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Suspect in custody after 3 found dead following standoff in Bucks County

Video shows a SWAT team breaching the residence, where the suspect was ultimately taken into custody.

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Billy Penn

Girl Scouts of Eastern PA celebrate growth, evolution as next ‘Firstival’

The first public Girl Scout cookie sale was held in Philly in 1933. The organization is celebrating by looking back at the growth they’ve made since then.

6 months ago

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New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase

The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.

6 months ago

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A man fatally shot by a federal officer in Minnesota worked as an ICU nurse, his parents say

The officer who shot Alex Pretti is an eight-year Border Patrol veteran, federal officials said.

6 months ago

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‘52 Weeks of Firsts’ celebrates Philly’s professional basketball history in next Saturday ‘Firstival’

The National Basketball League was formed in Philly in 1898, the Historic District and the Sixers have teamed up to commemorate it.

6 months ago

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Pennsylvania
Public Health
6abc

Villanova University closed due to threat at academic building; students no longer need to be indoors

The FBI is actively investigating, along with Villanova's Public Safety Department and local law enforcement.

6 months ago

The town square in Georgetown, Delaware
Delaware
Homelessness

How services, housing gaps and policy made Georgetown, Delaware a focal point for homelessness

A new study sheds light on why homelessness is concentrated in Sussex County’s Georgetown and what leaders say is needed to address it.

6 months ago

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Pennsylvania

West Chester gets a new family shelter: ‘We will not turn our eyes away from homelessness’

The Friends Association’s new building located 825 Paoli Pike comprises an office space and a 10-unit family shelter.

6 months ago

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Energy
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

As electricity rates soar, PECO adds $2.5 million in aid for low-income customers

Utility aims to keep the heat on during cold weather while calling for long-term solutions.

6 months ago

Jesse Ito
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly contenders among the 2026 James Beard Awards semifinalists

Veterans and rising stars in the city’s restaurant scene will vie for a finalist nod to come on March 31.

6 months ago

outside Penrose Elementary School
Kids
Philadelphia
6abc

Missing 10-year-old from Philadelphia found safe in Upper Chichester, Pa.

Police earlier said the child went missing after being dropped off at Penrose Elementary School and was last seen in the cafeteria.

6 months ago

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Philadelphia

Altercation on SEPTA bus involving former WHYY intern and pepper spray goes viral

The two participants, including a former WHYY intern, in the chaotic scene knew each other during their time at Community College of Philadelphia. Elon Musk chimed in on X.

6 months ago

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Philadelphia

In Fairmount Park, volunteers spend MLK Day tackling invasive species

Organizers hope the day of service encourages people to volunteer year-round.

6 months ago

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Cecil Moore, left, NAACP, leader in Philadelphia, and Dr. Martin Luther King, integration leader, raises their hands in a gesture of unity in Philadelphia August 2, 1965, where Dr. King started a two-day visit. Moore earlier had requested Dr. King not to come here but they said the controversy was “a misunderstanding.” Dr. King hailed picketing at the all-white Girard College by the NAACP served to “dramatize the problem.” African American  are attempting to break provisions of the college’s founder calling for only white students admitted. (AP Photo/Bill Ingraham )
Studio 2
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New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

MLK’s deep ties to Philadelphia

King audited classes at Penn, preached in Philadelphia churches and built relationships with influential Black clergy and institutions. Can we claim the reverend one of ours?

Air Date: January 19, 2026 12:00 pm

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Food & Drink
Philadelphia

Center City District Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia

More than 120 restaurants across Philadelphia’s downtown area will offer discounted, prix-fixe menus during the annual winter dining promotion.

6 months ago

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