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Veterans face an increased risk for ALS -- Lou Gehrig's Disease -- no matter where they served or when.
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Veterans face an increased risk for ALS -- Lou Gehrig's Disease -- no matter where they served or when.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington Square is one of the most popular destinations on Memorial Day.
Teeing off isn't always easy, but veteran Jake Kessler says playing golf is helping him in ways he never imagined.
This Memorial Day, we stop to honor the men and women who gave their lives to ensure our freedom.
With each boat they sand and equipment box they repair, the crew at Ocean City Bach Patrol Boat House is thinking about summer and safety.
The University of Memphis is making tuition free for the children and spouses of United States soldiers who died in the line of duty.
The country's longest consecutive Memorial Day parade continues to draw a large crowd in Doylestown after 150 years.
While it was not the best weather for a long weekend at the beach, the Memorial Day holiday still brought crowds to the Jersey Shore.
It was a special bond being highlighted in Media this Memorial Day as veterans gathered to remember the brothers and sisters they lost in combat.
At least 1 million people are expected to travel throughout the state for the holiday weekend.
The drive late Thursday afternoon from Philadelphia to the Jersey Shore took more than two hours but many people wanted to arrive early to beat the crowds ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
Military veterans from two different wars joined together Monday in Penn's Landing to remember their fallen comrades.
It was a solemn Memorial Day ceremony aboard the USS Olympia at Penn's Landing honored the individuals who died defending our country.
Nevermind a few sprinkles on this Memorial Day parade.
This year's ceremony focused on hometown heroes killed in action since World War II.
President Donald Trump honored the US service members who made the ultimate sacrifice by visiting Arlington National Cemetery in recognition of Memorial Day Monday morning.
Ninety-seven-year-old Dan Paciello enjoys sharing his stories of service with anyone who wants to talk.
There will be Memorial Day events going on throughout the region Monday including one in Society Hill.
Lines were long for the Liberty Bell and at the Museum of the American Revolution folks were reflecting on those who sacrificed and served for the freedoms we enjoy today.
Motorists traveling this Memorial Day weekend will find gas prices that have risen for the first time in weeks.
Memorial Day is not Veterans Day. They are two distinctly different days that we, as a grateful nation, show our respect to those who have served our country.
Traveling during Memorial Day Weekend?
Chef Nick Kennedy says you'll want to take a little extra care with your grill when you start it up for the first time in the season.
Memorial Day is the one day of the year set aside to honor and remember our nation's heroes who died in active military service. This year, reflect upon their sacrifice with reverence, but also allow yourself to experience the joy of the freedoms these great men and women protected.
Fire crews were seen on Chopper 3 working on multiple homes on the 5000 block of North Lambert Street Tuesday morning.
The Phillies and DH Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract in free agency Tuesday, according to multiple reports.
Mantua Township voters will decide whether to raise $39 million in bonds to repair aging school buildings.
A water main break flooded the intersection of Robbins Street and Elmhurst Street in Oxford Circle Tuesday morning.
Cameron Dicker kicked five field goals and Tony Jefferson intercepted Jalen Hurts at the 1-yard line to lift the Chargers to a 22-19 overtime victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night.
Temperatures are the coldest they've been since February Tuesday morning, with widespread teens and some windchills that dip into the single digits.
Fire crews were seen on Chopper 3 working on multiple homes on the 5000 block of North Lambert Street Tuesday morning.
The Phillies and DH Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract in free agency Tuesday, according to multiple reports.
Mantua Township voters will decide whether to raise $39 million in bonds to repair aging school buildings.
A water main break flooded the intersection of Robbins Street and Elmhurst Street in Oxford Circle Tuesday morning.
Fire crews were seen on Chopper 3 working on multiple homes on the 5000 block of North Lambert Street Tuesday morning.
A water main break flooded the intersection of Robbins Street and Elmhurst Street in Oxford Circle Tuesday morning.
Philadelphia has declared its fourth Code Blue of the season as temperatures dip below freezing.
Instead of big incisions, doctors at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital are using tiny scopes with tips that freeze. For patients, it means they get diagnosed faster with no downtime.
A Florida man died in a crash on the Vine Street Expressway in Philadelphia Monday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Mantua Township voters will decide whether to raise $39 million in bonds to repair aging school buildings.
Three members of a family of four were killed in a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike, leaving their community heartbroken.
Mark Paulino, a former elementary school and Santa actor, was arrested on child porn charges, the Mercer County prosecutor said.
Three people are dead, including a minor, after a crash in East Windsor Township on the New Jersey Turnpike, state police said.
The iconic Peanut World and three other other businesses along the Atlantic City Boardwalk were damaged in a fire Friday afternoon.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Instead of big incisions, doctors at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital are using tiny scopes with tips that freeze. For patients, it means they get diagnosed faster with no downtime.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
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.
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.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA and TWU Local 234 reached a labor agreement Monday that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia.
All SEPTA services will run on a normal schedule Monday, days after TWU Local 234 warned a strike was "imminent."
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
The Phillies and DH Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract in free agency Tuesday, according to multiple reports.
Cameron Dicker kicked five field goals and Tony Jefferson intercepted Jalen Hurts at the 1-yard line to lift the Chargers to a 22-19 overtime victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night.
Former Philadelphia Eagles great and Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL in his right knee.
LeBron James hit a late go-ahead 3-pointer and scored 29 points, Luka Doncic had a triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on Sunday night.
Two Philadelphia Catholic League high school football teams won PIAA state championships over the weekend, including one that won its first in school history.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes have been announced. Here are the nominees.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
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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.
President Donald Trump is bringing his message about the economy and affordability to Pennsylvania Tuesday. The president is scheduled to speak at the Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono later in the afternoon.
Chopper 3 flew over a water main break and partial road collapse at Robbins and Elmhurst streets in the city's Oxford Circle neighborhood on Tuesday. The cause is still under investigation.
Temperatures will start out the coldest they've been since February Tuesday in the Philadelphia region, with widespread teens and some windchills that dip into the single digits. A slow rebound begins Tuesday before the next system arrives tomorrow with light rain for most and light snow possible across higher terrain.
Jim Donovan and two experts from Thomas Jefferson University counted and catalogued Jim's collection of over 1,500 pairs of socks in our Great Hall this week. Jim is applying for the Guinness World Record for the largest sock collection and the current record holder has fewer than 1,200 pairs.
Pre-trial hearings resume Tuesday for Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting and killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. On Monday, his lawyers pushed to suppress some evidence in the case, arguing it was improperly obtained without a search warrant.