Woman found dead in Kensington backyard was not shot, police say
Police believed a woman who was found dead in a Philadelphia backyard had been shot; however, investigators are now saying this isn't the case.
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Police believed a woman who was found dead in a Philadelphia backyard had been shot; however, investigators are now saying this isn't the case.
Police are unsure of what car hit a woman as two vehicles were in the area and both drivers didn't stop. Investigators do know that sadly a young woman is dead. The accident happened around 3:30 Thursday morning at Front Street and Hunting Park Avenue in North Philadelphia. Madeleine Wright reports police put out a public plea for the drivers to come forward.
It happened just before 2:30 a.m. at the intersection of Front and Clearfield streets.
A hit and run early Wednesday morning on the Roosevelt Boulevard has left a man in critical condition in Einstein Hospital. Police are searching for the driver who struck him.
Officials say the crash happened between Exit 17: Front Street and Exit 17: Broad Street/Pattison Avenue.
A couple forced to evacuate their Florence Township house because of uncontrolled erosion finally made a trip home Thursday after spending some time with family and friends.
Crews are on the scene of a water main break in the Kensington section of Philadelphia.
A Philadelphia Police officer was involved in a car accident with another vehicle whose driver, authorities believe, was under the influence of alcohol.
Months after the death of Amber Long, a run Saturday aimed to increase the reward for an arrest
Spring is in the air and you know what that means...it's festival season! And on Saturday, May 3rd it'll be eight blocks of food, music, art and much more when the South Street Spring Festival returns for a second year.
Three people, two of them children, were taken to the hospital after two cars collided late Saturday night in North Philadelphia.
According to reports, a body has washed ashore near Front Street in Camden, N.J.
Twenty five ago today, Philadelphia Veterans of the Vietnam War dedicated a memorial at Penn's Landing. It's a wall inscribed with names of the young soldiers lost.
Water department crews have shut down a 48-inch water transmission main that flooded the streets of a Philadelphia neighborhood early Wednesday morning.
Two Philadelphia police officers are recovering from minor injuries after they were involved in a crash in the cities Hunting Park Section Saturday evening, according to authorities.
Philadelphia police are investigating what they believe is the sexual assault of a woman late Sunday night.
Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect who was caught on tape stealing a safe from a donut shop late last week.
Twelve people were taken to the hospital after a bus crash on Interstate 95 northbound Thursday afternoon.
It's the fifth year the Irish Memorial 5K is being held.
Police say a 53-year-old Philadelphia man died Sunday night in a motorcycle crash in the Kensington section of the city.
An elderly man was killed and a firefighter was hurt in a house fire on Front Street Thursday morning.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey says members of the Downtowners Fancy Brigade were present at their South Philadelphia clubhouse when police conducted a prostitution raid last night, arresting 13 people.
Philadelphia police have issued an arrest warrant for one of two suspects involved in the deadly shooting of an employee at a Northern Liberties convenience store early Thursday morning.
Rafael Rodriguez made sure the unidentified driver from the May 2nd accident at Front and Tioga Streets didn't leave the scene, even if it meant risking his own life.
A teen remains hospitalized after being struck by a car in Philadelphia Monday evening.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott, known as the "Giant killer," announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday.
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was killed in the line of duty after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott, known as the "Giant killer," announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday.
Philadelphia is preparing for a surge of major events expected to draw millions of visitors in the coming months.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was killed in the line of duty after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is accusing UGI Utilities, Inc. of multiple pipeline safety violations in connection with the fatal R.M. Palmer Company explosion in 2023.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
James Martielli with Vanguard notes many platforms now use design techniques borrowed directly from the gambling industry.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
New Jersey parents say their 10-month-old daughter was found with a marijuana vape pen in her mouth at a Voorhees day care.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
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.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott, known as the "Giant killer," announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Eagles are acquiring veteran QB Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers for a 2027 seventh-round draft pick.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
The Palestra, located on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania, has become a shrine for college basketball.
James Martielli with Vanguard notes many platforms now use design techniques borrowed directly from the gambling industry.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
Ukee Washington 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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Wednesday night.
The exhibit called "Seeking Profit and Power: Philadelphia, China Trade, and the Making of America," will open Friday.
Sherrill spoke at Cherokee High School on Wednesday and highlighted that lawmakers in the Garden State are fast-tracking legislation to address kids' mental health. They're also working to strengthen protections for them while using the internet.
More than 100 people sang and prayed together outside the 8th and Cherry streets office in Philadelphia to show their support for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
A crash involving several vehicles in Montgomery County sent an SUV into the wall of a bank on Wednesday.