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Man found bleeding from several gunshot wounds on Philly sidewalk
A man was fighting for his life after being shot near his ex-girlfriend's house in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood early Thursday morning, Philadelphia police said. Police rushed to the intersection of Wister Street and Church Lane around 1:30 a.m. on May 23, 2024, after getting several 911 calls about a...
Kensington residents and community leaders say they want to change the narrative around the neighborhood’s image
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. When Giovannie Vilomar was looking to buy a house in Philadelphia, Kensington caught his eye. As a second-generation Puerto Rican who was born in the U.S., he was drawn to the neighborhood’s vibrant Puerto Rican and Latino community.
Police and first responders honored in Montgomery County for their work in the community
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (CBS) -- Many first responders were honored Tuesday by the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office for how they cared for the community.Norristown Police Officers Edward Butterworth and Matthew Walsh were honored for their lifesaving work on Labor Day 2023. That is when they rescued a 12-year-old girl and her father after their truck drove into the Schuylkill River. Butterworth stripped off his gear and ran in the water."I have no water training at all," he said. "No lifeguarding, except just being around water all my life from boating to jet skiing to everything."However, Butterworth was able to pull the...
Million-dollar jackpot won in Pennsylvania
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A million-dollar scratch-off ticket was claimed in Pennsylvania. The ticket, $1 Million Moneybag Crossword, was sold at a Wawa in Media, Delaware County. They’ll receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket. $1 Million Moneybag Crossword is a $20 game with a top prize of $1 Million. Winners should immediately sign […]
Black Bear Spotted In Doylestown Backyard: Officials
Authorities said the bear was spotted near Ferry Road and Iron Hill Road. "The Pennsylvania Game Commission has been notified and is formulating a game plan," township police said. According to the PGC, black bears are the only species of bear to call Pennsylvania home. They are most active at...
Philadelphia Measles Case Prompts Montgomery County Health Alert, Free Vaccines Offered
Philly health officials are on high alert after a confirmed measles case was reported, and it seems the bug has jumped county lines, triggering a response in Montgomery County. According to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, individuals with measles could have exposed Montgomery County residents to the virus. However, as of now, no further cases have been confirmed in the county. The highly contagious disease, known for its distinctive rash and fever, can hitch through the air on droplets from an infected person's cough or sneeze, stealthily finding its next victim.
Intermittent Showers and Thunderstorms Set to Dampen Philadelphia, NWS Warns of Unsettled Weather Ahead
Philadelphia residents better keep their umbrellas handy as showers and thunderstorms are set to intermittently grace the City of Brotherly Love. The National Weather Service has projected a 60% chance of storms today, particularly between 11 am and 2 pm. The day's high is expected to hover near 84 degrees with a shift in winds from southwest to northwest in the morning.
Man left seriously hurt in East Mount Airy shooting, suspect turned himself in
Police in Philadelphia are investigating after a man was seriously hurt in a shooting on Wednesday afternoon, officials said. The shooting happened on the 8600 block of Pickering Avenue in the East Mount Airy neighborhood just after 4 p.m., police said. A man in his early thirties was shot four...
Pa. gaming board bans 3 gamblers who left kids in cars, fines casino over minors
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board took action this week against three people who left children in cars while they gambled and fined a casino for allowing minors on the gaming floor. In one case, a woman and a man were banned from gambling in Pennsylvania casinos after leaving a 5-month-old...
Video: Kamala Harris grabs Philly cheesesteak during pitstop at Jim's West
PHILADELPHIA - Making a cheesesteak stop is essential for any Philadelphia visit, even if you are the Vice President of the United States!. Kamala Harris decided to do just that while she was in town Tuesday for the SEIU International Convention. So, which iconic cheesesteak shop did the VP choose?...
Kensington teacher, student go viral for ‘veggie dance’ battle
This story originally appeared on 6abc. Millions of people around the globe have seen the TikTok video of a second-grader and his teacher throw down in a “veggie dance” dance-off. We tracked down the stars of the viral video at Deep Roots Charter School in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood...
Fatal Shooting at North Philadelphia Bus Stop: One Teen Dead, Four Injured
A 17-year-old was killed, and four others were injured in a targeted shooting at a North Philadelphia SEPTA bus stop. The police believe the attack was aimed at the young boy, sparking a community outcry against gun violence. Key Takeaways:. A 17-year-old boy was killed in a targeted shooting at...
Here Are Four New Additions to Philly’s Food Scene
Miles Table opened its third Philly location earlier this month, making it one of the several new restaurant openings. The Philadelphia dining scene has added several new restaurants in just the last week and more openings are on the horizon, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Miles Table is...
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