Judge to Rule on Admissibility of 'Kensington Strangler' Confessions
Antonio Rodriguez is accused of sexually assaulting and strangling three women in late 2010.
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Alleged Kensington Strangler To Stand Trial Today
Antonio Rodriguez, 23, is charged with murdering three women, a crime spree that terrorized the neighborhood for months.
Charges Approved For Arrest Of Suspect In 'Kensington Strangler' Case
Charges have been approved for the arrest of a man in connection to the murders of three women in the city's Kensington section.
Candlelight Vigil Held To Honor Victims Of 'Kensington Strangler'
Friends and family will gather Friday night to hold a candlelight vigil for the murdered victims of the Kensington strangler.
Police Search For Clues In Strangling Of Young Woman In Juniata
Friday night, police said they found Allison Edwards' body partially clad in a home on Glendale Street.
DNA Links Kensington Strangulations To Single Suspect
Police have new information regarding a series of Kensington sexual assaults and strangulation murders that occurred this month.
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Man believed to be person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting 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.
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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Man killed in hit-and-run in Rhawnhurst, police say
The 39-year-old victim was hit on Bustleton Avenue around 3 a.m. Monday morning.
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Man believed to be person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting 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.
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.
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.
Man killed in hit-and-run in Rhawnhurst, police say
The 39-year-old victim was hit on Bustleton Avenue around 3 a.m. 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.
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Man believed to be person of interest in Lawncrest quadruple shooting 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.
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.
Man killed in hit-and-run in Rhawnhurst, police say
The 39-year-old victim was hit on Bustleton Avenue around 3 a.m. Monday morning.
Man shot in chest, killed in North Philly: police
Police responded to the scene of a shooting on the 400 block of West Pike Street just after 5:45 p.m. where they found a man in a car shot in the chest.
Delaware County Park Police officer dies in line of duty
Officer Joseph Montgomery died following a suspected medical episode, Chris Eiserman, President of the Delaware County Lodge No. 27 FOP said.
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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
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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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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.
2 professors hope to diversify the medical field ahead of National Latino Physician Day
They hope to change the number of Hispanics choosing a career in medicine by highlighting their community's achievements on October 1 for National Latino Physician Day.
Colon cancer has a high survival rate when caught early. How to get a free screening
The 45 Plus Reasons campaign is hyperfocused on Black Philadelphians, with the goal of getting thousands of them screened for colon cancer.
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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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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.
Man dies after hit by dump truck while exiting SEPTA bus
A 68-year-old man has died after getting hit by a dump truck while getting off a SEPTA bus.
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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.
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.
Playoff-bound Phillies rout Mets in Buck Showalter's finale as New York manager
Alec Bohm hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning, sending the playoff-bound Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-1 victory in Buck Showalter's final game as New York Mets manager.
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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
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Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
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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
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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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Police give update after Lawncrest shooting person of interest shot by officers
A 21-year-old man believed to be the person involved in a deadly quadruple shooting inside a home in Lawncrest early Monday morning has been shot by police in Mount Airy, according to officials.
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Man shot, killed by police in Mt. Airy
Police believe the man killed in this shooting was a person of interest in connection to a quadruple shooting in Lawncrest.
Transit Workers Union authorizes strike for SEPTA employees if necessary
The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
Meet the Philadelphia artist behind new art at Starbucks
The next time you step inside a Starbucks, you might notice vivid new artwork on some of the shop's mugs and tumblers.