Delco schools closed, roads blocked, trees toppled after strong storms
Areas in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and parts of South Jersey appeared hardest hit by storms that rolled through the area Thursday into Friday.
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Areas in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and parts of South Jersey appeared hardest hit by storms that rolled through the area Thursday into Friday.
Commuters had to be on alert Friday afternoon as I-295 northbound lanes in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, were shut down after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, officials said.
Fast-moving thunderstorms packing heavy rain, high winds and pockets of large hail swept through parts of South Jersey Thursday night and Friday morning. The storms toppled some trees and scattered branches and debris, flooded some roads and knocked out power to many across the area.
The 38th annual Doo Dah Parade kicks off next weekend and former Phillies pitcher Tommy Greene will lead the way.
Delaware County and Gloucester and Camden counties were two of the hardest hit areas after strong storms swept through the Philadelphia region Thursday night into Friday. Ray Strickland reports.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's family is trying to turn their darkest days into something positive for the Archbishop Damiano School.
Work to create a new adaptive playground at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, New Jersey was a cause close to the heart of the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Now the $600,000 fundraising goal is nearly in reach, and the Gaudreau family is planning a 5K that will help them get to the fundraiser's finish line, Jan Carabeo reports.
After the Friday morning storms in Philadelphia, conditions dry out a bit ahead of yet another weather maker for the weekend.
The Lumberton Township Council in New Jersey and local residents addressed charges against Mayor Gina LaPlaca during a meeting Thursday.
A NEXT Weather Alert will be in effect for the Philadelphia region for a chance of a few severe storms on Thursday night.
Several parents now face charges after an all-out brawl at a youth hockey tournament at a park in Egg Harbor Township that was captured on camera.
PATCO's Franklin Square station reopened Thursday after a $29 million renovation.
It was known by many as the Ghost Station that sat shuttered for nearly 50 years, but new life has been pumped into PATCO's Franklin Square Station in Philadelphia.
As the deadline to get a Real ID rapidly approaches, the rush to get one has led to long lines at the DMVs in the Philadelphia region.
PATCO's Franklin Square station is reopening Thursday after a $29 million renovation.
Last used in 1979, PATCO's Franklin Square station in Philadelphia will reopen Thursday as the first stop across the Delaware River from Camden.
President Trump's new sweeping tariffs will affect almost every American industry.
Wildwood, New Jersey, plans to step up security and safety measures this summer.
The new tariffs Mr. Trump announced on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day," will go into effect on April 9. They'll impact products like electronics, wine and spirits, automobiles and more.
Wednesday starts chilly, but by the afternoon the Philadelphia region will be back into the mid-50s.
Several parents now face charges after an all-out brawl at a youth hockey tournament in South Jersey. It all happened at a park in Egg Harbor Township and was captured on camera. Ryan Hughes reports more of that video and new information from police.
An 89-year-old man and 90-year-old woman were hospitalized Wednesday after a house fire in Burlington County, New Jersey, according to police.
Tomato pie looks a little different in Trenton, New Jersey, than you might see in Philadelphia – and the local baseball club is honoring that tradition with new uniforms.
The City of Wildwood says it's stepping up security this summer in hopes of balancing safety and fun along its iconic boardwalk at the Jersey Shore.
Four people, including two police officers, were hospitalized after a fire at a home in Burlington County, New Jersey, on Wednesday.
The School District of Philadelphia and its teachers union have reached a tentative deal for a three-year contract.
The Eagles have acquired offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jaguars in a trade, a league source said.
Lawmakers and residents in Bucks County are calling on Pennsylvania's Republicans to approve mass transit funding.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
One person died in a boating accident Sunday morning in Barnegat Bay in Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, police say.
SEPTA riders have started to feel the effects of drastic cuts to public transit around the Philadelphia region.
The School District of Philadelphia and its teachers union have reached a tentative deal for a three-year contract.
The Eagles have acquired offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jaguars in a trade, a league source said.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
One person died in a boating accident Sunday morning in Barnegat Bay in Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, police say.
The School District of Philadelphia and its teachers union have reached a tentative deal for a three-year contract.
Lawmakers and residents in Bucks County are calling on Pennsylvania's Republicans to approve mass transit funding.
The SEPTA cuts will affect a number of SEPTA services, including the express trains to the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
Thousands of people came together for a Community Appreciation Day in South Philadelphia that also helped kids prepare for school.
One person died in a boating accident Sunday morning in Barnegat Bay in Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, police say.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
After days of stormy weather and flash flooding, Friday brought sunshine back to the Jersey Shore.
Welcome to Steel Pier on Atlantic City's iconic boardwalk, a thrill seeker's paradise and a family-favorite spot down the shore.
A South Jersey community is coming together to honor the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were tragically killed in a cycling crash last year.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
Two Philadelphia-area public schools made the top 25, with several more in the Top 500 on U.S. News' annual rankings.
Some beaches in the Delaware Valley have prohibited swimming as a precaution as Hurricane Erin moves closer to the East Coast.
Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle has died at 86, politicians say.
Two 18-year-old men were arrested after a police chase that started in Wilmington ended in a crash on I-95 in Chester on Thursday, police said.
The Philadelphia Phillies said RHP Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Back-to-school means getting back on a regular sleep schedule, which isn't so easy after a summer of fun.
Upper Darby High School closed on the sale of the former Delaware County Memorial Hospital campus, a spokesperson said.
A new program at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is helping kids with cancer while also honoring Dr. Barbara Friedes.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Some Reading Terminal Market vendors fear the SEPTA service cuts could leave both their employees and customers stranded.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
Maleek Jackson owns a boxing gym, coaches adults, and offers free year-round training for children, but the boxer himself had to overcome some heavyweight battles before he could give back.
Minor Details, a Philadelphia shop known for its Taylor Swift-related inventory, is entering a new era and expanding to a new location.
Lawmakers and residents in Bucks County are calling on Pennsylvania's Republicans to approve mass transit funding.
The SEPTA cuts will affect a number of SEPTA services, including the express trains to the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
When SEPTA's 31 bus is cut, riders say getting into Center City Philadelphia will take longer and be more inconvenient.
SEPTA leaders are speaking to the media as schedules incorporating service cuts are set to take effect Sunday, Aug. 24.
The Eagles have acquired offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jaguars in a trade, a league source said.
Suárez struck out a career-high 11 in seven shutout innings, and backup catcher Marchán provided all the offense for Philadelphia as the Phillies held on for the win.
Former Eagle Carson Wentz is back in the NFL, and Sam Howell is coming to Philadelphia.
The SEPTA cuts will affect a number of SEPTA services, including the express trains to the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Edmundo Sosa hit a three-run homer, Trea Turner also went deep and Aaron Nola earned his first win since early May as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 6-4.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The central Pennsylvania town of Mount Gretna is a throwback to the period more than a century ago when the summertime get-togethers known as Chautauquas were practically a craze.
With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, the pressure is on to soak up these last few weeks of summer. Luckily, Philly has a stacked lineup of end-of-summer fun for this weekend.
The Who concerts in Philadelphia and Atlantic City, part of the band's "The Song Is Over — North American Farewell Tour," have been postponed.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
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.
The Philadelphia area can expect a sunny Monday that warms up into the 80s by the afternoon. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
The first set of drastic SEPTA cuts went into effect Sunday, leaving riders around the Philadelphia area to face long lines, delays and uncertainty.
The School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, which represents 14,000 staff members, have reached a tentative agreement for a three-year contract.
The Philadelphia area can expect mostly sunny and warm weather Monday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
A Villanova University residence hall was evacuated on Sunday morning after authorities were notified of an unspecified threat, Delaware County authorities said. The threat was fake, police said. The incident comes days after school officials say a report about an active shooter on campus turned out to be a "cruel hoax."