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At the historic St. Mark's Church in Frankford, Cristina Mancini spends 60-70 hours a week helping people in the community who need it the most.
Sources say the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office has withdrawn the first-degree murder charge against former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry.
Dial was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry. His third-degree murder charge remains, sources said.
Christopher Sorensen, 41, was charged with homicide by vehicle, accident death, no license reckless driving and other related offenses for killing 38-year-old Christopher Cabrera of Philadelphia in July.
A patient stabbed two people with a syringe at a hospital in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon, police say.
A patient stabbed two people with a syringe at Temple University Hospital - Episcopal Campus in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon, police say.
A judge has turned down a request to move the location of the trial of former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in the death of Eddie Irizarry.
The School District of Philadelphia is holding a hiring event Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Kensington to fill positions such as bus drivers, school nurses and food services.
An 84-year-old man was killed in a house fire in Philadelphia's Kensington section on Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Police said the 84-year-old man was found inside the house on the first floor unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at 1:42 p.m., according to police.
A 39-year-old man is accused of pulling up to a fight on a Kensington street, firing shots and later shooting a woman inside a home Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
On this week’s Focusing on the Future, a group of seniors had one wish before graduating - to save their sports teams. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Mothers In Charge, a nonprofit supporting families of gun violence victims for more than two decades, is expanding its mission to include siblings.
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office said bail for Ramon Rodriguez Vazquez, accused of shooting a police officer in Kensington Saturday night, has been set at $12.5 million.
Ramon Rodriguez Vazquez is charged with attempted murder and other offenses, Philadelphia police said Sunday.
A Philadelphia police office is in critical condition at Temple University Hospital after he was shot in Kensington Saturday night, police said.
Authorities say multiple people, including a person of interest, are in custody after a Philadelphia police officer was critically injured in a Kensington shooting Saturday night.
A suspect is in custody after a Philadelphia police officer was critically injured in a shooting in Kensington Saturday night. Ray Strickland reports.
Workers from Project HOME are checking in and providing water to people in Kensington.
As dangerously hot temperatures continue to bear down on the Philadelphia region, people experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable. Workers with Project HOME provide some relief to those in need.
75 men and women to graduate from the police academy - marking the department's largest graduating class in 6 years.
Philadelphia officials said the "Avila Drug Trafficking Organization" sold fentanyl, cocaine and moved guns in the city's Fairhill and Kensington neighborhoods.
A dozen people are now facing more than 80 federal charges after authorities say they took down the so-called "Avila Drug Trafficking Organization" in Philadelphia.
Police said a man was chased down and fatally shot in a takeout corner store in the Kensington section of Philadelphia on Monday night.
A man died after being shot multiple times in the Kensington section of Philadelphia Monday night, police said.
Last year, 43% of Americans reported having unused gift cards, according to consumer financial site Bankrate. Here's how you can avoid missing on out the money.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Fog and rain showers will kick off the week in the Philadelphia area before gusty winds and an Arctic blast of air move in Monday afternoon.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
A man was shot and killed Sunday in the Mantua section of West Philadelphia, police said.
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
Last year, 43% of Americans reported having unused gift cards, according to consumer financial site Bankrate. Here's how you can avoid missing on out the money.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Fog and rain showers will kick off the week in the Philadelphia area before gusty winds and an Arctic blast of air move in Monday afternoon.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A man was shot and killed Sunday in the Mantua section of West Philadelphia, police said.
A woman and a man were shot in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood
Nearly 93,000 travelers are set to move through Philadelphia International Airport in post-holiday rush.
A portion of SEPTA's Broad Street Line was suspended Saturday afternoon after a fire near the tracks, officials said.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
A 26-year-old woman died after driving off the road and crashing into a small body in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Six people were taken to a trauma center after a three-car crash on the Delaware Memorial Bridge Friday night.
Police say 44-year-old Rahman Rose entered a DMV in Wilmington, Delaware and shot and killed a state trooper.
Portnoy said he plans to give Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook's family nearly $500,000.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
Dallas Goedert caught a 1-yard touchdown pass, Jake Elliott hit field goals of 28 and 47 yards, and the Eagles hung on to defeat the Bills.
The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away in the second half for a 129-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Jalen Smith sparked a game-ending run with a thunderous dunk on Joel Embiid, and the Chicago Bulls matched a season high with their fifth straight win, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
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 Philadelphia area can expect a foggy, rainy Monday before bitterly cold temperatures return. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Residents in Hammonton, New Jersey, raced to help when two helicopters collided and then crashed down in their neighborhood. One pilot died and another was critically injured in the crash, police said.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts spoke to the media after team's 13-12 victory over the Buffalo Bills.
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni spoke to the media after the team's 13-12 win over the Bills in Buffalo.
The Philadelphia area can expect a mild Monday with temperatures in the 50s and scattered showers before colder air arrives for Tuesday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.