Philadelphia officials announce changes to 911 system after 2023 mishap
The investments come in part following a Philadelphia City Council hearing on the 911 system last fall.
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The investments come in part following a Philadelphia City Council hearing on the 911 system last fall.
Four people were shot on the 4000 block of Lancaster Avenue on Wednesday night, according to Philadelphia police.
With two weeks to go until the School District of Philadelphia heads back to school - and with some charter students already beginning - SEPTA Police Chief Charles Lawson explained what SEPTA will be doing differently this year. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Three men are wanted after robbing a grocery store in Northeast Philadelphia Saturday night of a "considerable amount" of money, according to police.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects wanted for stealing a license plate from a police vehicle.
A passenger in an Uber who was killed in a crash in Philadelphia on Aug. 15 was identified as 41-year-old Steven Tyree Moultrie. Uber said in a statement that the driver in the crash was removed from their platform.
A witness said a car went into the Schuylkill River early Friday morning - now first responders are on the scene trying to locate the vehicle. Wakisha Bailey reports from Kelly Drive.
Five people, including two brothers and a couple, were charged after a family gathering turned into a scuffle at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia on Aug. 2.
Police responded to a fatal hit-and-run call around 3:30 a.m. on Front Street above Hunting Park Avenue. Kim Hudson reports.
The family of Eddie Irizarry released balloons into the air one year after he was killed during a traffic stop along Willard Street in Philadelphia's Kensington section.
Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial is accused of shooting Irizarry while he was sitting in his car Kensington.
Philadelphia police arrested Chim Phu, 53, for allegedly stealing over $100,000 worth of jewelry from a Center City retailer in late July, authorities announced Tuesday.
Two men were arrested and two police cars were damaged at a car meetup in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood Saturday night, authorities said.
A 59-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car while crossing the street in North Philadelphia on Wednesday night, police said.
Sources say the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office has withdrawn the first-degree murder charge against former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry.
Dial was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry. His third-degree murder charge remains, sources said.
On his first National Night Out at Philadelphia's top cop, Commissioner Kevin Bethel danced with the community in West Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel met with community members during National Night Out events Tuesday. Aziza Shuler reports.
Philadelphia police say they are cracking down on reckless driving on Aramingo and Island avenues to make the streets safer.
Neighbors shared their perspectives at Philadelphia police increased patrols in Port Richmond and Southwest Philadelphia. The increase is an effort to crack down on reckless driving and make streets safer.
Police are searching for a man who they say attacked a woman and stole her purse in an East Falls apartment building last month.
Philadelphia police say a man in a Cadillac was shot while driving down the 5400 block of Walnut Street early Tuesday morning.
Police data shows wheel and tire thefts are on the rise, and one nurse who works in Philadelphia knows the headaches they can cause firsthand.
Police data shows wheel and tire thefts are on the rise, and one nurse who works in Philadelphia knows the headaches they can cause firsthand.
Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects after a teenager was shot around 2 a.m. on the 4300 block of Loring Street.
The exhibit, titled "To Provide a Naval Armament," highlights Philadelphia as the birthplace of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
After a wet morning on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, the rest of the week looks dry and cool, thanks to high pressure building back in.
A fortune telling duo from Montgomery County was arrested and charged for scamming clients out of thousands of dollars.
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Hamilton Township, Atlantic County, Wednesday night, police said.
Two Pennsylvania State troopers and a suspect were shot Wednesday in Chambersburg, officials say.
Two Pennsylvania State troopers and a suspect were shot Wednesday in Chambersburg, officials say.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in finding 23-year-old Kada Scott, who has been missing since Oct. 4.
Candidates for governor in New Jersey Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill took the stage for their final debate Wednesday night.
The exhibit, titled "To Provide a Naval Armament," highlights Philadelphia as the birthplace of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
After a wet morning on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region, the rest of the week looks dry and cool, thanks to high pressure building back in.
The exhibit, titled "To Provide a Naval Armament," highlights Philadelphia as the birthplace of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
A fortune telling duo from Montgomery County was arrested and charged for scamming clients out of thousands of dollars.
Two Pennsylvania State troopers and a suspect were shot Wednesday in Chambersburg, officials say.
Harrison Bader is out of the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup for Game 3 of the NLDS vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers as the outfielder nurses a groin injury.
Police in Springfield Township, Delaware County, are looking for car thieves who hit a normally quiet neighborhood early Monday morning.
A fortune telling duo from Montgomery County was arrested and charged for scamming clients out of thousands of dollars.
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Hamilton Township, Atlantic County, Wednesday night, police said.
Candidates for governor in New Jersey Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill took the stage for their final debate Wednesday night.
Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday says customers with unused Iron Hill Brewery gift cards should dispute the purchases.
The debate will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center in New Brunswick.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a male dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.
Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday says customers with unused Iron Hill Brewery gift cards should dispute the purchases.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Philadelphia-area businesses are helping you celebrate the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album with listening parties, release parties, watch parties and more.
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
SEPTA is facing a lawsuit that alleges its fare increases on public transportation in Philadelphia were illegal.
SEPTA says Regional Rail riders could face possible cancellations, delays and crowded trains after last week's federal emergency order.
A fire on the train tracks stopped multiple trains on SEPTA's Manayunk/Norristown Line on Friday.
Regulators say warning lights are important and cannot be ignored as SEPTA and federal investigators work to pinpoint the cause of the railcar fires.
The National Transportation Safety Board urges SEPTA to immediately to stop using some of its railcars because of fire risk.
Harrison Bader is out of the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup for Game 3 of the NLDS vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers as the outfielder nurses a groin injury.
The Eagles will be without Landon Dickerson vs. the Giants due to an injury, and Jalen Carter is listed as questionable for the Week 6 matchup.
The Flyers will wear a No. 1 jersey patch this season to honor legendary goalie Bernie Parent, who died last month at 80.
Bryce Harper has been facing boos from Philadelphia Phillies fans during the NL Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley downplayed his knee injury and said that he's good to go in Week 6 against the Giants.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
Red October baseball is back in Philadelphia, Taylor Swift just dropped her 12th studio album and the Eagles are 4-0; can we really ask for anything more?
A sugar artist is putting her love for Taylor Swift into each and every cookie she makes
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.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region will be cool and chilly on Thursday, but more rain is on the way.
Democrat Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli sparred over affordability issues, Sherrill's military records and President Trump's performance in their final debate in the race to be the next governor of New Jersey.
Philadelphia's deep ties to the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps were honored in a new exhibit that opened Wednesday night at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
In a post on social media, Gov. Josh Shapiro said he and his wife were praying for the troopers, who "were shot in the line of duty in Chambersburg."
Philadelphia police and family members are searching for Kada Scott, a 23-year-old woman who has been missing since the weekend. She was last seen at her workplace in Chestnut Hill.