Arrest made in deadly West Philadelphia hit-and-run
Dorothea Cathell, 77, was killed in a hit-and-run in West Philadelphia last week. She was a mother of four and a grandmother to more than a dozen kids.
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Dorothea Cathell, 77, was killed in a hit-and-run in West Philadelphia last week. She was a mother of four and a grandmother to more than a dozen kids.
A person of interest was taken into custody on Monday in connection with a West Philadelphia hit-and-run that killed a 77-year-old woman last week, police said. So far, no charges have been filed.
The family of 77-year-old Dorothea Cathell is pleading for justice after last week's deadly hit-and-run in West Philadelphia.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
A spike in assaults where the victims were hit in the head has led to increased security on and around Penn's campus.
Police are looking for a driver wanted in a hit-and-run crash that injured a four-year-old boy outside a day care in Southwest Philadelphia.
The University of Pennsylvania has a message for students after a string of assaults near campus in West Philadelphia. Safety concerns are growing, both on and around the campus. all due to a string of random, unprovoked attacks. The school's Division of Public Safety is warning students and faculty to be on the lookout. Josh Sanders reports residents are also concerned.
Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman was convicted of working with terrorist groups with the intent of carrying out terrorist attacks in the Philadelphia area.
Philadelphia police said a 17-year-old boy was stabbed in the chest on the 5100 block of Arch Street on Friday night.
Police released surveillance video asking the public for help with identifying a man believed to be connected to a deadly 2019 shooting in West Philly.
Tiger Woods' TGR Learning Lab is focused on STEAM education and serving those in underserved communities in Philadelphia.
PECO's in-home energy assessment program offers a personalized evaluation of how a home uses and loses energy.
A two-alarm blaze broke out at a vacant church in West Philadelphia early Monday morning.
Flames broke out at the former Greater White Rock Baptist Church on the 5500 block of Market Street, shortly after 3:30 a.m. When fire crews arrived, the structure was fully engulfed in flames. The blaze was quickly upgraded to a two-alarm fire with more than 100 Philadelphia Fire Department members responding.
A man has died following a hit-and-run crash in the Cobbs Creek section of Philadelphia late Friday night, police say.
There’s a search in West Philadelphia for a driver who police say is behind a deadly hit-and-run in Cobbs Creek. Ray Strickland talked to neighbors who said they tried to help the victim shortly after the crash.
An 18-year-old man is in critical condition following a car crash involving a dirt bike in West Philadelphia Saturday afternoon.
The search for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run continues. It happened on Bemont Avenue near Avenue of the Republic, not far from the Please Touch Museum. Detectives said two cars were speeding on Belmont Avenue when one of them hit the man on his bike. The police recovered a black Dodge Charger, matching the description of one of those cars. So far, there are no arrests.
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a bicyclist in West Philly on Tuesday morning.
Police said four people were injured in a multi-car crash in West Philadelphia on Monday afternoon.
Jim Murray, a West Philadelphia native who went from Eagles public relations staffer to building the franchise's first Super Bowl team as general manager and co-founder of the Ronald McDonald House Charities, has died. He was 87.
What was once one of the city's most notorious drug corners is now being held up as a success story.
What was once one of the city's most notorious drug corners is now being held up as a success story. Madeleine Wright reports.
At the Youth Violence Prevention Basketball game at the Christy Rec Center on Wednesday, Philadelphia police officers connected with kids through basketball. Reporter Siafa Lewis has the story from West Philadelphia.
Anyone with a medical concern or need is welcome to the free medical, dental, and vision pop-up health clinic this weekend in Philadelphia.
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
The U.S. Marshals Service in Philadelphia says human remains found in Berks County are being tested to see if they belong to a man last seen in January 2025.
Lots of Love Farm in Gloucester County said a wallaby named Rex got out of his enclosure on Monday night.
Strong gusty winds and colder temperatures will combine to keep wind chills in the teens and 20s around most of the region Tuesday.
The colors, costumes and pageantry of the Mummers Parade were on full display inside the museum dedicated to its rich history along Two Street Monday night.
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
The U.S. Marshals Service in Philadelphia says human remains found in Berks County are being tested to see if they belong to a man last seen in January 2025.
Lots of Love Farm in Gloucester County said a wallaby named Rex got out of his enclosure on Monday night.
Strong gusty winds and colder temperatures will combine to keep wind chills in the teens and 20s around most of the region Tuesday.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
The U.S. Marshals Service in Philadelphia says human remains found in Berks County are being tested to see if they belong to a man last seen in January 2025.
The colors, costumes and pageantry of the Mummers Parade were on full display inside the museum dedicated to its rich history along Two Street Monday night.
A man was shot and killed in Philadelphia's Tioga section Monday night, police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Lots of Love Farm in Gloucester County said a wallaby named Rex got out of his enclosure on Monday night.
Police said Anthony Caprio III was riding an e-bike Monday morning when he was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Mount Laurel.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday night in Hockessin to honor Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas, Texas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
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.
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.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers Parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid says he plans to return next season, dismissing any retirement rumors.
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their Week 18 home game against Washington, aiming for a strong playoff position.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
Dallas Goedert caught a 1-yard touchdown pass, Jake Elliott hit field goals of 28 and 47 yards, and the Eagles hung on to defeat the Bills.
The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away in the second half for a 129-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
The U.S. Marshals Service in Philadelphia says human remains found in Berks County are being tested to see if they belong to a man last seen in January 2025.
Videos shared on social media showed a large crowd of teenagers gathering near the Skate Plex in Somerton. Police said officers from multiple districts tried to get the situation under control, and Wawas along Roosevelt Boulevard temporarily closed as a precaution.
You'll want to layer up Tuesday – between the cold temperatures and blustery winds it'll feel like the teens and 20s most of the day. A few flurries are possible overnight, but New Year's Eve looks to stay dry.
The Pennsylvania SPCA is asking for donations to help care for six puppies that were found dumped in a frigid parking garage the day after Christmas. Once they're old enough, the puppies will be available for adoption.
Police are looking for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. An SUV hit a bicyclist who died at the scene of the crash on Route 73 between the NJ Turnpike and Ramblewood Parkway, police said.