Power Back On For Hundreds Of Residents At Center City Apartment Complex
Power has been restored to an apartment complex along the Ben Franklin Parkway that had been without electricity since 1 a.m. Friday.
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Power has been restored to an apartment complex along the Ben Franklin Parkway that had been without electricity since 1 a.m. Friday.
This summer promises a series of musical events in every genre, from multi-day festivals to one-night shows.
It's a little more than six weeks before Jay-Z's "Made in America" two-day music festival arrives in Philadelphia. Huge crowds are expected, but hotels in Center City are not expecting to benefit much.
Early Saturday evening, one of the religious groups that successfully challenged the City's ban on serving food to the homeless outdoors offered thanks in the form of a meal on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
The ban is being challenged on constitutional grounds by religious groups who feed the homeless in center city Philadelphia parks.
Several religious groups will appear in federal court today for a hearing to decide the fate of Philadelphia's ban on outdoor feedings.
The Philly 4th of July Jam and Grande finale Wednesday night was the biggest Independence Day Bash in the City. Many big names in the world of music graced the Ben Franklin Parkway for this year's celebration.
Each year, Philadelphia strives to create a bigger and better party to celebrate the 4th of July holiday.
The Philadelphia International Cycling Championship had the usual hold-your-breath finish on the Ben Franklin Parkway on Sunday.
The law banning all outdoor feedings of large numbers of people on City parkland took effect on Friday.
Many of the top cycling teams from around the world are now rolling into Philadelphia for the 'biggest and most prestigious one-day race in the U-S.'
Chris reviews the Phillies big extra inning win yesterday and the interesting choices that some local news rooms are making during sweeps week. He talks to Buzz Bissinger about his book Father's Day, CBS 3's Ben Simoneau about the PA LCB wasting tax payer dollars and to the Philly Post's Tom McGrath about Jay-Z's Labor Day concert on the Parkway.
Chris reviews the latest Obama Campaign attack ad against Mitt Romney and the latest polling that shows Romney ahead. He talks to Filmmaker Kevin Williams about his documentary, Fear of a Black Republican, and to Dr. Craig Wax about a town hall meeting he will be participating in called Restoring Medical Freedom.
Rapper Jay-Z joined Mayor Michael Nutter on Monday morning atop the steps of the Philadelphia art museum to announce a two-day music festival coming to Philadelphia in September.
Many homeless who take advantage of the generosity of volunteers feeding them along the parkway say the ban is all about the money.
On Mother's Day, thousands of people touched by cancer will be at the Ben Franklin Parkway for the annual Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure.
"What we've noticed is that the parking there has created some back-ups during the peak hours," spokesperson for the Mayor's Office of Transportation and Utilities Andrew Stober says. "So we're going to be instituting what is called a 'peak hour clearance'.
More than 400 priests from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gathered on Holy Thursday at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul on the Ben Franklin Parkway to renew their priestly vows.
Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter has announced a ban on the feeding of large numbers of homeless and hungry people at sites on and near the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Mayor Nutter wants City Hall to make JFK Plaza more user friendly.
A contemporary master's work will occupy a high-profile spot near the entrance to the Barnes Foundation's new building, about to open in mid-May, on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Nearly 11 percent of Philadelphians have diabetes; close to three percent higher than the national average, according to the American Diabetes Association.
Fourth of July in Philadelphia wouldn't be complete without a variety of activities along the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Pro cyclists from 30 countries are in Philadelphia for Sunday's big Philadelphia International Championship.
Ribbon cutting ceremonies will be held Saturday on the Ben Franklin Parkway for a new play space for kids of all ages.
After months of speculation, a critical day in A.J. Brown trade talks is one week away.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
After months of speculation, a critical day in A.J. Brown trade talks is one week away.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
The body of a 27-year-old man was found in a pond along the 8500 block of Allemaengel Road on Saturday, the Lehigh County coroner said.
A man was found shot and killed at an apparent car meetup along the 4000 block of Rising Sun Avenue in North Philadelphia, police said Sunday.
A 39-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault after a foot pursuit ended with an officer-involved shooting in Kensington Saturday morning, police say.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Jason Mutschler was charged with killing his aunt, Vanessa Sturtevent, in Lumberton, New Jersey, officials say.
For the first time in its 45-year history, Collingswood's May Fair festival was canceled as rainy weather swept across the region.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
After months of speculation, a critical day in A.J. Brown trade talks is one week away.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
Kyle Manzardo hit a pinch-hit homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift Cleveland to victory over the Phillies.
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.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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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.
Police said investigators believe a man shot and killed a gunman in self defense at a Northeast Philadelphia Royal Farms convenience store on Saturday night.
Temperatures head into the low 70s on Memorial Day, and some peeks of late-day sunshine are possible. The rest of the week is looking mostly dry, sunny and warm with highs in the 80s.
Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz spoke with a local veteran who found help through a group working to bridge the gap.
The Philadelphia area could see more showers Monday before things clear up and warmer temperatures move in. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast for Memorial Day.
Travelers at Farley Service Plaza in South Jersey on Sunday said the rainy weather put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans.