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Philadelphia's Department of License and Inspections is hitting the streets and asking community groups to take over blighted properties.
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Philadelphia's Department of License and Inspections is hitting the streets and asking community groups to take over blighted properties.
Several residents are part of a "green team" with an eye toward environmentally friendly recommendations to management that have resulted in thousands of dollars in savings and as they've only just begun!
The Farmhouse is a small retreat facility in Kennett Square, Chester County and founder Barbara Montgomery says it's the perfect place to bring female veterans together to connect following the horrors of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan.
A Marine Veteran who lost both his legs after stepping on an IED in Afghanistan is determined to raise $1 million for veterans like himself, all with a push of a petal.
This weekend, a little known festival will descend on Ocean City without a peep.
Philadelphia Commissioner Charles Ramsey has suspended 16-year police veteran Officer Ronald Dove for 30 days and plans to fire him.
Many of the tens of thousands of Filipino-Americans in our area are hoping for the best and bracing for the worst as they wait to hear from family members affected by Typhoon Haiyan. now tearing through the Pacific nation.
When it comes to walkability, Philadelphians have it pretty good.
It's half school bus, half prison cell.
Operation Gratitude is a non-profit that gives Americans a way to say "thank you" to the military men and women fighting over seas.
Outside the American Legion hall where he spoke, 100 school advocates chanted "One-term Tom," blasting his education funding.
The group has a fundraising target of $250,000 to cover Thanksgiving Day meals cooked for those battling life-threatening illnesses.
At a press conference in center city, their message was that immigration is not just a legal and economic issue, but a moral one.
Bacon and beer are both having a moment, and come this December, they'll be having one together.
Ivan Hinnant, a 24-year-old male with special needs, was last seen at his day program on the 2400 block of Penrose Avenue on Nov. 4th.
The 37th Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show opens to the general public Thursday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
It is called "Franny" and it stars Richard Gere, Dakota Fanning and Theo James.
"ROMEO" is Retired Old Men Eating Out, and informal groups are springing up all over the country.
Willard's mother, sister and other family members are joining with members of the Hero Community Center at 17th and Tioga to sponsor a Coat and New Toy Drive for the upcoming holidays.
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi made an appearance in Camden Wednesday to a tour a new facility aimed at helping the homeless.
"DanceAfrica is about so much more than wonderful dancing," says Theresa Shockley, executive director of the Community Education Center in West Philadelphia.
With the arrival of Veterans Day next Monday, students at Triton Regional High School in Runnemede continued their annual tradition of honoring those who served.
Four of the judicial candidates in Philadelphia won despite getting negative recommendations from the city's Bar Association.
The Seattle-based coffee company says it will develop a system dedicated to matching the skills of veterans and military spouses with jobs throughout its organization.
New research out of UC Berkeley and Northwestern shows that it's more important for wives than husbands to calm down and keep the peace following an argument.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rain is fairly low.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rain is fairly low.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
Philadelphia flight instructor John Aytch was giving a lesson about what to do when a plane loses power when that exact scenario occurred.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Police said the video shows a black SUV striking a 14-year-old boy riding his bike at the intersection of South York and School roads.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
North Wildwood declared an emergency about three weeks ago after a series of winter storms stripped away several feet of sand.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rain is fairly low. Not zero, but a few passing showers are about all we expect. Bill Kelly reports.
From chocolates, to pound cake, to flowers, customers are making sure they secure their Easter goods before Sunday. Kerri Corrado reports.
10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana was honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game Friday night. His mother says its a moment that will stay with him long after the bell rings. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Tracking the NEXT big change for Easter Sunday. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A young survivor of the Northeast Philly plane crash will take center court Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where 10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana will be honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game. Wakisha Bailey reports.