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Philadelphia is cracking down on illegal street mechanics: 'It's a safety issue'
"It's a safety issue," said Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Michael O'Donnell. "These aren't, that we know, of qualified mechanics. They don't have a licenses or business licenses."
Defense attorneys for former Philly cop who shot and killed Eddie Irizarry ask to relocate murder trial to another county
Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial, charged with first-degree murder in the death of Eddie Irizarry last August, was in court Thursday morning. Defense attorneys want to relocate the trial to another county.
On a gloomy, rainy evening, cyclists ride in silence to remember those who have died
Hundreds of riders took to the streets in a nearly silent ride -- the smooth, soft sounds of spoked wheels spinning across concrete was nearly inaudible -- as bicyclists in Philadelphia joined riders across the country for a "Ride of Silence" to remember cyclist who died on the road. On...
Philly councilmember concerned about affordable housing project not being included in city budget
Philadelphia Chief Deputy Mayor Aren Platt confirms that money for the University City Townhomes project is not included in the 2025 budget at the present time, but that doesn't mean it won't be.
911 calls, doorbell videos, body camera footage detail Falls killings
On the morning of March 16, Andre Gordon Jr. went to his father’s Levittown home and then to the nearby home of the mother of his children intent on murder, a Bucks County detective told a District Judge Wednesday during Gordon’s preliminary hearing in Doylestown. Armed with an...
Bryn Mawr-born Francis R. Strawbridge III Remembered For Civic Leadership, Chairing Strawbridge & Clothier
Francis R. Strawbridge III, former long-time chairman of family business Strawbridge & Clothier, and notable civic leader, has passed away at 86. Francis R. Strawbridge III, Bryn Mawr-born, retired former chairman at Strawbridge & Clothier and longtime civic leader, has passed away at 86, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Million-dollar lottery ticket sold at Montco Wawa
DOUGLASS TWP., Pa. - A Montgomery County Wawa sold a $1 million winning scratch-off lottery ticket. The winning Million Dollar Multiplier Madness ticket was sold at the Wawa located in the 1000 block of Grosser Road, Douglass Township. Lottery officials say the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling...
Cornerstone Kensington pharmacy set to close
There’s another drug crisis brewing in Kensington. This time, it is about legal drugs. Lifesaving drugs. Drugs for all the good people of the community. Friendly Pharmacy is slated to close its doors permanently at the end of the month. After 28 years on Front Street, the Kensington staple...
Porch pirate disguised as Amazon driver swipes package from Delaware County home: police
HAVERTOWN, Pa. - Authorities in Delaware County are searching for an alleged porch pirate who they say disguised himself as an Amazon delivery driver to snatch a package. The Haverford Police Department shared a photo Thursday of the suspect taken outside a house on the 600 block of Covington Road.
Get ready, the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend
Grease poles, cannolis, drinks in pineapples, Italian music, and a seven-block-long party can only mean one thing in Philadelphia and that’s because the annual South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend! This Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival will […]
North Philadelphia funeral home plans to rebuild after fire, keep family business going
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A nearly century-old funeral home in North Philadelphia was ravaged by a fire early Wednesday morning. Pennick Funeral Home, a beloved establishment on Montgomery Avenue in Brewerytown since 1928, now stands as a charred reminder of its long history in the community. "It's been really important for us to keep the business going. I'm the third generation of women and we're coming up on 100 years," supervisor Shelli Pennick said.Shelli Pennick took over the family business started by her grandmother.Pennick said her 87-year-old mother and 16-year-old nephew were home when the fire broke out around 1:30 a.m.Flames erupted from...
Man who escaped from Philly police caught in Northern Liberties by U.S. Marshals
The U.S. Marshals Service has captured a man who escaped from police custody after he was arrested Monday for alleged firearms violations. Nafiysh Knox-Schenck, 32, was apprehended Wednesday afternoon at an condominium complex on the 600 block of West Girard Avenue in Northern Liberties. MORE: Center City landlord settles for...
James Roebuck, state representative who served Philly for decades, dies at 79
James R. Roebuck Jr., a longtime state representative for West Philadelphia, has died at age 79. The Democrat served the 188th District, which includes the neighborhoods of Spruce Hill, Walnut Hill and University City, from 1985 until 2020. When, where and how he died was not immediately made public. Roebuck...
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