SS United States reaches Mobile Bay in journey to become artificial reef
The SS United States is marking the end of the first leg of its journey to becoming the world's largest artificial reef.
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The SS United States is marking the end of the first leg of its journey to becoming the world's largest artificial reef.
After months of tribulations, the historic SS United States has set sail on its final voyage.
Dozens of people braved the bitter cold to say goodbye to the SS United States as the retired ocean liner heads to Alabama.
The ship will now leave Philly on Wednesday, not Tuesday, to begin its journey of becoming the world's largest artificial reef.
We have another update on the SS United States. If everything goes as planned, the ship will move from Pier 82 to 80 on Friday afternoon during high tide. Then on Monday, the SS United States will leave Pier 80 and begin the two-week journey to Mobile, Alabama. The historic ship, which was built in 1952, has been docked in Philly since 1996.
The Coast Guard had concerns about the SS United States' scheduled move from Pier 82 to Pier 80 in Philadelphia, sources said.
A Montgomery County man was sentenced to probation for multiple election fraud offenses, including voting in two counties during the 2022 general election.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
A Florida county will pay Penn Warehousing $100,000 because the SS United States has not been moved from its Philadelphia dock by a Dec. 11, 2024 deadline.
Sources said the SS United States could come close to striking the Walt Whitman Bridge, and the Coast Guard is concerned about the ship's condition.
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration as attorney general. The former Florida congressman had been tapped by President-elect Trump. But Gaetz immediately faced an uphill battle for senate confirmation. He said his confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
The SS United States' departure from South Philadelphia's Pier 82 has been delayed yet again. Here's why.
A Spirit Airlines flight from Florida was damaged by gunfire en route to Haiti and diverted to the neighboring country of the Dominican Republic, the airline said.
The SS United States is scheduled to depart from Pier 82 in South Philadelphia to a docking area in Mobile, Alabama, next week, according to Okaloosa County, Florida officials. County officials say the ship will begin departing from Philly over two days, Nov. 14-15.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
Millions of homes and businesses had no power in the days after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
The SS United States is now one step closer to moving to its new home. A ceremonial signing was held on Saturday for the deal that will send the historic ocean liner to Florida. Eva Andersen reports from South Philly.
A ceremonial signing was held Saturday for the deal that will send the SS United States from Philadelphia to Florida.
The SS United States will leave Philadelphia's waters and head to Norfolk, Virginia, for extensive preparations for reefing over the next several months.
Satellite photos show flooding, ruined buildings and more after Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton is now blamed for at least 11 deaths but that number is expected to climb as search efforts continue. More than three million homes and businesses are in the dark as crews race to restore electricity and there are concerns in flooded areas that the water could continue to rise for days. Ryan Hughes talked to people from our area who survived the storm.
Hurricane Milton is responsible for at least 11 deaths and officials say that number will likely go even higher. Hundreds of homes were damaged hours before Milton made landfall because of an outbreak of powerful tornadoes across the state. Ryan Hughes talked to several people from our area who now live in Florida, who called this storm one of the scariest they've ever been through.
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
Hurricane Milton previously reached as high as a Category 5 over the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida's central west coast.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
Philadelphia's Salute to Independence parade has been canceled due to extreme heat in the weather forecast.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
The sights and sounds of Independence Day were on full display in Haddonfield as the borough commemorated and celebrated America's 250th birthday.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
One South Jersey woman living at Collingswood Manor is joining the centenarian club this weekend.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
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.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
The Anaheim Ducks have seven days to match the Flyers' offer sheet or accept four first-round draft picks as compensation.
Philly music icons The Roots will perform before Saturday's World Cup match between France and Paraguay, FIFA says.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
Jaylen Brown said he felt disrespected by the Celtics as he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers after a decade in Boston.
Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
In addition to the heat, keep your eyes to the skies and ears up listening for thunder. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Despite extreme heat that delayed the start of the show by an hour, hundreds of people packed Independence Mall on Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert, kicking off the Fourth of July weekend in Philadelphia. Ross DiMattei reports.
The heat wave gripping the Philadelphia region is dangerous for high risk individuals, including children. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Experts weigh in about making the Fourth of July celebrations enjoyable for people and their pets. Tammie Souza reports.
Villanova University alumnus and leader of the 1 billion-member Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, accepted the Liberty Medal from Philadelphia's National Constitution Center on Friday. Siafa Lewis reports.