Extreme heat impacting July Fourth weekend, FIFA Fan Festival events
With multiple days of triple-digit heat in the forecast, organizers for Philadelphia's America 250 celebrations and FIFA Fan Festival are making changes to some outdoor plans.
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With multiple days of triple-digit heat in the forecast, organizers for Philadelphia's America 250 celebrations and FIFA Fan Festival are making changes to some outdoor plans.
Through July 4, the Wawa Welcome America Festival will host concerts, block parties, fireworks, parades and more across Philadelphia.
The show over the Art Museum is now slated for midnight after going off at 9 p.m. last year.
The rapper and Philadelphia native will join Christina Aguilera, Jill Scott and The Roots at the "One Philly Unity Concert" on July 4.
Wawa Welcome America is back for its 35th year, and organizers promise 2026's celebrations will be the biggest the city has seen.
The sound of sirens signaled the start of the Thornbury Township Fourth of July parade, and the crowds came alive.
This weekend's forecast is a rare sight for this time of year. It'll be dry and pleasant for the three-day holiday weekend in the Philadelphia region. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly explains why this stretch of weather conditions is so rare for Independence Day weekend. Plus, Ukee Washington tries his hand at meteorology.
Congress Hall in Cape May is preparing for its All-American Cookout this Independence Day. The patriotic party dates back 200 years; however, it's just one of the many ways families are celebrating the Fourth of July this year.
With negotiations at a standstill, the big question remains: How will Philadelphia clean up a potential mess after the concert and fireworks?
For many, heading down the Jersey Shore for the Fourth of July is a tradition.
From playing volleyball in the water to a game of spike ball on the sand, or even a trip to the top of the iconic Lucy the Elephant, for many people, celebrating July Fourth down the shore is a tradition.
Numerous road closures are scheduled for Philadelphia ahead of the July 4 holiday.
Celebrating the Fourth of July in the Delaware Valley? We've got you covered. Here's a list of Independence Day parades and fireworks shows this year.
July 2 is the day John Adams preferred to be Independence Day, calling for "pomp and parade." The Red, White and Blue To-Do honors that wish.
Families are kicking off the Fourth of July holiday weekend early down in Ocean City, New Jersey.
With a long holiday weekend right around the corner, many families are escaping to the Jersey Shore to get a jump start on Fourth of July celebrations.
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials expect a busy travel period heading into the Fourth of July weekend.
As part of Wawa Welcome America, leading up to July 4, Wawa is once again assembling thousands of Shortis and giving them away.
Whitemarsh Township in Montgomery County has cancelled its Fourth of July parade, citing safety risks and concerns about the potential for a vehicle-ramming terror attack.
Wawa Welcome America is the annual festival leading up to the Fourth of July concert on the Parkway and fireworks show.
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
Save big on the latest tech gadgets and more during Best Buy's extended 4th of July sale, ending today.
Several dogs and their owners showed off their American pride on July 4 in Old City Philadelphia for the Patriotic Pet Parade.
People packed the beach and boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Thursday to celebrate Independence Day and see the fireworks. More fireworks are scheduled for Sunday.
Crowds gathered on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia Thursday to celebrate the Fourth of July with performances from Kesha and Ne-Yo and fireworks.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
Preparations are underway for Friday's parade in Philadelphia to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
Preparations are underway for Friday's parade in Philadelphia to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man wanted in three shootings, including two deadly ones, in the city's Hunting Park neighborhood.
One Pennsylvania church is opening its doors wider, creating a welcoming place for members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Montgomery County on Monday kicked off America's semiquincentennial week with a birthday bash celebrating Valley Forge National Historical Park.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Aiden Logrande, 19, was arrested in connection with two vehicle arsons and multiple acts of criminal mischief in Washington Township, police said.
Police said a girl was shot and two boys were hit by a car after shots were fired outside a graduation party in Deerfield Township, Cumberland County.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
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.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
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.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring "Smokin'" Joe Frazier now stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The Phillies have three finalists for a starting job on the National League team: Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott.
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.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
Bells are an integral part of our nation's history. There's the Liberty Bell with its storied crack, of course. But the lesser-known bells at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City are even older.
The First Bank of the United States in Philadelphia will reopen to the public this week. It's been closed to the public since 1976.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Monday night as we're set to experience another heat wave.
Hydration is key for people who work outside, as the Philadelphia region is set to experience another heat wave.
Residents of Nicetown said they're still processing the trauma they experienced last year.