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A Philadelphia Crew Ran About 60 Carjackings in a Year, Prosecutors Say. Sentences Run 35 Years to Life Plus 138

A federal judge in Philadelphia sentenced Mikal McCracken, 24, to life in prison plus 138 years for a carjacking that killed a former Marine on Feb. 6, 2022, for conspiring to murder the locksmith who cut a replacement key for the stolen car six days later, and for 19 other armed carjackings. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania laid out the sentences in an Oct. 30 release that was updated Nov. 2.

Philadelphia, PA · 11h

Attack of the Fanboy

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A Philadelphia foster mother is charged with killing a 10-year-old girl in her care, and now the mayor has ordered a review of the entire system

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has signed an executive order creating a Child Welfare Review Committee following the death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford, as reported by ABC News . The new group of experts is tasked with finding ways to better protect children living in foster care across the city. Parker addressed the situation in a video posted to Facebook on November 10, 2026. She said the death of Alford “has shaken me and our city at its core,” and that the city of Philadelphia must “do more” to prevent similar tragedies. The committee will consist of up to 15 experts appointed by the mayor, and its work will focus on the Philadelphia Department of Human Services and various foster care agencies. According to the executive order, the group will look into how the city selects foster homes, the process for licensing those homes, current oversight systems, and visitation requirements. Parker set a firm timeline, saying, “I want this investigation to be thorough, comprehensive and independent, and I want its results and recommendations to be on my desk within 120 days.” The foster mother charged in this case has ties to Philadelphia schools The foster parent involved in the case, 36-year-old

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

Daily Voice

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19 Inches Of Hail Turns Parkside Borough Streets Into Winter Wonderland In November Storm

What looked like the aftermath of a massive blizzard was actually the result of a severe thunderstorm that dumped approximately 19 inches of hail on a Pennsylvania community, leaving streets buried in ice and drivers stranded. The extraordinary scene unfolded in Parkside Borough, Delaware County, on…

Delaware County, PA · 14h

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6 Iconic Foods You Can Only Truly Appreciate in Philadelphia

Philadelphia food has strong opinions built into it. Everyone has a favorite counter, a rule about toppings, and a story about a line. These six stops come up again and again in local roundups, Google reviews, and Reddit threads. Each one comes with the order people recommend most. Angelo’s Pizzeria...

Philadelphia, PA · 12h

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Woman allegedly stole and deposited a $69K check issued by the Flourtown Fire Company

The Springfield Township Police Department has accused Kayleigh-June Davidson, 32, of Philadelphia, of intercepting and stealing $69,137.17 from the Flourtown Fire Company in July and August. According to a criminal complaint written by Corporal Robert Chiarlanza, the Vice President of the Flourtown Fire Company reported to Springfield Township police a...

Flourtown, PA · 1d

KYW News Radio

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Grandfather of 3-year-old killed by foster mom in 2022 wants to know why the system wasn't investigated then

In 2022, Hope Jones was beaten to death. Seventy percent of her body was covered in both old and new injuries, meaning there was continuous abuse. Officials said it was at the hands of her foster mother, Kiana Casey.

Philadelphia, PA · 1h

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Why Eastern Pennsylvanians Shop at Giant and Western Pennsylvanians Swear by Giant Eagle

Say “Giant” to a grocery shopper in Philadelphia and to one in Pittsburgh, and they’ll picture two different stores. The names sound related, and that’s where a lot of the confusion starts. Here’s why eastern Pennsylvanians shop at Giant and western Pennsylvanians swear by Giant Eagle....

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Delaware County Bakeries for Your Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie — and When to Order

Every Thanksgiving table has its non-negotiables. The turkey can be roasted, smoked or fried. The stuffing can spark a family debate. For most of us, the meal isn’t finished until somebody slices the pumpkin pie. Here’s the good news: you don’t have to bake it. Delaware County...

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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The prescription stimulant backorder's impact on Drexel students

Despite the clinical necessity of ADHD medication, strict regulation by the Drug Enforcement Administration has led to intense shortages that have had a negative impact on college students. Prescription stimulants are a class of central nervous system drugs broken into two subtypes. The first class is amphetamines, which increase the...

Philadelphia, PA · 11h

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30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options

Travelers at 30th Street Station now have access to some of the renovated areas that Amtrak has been working on as part of its $550 million project. The station's South Concourse, which houses the former dining area and public restrooms, reopened this week with several new seating areas that include outlets to charge devices. The upgraded bathrooms are also open and the station's new food and retail options are set to debut in phases over the coming months, officials said.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Man on electric dirt bike struck, killed in hit-and-run in Philadelphia's Germantown section: Police

Police are looking for a vehicle after a man on an electric dirt bike was fatally struck in Philadelphia's Germantown section early Friday morning.

Philadelphia, PA · 14h

CBS Philadelphia

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Chance of wintry weather in Philadelphia region Friday | NEXT Weather

A strong area of low pressure has moved to the east, and now cooler air is beginning to spill in behind it.

Philadelphia, PA · 20h

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Mi Casa: Tex-Mex eatery lets down University City

Price Range: $20-30 Overall Score: ▲▲◭△△ Fine. Perfectly average. Mi Casa, a new Tex-Mex restaurant, recently opened next to the Starbucks on campus, bringing a fresh dining option to the area. After its grand opening last week, the restaurant has already begun drawing students in with its free appetizer happy hour promotion.

Philadelphia, PA · 11h

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VIDEO: Hailstorm Pummels Area

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 13, 2026)– A hailstorm hit South Jersey and the Philadelphia area on Thursday afternoon, November 12, around 3 PM. The storm was predicted, but most paid no attention to the possibility. Simply put, it has been years since hail fell with the intensity shown in the video. So why did we see it now? We were able to pull up our porch window awnings, but the awning over the front door looks like a piece of Swiss cheese, as the hail destroyed it.

Delaware Valley, PA · 14h

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NWS to survey damage after tornadoes touch down in Delaware, NJ

The National Weather Service is set to survey damage after tornadoes touched down Thursday in Delaware and New Jersey. On Friday morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that a tornado touched down near Old York Road in Chesterfield, New Jersey. Crews were expected to survey damage in Burlington County, New Jersey, and New Castle County, Delaware, to determine the strength and size of Thursday's tornadoes.

Burlington County, NJ · 13h

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Malayshia Alford: Philly DA to announce independent investigation Thursday

Philadelphia's District Attorney is announcing an independent investigation Thursday into the care and death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford. City Council is set to introduce a resolution Thursday calling for social workers to wear body cameras. Community members and parents are seeking answers, and grief support is a concern for children...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Philly pickle vendors gear up for the world’s largest pickle party this Saturday

💌 Love Philly? So do we. Let’s be friends. Sign up for the Billy Penn newsletter today. Pickles are wondrous, salty, majestic little snacks. In just a day, a cucumber can metamorphose into a completely new food with a tangy flavorful punch — all thanks to the magic of vinegar. We even recommend them on cheesesteaks.

Philadelphia, PA · 15h

KYW News Radio

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Historic ocean liner, docked in South Philly for decades, sunk off Florida coast to become artificial reef

The SS United States, a fixture for 30 years at Philadelphia’s Navy Yard, will become the world’s largest artificial reef at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. Crews worked most of Wednesday to sink the ocean liner off the coast of the Florida panhandle.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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U.S. Storm Leaves 19 Inches of Hail on Roads as Tornadoes Hit 2 States, Trapping Drivers

A November thunderstorm buried cars in ice and forced road crews to bring heavy equipment.

Philadelphia, PA · 1h