Sources: Einstein Healthcare Network To Merge With Jefferson Health
The official announcement is expected to be made at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Einstein Medical Center.
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Time Running Out To File Tax Returns
Taxes are due April 17, that means you get two extra days because the 15th is a Sunday and Monday is a holiday in Washington D.C.
New App Is Like Uber, For Your Stuff
Need to move a desk or a chair, but your car is too small? There's an app for that.
Construction Underway On State-of-the-Art YMCA In Montgomery County
The new the complex will cost more than $30 million and feature several pools, huge gyms and room for more than 20,000 members.
Expert Discusses When You Should Seek Medical Treatment For That Cut
To stitch or not to stitch? That often becomes the question when you're bleeding.
Expert Explains How Cyber Criminals Are Targeting Your Tax Return
This year, Pennsylvania officials are noticing a twist on an old theme.
Raising Heart Rates To Save Hearts At CHOP
They'll be pedaling for a good cause Sunday at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Two Passports Could Be Better Than One
Forty percent of Americans have a U.S. passport. Some have more than one.
Expert Talks Rare, Deadly Childhood Syndrome Similar To Adult Alzheimer's
It's really called Sanfilippo Syndrome and while doctors don't call it "Childhood Alzheimer's," it does mimic some of the symptoms.
Shame Bars Americans From Turning To Weight Loss Surgery, Study Says
A new study shows that nearly all of us support friends who have the procedure, but would be ashamed to admit we had the surgery.
Adults Living With Congenital Heart Disease Have Resource Now Celebrating Milestone
The Adult Congenital Heart Association is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Flu Season: Expert Weighs In On Why Health Care Workers Aren't Sick As Well
Why aren't all the health care workers suffering from the virus?
Nonprofit Using Mini Horses To Provide Pet Therapy
A nonprofit in Newtown, Bucks County is proving that a lot of love can come in small packages.
Philly Restaurant Offers Valentine's Day Discount For Paying Attention
James Morrissey, owner of Somo Manyunk wants to give you a break to keep the phone in your pocket.
Longwood Gardens, Delaware Valley University Form Pathway To Horticulture Degree
A partnership is giving those who love gardens the chance to earn a degree.
Ride-Sharing Company Lyft Announces Special Deal To Watch Super Bowl LII
If you're meeting friends at one of 10-hot spots, you can take advantage of the special price according to Andrew Woolf, General Manager of Lyft Pennsylvania and Delaware.
'We're All In This Together': Expert Explains Fans' Love For Philly Sports Teams
The Super Bowl is almost here -- and for some Eagles fans, the big day can't arrive soon enough.
Wistar Institute Receives $1.4M Grant To Develop Vaccine For Malaria
Malaria is a challenge, and the $1.4 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will let the Wistar Institute work on a DNA-based vaccine.
Bad Flu Season Leaves Emergency Rooms Packed
Emergency room workers are swamped according to Dr. Jerahme Posner, an emergency medicine physician at Lankenau Medical Center.
South Jersey Warehouse Sale Offers Discounted Medical Equipment, More
Medical insurance won't pay for all your health care needs, but a warehouse in South Jersey may have what you need at 50-75% below retail.
MossRehab Becomes First In US To Use New Robotic Technology For Rehab
MosRehab hospital is testing equipment that is helping patients improve physical and cognitive ability.
Good Eating Habits Can Help Fight Off Flu Season, Expert Says
If it seems that everyone around you is sick, you might want to change your eating habits to keep yourself healthy.
Doctors Warn Even Healthy People Can Get Seriously Ill, Die From Flu
Flu season returns every year, so we might take it as seriously as we should.
Local Expert's New Tool Is Helping Educators With Students At Risk
She admits it's extra work for school workers, but it can keep kids safe.
Food Isn't Only Concern For People With Gluten Intolerance
There may be gluten in your medications, and now the FDA is suggesting drug makers voluntarily identify the problematic ingredient.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Phillies to play Marlins in 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
72 charged in wake of Philadelphia looting, DA's office says
Officials gave an update Monday after several stores were looted across Philadelphia last week.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO accused of exploiting men for sex
A BBC investigation found Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, were at the center of an organized operation running sex events, with a middleman recruiting young men.
Person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting dies after shot by police
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Phillies to play Marlins in 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
72 charged in wake of Philadelphia looting, DA's office says
Officials gave an update Monday after several stores were looted across Philadelphia last week.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO accused of exploiting men for sex
A BBC investigation found Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, were at the center of an organized operation running sex events, with a middleman recruiting young men.
Person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting dies after shot by police
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting dies after shot by police
Police believe the man is the person of interest they were looking for in connection with a shooting that left three people dead inside a home in Lawncrest.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
Philadelphia artist's work catches Starbucks' attention for Hispanic Heritage Month
Philadelphia artist Manuela Guillén is behind vivid new artwork on some of Starbucks' mugs and tumblers.
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NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Video shows man deliberately crashing car into Jersey police station
Prosecutors said the driver had also crashed his car into a home earlier that day.
New Jersey's gas tax increases by roughly a penny
The roughly 2% New Jersey gas tax increase comes after the gas tax fell in the previous two years.
Neighbors rock out from the comfort of their front lawns at Collingswood Porchfest
Porchfest is a Collingswood classic. It's an open air music festival designed to bring the community together.
Bicyclists raise $4.3M for 44th annual Bike MS: City to Shore Ride 2023
More than 4,000 bicyclists embarked on the 75 to 100 mile trek down the shore to Ocean City, N.J. to raise awareness for Multiple Sclerosis early Saturday morning.
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NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Mothers outraged after Delaware State Trooper accused of beating teens over prank indicted
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware trooper accused of beating teens over ding dong ditch prank indicted by grand jury
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
PA, NJ, DE among 17 states to join FTC in sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
3-year-old boy dead after hit by off-duty firefighter parking his car
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
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Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
Philly health officials urge vaccinations as COVID hospitalizations increase
The Philadelphia health commissioner hopes to avoid another tripledemic of flu, COVID and RSV, like what happened last winter.
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National Coffee Day 2023 deals: Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Circle K
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
Famous Philly streetwear store looks to rebuild after being looted
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
"It's family and it's community": Iconic Eye's Gallery thriving in new South Street space
Some may call this chapter a literal rising from the ashes, as some eight months after the fire, the Eye's Gallery is reopening.
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TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA contactless "tap to pay" payments start Friday; riders split
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
SEPTA launching contactless "tap to pay" tech on buses, trolleys, most trains
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
SEPTA bus driver discovers man shot in his car
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
SEPTA Bus Revolution to hold last 3 public hearings Sept. 26 - 28
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
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Phillies to play Marlins in 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
James Harden skips Sixers' media day, continues to seek trade
James Harden skipped the Sixers' media day Monday and his status for training camp remains unclear as he continues to seek a trade.
Jake Elliott's clutch FG gives Eagles OT win over Washington Commanders
Jake Elliott hit a 54-yard field goal -- his fourth of the game -- to give the Eagles a 34-31 overtime victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field.
Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
A.J. Brown's 2 TD day powers Eagles to win vs. Washington Commanders
A.J. Brown hauled in nine catches for 175 yards and two touchdowns in the Eagles' 34-31 overtime win over the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field to improve to 4-0 for the second straight year.
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Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Jester Castle offers community opportunity to exhibit talent in various forms of spoken art
In this week's The Heartbeat, host Ashley Harder plants her feet on Jester Castle's stage. Learning the concept behind this new Center City venue and what sets it apart.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Philadelphia Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
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Philadelphia Weather: Sunny stretch
A beautiful stretch of weather this week, with 80s through Thursday.
Philadelphia police release more surveillance video of looting at Apple Store in Center City
Phones, laptops and tablets were taken from the store on Walnut Street during the looting incident on Sept. 26, police said.
Philadelphia journalist killed inside home in Point Breeze: police
Police said Josh Kruger, a local journalist and activist, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home overnight Monday.
Accused shooter in quadruple shooting killed by Philadelphia police
Police believe the alleged shooter in a deadly quadruple shooting in Lawncrest is dead after a shootout with officers.
Police shoot person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting
Jasmine Payoute has the latest on the victims of the quadruple shooting.