Other Cities Changed The Name, But Philadelphians Celebrate Columbus Day With Parade
While two American cities have decided to remove Christopher Columbus' name from the holiday, Philadelphia is sticking with tradition.
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While two American cities have decided to remove Christopher Columbus' name from the holiday, Philadelphia is sticking with tradition.
A multi-vehicle accident on the eastbound Vine Street Expressway tied up traffic, seriously affecting the morning commute early Wednesday.
Police are investigating after a 53-year-old woman was stabbed several times in South Philadelphia.
Police have set up a detour that may cause some congestion and back-up at times now through Saturday morning.
SEPTA officials say a person is dead after they were struck by a train Sunday night in Center City.
A Philadelphia Police officer suffered minor injuries Sunday after his cruiser was struck by another car in South Philadelphia.
A woman was struck by three cars and killed Friday morning in the Logan neighborhood of Philadelphia.
It was a big day for Philadelphia's standout little league team -- the Taney Dragons -- who floated through Center City Wednesday.
Philadelphia's Taney Dragons are being honored today for their recent performance in the Little League World Series with a parade down Broad Street.
And the city is encouraging everyone to come out and congratulate the Taney Dragons on their success.
One of Philly's busiest streets is feeling quite the hangover from pop up dinner party, Diner en Blanc.
One person was injured after a car struck an ambulance in North Philadelphia early Thursday morning.
The iconic PNB letters are coming off the old Philadelphia National Bank building.
One parade official says the current parade route has long stretches with few spectators: "There's nobody there but the policemen directing traffic."
This happened around 2:30 a.m. directly in front of Einstein Hospital.
The operator of a motorcycle was thrown off his bike early Sunday morning when a car slammed into him in Center City.
A new farmers' market in Philadelphia celebrated its grand opening Sunday.
PECO is reporting close to 600 customers are in the dark at this hour in the five counties.
A man was found impaled through the stomach early Sunday morning in the Ogontz section of Philadelphia.
Officials say a man was shot Saturday night in North Philadelphia, then got on a SEPTA Bus.
Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg had an adventurous trip to Citizens Bank Park on Sunday.
The 35th annual Broad Street Run came and went Sunday as 40,000 people laced up their running shoes and took the ten-mile journey.
Water holes and saloons all around Philadelphia united Saturday in an effort to break the world record for the largest pub crawl ever.
Philadelphia's 35th annual Broad Street Run is taking place on May 4th and Mayor Michael Nutter was among those getting the word out in Love Park Tuesday afternoon.
One person was killed early Sunday morning in a car crash on Interstate-95 Southbound in Philadelphia.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein is expected to pass the House. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
Three people are dead after a house fire in North Philadelphia early Tuesday morning.
The NEXT Weather team is tracking two weather makers this week in the Philadelphia region.
The FAA lifted its emergency order Monday morning, allowing airlines to resume regular scheduling ahead of one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein is expected to pass the House. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
Three people are dead after a house fire in North Philadelphia early Tuesday morning.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is tracking two weather makers this week in the Philadelphia region.
The families of two Mexican nationals who died in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the jet company.
Three people are dead after a house fire in North Philadelphia early Tuesday morning.
A 36-year-old Trenton man was charged with fatally shooting his girlfriend and leaving her body inside a car in Bucks County, officials said.
The families of two Mexican nationals who died in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the jet company.
A dozen bars and restaurants in Philadelphia are undergoing active bystander intervention training this week.
Tenants of Turner Apartments in Glenolden say they haven't been able to get their belongings after the building was condemned.
A 36-year-old Trenton man was charged with fatally shooting his girlfriend and leaving her body inside a car in Bucks County, officials said.
The FAA says it is asking Newark air traffic controllers to stay in Philadelphia for two more years as it tries to improve staffing levels.
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.
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.
Tower Health says it's eliminating 131 positions at Pottstown Hospital and closing its ICU, cancer and endoscopy centers.
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 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.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
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.
Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points, Paul George had nine points and seven rebounds in his season debut and the Sixers rallied for a victory over the short-handed Clippers.
James Franklin and Virginia Tech have finalized an agreement to make him the school's next head coach.
Cole Hamels, who won the 2008 World Series MVP with the Phillies, headlines 12 newcomers on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot.
Eagles RT Lane Johnson could land on IR, meaning a minimum of four weeks missed, with a Lisfranc injury, CBS Sports reports.
The Philadelphia Eagles' defense shut down the Detroit Lions' high-powered offense in a 16-9 win on Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown 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.
Tuesday is off to a dry start with some clouds, but a chilly rain will roll in between around 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. This could start as snow or wintry mix for points far north of Philadelphia like the Lehigh Valley and Poconos. Kate Bilo has your full forecast.
A 45-year-old woman and two children died Tuesday morning after a fire in a North Philadelphia home. Brandon Goldner reports live from a home on Hope Street where firefighters responded to heavy smoke conditions.
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a probable cause hearing into the Key Bridge collapse that killed six construction workers in 2024. The collapse occurred when a container ship named the Dali struck a support column for the bridge.
Kada Scott's family has announced the new Kada Scott Foundation to support young women in education and business. The foundation honors Scott, who was found dead in Chestnut Hill after being missing for two weeks. Josh Sanders has the story from the Pulse Desk.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Tuesday. He says it will start sunny, but rain moves into the area in the evening.