Philadelphia Police: Zero Tolerance For 'Festive' Gunfire
Philadelphia's top law enforcement officials say there's nothing festive about people shooting weapons into the air to celebrate New Year's Eve.
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Philadelphia's top law enforcement officials say there's nothing festive about people shooting weapons into the air to celebrate New Year's Eve.
There are no shortage of places where you can ring in your New Year. Communities near and far have many activities planned.
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It's a New Year's Eve party with a pirate theme at the Independence Seaport Museum on Penn's Landing.
For those who like to see the New Year in with a bang, Penn's Landing is the place to be on Saturday. Two fireworks shows are scheduled for New Year's Eve and preparations are already underway.
While champagne and classic cocktails are plentiful at parties, even if you're not serving alcohol, there are lots of ways to make holiday beverages festive and fun.
Spending New Year's Eve in Philadelphia? Good choice! Here's where to watch the ball drop and toast 2012 in the City of Brotherly Love.
Pat Ciarrocchi spoke to Ben Premack and Jordana Neumann, of the Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, about some New Year's Eve parties and events happening at the hotel.
CBS 3 will once again broadcast the Penn's Landing New Year's Eve fireworks live at midnight on December 31st.
Movie audiences celebrated 'New Year's Eve' on the early side this year, but in much more modest numbers than were expected.
Mayor Michael A. Nutter today announced that the new tradition of two fireworks on New Year's Eve will continue as SugarHouse Casino returns to present Twice the Fireworks, Twice the Fun with two different shows 6 p.m. and Midnight, lighting up the skies over the Delaware River.
Thousands of kids celebrated the new year here at the Please Touch Museum at the museum's annual "Countdown to Noon."
It is obvious that if you plan to go out and drink alcohol as part of the New Year's celebration you need to have a designated driver or you need to stay off the road.
The district attorney and the police department issued their annual warning Thursday about the dangers of firing guns into the air to celebrate the New Year, and they spoke of the consequences for all concerned.
The shells that will be launched pyrotecnics displays over the Delaware River tomorrow night are being loaded and wired at a ship yard in Camden today.
A Bucks County paramedic warns that New Years is a time when many make the mistake of drinking and driving.
Many Philadelphia restaurants and bars are offering New Year's Eve packages with a free show -- a spectacular view of the city's fireworks display.
CBS 3 and KYW Newsradio 1060 will once again broadcast Philadelphia's New Year's Eve fireworks live from Penn's Landing at midnight on December 31st.
There's a whole list of family friendly events taking place on New Year's Eve.
Stress levels go up for everyone during November and December with the holidays coming on. But a local expert says you might be surprised at just what will trigger a domestic violence situation.
Now that the holiday season is here, have you made your plans for New Year's Eve? The City of Philadelphia is planning to ring in 2011 with a bang.
Mayor Michael A. Nutter announced today that the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) will continue to produce not one but two fireworks shows this New Year's Eve, December 31, 2010, due to the generous support of the new presenting sponsor, SugarHouse Casino.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
The cyclosporiasis outbreak, the nation's largest, is currently affecting nine states.
Andy Chan will ride his bike 65 miles from Philadelphia to Atlantic City this weekend in memory of his father, Andy Chan.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is overseeing the $19.5 million effort to build the beach back up between 16th Street and Seaview Road.
Can travelers get their money back if the destination of a cruise changes unexpectedly? Here's what to know before booking.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
The cyclosporiasis outbreak, the nation's largest, is currently affecting nine states.
Andy Chan will ride his bike 65 miles from Philadelphia to Atlantic City this weekend in memory of his father, Andy Chan.
The five cases are all in Kent County among people who are not vaccinated and one is in the hospital, health officials said.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is overseeing the $19.5 million effort to build the beach back up between 16th Street and Seaview Road.
Andy Chan will ride his bike 65 miles from Philadelphia to Atlantic City this weekend in memory of his father, Andy Chan.
The crash happened on the 700 block of South Christopher Columbus Boulevard around 1 a.m. Friday.
A Delaware County animal rescue said it has made the heartbreaking decision to stop accepting new animals after reaching capacity.
The founder of Operation Save Our City is facing charges for allegedly stabbing another woman on a SEPTA train.
The investigation at Eugene Horsch's house on Chew Avenue in Olney will take time, an expert says.
Andy Chan will ride his bike 65 miles from Philadelphia to Atlantic City this weekend in memory of his father, Andy Chan.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is overseeing the $19.5 million effort to build the beach back up between 16th Street and Seaview Road.
The software company at the center of a New Jersey noncitizen voting controversy fired back Thursday, saying the state is responsible for the snafu.
Three hundred installations at the Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton are combining the restorative powers of being outside with art.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
A 13-year-old boy accused of assaulting two people with fireworks earlier this month in Wilmington faces attempted murder charges, police say.
The Wilmington Blue Rocks officially has a new owner, and with it comes new hope for the future of the ballpark.
New reward announced seven years after Susan Ledyard's body was recovered from the Brandywine River.
The five cases are all in Kent County among people who are not vaccinated and one is in the hospital, health officials said.
Police in Wilmington are increasing patrols after receiving 28 reports of car break-ins and attempted thefts last weekend.
Three hundred installations at the Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton are combining the restorative powers of being outside with art.
Dr. Kirti Chopra, who allegedly put patients at risk with unsanitary practices in her dental office, is allowed to reopen.
The five cases are all in Kent County among people who are not vaccinated and one is in the hospital, health officials said.
Health officials in Delaware have confirmed the first cases of measles in the state in more than a decade.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
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.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
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.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
The 2026 Independence Day Regatta begins Friday morning with the championship final scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
Max Muncy hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the sixth inning, as the Dodgers beat the Phillies Wednesday night.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Wednesday night for their first win in more than three months.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer, Justin Wrobleski pitched into the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Zack Wheeler and the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on Tuesday night.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
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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.
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James could have signed with any team, but he chose the Philadelphia 76ers. Dan Snyder and Krystle Rich reports.
Our Dan Snyder caught up with Philadelphia fans who say now is the time for a championship run with Lebron on the team.
5,000 athletes representing almost 100 teams from 18 states along with international competitors are participating in the regatta.
Hundreds of motorcycle riders will take part in the annual tradition to Shriners Children's Philadelphia this Sunday.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission initially issued the subpoena as part of an investigation into whether Penn maintained a hostile work environment regarding workplace antisemitism.