Philadelphia Police Heighten Security Around City Buildings In Effort To Monitor Threats Against US Capitol In Washington
Philly police say there are no specific threats to the area but they are increasing security "out of an abundance of caution."
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Philly police say there are no specific threats to the area but they are increasing security "out of an abundance of caution."
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said about 1,000 Pennsylvania National Guard members were activated and New Jersey will send 500 members.
Secret Service Uniform Division officers approached the man outside an art gallery in the area of 17th street and Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, according to law enforcement sources and arrest records.
With President Trump in the White House, there's a sense of imminent change among pro-life supporters that hadn't been felt for years.
A newspaper is reporting that six people working as journalists were among the group of 230 people arrested in Washington after self-described anti-capitalists began breaking windows in Washington on Inauguration Day.
A man injured himself while starting a fire outside the Trump International Hotel in Washington on Tuesday night.
A suspect in three fatal shootings in the Washington, D.C., area was arrested Friday, police said.
Food lover's guide to the best places for dining in the nation's capital.
You wait all school year for June to roll around so summer vacation can start, and in the blink of an eye, it seems, it's almost over . Philly area families hoping to head out for one last summertime adventure before the kids head back to school have plenty of exciting options to choose from, including these five destinations.
Five area high schoolers, interning with the non-profit Philadelphia Youth Network, are in Washington D.C. for a Student Leaders Summit.
There are many family-friendly destinations in the United States that really know how to treat families like royalty. Here are just a few that keep families in mind.
The East Coast of the United States is the place to be if you love city living. Check out our favorite choices this year.
The city's bike sharing program, which was shelved five years ago, is back on the table and could be implemented in Philadelphia in about a year or so.
From the patriotic heart of Washington, D.C. to the big city flash of New York, these spots are known for their impressive summer events.
A sharply divided Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for police to take a DNA swab from anyone they arrest for a serious crime, endorsing a practice now followed by more than half the states as well as the federal government.
Delaware State Police say they've charged a man with driving under the influence of alcohol after he struck a Norfolk Southern train in Bear.
Amtrak has completed enough storm damage repairs to allow limited service between Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.
New York held the top spot for the past two years, but Philadelphia takes the top spot in the annual ranking, put together by pest control company Terminix.
Santorum will walk a fine line. Concerned about his future image in the party, while at the same time hoping he can hang in for Pennsylvania and the May primaries, in which he may do very well.
In campaign 2012, Rick Santorum fights on, but he's not far from the biggest showdown.
A study by the Violence Policy Center in Washington, D.C. now reveals the Homicide Victimization rate for African Americans in Pennsylvania is nearly six times the national overall homicide rate.
More than 100 Philadelphia police and corrections officers left this Saturday morning for an annual 250 mile motorcycle ride to Shanksville, Pennsylvania, site of the September 11 Flight 93 crash.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia is celebrating Black excellence during America's 250th anniversary year.
Officials said none of the homes damaged in a fire on the 3500 block of Kip Street early Wednesday morning had working smoke detectors.
If you're looking to travel more without blowing your budget, credit card points can help you stretch your dollars further.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia is celebrating Black excellence during America's 250th anniversary year.
Officials said none of the homes damaged in a fire on the 3500 block of Kip Street early Wednesday morning had working smoke detectors.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased a 518,000-square-foot warehouse that may become a detention facility.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia is celebrating Black excellence during America's 250th anniversary year.
Officials said none of the homes damaged in a fire on the 3500 block of Kip Street early Wednesday morning had working smoke detectors.
If you're looking to travel more without blowing your budget, credit card points can help you stretch your dollars further.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
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.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
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.
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.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
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.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
The death last month of former NFL player Kevin Johnson is possibly linked to three other killings of unhoused people in the same area that occurred over the last four months, detectives said.
Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-113 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
A Philadelphia Eagles fan says a ticket transfer mix-up left him without $1,700 worth of seats until StubHub reversed course and issued a refund.
The previous regular-season attendance record of 20,711 was set in the WNBA by the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics on Sept. 19, 2024.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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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.
A man was pulled from a burning rowhome on Regent Street near 54th in Philadelphia's Kingsessing neighborhood, officials say. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Credit card points can help you stretch your dollars further, if you know how to use them. In this tease to the latest full episode of the In Your Corner podcast, Josh Sidorowicz chats with credit card points guru Brian Keith, founder of BryGuides.
Philadelphia's Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, which sits on the oldest parcel of land owned by African Americans in the U.S., is touting its contributions to American history as the country celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Crews were called out to a burning home on Stanger Avenue on Tuesday night in Monroe Township, Gloucester County.
A fire in Philadelphia's Fairhill neighborhood damaged multiple homes and led to one firefighter being treated for minor injuries. Wakisha Bailey has the latest report from the scene.