2 killed in Washington Township house explosion, prosecutor's office says
The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office said a criminal investigation is underway after an explosion and house fire in Washington Township killed two people.
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The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office said a criminal investigation is underway after an explosion and house fire in Washington Township killed two people.
Two people are dead after a home exploded in Washington Township, New Jersey, early Sunday Morning. A criminal investigation into the fire is underway, Gloucester County officials say.
The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office and other agencies are investigating what caused an explosion and massive house fire in Washington Township early Sunday.
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A 10-year-old boy who died in a shooting at a Washington Township home was a student at Birches Elementary School.
A 10-year-old boy was fatally shot inside a home in Washington Township, New Jersey, on Tuesday afternoon, police said. He was a student at Birches Elementary School, police said.
Police said a 10-year-old boy was shot and killed inside a Washington Township home on Tuesday afternoon.
A New Jersey family honors their loved ones killed by a distracted driver in 2011 by advocating for safer roads.
Concerned parents and staff in one of South Jersey's largest school districts gathered Monday night as uncertainty continues over who's leading the schools.
The FBI joined with Washington Township Police on Thursday. The goal is to stop senior citizens from being scammed. Police said a 78-year-old resident was nearly scammed out of over $24,000, which prompted federal authorities and Washington Township to set up this seminar. Residents who missed the event or have questions can call the Washington Township Police.
In Gloucester County, Washington Township Police Chief Pat Gurcsik says scammers rely on fear, urgency and confusion to steal hard-earned cash from seniors. Jan Carabeo reports.
One week after Washington Township's School Board voted to suspend Superintendent Dr. Eric Hibbs, the board appointed an interim superintendent.
Concerned parents and staff in one of South Jersey's largest school districts gathered at Washington Township High School on Tuesday night, days after the superintendent was suspended.
Washington Township officer Kevin Doherty saw a woman riding on the flat on her way home from visiting someone in the hospital so he helped her. The woman then had a sweet surprise for him and his department.
A woman from Washington Township in Gloucester County, New Jersey surprised her local police department with baked goods after an officer helped her with a flat tire.
Crews and residents are cleaning up in Camden County, New Jersey, and around the region after strong winds knocked down trees and power lines, damaging homes and cars and disrupting traffic.
Neighbors shoveled snow in Washington Township, Gloucester County, as Tuesday night's storm made for a messy Wednesday morning.
Last night's storm was enough for some school systems to close. The snow and slush made for a messy Wednesday morning in some spots. Ryan Hughes talked with neighbors as they dig out in Washington Township, Gloucester County.
An intersection in Gloucester County that many call dangerous will soon be receiving improvements. Construction is officially underway along Route 47 at the Salina Road and Delsea Drive intersection for much-needed traffic signals in Washington Township. The area has been a hot spot for accidents over the years. The project is expected to be complete by 2028.
Police in Washington Township say they're "cooking up an investigation" after an Uber Eats burrito delivery turned out to be marijuana in disguise.
Police in Washington Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey are "cooking up an investigation" after an Uber Eats burrito delivery was actually marijuana in disguise.
As crews battle multiple wildfires in New Jersey, residents say the smoky, hazy conditions are starting to take a toll.
The Phillies were eliminated from the playoffs on Wednesday night after losing to the New York Mets, but a group of fans in South Jersey made memories that will last forever.
Two Brooklyn-born sisters living in the same assisted living center in New Jersey are feeling very split and proud of their baseball teams.
Washington Township police say a gas leak that led to evacuations of homes on Mulberry, Pembrook and Benner roads has been contained.
A Pennsylvania man died after crashing his car in Allentown early Sunday morning, not long after police say he hit state troopers with his truck and drove off.
Temperatures fall into the 20s across the region, with a sunny start to Sunday before clouds return.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
One man was killed and another was injured in a shooting West Philadelphia shooting, police said.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
A Pennsylvania man died after crashing his car in Allentown early Sunday morning, not long after police say he hit state troopers with his truck and drove off.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
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Temperatures fall into the 20s across the region, with a sunny start to Sunday before clouds return.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
A Pennsylvania man died after crashing his car in Allentown early Sunday morning, not long after police say he hit state troopers with his truck and drove off.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
One man was killed and another was injured in a shooting West Philadelphia shooting, police said.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Market-Frankford Line train in Center City, SEPTA police said.
The iconic Peanut World and three other other businesses along the Atlantic City Boardwalk were damaged in a fire Friday afternoon.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumberton Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Thanks to Shriners Children's Philadelphia, 11-year-old Desa Kaiser has an adaptive wheelchair that she can use for dancing.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Road and sidewalk closures are coming to Logan Circle in Philadelphia so crews can make improvements.
A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
These are the countries competing in five group stage games that will be played in Philadelphia in the 2026 World Cup.
Quentin Grimes scored 22 points to lead a productive performance from the 76ers bench in 116-101 victory over Milwaukee.
Matt Campbell was hired as Penn State's coach, ending a two-month search by the Nittany Lions to find James Franklin's successor.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Does it ever seem like your dog knows what you're thinking? You're not imaging things! Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains the science behind your dog's heightened senses.
Police are investigating a shooting in West Philadelphia that left one man dead and another seriously injured. According to police, two guns and a large amount of cash was found at the scene, but investigators haven't determined a motive for the shooting.
A man died after crashing his car into a building in Allentown, Pennsylvania early Sunday morning, not long after state police said he hit two troopers with his truck and drove off.
FIFA has announced the matchups for the 2026 World Cup games, including the five group matches that will be played in Philadelphia next summer. Nikki DeMentri reports.
A cold front moves through Sunday night and opens the door to a sharp blast of Arctic air. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.