pennsylvania.
A mixed bag of wintry weather is leading to a number of delays and cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport Thursday morning.
A Philadelphia woman says her car was ticketed and towed for blocking a bike lane that didn't exist. After months of trying to fight the ticket herself, it was finally dismissed.
Officials at Philadelphia International Airport say their thoughts are with everyone impacted by the tragic crash near Washington D.C.
Time is ticking! AAA Mid-Atlantic is urging Eagles fans heading to Super Bowl LIX to book their travel plans as soon as possible to lock in favorable rates.
All lanes reopened Saturday night after a tractor-trailer overturned on Exit 1B in South Jersey causing major lane closures.
The Sixers acquired Jared Butler and four second-round picks from the Wizards before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
A physicist explained to the NFL Network why the Eagles' controversial goal-line play works in a video resurfacing ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
Sorry, Philadelphia public school students. You'll have a normal schedule on Monday even if the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX.
A psychic with roots in Philadelphia tells us the Eagles have a good aura around them and foresees they will beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
From the cheapest to priciest seats, here's how much Super Bowl tickets cost in 2025.
Breweries all around Philadelphia have special beers in honor of the Philadelphia Eagles' playoff run.
Some advertisers release their commercials ahead of the big game. Here are ads to watch before the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl.
Kendrick Lamar swept all five categories he was nominated in, and Beyoncé finally won the coveted Album of the Year award.
Music's biggest night is here as artists take the stage for the 67th annual Grammy Awards. Here is what to know.
Marianne Faithfull's first hit, "As Tears Go By," was recorded when she was just 17 years old after she met with the manager of the Rolling Stones at a party.
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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.
Betsy Ross is more than just a flag maker. Turns out Betsy Ross is a huge Birds fan.
In a video posted to YouTube, Superintendent Tony Watlington says the School District of Philadelphia will operate on normal schedules on Monday, Feb. 10, regardless of the result of Super Bowl 2025.
Craftsman Row Saloon in Center City has transformed into a Mardi Gras experience, from its decorations to its menu, just in time for the Philadelphia Eagles' appearance in the 2025 Super Bowl.
Go Birds! The "Eagles Mobile" bus has made it all the way to New Orleans, Louisiana from Philadelphia ahead of Super Bowl LIX between the Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. Siafa Lewis has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
A winter weather advisory has expired for the Jersey Shore and Delaware and is set to expire at 10 a.m. in Philadelphia and the adjacent counties. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is monitoring conditions like freezing rain and drizzle that could still make roads icy.