Philadelphia-area families head to Jersey Shore for unofficial last weekend of summer
Some families hit the road a few days early to beat the Labor Day weekend traffic on their way to the Jersey Shore and other destinations.
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Some families hit the road a few days early to beat the Labor Day weekend traffic on their way to the Jersey Shore and other destinations.
A fatal crash at Christiana and Airport roads near New Castle, Delaware shut down roads overnight, Jan Carabeo and Chandler Lutz report.
I-76 is back open Tuesday evening after a crash shut down the Schuylkill Expressway within the past hour. Chopper 3 was over the crash in the eastbound lanes between Gladwyne and Belmont. Traffic is moving slowly so if you are heading that way, you might want to plan an alternate route.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest and Diamond Beach to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for the foreseeable future.
A water main break caused flooding and traffic troubles near Main Street in Manayunk. It happened on Cresson Street between Carson Street and Green Lane. The water department said the eight-inch main broke around 2 p.m. Friday. Crews shut off the main, pumped out the standing water and began making repairs.
There's a deadly accident on Kelly Drive Thursday evening. The road is closed in both directions near Reservoir Drive. One person has been killed and several vehicles are involved. Several others were taken to the hospital.
Speeding through the I-95 and Route 896 construction zone in Newark, Delaware could get you a ticket.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Federal transportation officials say $5 billion will be devoted to replacing or improving aging bridges in 16 states.
Drivers in a study by the University of Pennsylvania were given a monetary incentive to stop using their phones while driving. That helped curb usage, the study showed.
A tractor-trailer crash is blocking the I-676 ramp to enter I-76 in Philadelphia.
Some Old City residents made clear how they feel about a proposal to move the city's temporary Greyhound bus station to their neighborhood on Tuesday.
A three-block stretch of Oregon Avenue is closed after a water main break flooded the street.
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels for this time of year since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.50 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years. Ross DiMattei reports from the Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway where many drivers will be passing through on the way to the Jersey Shore.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
AAA predicts record-breaking traffic in the Philadelphia region and South Jersey for the Fourth of July.
Record-breaking traffic is expected in the Philadelphia area this Fourth of July week, but many beat the crowds and are already in Margate, New Jersey, soaking in the sun and making memories.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
A fiery tractor-trailer crash shut down I-95 southbound in Port Richmond for hours, Josh Sanders reports with NEXT Traffic information from Chris Garrett.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
Drivers who run red lights are now receiving $100 tickets at two intersections in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, after
PennDOT is going to start construction on Monday to install new systems to manage traffic on the crowded highway from I-95 to Villanova.
With more than half a million people from the Philadelphia area expected to travel over the holiday weekend, here's what you need to know about traffic on the roads and at the airport through Memorial Day.
Wet weather and traffic slowed travel as the Memorial Day weekend wound down Monday evening. "A little wet, lots of traffic," one traveler on the Pennsylvania Turnpike said.
A mother and her 1-year-old son were found dead a week after they were reported missing. A man who lived with them was also recently found dead, officials said.
Northampton County DA Stephen Baratta announced charges on Tuesday in two cases involving TikTok challenges.
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
Firefighters were called to a burning section of The Rail Park along Vine Street in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning.
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
A mother and her 1-year-old son were found dead a week after they were reported missing. A man who lived with them was also recently found dead, officials said.
Northampton County DA Stephen Baratta announced charges on Tuesday in two cases involving TikTok challenges.
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
Firefighters were called to a burning section of The Rail Park along Vine Street in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning.
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
A mother and her 1-year-old son were found dead a week after they were reported missing. A man who lived with them was also recently found dead, officials said.
Northampton County DA Stephen Baratta announced charges on Tuesday in two cases involving TikTok challenges.
Firefighters were called to a burning section of The Rail Park along Vine Street in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning.
After decades of hoping and years of planning, Work to Ride in Philadelphia has a new $15 million facility, McCausland Arena.
A Dominican American entrepreneur in Delaware County is honoring her roots through her own makeup line.
Residents packed another meeting in Tabernacle Township, New Jersey, to urge leaders to save the rescue squad.
A man died in a shooting near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly Township Monday night, officials say.
Affordability in New Jersey emerged as a key issue during the first debate between candidates for governor Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli.
A kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school in Vineland, New Jersey, was pulled from the classroom and put on administrative leave because she's carrying a baby for another family.
President Trump loomed large over the New Jersey gubernatorial debate between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
A 36-year-old man was killed in a shooting at a youth football game at Eden Park in Wilmington, Delaware, on Sunday.
A 4-month-old is dead after a driver who was allegedly fleeing from police in Wilmington crashed near I-95 Tuesday morning.
Police in Delaware had to disperse an unruly crowd of over 1,000 people, where they say gunshots were fired, after the annual Wilmington Hispanic Parade had concluded.
Delaware State Police identified the teenage boy killed after an e-bike crashed into the side of a school bus in Dover on Friday afternoon.
Authorities are investigating after a plane reportedly crashed in Dover, Delaware, on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Investors and community leaders are looking for a health care system to take over the shuttered Taylor Hospital in Delaware County.
Staff at a mobile testing van in Philadelphia can test people for prostate cancer and provide more information about the disease.
For this Florida family, the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia is their new happy place while their 1-year-old receives critical care at CHOP.
Taking care of people and knowing about their medical conditions supplies this Penn Medicine nurse with all kinds of ideas for her art.
The nutrition education is a part of Eat Right Philly, which is a School District of Philadelphia initiative that relies on federal funding from the SNAP-Ed program.
A Dominican American entrepreneur in Delaware County is honoring her roots through her own makeup line.
Investors and community leaders are looking for a health care system to take over the shuttered Taylor Hospital in Delaware County.
Promotions for free devices like phones, tablets and watches could wind up costing you if you're not careful.
The Deptford Mall tried charging $10 to park close to entrances, but is now halting the "premier parking" experiment.
For businesses that sell imported goods in Philadelphia, trade policy and tariffs bring an extra layer of uncertainty this year.
A tanker truck overturned on Route 1 in Delaware County, causing thousands of gallons of heating oil to spill onto the roadway.
Road closures and detours for the Philadelphia Distance Run begin Sunday at 5 a.m.
Police said the car that initiated the crash in Philadelphia was involved in a carjacking two days ago on Torresdale Avenue.
Philadelphia International Airport will be front and center as travelers fly into the city in 2026.
With SEPTA service restored, riders are paying more for rides with a 21.5% fare hike in effect.
After decades of hoping and years of planning, Work to Ride in Philadelphia has a new $15 million facility, McCausland Arena.
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed wide receiver Xavier Gipson off waivers on Monday following the team's comeback win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3.
Jason Kelce, a former NFL player with the Philadelphia Eagles, dressed up and joined the Baltimore Ravens' marching band ahead of the Monday Night Football Game.
With Fred Johnson in the game, the Eagles' offense rallied for a comeback victory over the Los Angeles Rams after Lane Johnson exited with an injury.
The Phillies lost to the Diamondbacks after Ranger Suárez allowed six runs on eight hits with two strikeouts and a walk in four innings.
British artist Morrissey has canceled two New England concerts, including Saturday's in Boston, after he received a death threat.
Major starpower is coming to the Philadelphia area this weekend, including musical acts like The Lumineers and Kali Uchis, to comedy stars like Adam Sandler, John Mulaney and Sebastian Maniscalco.
The Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation is reviving a beloved tradition with the return of music, food, and community gatherings at the Night Market on Ogontz Avenue.
ABC's announcement came as media giants Nexstar and Sinclair announced they would preempt Jimmy Kimmel's show indefinitely on all their stations over his remarks.
Cardi B announced her "Little Miss Drama Tour," making a stop in Philadelphia's Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 7, 2026.
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.
We now have an update on one of the police officers hurt when 5 officers were shot in York County, Pennsylvania last week. Lt. David Godfrey is now in satisfactory condition after the shooting in North Codorus Township on Sept. 17.
The Philadelphia Police Department is launching a new campaign aimed at helping prevent auto thefts. It is focused on educating vehicle owners about the latest criminal methods and providing tips to fight back against theft. Fliers, community workshops and social media outreach are part of the new campaign. Jim Donovan has the top news headlines in the Philadelphia area on Tuesday, and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia city leaders say the FIFA Fan Festival in 2026 will include watch parties, food vendors and other activities for soccer fans at Lemon Hill Park once FIFA is in town for multiple World Cup games.
Social media is reacting to the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live! after a two-week suspension. Chandler Lutz has more on what the internet is saying.
The Pennsylvania NAACP will honor Evelyn Lesueuer of The "Six Triple Eight" Battalion, featured in the Tyler Perry/Netflix film of the same name. The battalion worked to clear backlogs of thousands of pieces of mail by hand in just months and was honored with the Congressional Gold Medal.