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A group of Philadelphia-area families are embracing a change in their plans. Their trip to Rome will coincide with Pope Francis' funeral, giving them the opportunity to pay their respects to the late pontiff.
The Cellucci family from Chester County, Pennsylvania, has been planning a trip to Italy for a year. Although their itinerary changed because of the death of Pope Francis, they hope to pay their respects to the late pontiff.
Philadelphia connected with two of its sister cities on Tuesday. The city welcomed students from Toruń, Poland and Florence, Italy to City Hall. They are participating in a cultural exchange program with Philly students from Science Leadership Academy, George Washington Carver High and Central High. Philadelphia City Council issued a special citation in honor of the Sister Cities program.
The remains of at least 2 people were brought ashore from the luxury superyacht that belonged to the wife of British tech mogul Mike Lynch, which sank off Sicily.
The huge luxury sailing yacht Bayesian sank during a violent storm off Sicily, leaving six people missing, including two Americans.
His company confirmed the fashion designer's death Friday on Instagram.
Eustace Wolfington said he wanted to help make a movie about Frances Cabrini that is universal, not a fairytale.
West Philadelphia native Eustace Wolfington explains why he insisted a movie about Saint Frances Cabrini be "about a person that's universal" and not a fairytale.
Meet the St. Joseph's Prep alumnus who is bringing a taste of Philadelphia and the iconic cheesesteak to Italy.
Michael Paparella is behind Philly's Steaks in Trani, part of Italy's Puglia region. Wakisha Bailey chats with the St. Joe's Prep grad who says Italians have taken a liking to cheesesteaks.
Pope Francis celebrated his 87th birthday with disadvantaged children and their families Sunday. Children sang to him and helped blow out a candle on his cake.
When Matteo Messina Denaro died, "he took with him his secrets" about Cosa Nostra, state radio said.
Viral incidents in Rome, Paris, Venice and other cities has garnered negative attention and expensive fines for tourists.
United States forward Christian Pulisic has arrived in Italy for a medical test with AC Milan before an expected transfer from Chelsea.
A man was filmed carving his fiancée's name onto the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, on Friday. The freestanding amphitheater is nearly 2,000 years old, and considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
"I consider it very serious, unworthy and a sign of great incivility that a tourist defaces one of the most famous places in the world," said Italy's Minister of Culture Gennaro Sangiuliano.
The new drinks featuring a spoonful of extra virgin olive oil will be available in Starbucks cafes in Italy this week.
Messina Denaro's arrest brings to a close the era of the "Cosa Nostra" Sicilian crime syndicate depicted in "The Godfather" movies.
At least 10 buildings reportedly collapse and one official said casualty figures were unclear because almost a dozen people were feared trapped under mud and rubble.
Near-final results show a party with neo-fascist roots, the Brothers of Italy, has swept Italy's national elections.
The town of Sambuca on Italy's island of Sicily is offering homes for just over $1 but there's a catch – you must be willing to renovate the home.
A dying man has chosen to forgive an alleged pickpocket who spoiled his "trip of a lifetime" in a letter that's receiving global attention.
The incident occurred around noon (6 a.m. ET) Tuesday, Italian state police said, later posting a video on Twitter of the moment the bridge gave way.
One of Earth's rarer weather moments has brought a popular city in Europe to a halt.
The woman, who was only identified as Anna, asked for two days' leave because the ill animal needed constant medical supervision before it could be taken into surgery.
Temperatures on Tuesday morning will turn a little cooler under mostly clear skies before rain moves into the Philadelphia region on Wednesday.
Officials are calling for more poll workers in Philadelphia ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 300th career home run and the Phillies rallied to beat the scuffling Rockies 9-3 on Monday night.
It is starting to feel like summertime at the Jersey Shore before Memorial Day weekend.
The National Weather Service shared new information about the tornado that damaged property in New Jersey and said that a gustnado formed during the storms.
No one was injured after a medical helicopter made an emergency landing in Whitemarsh Township on Monday night, Montgomery County officials say.
Temperatures on Tuesday morning will turn a little cooler under mostly clear skies before rain moves into the Philadelphia region on Wednesday.
Support is pouring in across party lines for former President Joe Biden after it was revealed Sunday he's battling aggressive prostate cancer.
Officials are calling for more poll workers in Philadelphia ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
What is Pope Leo XIV's Wawa order? The Villanova alumnus shares his answer with an Augustinian priest from Delaware County.
Officials are calling for more poll workers in Philadelphia ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
No one was injured after a medical helicopter made an emergency landing in Whitemarsh Township on Monday night, Montgomery County officials say.
During a visit to Philadelphia, Dr. Mehmet Oz said possible cuts to Medicaid and Medicare will make them more efficient.
Riders say dramatic service cuts and fare hikes on SEPTA would hurt Philadelphia-area families and businesses.
A person was struck by a SEPTA bus in Northeast Philadelphia on Monday afternoon, a spokesperson for the transportation agency said.
It is starting to feel like summertime at the Jersey Shore before Memorial Day weekend.
The National Weather Service shared new information about the tornado that damaged property in New Jersey and said that a gustnado formed during the storms.
NJ Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen reached a tentative deal Sunday that will end the strike.
NJ Transit trains are still not running Sunday as the engineer strike entered its third day.
A day after a tornado ripped through their community, neighbors in Collings Lakes came together to help each other after the storm.
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer, his office said in a statement on Sunday.
The Philadelphia area is about to enter an extended period of rain, fog and cloudiness that could last through at least the first half of the weekend.
Delaware State Police said a trooper shot an armed man who was not complying with orders to drop a firearm.
A 21-year-old man was killed in a triple shooting in Wilmington that wounded a 9-year-old girl on Thursday night, police said.
It will be an unsettled week ahead with scattered showers and isolated storms the next few days in the Philadelphia region.
During a visit to Philadelphia, Dr. Mehmet Oz said possible cuts to Medicaid and Medicare will make them more efficient.
Support is pouring in across party lines for former President Joe Biden after it was revealed Sunday he's battling aggressive prostate cancer.
A deadly plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia has left a 9-year-old boy fighting for his life and his mother doing everything she can to stay by his side.
While there are currently no restrictions on transgender adults getting their prescriptions, many are worried it could happen.
A traveler with measles was at Newark Liberty International Airport for several hours while infectious Monday, health officials said.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
What's the impact of a major PGA event in your backyard? Millions in hotel revenue, tourism officials say.
Thousands filled Walnut Street Saturday for the annual Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival — a one-day celebration of food, music and local business.
Riders say dramatic service cuts and fare hikes on SEPTA would hurt Philadelphia-area families and businesses.
Public hearings on SEPTA's proposal to cut service and raise fares to fill a more than $200 million budget gap begin Monday.
Saturday was a turbulent day at Philadelphia International Airport with over 300 flight delays and dozens of cancellations reported, according to FlightAware.
A fast-moving storm brought heavy downpours, turning streets into swamps across the region, including in Marple Township, where a neighbor helped rescue a woman from her flooded car.
There was another air traffic control outage in less than two weeks at the same Philadelphia facility that directs planes in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport on Friday morning.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 300th career home run and the Phillies rallied to beat the scuffling Rockies 9-3 on Monday night.
The fate of the tush push will be up for discussion again along with the NFL's history of giving division champions with mediocre records home field in the playoffs.
The Phillies optioned Mick Abel back to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Monday and recalled right-handed reliever Max Lazar.
On Monday, the Philadelphia Eagles signed head coach Nick Sirianni, 43, to a multi-year contract extension.
Mick Abel outdueled Paul Skenes to win his major league debut, striking out nine over six innings to lead Philadelphia over the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 for a three-game sweep and the Phillies' 15th win in 20 games.
A Holocaust survivor who helped revolutionize the dance world in Philadelphia is now sharing his story in a powerful new memoir.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around Philadelphia this weekend.
Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.
Cassie Ventura took the stand again in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial for her final day of cross-examination.
Singer Cassie Ventura accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her in 2018. The accusation came during her testimony at his sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for Tuesday in the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Primary is on Tuesday as Philadelphia will elect their next district attorney.
A medical helicopter made an emergency landing in a Whitemarsh Township, Pennsylvania, neighborhood Monday night. No injuries were reported. The FAA is investigating.
The proceeds of the invitational go toward the First Tee of Greater Philadelphia.
Banks, a 1996 Penn alumna, delivered the commencement speech at Penn's 269th commencement ceremony.