Fire engulfs abandoned West Philadelphia church; no injuries reported
A two-alarm blaze broke out at a vacant church in West Philadelphia early Monday morning.
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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.
Anyone is welcome to stop by and get free dental, vision or medical treatment. The clinic offers a whole host of services, including free dental cleanings, fillings, extractions and X-rays. They also offer free eye exams, plus prescription glasses that they make on-site.
A free medical, dental, and vision pop-up health clinic is coming to Philadelphia this weekend. No insurance. No problem. You don't even need to have an ID. Anyone with a medical concern or need is welcome. Stephanie Stahl reports the details on how to take advantage of this important opportunity.
A girl was taken to CHOP after she was shot in Morris Park, Philadelphia police said.
A girl was hurt after she was shot in the creek in Morris Park in Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood Sunday evening, police say. The shooting is under investigation.
Families at the Ronald McDonald House in West Philadelphia enjoyed a summer concert from the Verdi Band.
A 17-year-old was charged in connection with a West Philadelphia shooting near the Christy Recreation Center and pool.
The Christy Recreation Center and pool in West Philadelphia reopened Saturday days after a shooting injured five people, including two children.
The Christy Recreation Center and pool in West Philadelphia reopened Saturday days after a shooting injured five people, including two children. Eva Andersen reports.
Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects in the shooting outside Christy Rec Center in West Philly that injured five people.
The photos released by Philadelphia police provide a closer look at the person they say shot five people outside of the Christy Rec Center on Wednesday. Law enforcement sources say investigators are closing in on the suspect and may soon apply for an arrest warrant.
Philadelphia police detectives were back out at the scene looking for additional evidence on Thursday and trying to find out the identity of whoever opened fire, hitting five people.
The West Philadelphia community is reeling after a shooting outside Christy Rec Center injured two children, two teens and a city worker on Wednesday.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women, law enforcement sources said.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
Jonathan Greenard's Eagles debut will have to wait. The outside linebacker was ruled out against the Titans for the second straight week with a pectoral injury.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
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.
With the midterms 45 days away, the Supreme Court has blocked a push by the Trump administration to restrict mail-in voting. Deadlines to register are less than 30 days from now.
Pennsylvania lawmakers have until Oct. 13 to pass legislation to save skill games after a recent court decision.
Saturday brings lower humidity with a mix of sun and clouds, then Sunday kicks off a wet week with chances of showers each day until next weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
In this week's edition of the Friday Football Frenzy, Interboro beat Sun Valley, Audenried defeated Edison and much more. Here's some of the top highlights from around the Philadelphia region.
Grant Gilmore says that Saturday will be the best day of the weekend with mild and comfortable temps. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.