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The list of 10 most endangered rivers of 2025, according to the nonprofit American Rivers, includes the Mississippi River and the lower Rio Grande.
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The list of 10 most endangered rivers of 2025, according to the nonprofit American Rivers, includes the Mississippi River and the lower Rio Grande.
Prolonged drought conditions have led to an increase in salt water in the Delaware River. Officials say if the river's "salt front" continues moving toward the Ben Franklin Bridge, it could impact drinking water and have potential health consequences.
The worsening drought is forcing a second utility company in New Jersey to issue mandatory water restrictions.
Trenton Water Works has issued mandatory water restrictions amid a worsening drought in New Jersey.
Because of the drought, Pennsylvania American Water wants customers in parts of Montgomery and Chester counties to voluntarily limit water usage.
Aqua is asking Pennsylvania and New Jersey customers to voluntarily cut back on water usage because of the historic drought.
It's Oct. 18 and we have yet to see a drop of rain this month. Lawns have turned brown and farmers are starting to feel the effects of the dry weather. Kerri Corrado reports on the work being done in South Jersey to avoid a bigger issue down the road.
In parts of South Jersey, some residents and businesses are being told to limit their water usage until further notice, including when they can and can't water their lawns and gardens.
In parts of South Jersey, some residents and businesses are being told to limit their water usage until further notice, including when you can and can't water your lawn and garden.
Customers of two local water agencies are experiencing low water pressure in parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania Friday.
With much of the Philadelphia area seeing the return of the growing season, a freeze warning will remain in effect until 9 a.m. for most of the region.
Three people were shot in Northeast Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood Wednesday night, police said.
Stephen M. Kamnik has pleaded guilty to creating AI-generated pornography while on duty as a Pennsylvania State Police corporal.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-0 for their second consecutive shutout against the Phillies.
A fourth person died from their injuries Wednesday in the 2025 mass shooting in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia police said.
Two people remain unaccounted for after a parking garage in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood partially collapsed, officials said.
With much of the Philadelphia area seeing the return of the growing season, a freeze warning will remain in effect until 9 a.m. for most of the region.
Three people were shot in Northeast Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood Wednesday night, police said.
Stephen M. Kamnik has pleaded guilty to creating AI-generated pornography while on duty as a Pennsylvania State Police corporal.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-0 for their second consecutive shutout against the Phillies.
Three people were shot in Northeast Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood Wednesday night, police said.
Stephen M. Kamnik has pleaded guilty to creating AI-generated pornography while on duty as a Pennsylvania State Police corporal.
A fourth person died from their injuries Wednesday in the 2025 mass shooting in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia police said.
Studies show teens are spending too much time on their cellphones and it could be harming their mental health.
High school students in Delaware County saw a mock crash scene complete with an emergency response ahead of prom season.
Leaders in New Jersey are getting ready to welcome visitors for a series of events for America's 250th anniversary.
Officials say Jason Howe, who was a teacher at Sterling High School, was arrested after having a sexual relationship with a student.
A suspended New Jersey police sergeant was indicted on charges alleging he tampered with and stole drugs from the Hammonton Police Department's evidence room.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
With Memorial Day less than seven weeks away, several shore points are working to replenish their beaches after severe erosion.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-0 for their second consecutive shutout against the Phillies.
Philly sports radio personality Mike Missanelli was arrested early Wednesday for allegedly assaulting his fiancee, police said.
Lopes also played for the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, and managed the Milwaukee Brewers for three seasons.
Robbie Ray and two relievers combined on a four-hitter as the San Francisco Giants beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 to end their four-game skid.
South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley says it is time to move past her Final Four skirmish with UConn coach Geno Auriemma that became the talk of the tournament.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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.
Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast as we begin the day Thursday with freezing temperatures.
A fourth person died from their injuries Wednesday in the 2025 mass shooting in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia police said. The person's identity wasn't immediately available.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents deployed to Philadelphia International Airport last month amid the partial government shutdown are set to leave this week, an airport official said Wednesday.
Three people are dead and another is hospitalized after a rowhome fire in Chester early Wednesday morning, officials say.
One person has died, and two people are missing after a partial collapse at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia parking garage under construction in the city's Grays Ferry neighborhood Wednesday.