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Woman Fatally Struck by Train on SEPTA's Broad Street Line in Philadelphia, Prompting Service Suspension
A tragic incident unfolded at the Lombard-South Station on Friday when a woman lost her life after falling onto the tracks of SEPTA's Broad Street Line. Officials stated that the woman plunged onto the northbound tracks and was struck by an incoming train, leading to a temporary shutdown of the service in both directions between Walnut-Locust and NRG stations.
Philadelphia high school musicians get industry experience playing at Four Seasons' SkyHigh lounge
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Every Monday evening, Philadelphia high school student musicians get to step into the life of a gigging musician, playing to guests dining at the top of the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at SkyHigh bar and restaurant. It's part of a program called MIC'd Up, which stands for Music Industry Classrooms. The School District of Philadelphia partners with SkyHigh and BELLOSOUND to provide a place for students in small jazz ensembles to play. Several different Philadelphia high schools participate in the program, each playing a residency that lasts around six weeks. Students get paid between $120-$200 per gig, depending on how many students...
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch affecting Southeast Pa. until Monday night
On Monday at 3:30 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 9 p.m. for Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton and Philadelphia counties. When lightning looms: Expert safety tips for thunderstorms. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times...
Two Suspects Charged After Stray Bullet Injures Child in Atlantic City Shooting
An Atlantic City boy's weekend took a harrowing turn when he was shot inside his home during a violent altercation on the streets outside, authorities say. The shooting occurred on the 100 block of North Rhode Island Avenue just before the clock struck 10:30 p.m., according to NBC Philadelphia. Responding officers found the 11-year-old with a gunshot wound, which was deemed non-life-threatening after he received medical attention.
Philly Ranks as Top Pizza City in America
Philadelphia is famous for very thin-crust pizzas. In fact, it ranked number one in the nation for pizzerias, even while its party and bar scene ranked low at 27. So you may not want to go to Philly if drinking is your thing, but if you love the thin crust, then this is the spot to try.
Memorial Day forecast: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Delaware Valley
PHILADELPHIA - The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Philadelphia and most of the Delaware Valley. The advisory, issued Monday afternoon, comes ahead of a strong cluster of storms that forecasters believe will roll over the region during the evening hours. Bouts of thunder and lightning...
3 officers on administrative duty after fatally shooting dogs during separate attacks in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Three Philadelphia officers are placed on administrative duty in connection with fatally shooting two dogs in separate incidents that are about a week apart, authorities said in a release on Friday.Incident #1Two officers from the 17th District responded to a call of a dog attack at a home on the 1600 block of South Dover Street in South Philadelphia on May 23 a little after 4 a.m.Police said they saw a 67-year-old man trying to separate a Pitbull and a small Pomeranian and then the Pitbull bit a sergeant on his left arm. The first officer, fired...
The iconic Little Gay Pub in D.C. expands to Philadelphia
A beloved gay bar in Washington, D.C., known for its eclectic atmosphere and celebrity sightings, is expanding to Philadelphia. The owners of the Little Gay Pub, which has quickly become a hotspot for locals and tourists, are bringing their unique hospitality brand to the City of Brotherly Love. The new...
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