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A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.
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A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.
Residents of the Mt. Eyre neighborhood say they are worried about their water and soil after jet fuel leaked into the area.
A student says Lower Merion High School forced them to remove a keffiyeh during last week's graduation ceremony.
The relationship between Steve Nesmith and his mentor, Fran Dunphy, grew bigger than basketball thanks to Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Across the City of Philadelphia, more than 60 outdoor public pools will open throughout the summer season.
Philadelphia is among five Democratic-led cities where President Trump is preparing to send ICE tactical teams ahead of nationwide protests.
Janell Goldsmith is gearing up for something extraordinary: a prestigious internship with the U.S. National Science Foundation.
Broad Street Line trains are currently experiencing wait times up to 30 minutes in both directions after a person was hit by a train at Fern Rock Thursday morning.
For one Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, couple, their LGBTQ+ doula made a huge difference in the birth of their daughter.
Philadelphia Union players inspired the next generation during a clinic hosted by the FIFA World Cup local organizing committee.
An arrest warrant was issued for the alleged third shooter in connection with the murder of Tahaj Harrison near his home in Norristown.
Upper Darby School District Superintendent Daniel McGarry explains how the district uses of Evolv to scan for potential weapons.
For LGBTQ+ youth in Philadelphia, The Attic offers a safe haven and a community.
Renovations have finally begun nine months after an arson fire destroyed Norristown's historic Fire Chief's Memorial in Elmwood Park.
Maria Colozzo retired after teaching at Saint Monica Early Learning Center in South Philadelphia for 51 years.
The union representing about 5,000 bus, subway and trolley operators and mechanics voted to authorize a strike if contract negotiations with SEPTA break down.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed during the government shutdown.
Expect chilly conditions Sunday for the Eagles game, with temperatures feeling like the 30s.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson is out for the rest of the game vs. the Detroit Lions Sunday night with a foot injury.
All Democrats and four Republican House members last week successfully brought a petition to the floor to force a vote to release the full Justice Department files on Epstein, circumventing GOP leaders.
The union representing about 5,000 bus, subway and trolley operators and mechanics voted to authorize a strike if contract negotiations with SEPTA break down.
A man died after being shot multiple times at a gas station in the Cedarbrook section of Philadelphia, police say.
Philadelphia Police said a 36-year-old man died at the hospital after being shot multiple times at a home on South 18th Street.
After an ugly win over the Packers, the Philadelphia Eagles return home to play the Detroit Lions tonight in Week 11 on Sunday Night Football.
Crafters gathered in Northeast Philadelphia for the 24-hour Knitathon.
A fire claimed the lives of at least two people Saturday morning at a home in Trenton, New Jersey.
A New Jersey-based illegal sports betting ring allegedly headed up by a mafia member has been broken up, officials said Thursday.
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
North Wildwood residents are worried after New Jersey officials canceled a beach replenishment project.
One person is dead after a crash on Route 206 in Southampton, New Jersey, overnight, according to State Police.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
Through programs like Brushes with Cancer, Twist Out Cancer uses its connections in the art world to help people touched by cancer.
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
Zipporah Washington is now a nurse who has conquered cancer and is ready to give back.
Terrence Gore's artistic medium is leaves, sticks and anything he can find on the ground in nature.
The once-daily, prescription eye drop is said to help combat presbyopia.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
The Treasury Department expects to save $56 million per year on materials by ceasing to make pennies.
M. Buono Beef Company is closing after 79 years of providing meat to businesses in the Philadelphia area.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The beloved Delaware County pizza spot is moving to a new location in Broomall.
All 223 railcars have been inspected, but over 150 need to be outfitted with thermal protection circuits, a safety measure.
Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
The trains that were canceled Wednesday on the Airport, Fox Chase and Chestnut Hill West lines will not run on Thursday and Friday.
The FAA has cut flights as air traffic controllers continue to work without pay at PHL and around the country.
For the third straight day, some SEPTA Regional Rail trains are canceled Wednesday as the transit agency continues to inspect railcars due to a federal order.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson is out for the rest of the game vs. the Detroit Lions Sunday night with a foot injury.
Boyd was reportedly found shot in the abdomen in Midtown Manhattan and was rushed to the hospital.
After an ugly win over the Packers, the Philadelphia Eagles return home to play the Detroit Lions tonight in Week 11 on Sunday Night Football.
The three mascots representing the three North American host nations for the 2026 World Cup made their debuts in Philly.
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani won his fourth MVP award in a unanimous vote for the National League honor and Aaron Judge earned the American League accolade for the third time.
The 100,000-square-foot Netflix House is free to guests and allows fans to interact with their favorite streaming shows.
Mark Wahlberg is starring in the upcoming film "Weekend Warriors" produced by Lebron James' SpringHill Company.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Journey will see the lights go down in 60 cities across the U.S. and Canada on their "Final Frontier" tour in 2026.
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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.
Santa Scott is back to spreading holiday cheer after a fire destroyed his family's home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He shared a message with his fans on social media.
The Philadelphia area can expect gusty winds Sunday night and feels-like temperatures in the 30s during the Eagles game.
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia hosted the annual National Dog Show in Oaks, Pennsylvania. The show will air on Thanksgiving.
House Republican leaders are aiming to hold a vote Tuesday on legislation to force the full release of the Justice Department's files on Jeffrey Epstein, sources familiar with the vote tell CBS.
The Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are starting to reopen now that the federal government shutdown has ended.