Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
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Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
Swarthmore students set up at Trotter Lawn on Wednesday. They want the school to divest from entities that have contracts with the Israeli government.
Tensions have soared following nearly 10 months of war in Gaza and the killing of two senior militants in separate strikes in Lebanon and Iran last week.
Pro-Palestinian protesters have set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Drexel University President John Fry said additional security measures will be in place and once again called for the pro-Palestinian encampment at Korman Quad to disband.
Swarthmore College is moving its graduation ceremony off campus and into the city of Philadelphia amid an ongoing pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus.
Police say an 18-year-old man was shot dead while he attempted to break up an altercation inside an apartment in Roxborough on Tuesday night. Meanwhile, the pro-Palestinian encampment set up at Drexel University enters its fifth day. More on these stories in your Wednesday, May 22, 2024 Digital Brief.
Drexel University's president has announced a plan for a "phased return to normal operations" amid a pro-Palestinian protest on campus.
Drexel president John Fry called on protesters to disband the pro-Palestinian encampment on campus again on Monday night.
Seven people remain in custody following a protest on Penn's campus Friday, where 19 demonstrators were arrested after trying to occupy Fisher-Bennett Hall, a university spokesperson said.
An encampment calling for a permanent and immediate cease-fire in Gaza was established on the Drexel University Korman Quad Saturday night, according to the Drexel Palestine Coalition.
Philadelphia police confirmed multiple people were arrested Friday night after the University of Pennsylvania warned the community of a large crowd in the area of 34th and Walnut streets.
The owner of a café in Philadelphia's Society Hill neighborhood said she is frustrated and no longer feels safe after vandals hit her business Lombard Café multiple times within the past seven months.
Police in riot gear early Friday morning cleared the pro-Palestinian encampment set up on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro called on the University of Pennsylvania to disband the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus Thursday "to restore order and safety on campus."
The pro-Palestinian protest encampment in the heart of Penn's campus has also expanded. Protesters moved more than a half dozen tents to an additional section of College Green on the Ivy League school's campus.
The University of Pennsylvania's interim president called for de-escalation and reiterated the pro-Palestinian protest encampment set up on College Green violates university policy.
University of Pennsylvania Interim President J. Larry Jameson is calling for de-escalation and reiterated the pro-Palestinian protest encampment set up on College Green violates university policy.
Princeton University students began a hunger strike Friday in solidarity with millions of Palestinians in Gaza as Israel's war against Hamas continues.
District Attorney Larry Krasner and City Councilwoman Jamie Gauthier visited Penn as pro-Palestinian protesters were encamped for Day 7 on College Green in the heart of the campus.
Acho said the "book is urgent." The two were working on the book before the Oct. 7 terrorist Hamas-led attack on Israel.
Penn seniors are worried the encampment will cause the university to cancel end-of-year traditions they've been anticipating for years.
Steps away from the encampment of student protesters at Penn, several organizations held a Passover Seder meal Sunday, sharing a message of solidarity with the people of Gaza.
The student-led demonstration is part of protests against the Israel-Hamas war being held on college campuses across the United States.
Once again, you will need the umbrella and coat with you on Friday in the Philadelphia region.
The Hope for Israel Alliance hosted the event in Old City and says they stand together in grief, solidarity and strength.
Parents gathered outside a forum featuring Abram Lucabaugh, who is the top candidate for superintendent of Centennial School District in Bucks County.
A shooting in South Philadelphia has left one man dead and two others wounded on Thursday night, police said.
The School District of Philadelphia appears to have been hit with a cyber fraud scheme that resulted in nearly $700,000 being diverted.
A shooting in South Philadelphia has left one man dead and two others wounded on Thursday night, police said.
The jury delivered a mixed verdict in the trial of Mark Dial, the former Philadelphia police officer charged with shooting and killing Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop in 2023.
Once again, you will need the umbrella and coat with you on Friday in the Philadelphia region.
The Hope for Israel Alliance hosted the event in Old City and says they stand together in grief, solidarity and strength.
Parents gathered outside a forum featuring Abram Lucabaugh, who is the top candidate for superintendent of Centennial School District in Bucks County.
The Hope for Israel Alliance hosted the event in Old City and says they stand together in grief, solidarity and strength.
Parents gathered outside a forum featuring Abram Lucabaugh, who is the top candidate for superintendent of Centennial School District in Bucks County.
A store in Secane, Delaware County, sold a scratch-off ticket worth $5 million, the Pennsylvania Lottery announced on Thursday.
Kavon Coleman, 23, will sit behind bars for a decade after carjacking a woman at gunpoint in Philadelphia's Mantua neighborhood.
Jewish groups in the Philadelphia area are making safety changes after two workers at the Israeli Embassy were killed outside a Jewish museum in Washington, D.C.
Jewish groups in the Philadelphia area are making safety changes after two workers at the Israeli Embassy were killed outside a Jewish museum in Washington, D.C.
Brenda Spencer and her boyfriend Branndon Mosley, accused of abusing Spencer's daughter over several years, were ordered to be held in jail until trial.
Don't expect summer-like weather for Memorial Day Weekend, but the weekend isn't a total loss in Philadelphia and New Jersey.
The Memorial Day Weekend travel rush from Philadelphia to the Jersey Shore has begun. Here are the best times to be on the road.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
Thousands of chicks that were found abandoned in a postal service truck in Delaware have been adopted.
Don't expect summer-like weather for Memorial Day Weekend, but the weekend isn't a total loss in Philadelphia and New Jersey.
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A pair of systems will bring soaking rain, gusty winds and unseasonably cool temperatures to the Philadelphia area Wednesday.
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer, his office said in a statement on Sunday.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Two Philadelphia area patriots who lost legs in the line of duty are now finding new freedom with martial arts.
The Ben Franklin Bridge and the Philadelphia skyline turned the color teal Tuesday night in recognition of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month.
Nerivio REN wearable, a noninvasive and drug-free device, is hoping to change the way to treat and prevent migraine headaches.
New Jersey health officials are warning people who attended Thursday's Shakira concert at MetLife stadium that a concertgoer had the measles.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
What's the impact of a major PGA event in your backyard? Millions in hotel revenue, tourism officials say.
The Memorial Day Weekend travel rush from Philadelphia to the Jersey Shore has begun. Here are the best times to be on the road.
New Jersey Transit riders said they are relieved the strike is over and rail travel has returned to normal.
The wait is over! Pennsylvania drivers can finally start ordering the commonwealth's newest license plate.
Riders say dramatic service cuts and fare hikes on SEPTA would hurt Philadelphia-area families and businesses.
Public hearings on SEPTA's proposal to cut service and raise fares to fill a more than $200 million budget gap begin Monday.
Two Philadelphia area patriots who lost legs in the line of duty are now finding new freedom with martial arts.
Ranger Suárez pitched into the seventh inning to outduel Germán Márquez, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Rockies 2-0 on Thursday.
J.T. Realmuto, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper hit home runs and the Phillies beat the Rockies 9-5 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.
Jean Segura, a two-time All-Star infielder who hit .281 in a 12-year major league career with six teams, announced his retirement.
Fresh off their second Super Bowl win, the Eagles will be featured on "Hard Knocks" in the 2025 season, along with the rest of the NFC East.
Kid Cudi, whose real name is Scott Mescudi, testified in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial about his relationship with Cassie Ventura.
Beyoncé is bringing her Cowboy Carter tour to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Here's what the BeyHive needs to know.
Fans will flock like "Birds of a Feather" as Billie Eilish returns to the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia this fall for another leg of the HIT ME HARD AND SOFT tour.
New Jersey health officials are warning people who attended Thursday's Shakira concert at MetLife stadium that a concertgoer had the measles.
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
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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.
Philadelphia companies are donating time and materials to fix up the Ronald McDonald House in University City.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region before Memorial Day weekend.
A small, but powerful vigil was held Thursday outside the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Old City in response to the two Israeli embassy staff members who were shot and killed in Washington, D.C. at the Capital Jewish Museum on Wednesday.
Parents in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, are speaking out against Abram Lucabaugh, the top candidate to be the next superintendent in Centennial School District.
Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and other charges in connection with the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry in 2023. He was found not guilty of third-degree murder. Irizarry's family and Dial's attorneys reacted to the news Thursday afternoon.