Mayor Parker defends return-to-office policy as union lawsuit looms
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker stood her ground Wednesday regarding her policy to return all city workers to the office full-time despite facing a lawsuit by a group of unions.
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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker stood her ground Wednesday regarding her policy to return all city workers to the office full-time despite facing a lawsuit by a group of unions.
After Dorothy the pig escaped onto Route 202 in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, police officers and bystanders used a tush push to get her safely back into her trailer.
Runners and walkers gathered for a 5K race and kids' fun run in Souderton, Montgomery County, Wednesday to raise money for a local meal program.
This summer, 16 young composers are spending two weeks on Temple University's campus to workshop and develop their original works of music at the Wildflower Composers Festival. Reporter Eva Andersen has the story.
An excessive heat warning and heat advisory in the Philadelphia region ended on Wednesday night, but there's still a marginal risk for severe weather for parts of the Delaware Valley.
Tolls on the Ben Franklin Bridge and three other bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey are scheduled to increase, but by exactly how much is to be determined.
Tolls on four bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey — the Ben Franklin Bridge, Betsy Ross Bridge, Commodore Barry Bridge, and Walt Whitman Bridge — are going up this summer, but how much they increase depends on a vote happening next week.
An attorney for the family of Christopher Fitzgerald said Larry Krasner's decision sends a horrible message to law enforcement in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker isn't budging on her demand to have all city workers back in the office starting next week despite being sued by a coalition of unions.
Even in the hot weather, Philadelphia is a popular tourist spot. Walking up and down Independence Hall is taxing on the body on Wednesday, think if you're one of the tour guides or actors. Marcella Baietto shares how those working outdoors and visitors cope in the sweltering heat.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Mayor Cherelle Parker held a news conference on July 10, 2024 where she defended her policy requiring city workers to return to the office full-time.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority is warning drivers about a phishing scam targeting customers with text messages claiming they owe money for unpaid tickets.
Bassetts is one of many vendors preparing for the Reading Terminal Market Ice Cream Festival set for July 13 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Filbert Street. Ahead of the event, Ross DiMattei chats with Executive Vice President Alex Strange and tests out his ice cream scooping skills.
Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign in Philadelphia on Saturday as former President Donald Trump holds a rally on the western side of battleground state Pennsylvania.
A Berks County, Pennsylvania, man tried to bring a loaded handgun in his carry-on luggage at Philadelphia International Airport on Monday, according to the TSA.
A Doylestown, Pennsylvania, dad is getting ready for a bike ride across the country to raise money for Ronald McDonald House. Aziza Shuler shares why the mission matters to Jeff Bekos.
Some Old City residents made clear how they feel about a proposal to move the city's temporary Greyhound bus station to their neighborhood on Tuesday.
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to speak at the Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote Presidential Town Hall on Saturday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
The bus stop is currently on Spring Garden and Christopher Columbus Boulevard along the Delaware Waterfront. It's been here since November.
The Red Cross said its Disaster Action Team helped 21 people, including 13 adults and eight children, after the fire broke out on Hamilton Street in Allentown Monday night.
Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson honored police chaplains in the 12th District on Tuesday who were on the ground following the Fourth of July mass shooting in Kingsessing that left one man dead.
Whether it's swim lessons, sports or art classes alongside friends, there's a little something for every kid at Dream Camp.
At Dream Camp at Friends Select School in Center City Philadelphia, kids learn about sports, art, life skills and more, all for free.
The PPA is warning drivers in Philadelphia about a phishing scam targeting customers with text messages claiming they owe money for unpaid tickets.
The triple-digit temperatures continue as heat wave in the Philadelphia region enters Day 6.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
The triple-digit temperatures continue as heat wave in the Philadelphia region enters Day 6.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
The intense heat didn't stop hundreds of people pack Independence Mall Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Three people, including a child, were injured after a tree fell and hit their car in Lower Merion Township on Friday.
An order issued Friday gives the Trump administration the final green light to install a new exhibit at the President's House in Old City.
IBEW Local 614 President Larry Anastasi says they are no closer to a deal than they were six months ago when negotiations first began.
The sights and sounds of Independence Day were on full display in Haddonfield as the borough commemorated and celebrated America's 250th birthday.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
One South Jersey woman living at Collingswood Manor is joining the centenarian club this weekend.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
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.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
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.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
The Anaheim Ducks have seven days to match the Flyers' offer sheet or accept four first-round draft picks as compensation.
Philly music icons The Roots will perform before Saturday's World Cup match between France and Paraguay, FIFA says.
For six decades, Roger Gordon has helped mold generations of young baseball players in Philly and New Jersey. He's still going.
Jaylen Brown said he felt disrespected by the Celtics as he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers after a decade in Boston.
Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
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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.
In addition to the heat, keep your eyes to the skies and ears up listening for thunder. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Despite extreme heat that delayed the start of the show by an hour, hundreds of people packed Independence Mall on Friday night for the annual free "Pops on Independence" concert, kicking off the Fourth of July weekend in Philadelphia. Ross DiMattei reports.
The heat wave gripping the Philadelphia region is dangerous for high risk individuals, including children. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Experts weigh in about making the Fourth of July celebrations enjoyable for people and their pets. Tammie Souza reports.
Villanova University alumnus and leader of the 1 billion-member Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, accepted the Liberty Medal from Philadelphia's National Constitution Center on Friday. Siafa Lewis reports.