Pennsylvania National Guard Sends Aircraft, Crews To Help In Puerto Rico's Relief Efforts
The Pennsylvania National Guard sent more than a dozen crew members Wednesday to help the hurricane-ravaged nation of Puerto Rico.
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The Pennsylvania National Guard sent more than a dozen crew members Wednesday to help the hurricane-ravaged nation of Puerto Rico.
Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez are joining forces to bring relief to Puerto Rico, which is in the midst of a humanitarian crisis after being hit by two hurricanes back-to-back.
People from the Philadelphia area are heeding the call to help Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria.
On today's show, Rich discussed Donald Trump's Tax Reform proposal, Judge Roy Moore's Alabama primary victory over current Senator Luther Strange, and why suspending the Jones Act could allow for speedier hurricane relief in Puerto Rico.
Angel Medina chopped through wood for five days to get his jeep from the easternmost point of the island to San Juan.
On today's show, Rich discussed Sen. Bob Corker's decision to not run for reelection in 2018, Hillary Clinton blaming Rudy Giuliani for her election defeat, and the latest on Donald Trump vs the NFL. At 3:20pm, Chris Isola and Tony Boyle from the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation Gala.
Pop star Marc Anthony has some harsh words for President Donald Trump.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday he will travel to storm-ravaged Puerto Rico next Tuesday.
Fewer than one in 10 cell sites in Puerto Rico survived Hurricane Maria.
After waiting for hours in an airport that had no power due to Hurricane Maria, those escaping the devastation in Puerto Rico touched down at the Philadelphia International Airport on Friday night.
There's almost no phone or internet service and almost no way to contact the more than 3 million people there.
Hurricane Maria's wrath may be felt for years to come in Puerto Rico as Philadelphians with family on the devastated island scramble to check on loved one's and seek out ways to help.
Frontier Airlines is offering discounted non-stop flights between Philadelphia International Airport and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Chris discussed Donald Trump passing the delegate threshold to become the Republican nominee, Disney CEO Bob Iger's response to criticism from Bernie Sanders and President Obama visiting Hiroshima. He talked with Chris Butler at 7:00 on Finance Friday about a potential Congressional bailout for Puerto Rico, Joe Brooks from the Liberty USO at 7:35 about contributions from Mission BBQ and comedian Dave Evans at 8:50 about the next Comedy Crapshoot at the Trump Taj Mahal.
At a press conference in North Philadelphia, lawmakers called the island's debt situation 'a humanitarian crisis.'
A travel guide to Puerto Rico, including transportation, lodging, dining and attractions information for the capital city of San Juan
There's a magnetic lure to the Caribbean: lazy days, perhaps sailing over coral waters under a blue sky. Or maybe zoning out at a beach bar. In summer, the prices plunge.
Seven lucky dogs are getting a new "leash" on life Monday.
After months of polar vortexes it's finally almost time to lay out in the sun and sand. To help get the ball rolling, we rounded up the 25 best beaches in the world.
Suffering from frost fatigue? Want to relocate somewhere warm, even for a season? You can do it.
There's a whole world of warm weather to cut the winter chill.
The panel discussion centered on the new law and its connection with a related issue that surfaced two years ago.
"We are a multi-service organization. We focus on four core areas: education, employment, health, and social services," says Congreso president and CEO Cynthia Figueroa.
"Vividly average" is the phrase used to describe the readership of the newspaper featured in "The Rum Diary." It also describes the movie itself.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
The first wave of extended-hours permits allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. have been approved just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alec Bohm hit a three-run home run, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper also went deep, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Police released surveillance footage Wednesday of two suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State student in South Philly.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The first wave of extended-hours permits allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. have been approved just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A man was shot and killed in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood over a parking dispute Wednesday night, police said.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
More than 50 shots were fired in a shooting that hurt seven people in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, local officials say.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Alec Bohm hit a three-run home run, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper also went deep, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adolis García left the game vs. the Blue Jays in the seventh inning after making consecutive throws to home plate on sacrifice flies.
The Eagles added some depth to their defensive line by signing A.J. Epenesa, who spent the last six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
Philadelphia International Airport is also on alert, especially with an increased number of travelers for the six World Cup matches in South Philly.
The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the agencies monitoring safety and security during World Cup matches in South Philadelphia.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
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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.
Police identified the motorcyclist as 30-year-old Ian Patrick Quigg of Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be hot and humid with a chance of severe storms. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia leaders say they've found a way to fund the school district and protect jobs.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood, New Jersey, earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
The shooting happened on the 6100 block of Magnolia Street at around 7:30 p.m., according to Philadelphia police.