Fire department called out to nursing home in Somerton, Philadelphia
Residents at the St. John Neumann Center on Roosevelt Boulevard and Tomlinson Road were told to shelter-in-place during a possible hazmat situation.
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AG files lawsuit against Philadelphia headstone company
A headstone and monument company in Philadelphia's Somerton neighborhood is accused of preying on grieving families.
House Fire In Philadelphia's Somerton Section Leaves 1 Person Injured, Officials Say
The fire occurred on Jeanes Street, which is close to George Washington High School.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner Calls Out Those Who Set Bail After Man Accused Of Shooting Ex-Girlfriend
Officials say at the time of the shooting, White should have been in jail.
Philadelphia Eagles Legend Brian Dawkins Speaks With Students At George Washington High School
Dawkins spoke with students at George Washington High School Monday in Somerton.
Police: Man Wanted For Urinating On Synagogue
Police seek the public's help in locating a man they say urinated in front of the doors of a synagogue in the Somerton section of the city.
'I Don't Think This Is The House' Burglars Allegedly Break Into Wrong Home In Somerton
We are now hearing from one of the victims in a Somerton home invasion early Friday morning.
1 Injured After Vehicle Lands On Its Roof In Somerton
Chopper 3 is over the scene at Lindsay Street and Tomlinson Road.
Philadelphia Police Searching For Female Suspect Dressed In Muslim Garb Wanted For Multiple Bank Robberies
On Thursday, July 9, 2015, an unknown suspect reportedly entered the Citizens Bank at 10650 Bustleton Avenue and presented a demand note to the teller.
1 Dead, 1 In Critical Condition After Northeast Philly Fire
Around 7:30 a.m., firefighters responded to the 600 block of Avon Street, where they found heavy smoke and fire in the second floor.
Police: Target Burglars Cut Through Door, Tried To Escape Through Air Vent
Authorities say two men entered the store on the Roosevelt Boulevard through a hole on a back wall, that the suspects likely created.
Man Struck And Killed By Suspected DUI Driver On Roosevelt Boulevard
It happened around 12:30 a.m. Saturday near Bennett Road in the city's Somerton neighborhood.
Police: Teen Kidnapped, Money And Jewelry Taken In Somerton Home Invasion
The search continues for three suspects – wanted in a home invasion and kidnapping in Northeast Philadelphia.
Celebration for Upgrade to State-Run Park in Northeast Philadelphia
Park manager Eric Ihlein (second from left) says the $4.7-million renovation finished last fall.
Some Voting Issues Already Cropping Up In Philadelphia
In Somerton, where DA candidate Daniel Alvarez popped in to vote, there were voting machine problems.
2 Police Officers Injured In Somerton Apartment Building Fire
The fire broke out around 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday in the 400 block of Tomlinson Rd.
Barricade Situation Ends In Somerton; 1 In Custody
The incident was reported shortly before 6 p.m. at the 200 block of Ridgeway Place.
Suspect Wanted For WAWA Robbery In Somerton
The Philadelphia Police Department is on the hunt for a suspect who robbed a WAWA store in Somerton.
Cops: Northeast Philly Teen Murdered Childhood Friend Over Theft Of Playstation 3
Police have charged a suspect in connection with the "brutal" and "personal" murder of a teenager in Northeast Philadelphia last week.
UPDATE: 1 Injured In Explosion At House In Somerton
The incident was reported at about 8:30 p.m. at the 2000 block of Foster Street in the Somerton section.
Police Investigating Brutal, 'Personal' Murder Of Teen In Northeast Philadelphia
Police are investigating the "brutal" and "very personal" murder of a teenager in Northeast Philadelphia Monday.
Tire-Slashing Vandals Strike In Somerton
Once again, residents in a Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood woke up to find the tires slashed on their cars.
Police Search For Clues In Somerton Sexual Assault
Police say the 38-year-old woman was coming out of her home when a man grabbed her, dragged her to an alley across the street from her home and assaulted her.
Car Crashes Into Northeast Philadelphia Gas Station
A car crashed into a Sunoco mini-market in the Somerton section of Northeast Philadelphia Monday.
EXCLUSIVE: Buckets Of Gasoline Found Inside Philadelphia Garage
With gas prices soaring, people in one Philadelphia neighborhood can only wonder why their neighbor had buckets of gas stored in a garage.
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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.
Video shows flatbed truck crash into 10 vehicles in Port Richmond
A man suspected to be driving a flatbed truck under the influence crashed into 10 parked vehicles on Saturday night in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, police said.
Dozens of artists show off work at Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival
It was the 20th annual Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival – part of a larger celebration known as Delco Arts Week.
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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.
Video shows flatbed truck crash into 10 vehicles in Port Richmond
A man suspected to be driving a flatbed truck under the influence crashed into 10 parked vehicles on Saturday night in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, police said.
Dozens of artists show off work at Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival
It was the 20th annual Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival – part of a larger celebration known as Delco Arts Week.
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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.
1st Pennsylvania fall foliage report released of the season
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources released its first "foliage report" of the season! It said summer rain and moderate temperatures have set the stage for a very colorful display!
SEPTA hosting Eagles pep rally, offering free rides from NRG station on Broad Street Line
SEPTA will be hosting an Eagles pep rally at the NRG station in South Philadelphia on Sunday, as well as offering free rides after the game.
Philadelphia leaders unite to build crime-stopping blueprint for the future
Officials at the state and local levels are coming to together with the goal of creating a safer Philadelphia.
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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.
NEXT Weather: Mostly sunny Sunday for Eagles home game
It will be a mostly sunny Sunday in Philadelphia, making for a perfect home game day for the Eagles.
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: Mostly sunny Sunday for Eagles home game
It will be a mostly sunny Sunday in Philadelphia, making for a perfect home game day for the Eagles.
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
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
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
Ukee Washington reports.
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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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NEXT Weather: Warm week ahead
Andrew Kozak has the latest weather forecast for the Philadelphia region.
Driver arrested after truck crashes into 10 cars in Port Richmond, police say
The crash happened on the 2600 block of Clearfield Street just before 9 p.m. in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section.
Dozens of artists show off work at Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival
Dozens of artists showed off their paintings, sculptures and photography Sunday in Lansdowne.
CBS Philadelphia's annual Lights for the Fight campaign is back for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of October 1, here's a throwback to Boathouse Row in October of 2022 lit up pink to honor thousands in our region who have survived breast cancer.
Eagles fans elated after rollercoaster end of game
Fans packed the house at Founding Father's on South Street to watch the Eagles go 4 - 0.