Philadelphia police officer shoots, kills man outside children's hospital
A man who was suicidal was shot and killed by a Philadelphia officer outside St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Thursday, police said.
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A man who was suicidal was shot and killed by a Philadelphia officer outside St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Thursday, police said.
Five current and four former Philadelphia officers were charged, accused of collecting payments from a city-funded youth boxing program.
Philadelphia leaders are looking for neighbors' input as they create a new safety plan.
Philadelphia city and police leaders are seeking input from the public as they put together a five-year safety plan.
Loved ones gathered in North Philadelphia to honor Sgt. Jaime Roman, who died from a gunshot wound he sustained on the job.
Mayor Cherelle Parker was joined by Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and other city leaders as she announced a significant labor update related to Philadelphia police.
The shooting outside the Christy Rec Center in West Philadelphia happened days after a violent weekend in the city.
Police said four people were struck by gunfire outside Christy Rec Center in West Philadelphia on Wednesday afternoon.
During a press conference on Monday, District Attorney Larry Krasner described the weekend's crimes as disturbing, yet noted that crime rates are still falling in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia law enforcement officers and firefighters joined anti-violence activists for a basketball game.
Philadelphia police are mourning the loss of an officer who was assigned to Philadelphia International Airport. Commissioner Kevin Bethel announced the death in a social media post.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel announced the officer's death in a social media post on Saturday.
The mass shooting in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park on Memorial Day left two dead and nine others wounded.
A mass shooting in Philadelphia at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park left two adults dead and nine others injured, including three minors.
An officer is in critical condition after he was shot while police were breaking up a large fight outside Overbrook High School in Philadelphia, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel spoke to reporters after an officer was shot near Overbrook High School Wednesday afternoon. He had a message for an adult he says brought a gun to a fight involving teens: "You're a coward anyway." The officer who was shot is in critical condition, he said.
Philadelphia's summer plans are in full swing as Mayor Cherelle Parker and city leaders unveiled a series of new initiatives designed to provide safety, engagement and job opportunities for young people.
Philadelphia police responded to seven shootings over the weekend. Two people died.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel discussed a spike in gun violence in the city over the weekend.
Family members, friends and fellow law enforcement officers gathered in Philadelphia Tuesday to remember Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald, a Temple University police officer who was killed in the line of duty two years ago.
A Philadelphia police officer is "doing well" after he was shot in the hand while on duty Tuesday night, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city officials discussed safety ahead of a possible Eagles Super Bowl celebration. They cautioned revelers against climbing poles and shooting guns into the air.
Days before the Philadelphia Eagles play in Super Bowl LIX, city officials are preparing for potentially tens of thousands of fans to hit the streets after Sunday night's big game.
A Northeast Philadelphia man who was injured when a plane crashed into his neighborhood Friday night describes the moment a piece of debris flew into a restaurant and struck him in the head. Neighbors and city leaders say the community is coming together after the tragedy.
Numbers from the Philadelphia Police Department show crime is down for the first time since before the pandemic.
The triple-digit temperatures continue as heat wave in the Philadelphia region enters Day 6.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
The triple-digit temperatures continue as heat wave in the Philadelphia region enters Day 6.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
The sights and sounds of Independence Day were on full display in Haddonfield as the borough commemorated and celebrated America's 250th birthday.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
One South Jersey woman living at Collingswood Manor is joining the centenarian club this weekend.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
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.
The Anaheim Ducks have seven days to match the Flyers' offer sheet or accept four first-round draft picks as compensation.
Philly music icons The Roots will perform before Saturday's World Cup match between France and Paraguay, FIFA says.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
Jaylen Brown said he felt disrespected by the Celtics as he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers after a decade in Boston.
Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
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.
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.
In addition to the heat, keep your eyes to the skies and ears up listening for thunder. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Despite extreme heat that delayed the start of the show by an hour, hundreds of people packed Independence Mall on Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert, kicking off the Fourth of July weekend in Philadelphia. Ross DiMattei reports.
The heat wave gripping the Philadelphia region is dangerous for high risk individuals, including children. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Experts weigh in about making the Fourth of July celebrations enjoyable for people and their pets. Tammie Souza reports.
Villanova University alumnus and leader of the 1 billion-member Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, accepted the Liberty Medal from Philadelphia's National Constitution Center on Friday. Siafa Lewis reports.