North Philadelphia School Gets First Playground In Its Seven-Year Existence
Antonia Pantoja Charter School in North Philadelphia has never had a playground for its students. That will all change this Thursday.
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Antonia Pantoja Charter School in North Philadelphia has never had a playground for its students. That will all change this Thursday.
Police say the suspect shot the 48-year-old homeowner once in the leg and took a wallet containing $35.00.
The fire broke out around 3:20 am Saturday morning at the 9800 block of Haldeman Avenue.
Chief Inspector Scott Small says police are treating this case as a homicide.
Police think robbery was the motive for the shooting, which happened near 15th and West Hazzard Streets just before 1:30am.
Police say the 28-year-old driver stopped at his house in north Philadelphia at about 10:45 p.m. Saturday to turn off his lights due to an electrical problem.
Habitat for Humanity held a "builders blitz" at the 1900 block of Turner Street.
It's thanks to $250-thousand grant from a charitable foundation established by a locally based pharmaceutical wholesaler.
It happened around 2:30 pm at the 32oo block of East Allegheny and East Street.
According to Philadelphia Police, a 26-year-old man was shot to death on Monday in North Philadelphia.
Police are asking for the public to be on alert in North Philadelphia after an intruder allegedly beat a little girl until she was unconscious. She is hospitalized in stable condition at this time.
Police were called to the scene on West Glenwood Avenue near Dauphin Street around 10 a.m. Friday.
Crews are responding to the scene of a crash involving an ambulance in North Philadelphia.
It happened just after 11 p.m. Thursday night at the intersection of 17th street and Susquehanna Ave when a 32-year-old woman was shot in the back while driving her car.
"Based on the crime scene, we know that at least two shots were fired from a semi-automatic weapon," says Chief Inspector Scott Small.
Investigators describe the victim as 5'-9", 153 pounds with several tattoos on each bicep. He was wearing a blue Nike T-shirt and gray sweatpants.
The male biker was struck by a female driver as she attempted to change lanes and pass another vehicle.
Police say it happened at about 8:20 p.m. Wednesday at the 2900 block of N. Bailey Street.
A community reading center in North Philadelphia is distributing thousands of brand-new children's books with pedal power. Eyewitness News Anchor Ukee Washington has the story.
"I asked myself, are you going to fall apart and surrender to the chaos, or are you going to take a stand?" she recalls.
No word on a suspect or motive at this time.
Authorities say the officer spotted the suspect with a object on his waistband with his hand on it.
Authorities say officers responded to a home in the 4900 block of Warnock Street around 7 a.m. Wednesday where they found a 28-year-old woman who had been stabbed to death.
This happened around 9:30 p.m. on the 2600 block of N. 8th Street.
The Philadelphia Housing Authority wants to demolish two blighted, high-rise towers in the neighborhood known as Sharswood, and put up townhomes in their place.
Election Day Tuesday will bring a return to sunshine, but the wind gusts will pick up as a warm front approaches the Philadelphia area.
Families across the Philadelphia area who use SNAP benefits say they aren't sure what comes next.
The halt would include all in-person and virtual instruction, transportation, athletics, food and support services in Morrisville, Bucks County.
Several employees of a Vineland, New Jersey, group home operated by Elwyn are charged with abusing an elderly resident.
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson is also a finalist for the NL Manager of the Year Award for the 2025 season.
Families across the Philadelphia area who use SNAP benefits say they aren't sure what comes next.
Election Day Tuesday will bring a return to sunshine, but the wind gusts will pick up as a warm front approaches the Philadelphia area.
Five people were rushed to the hospital, and a gas line ruptured after a crash closed part of Chester Pike in Prospect Park Monday.
The halt would include all in-person and virtual instruction, transportation, athletics, food and support services in Morrisville, Bucks County.
Several employees of a Vineland, New Jersey, group home operated by Elwyn are charged with abusing an elderly resident.
Families across the Philadelphia area who use SNAP benefits say they aren't sure what comes next.
The halt would include all in-person and virtual instruction, transportation, athletics, food and support services in Morrisville, Bucks County.
Several employees of a Vineland, New Jersey, group home operated by Elwyn are charged with abusing an elderly resident.
A Pennsylvania man says an experimental treatment is helping him recover from a spinal cord injury.
Philadelphia's Office of Clean and Green and Green Initiatives is starting its citywide cleaning program this week.
Several employees of a Vineland, New Jersey, group home operated by Elwyn are charged with abusing an elderly resident.
Several polls have given Sherrill, a Democrat, a narrow lead, but a recent one shows a virtual tie.
Anarkis Delgado was charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of his brother in Camden, New Jersey, over the weekend.
Gov. Phil Murphy sent members of the National Guard to emergency food organizations after funding for SNAP benefits lapsed.
We all love a good deal, but that sale price might not actually be saving you as much as you think.
We all love a good deal, but that sale price might not actually be saving you as much as you think.
Video shows a propane tank explosion in Bear, Delaware, that damaged several nearby buildings and homes, officials said.
Delaware's Shannon Britt is making history, heading to the first Women's T20 Cricket World Cup for the Blind on Team USA.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Gov. Matt Meyer says Delaware should have enough money to fund SNAP benefits in the state through November.
A Pennsylvania man says an experimental treatment is helping him recover from a spinal cord injury.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Delaware's Shannon Britt is making history, heading to the first Women's T20 Cricket World Cup for the Blind on Team USA.
Giggles and smiles from 2-year-old Taim Ahmad are lighting up the playroom at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden, New Jersey.
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
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.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The next generation of business owners showed off their passions during the NOMO Foundation's Small Business Expo in West Philadelphia.
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Five people were rushed to the hospital, and a gas line ruptured after a crash closed part of Chester Pike in Prospect Park Monday.
The FRA on Friday extended the deadline for SEPTA to fully inspect its Silverliner IV railcars until Friday, Nov. 14.
The former Greyhound Bus Terminal in Philadelphia will reopen before the city's America 250th anniversary celebrations in the summer of 2026.
Philadelphia International Airport air traffic controllers are working without pay as the government shutdown stretches into its fourth week.
A spokesperson said there's no indication SEPTA will be ordered to shut down Regional Rail service for failing to meet the deadline.
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson is also a finalist for the NL Manager of the Year Award for the 2025 season.
Jonathan Huberdeau scored twice as the Calgary Flames edged the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 on Sunday in a sluggish matchup between two tired teams.
Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 29 points, Tyrese Maxey had 26, and the 76ers defeated the Nets 129-105 on Sunday night.
Joel Embiid was fined $50,000 for making a "lewd gesture" during the Philadelphia 76ers' 109-108 loss to the Boston Celtics Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Pierre Robert's colleagues at WMMR say they lost a music expert who made everyone feel loved.
Morgan Wallen announced he will finish his 2026 "Still The Problem" tour at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
From Friday through Sunday, Philly has an action-packed lineup of events just waiting for you to attend. Here's what you'll want to check out this weekend.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
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.
TD Bank plans to close dozens of locations across the country, including some in the Philadelphia region.
Bill Kelly says Election Day in the Philadelphia region will be sunny and pleasant. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
In a letter to parents Monday afternoon, the Morrisville superintendent says the district may be forced to temporarily suspend all school operations on Jan. 30 unless the Pennsylvania legislature passes a budget.
Families across the Philadelphia area who use SNAP benefits say they aren't sure what comes next after officials said the program would be partially funded. Meanwhile, food pantries are trying to keep up with the increased demand.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast on a breezy Monday night in Philadelphia.