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Parents complained to the School Reform Commission last week about Alcorn Elementary at 32nd and Dickinson streets.
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      Parents complained to the School Reform Commission last week about Alcorn Elementary at 32nd and Dickinson streets.
 
                                                  
      An officer was seriously injured during a police chase in South Philadelphia Thursday afternoon.
 
                                                  
      Police were investigating what they say may have been a drive by shooting early Thursday morning in the city's Point Breeze section that left three men hospitalized.
 
                                                  
      Philadelphia city officials cut the ribbon on a brand new park on Thursday, where a high rise public housing project once stood.
 
                                                  
      The FBI is searching for an armed suspect who robbed a Philadelphia bank while wearing a fake wig and beard.
 
                                                  
      A man who lives near FDR Park in South Philadelphia has been charged with a recent arson of the playground there that all but destroyed it.
 
                                                  
      Philadelphia police are searching for a man who stabbed and killed a fill-in bartender at a South Philadelphia establishment early Sunday morning.
 
                                                  
      Police say over the last few days, they have received reports of fraudulent activities sayiing that tow truck drivers knocked on their doors asking for money to pay the towing fee for their neighbor that they say was involved in an auto accident.
 
                                                  
      Philadelphia police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found inside his ransacked apartment early Friday morning.
 
                                                  
      These piano bars will give you a much more satisfying sing-a-long than crooning along to the radio in your car.
 
                                                  
      The Police and FBI are searching for a suspect in connection to the robbery of a Federal Credit Union in South Philadelphia.
 
                                                  
      "We are in the beginning phase of our process, just gathering ideas and looking at concepts," says team president Don Smolenski.
 
                                                  
      The mayor has announced a reward fund which had, by the end of his press conference, more than doubled to $11,000 for the arrest and conviction of whoever set the fire.
 
                                                  
      This week, Hadas investigates 80-year-old water ice store, a bar-restaurant for those who work in the food-and-drink industry, and a suburban restaurant that's highlighting truffles.
 
                                                  
      Barring a miracle from the Vatican, Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in South Philadelphia has closed its doors for good after 111 years.
 
                                                  
      Police were at the right place at the right time this morning when an incident took place outside a South Philadelphia convenience store.
 
                                                  
      These bars have summertime offerings that will make you think twice about heading to the shore for the weekend.
 
                                                  
      An 18-year-old man was shot and killed Thursday night in South Philadelphia, according to police.
 
                                                  
      Twelve people were taken to the hospital after a bus crash on Interstate 95 northbound Thursday afternoon.
 
                                                  
      The shooting took place in the 2200 block of Hemberger Street where an unidentified man was shot just after 6 a.m.
 
                                                  
      With the closing of a restaurant in San Fransico on Tuesday, Ralph's Italian Restaurant on South Ninth Street is now the oldest Italian restaurant in the country. Ryan Rubino is the fifth-generation owner.
 
                                                  
      One person was killed and three others, including a pregnant woman, were injured in a shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday evening.
 
                                                  
      "I started playing when I was at Leavenworth," said the star quarterback.
 
                                                  
      Lincoln Financial Field is hosting a "Broad Street Run Expo," giving runners a chance to buy running gear and race memorabilia.
 
                                                  
      Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect who was caught on tape breaking into several parked cars.
 
                                                  
      A shooting in West Philadelphia's Mill Creek neighborhood left a man dead Thursday night, police said.
 
                                                  
      After more than eight decades of combined service, longtime SEPTA employees are celebrated as they retire from the transit company.
 
                                                  
      The Philadelphia 76ers have exercised their third-year contract option for promising second-year guard Jared McCain.
 
                                                  
      Photos by HughE Dillon
 
                                                  
      Pierre Robert's colleagues at WMMR say they lost a music expert who made everyone feel loved.
 
                                                  
      If the federal government shutdown continues, there will be a pause in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits come Saturday, Nov. 1.
 
                                                  
      A shooting in West Philadelphia's Mill Creek neighborhood left a man dead Thursday night, police said.
 
                                                  
      After more than eight decades of combined service, longtime SEPTA employees are celebrated as they retire from the transit company.
 
                                                  
      Rain, wind and thunderstorms are expected in the Philadelphia area Thursday.
 
                                                  
      The Philadelphia 76ers have exercised their third-year contract option for promising second-year guard Jared McCain.
 
                                                  
      A shooting in West Philadelphia's Mill Creek neighborhood left a man dead Thursday night, police said.
 
                                                  
      After more than eight decades of combined service, longtime SEPTA employees are celebrated as they retire from the transit company.
 
                                                  
      Pierre Robert's colleagues at WMMR say they lost a music expert who made everyone feel loved.
 
                                                  
      Families across Delaware County are bracing for financial strain as a pause in SNAP benefits looms amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
 
                                                  
      The retention of three Pennsylvania state Supreme Court justices is drawing an unusual amount of attention — and cash.
 
                                                  
      Strong wind gusts, driving rain and rough surf are once again causing problems down the Jersey Shore.
 
                                                  
      Many food pantries in the Philadelphia region said they're serving more people now than at the height of the pandemic amid the government shutdown.
 
                                                  
      Giggles and smiles from 2-year-old Taim Ahmad are lighting up the playroom at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden, New Jersey.
 
                                                  
      An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog.
 
                                                  
      SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Here's a list of resources for SNAP recipients who are at risk of not receiving benefits in the Delaware Valley come Nov. 1.
 
                                                  
      Expect a pleasant and seasonable Sunday with sunshine returning by the afternoon and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      LVHM is moving to drop UnitedHealthcare beginning in January, claiming United has been paying less than its negotiated rates.
 
                                                  
      A growing number of people are turning to medical marijuana instead of opioids for pain control.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      By HughE Dillon.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      The Philadelphia City Council just passed a bill that paves the way for the city to move forward with its bike lane safety project.
 
                                                  
      SEPTA is delaying several purchases and projects because of its ongoing funding crisis.
 
                                                  
      The Philadelphia 76ers have exercised their third-year contract option for promising second-year guard Jared McCain.
 
                                                  
      Delaware's Shannon Britt is making history, heading to the first Women's T20 Cricket World Cup for the Blind on Team USA.
 
                                                  
      The Flyers and Stars swapped former second-round draft picks in a trade, while Philadelphia placed one of its goalies on IR.
 
                                                  
      Eagles greats Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson bring a spotlight to HBCUs in a historic showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.
 
                                                  
      Matt Rhule has reportedly signed a contract extension that will keep him at Nebraska through at least 2030.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Thursday night as storms clear out.
 
                                                  
      After more than 80 years of combined service, longtime SEPTA employees Ed Sinclair and Al Cianfrini are celebrated as they retire from the transit company. Alicia Roberts reports.
 
                                                  
      Philadelphians may soon have to pay a 10-cent fee for paper bags in the city.
 
                                                  
      Food pantries are preparing for a surge in demand as residents struggle to put food on the table.
 
                                                  
      The team at 93.3 WMMR in Philadelphia is remembering Pierre Robert, who died this week. The DJ was known for his extensive rock 'n' roll knowledge and his big heart.