Philadelphia honors veterans at annual Vet Fest after delays
Hundreds of veterans were outside City Hall at the city's 13th annual Vet Fest to support Philadelphia-area veterans in their transition to civilian life.
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Hundreds of veterans were outside City Hall at the city's 13th annual Vet Fest to support Philadelphia-area veterans in their transition to civilian life.
As Memorial Day approaches, Eugene Richardson reflects on his journey and legacy from Camden, New Jersey, to soaring the skies as a Tuskegee Airman.
Two pilots suffered minor injuries in the ordeal.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
The 2024 Visit Atlantic City Airshow scheduled for Aug. 13 was canceled, the Greater Atlantic City Chamber announced with Visit Atlantic City and the South Jersey Transportation Authority on Wednesday afternoon.
Air Force Lieutenant Jack Goodrich was honored at Washington Memorial Chapel in King of Prussia on Memorial Day.
After questions over funding for the Atlantic City Airshow this summer, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said the show will happen.
An active-duty U.S. Air Force member died after he set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C.
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh is the first active-duty service member to win the Miss America competition.
Hundreds of thousands of people packed the beach Wednesday to watch dozens of planes zip and zoom over Atlantic City for the city's annual airshow.
This year's lineup includes the return of major military acts like the U.S. Army Golden Knights and the U.S. Airforce Thunderbirds.
The United States Marine Corps does not have a Senate-confirmed leader for the first time in more than a century after Commandant of the Marine Corps General David Berger retired after more than 40 years of service Monday.
U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drones were carrying out an operation against ISIS targets when they were confronted by Russian jets for the second time in less than 24 hours, officials said.
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
The camera view is lost briefly after the apparent collision but it comes back to show what the Air Force said was damage to the propeller from the strike.
Six Raiders are in production. The Air Force plans to build 100 that can deploy either nuclear weapons or conventional bombs, and can be used with or without a human crew.
"I want to thank the Air Force for being a partner," fire commissioner Derrick Sawyer said today, "because you could have chosen another fire department."
"We women have a really bad habit, ladies, of taking care of everybody else first, and ourselves last," she said.
It was to have been an open house and "Hometown Heroes Day," expected to draw 10,000 people to the base on Saturday.
High altitude pilots are at risk of decompression syndrome -- characterized by slowed thought, confusion, and even permanent memory loss.
As part of its recruiting efforts, the Air Force is announcing a new a digital program, Air Force Collaboratory, challenging young people to develop technological solutions.
How do you celebrate Memorial Day, and what does this federal holiday mean to you and your family? Read what some of our country's veterans had to say about Memorial Day, patriotism and what this annual holiday means to them.
Thursday was one school day, two children will never forget. The siblings got a surprise they never expected. Their dad, stationed overseas in Afghanistan, returned home early.
We are watching a major coastal storm this weekend as below freezing temps continue in the Philadlephia region.
Protesters gathered at City Hall on Friday to oppose federal immigration enforcement, joining a nationwide strike aimed at ICE.
A judge will determine whether exhibits about slavery at Independence National Historical Park will have to be restored.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
Drugmaker Eli Lilly and Co. says the $3.5 billion manufacturing facility in Fogelsville, just outside Allentown, will make injectable drugs and devices.
We are watching a major coastal storm this weekend as below freezing temps continue in the Philadlephia region.
Protesters gathered at City Hall on Friday to oppose federal immigration enforcement, joining a nationwide strike aimed at ICE.
A judge will determine whether exhibits about slavery at Independence National Historical Park will have to be restored.
A coastal storm may brush by the Jersey Shore on Sunday and drop some snow, or potentially miss the Philly area entirely.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
Protesters gathered at City Hall on Friday to oppose federal immigration enforcement, joining a nationwide strike aimed at ICE.
A judge will determine whether exhibits about slavery at Independence National Historical Park will have to be restored.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
Drugmaker Eli Lilly and Co. says the $3.5 billion manufacturing facility in Fogelsville, just outside Allentown, will make injectable drugs and devices.
Brown's Super Stores, which acquired the Di Bruno Bros. locations, announced the closures as part of a shift toward its two flagship stores and online sales.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Thursday following the weekend snow.
A Delaware County man was arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Marshals said Wednesday.
Despite a sunny sky, South Jersey residents continue to dig out of the snow.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Wednesday following the weekend snow.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia area are seeing an increasing number of injuries related to the winter weather.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, including the winning layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to edge the Sacramento Kings 113-111.
Fraser Minten and Casey Mittelstadt each had a goal and two assists and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Thursday night.
The Eagles are hiring Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion as their new offensive coordinator, replacing Kevin Patullo.
Eight years later, (arguably) the greatest play in Super Bowl history is finally getting an ESPN "30 for 30" documentary.
The Flyers are getting their No. 1 goalie, Dan Vladar, back after he missed two weeks because of a lower-body injury.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
From Alfa Romeo to Volvo, 27 brands are taking part in the largest Philadelphia Auto Show since before COVID-19.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
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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.
We haven't been above freezing since 7 p.m. Jan. 24, and this weekend marks days eight and nine of the cold stretch. Bill Kelly Has the forecast.
Protesters gathered at City Hall on Friday to oppose federal immigration enforcement, joining a nationwide strike aimed at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Ross DiMattei reports.
Olney High School boys basketball head coach Shakir Johnson is not only developing players at his alma mater, but outstanding young men. Krystle Rich reports.
Researchers at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center in South Philadelphia are training dogs to help detect hemangiosarcoma, an often deadly form of canine cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Saturday marks one year since a deadly jet crash rocked a Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood. Madeleine Wright goes back to look at this community that's been changed forever.