Wildfire scorched wooded area of N.J. before being placed under control
Heavy flames scorched a wooded area in Hamilton Township on Tuesday and threatened a half dozen homes.
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Heavy flames scorched a wooded area in Hamilton Township on Tuesday and threatened a half dozen homes.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
The Garden State is experiencing dry conditions, but officials now have a new tool to help prevent a major wildfire from spreading.
The Garden State unveiled its newest investment that can help save lives and homes. Ryan Hughes reports.
The Jones Road wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, is 100% contained after burning more than 15,000 acres, fire officials say.
Neighbors in Ocean County, New Jersey, brought drinks and snacks to the command center for firefighters battling the Jones Road Wildfire. The fire is about 50% contained after spreading across roughly 15,200 acres, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.
Thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes in Ocean Township, Lakewood and Lacey Township, New Jersey, as a fast-spreading wildfire burns in Ocean County.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews and local fire departments are working to put out hot spots in a wildfire in Hopewell Township, Mercer County. The fire spread quickly because of windy conditions.
Burn bans in New Jersey have been lifted after significant rainfall in the state.
Evesham Police said they believe a 14-year-old boy intentionally started the Oct. 30 wildfire in Burlington County, New Jersey.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is getting a handle on two wildfires burning in the state, the Big Rusty Wildfire in Hainesport, NJ and the Country Club Wildfire in Lakewood, NJ.
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and accused of setting a wildfire that burned 50 acres in Evesham Township, New Jersey.
Amid the worsening drought, crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are working to contain and put out three fires burning in South Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
Homeowners are taking precautions as crews fight wildfires in Evesham Township and other areas in New Jersey.
Dry conditions after a record-breaking lack of rainfall are posing high fire danger in New Jersey, where crews are battling two wildfires – a 75-acre blaze in Voorhees and Evesham townships and a 300-acre major wildfire in Jackson Township, Ocean County. Brandon Goldner reports on the Bethany Run wildfire and Ryan Hughes has the latest on the Shotgun Wildfire. Plus, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains more on the fire weather conditions and moderate to extreme levels of drought in the area.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling a wildfire in Camden County, New Jersey, in the Wharton State Forest.
Forest fire crews in New Jersey are preparing in case more fires break out. Fire wardens said they've never seen conditions this dry.
A 15-year-old said he saw smoke and knew something wasn't right. After further investigation, he found a wildfire along a trail and took action by calling 911 and his grandmother.
A 15-year-old said he saw smoke and knew something wasn't right. After further investigation, he found a wildfire along a trail and took action by calling 911 and his grandmother.
At least 15 fires are burning in California. More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have traveled west to help put them out.
A wildfire that started burning in Wharton State Forest on July 5has grown to 4,000 acres but remains 65% contained, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said Sunday.
It's been a year since smoke from the Canadian wildfires drifted down over the Philadelphia region, leaving the city with the lowest air quality in the world for a time.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is "mopping up" a 510-acre wildfire in Wharton State Forest in Shamong and Waterford townships.
High winds and dry conditions mean any fire that starts could spread easily - leading to this alert from officials.
Lindenwold School 4 in Camden County, New Jersey, will be closed Wednesday after a fire Tuesday night.
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' foundation donated $600K to bring air conditioning to part of Northeast High School.
Laurel House, a domestic violence agency in Montgomery County, will host an event at the end of September that aims to strengthen the bridge between healthcare and survivor safety.
Philadelphia Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, the chair of the housing committee, said in 2025 there were 400 properties in her district deemed unsafe.
A federal judge Tuesday referred Larry Krasner to the DOJ, alleging the Philadelphia district attorney may have broken the law.
A fifth missing woman has been linked to a house in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood at the center of a massive investigation, police sources said Tuesday.
Lindenwold School 4 in Camden County, New Jersey, will be closed Wednesday after a fire Tuesday night.
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' foundation donated $600K to bring air conditioning to part of Northeast High School.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' foundation donated $600K to bring air conditioning to part of Northeast High School.
Laurel House, a domestic violence agency in Montgomery County, will host an event at the end of September that aims to strengthen the bridge between healthcare and survivor safety.
Philadelphia Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, the chair of the housing committee, said in 2025 there were 400 properties in her district deemed unsafe.
The East Lansdowne Police Department is changing the way it staffs its force.
Father Bill Atkinson is what's known as a servant of God, which is a step toward sainthood in the Roman Catholic church.
Lindenwold School 4 in Camden County, New Jersey, will be closed Wednesday after a fire Tuesday night.
Police are increasing patrols and searching for more victims after two sexual assaults that occurred months apart in Mercer County.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
Several people were arrested and charged with simple assault and disorderly offenses during an anti-ICE protest in Atlantic City on Saturday.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
Philadelphia-area athletes tried out for the Delaware Blue Coats during open tryouts this weekend.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
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
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
The Philadelphia Phillies placed left-handed starter Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list Tuesday (retroactive to 9/12) with left shoulder inflammation.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Making waves in pro soccer at 16 years old, Cavan Sullivan scored on a back-heel flick in the first half, later adding another goal and an assist.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
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.
The FBI says that Jonathan Hunter Kramer had been on their radar for more than three years because of his dangerous behavior as a juvenile.
Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon and progressive U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders joined a chorus of alarm during Tuesday's Pro-Human Assembly in Washington, D.C., over safety concerns around the advancement of AI.
Several supporting acts quit Ed Sheeran's tour on Tuesday after the rapper Macklemore was removed for pro-Palestinian comments he made during a concert in New Jersey.
Fetterman lashed out at a reporter while he was waiting for an elevator at Capitol Hill when asked if he was switching parties.
The Super Bowl MVP's foundation is donating $600K to bring air conditioning to part of Northeast High School.