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Saquon Barkley running
Philadelphia
Sports

Saquon Barkley sets Eagles single-season rushing record against Panthers

Barkley broke LeSean McCoy’s record of 1,607 yards set in 2013. The NFL single-season rushing record is 2,105 yards, set by Eric Dickerson in 1984.

2 years ago

Joel Embiid dribbling
Philadelphia
Sports

Joel Embiid returns to the 76ers’ starting lineup against the Bulls

The center had missed the previous seven games because of knee injuries and a three-game suspension for pushing a sports columnist.

2 years ago

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History
New Jersey

‘History has to come to life’: Washington Crossing hosts annual historic reenactment

The Continental Army’s advance across the river into New Jersey was a turning point in the Revolutionary War.

2 years ago

Crossing guard struck by vehicle near Burlington City High School in New Jersey. (6abc)
K-12
New Jersey
Public Safety
6abc

South Jersey crossing guard dies after being struck near Burlington City High School

Police call his actions "heroic" as he prevented two students from being injured when he was struck.

2 years ago

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Food & Drink
Income Inequality
New Jersey

Food banks in New Jersey need support. Here’s how you can help

As food prices have outpaced inflation, more people are turning to food banks in New Jersey. Some locations are experiencing greater demand than at the height of the pandemic.

2 years ago

Listen 1:08
Steve Schwartz demonstrates fly fishing
Energy
Environment

Anglers cheer new federal dollars aimed at keeping streams healthy for native brook trout

The initiative is one of more than 60 conservation projects nationwide to receive a total of more than $122 million through Biden’s America the Beautiful Challenge.

2 years ago

Listen 1:18
Jennifer Griffin smiles and holds a bike
K-12
Philadelphia
Policing
Transportation

‘Really shocked’; Secret Santa visits 2 North Philly elementary schools

Temple University police and an anonymous donor awarded new bicycles to students at two elementary schools and Norris Homes in North Philly.

2 years ago

Listen 1:42
Volunteers at a food bank
Community Events
Philadelphia

Help for the holidays: Where to get involved with volunteer events around Philadelphia

This holiday season, organizations across Philadelphia offer opportunities for people to help members of their community.

2 years ago

rescue mission for missing woman in the sinkhole
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Crews recover the body of a woman from a Pennsylvania sinkhole after a 4-day search

Police say the remains of a woman who fell into a sinkhole have been recovered four days after she went missing while searching for her cat.

2 years ago

Suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Gun Violence
National

Hunt for the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO heads into third day as new clues emerge

Days after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a dawn ambush, the gunman was still at large and the reason for the killing remained unknown.

2 years ago

Saquon Barkley running the ball
Philadelphia
Sports

Saquon Barkley on pace to set Eagles single-season rushing record

The Philadelphia Eagles running back may make team history against the Carolina Panthers this Sunday. He could break Eric Dickerson's NFL record by the end of the season.

2 years ago

Kenny Pollard sitting in a chair holding up a framed photograph of him and his wife on the beach
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Digging resumes in the search for a woman in a Pennsylvania sinkhole

Efforts to find 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard have been frustrated by treacherous conditions for search crews inside the mine.

2 years ago

People walk Walnut Street
Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Experts say Center City retail stabilizes but has room to grow

Filling a glut of vacant commercial spaces remains a challenge.

2 years ago

Entrance sign welcoming people to Picatinny Arsenal
Policing
Public Safety
Technology

FBI investigating reports of large drones flying in New Jersey, seeks public’s help

The flights took place near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility, and over Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster.

2 years ago

Rescue workers search in sinkhole
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Underground voids from abandoned mines pose danger to people and property when land collapses

There are as many as 500,000 abandoned mines nationwide — far outnumbering those that are still active, according to the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration.

2 years ago

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