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Food & Drink
International
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Nihonbashi Philly, Tokyo’s authentic cheesesteak spot, is coming to the city for a 6-day run

The Philly-themed sports bar that fuels Japanese Eagles fans is touching down in the city for a limited-time pop-up from April 30 to May 5.

1 year ago

Cody Balmer escorted by an officer
Crime
Pennsylvania

Officials investigate why Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home was set on fire

Investigators are digging into Cody Balmer’s background after, authorities say, he scaled a security fence in the night and set fire to the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion.

1 year ago

Traci Manza Murphy
Delaware
Gun Violence
Public Safety

‘We’re scrambling.’ Delaware gun violence prevention group losing federal funding

Coalition for a Safer Delaware will feel the pinch of federal funding cuts for gun violence intervention and community programs.

1 year ago

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Economy
Gun Violence
Philadelphia

2 Philadelphia researchers concerned with losing federal dollars for gun violence prevention

President Donald Trump proposed cuts to gun violence research that some experts say could cost lives.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia Union mascot, Phang, (right) mimics City Councilmember Isaiah Thomas during a press conference
Community Events
Philadelphia

Philly leaders say 2026 plans are on track, but SEPTA’s funding crisis could derail them

Panelists spoke optimistically of an economically fruitful 2026 but one dark cloud hung over the hearing: looming cuts to Philly’s public transportation system.

1 year ago

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National
Public Safety

A look at recent aircraft tragedies, mishaps and close calls

A private plane crashed in upstate New York over the weekend. It's the latest aviation mishap this year, following crashes in New York City, Philadelphia, D.C. and more.

1 year ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Crime
Pennsylvania
Politics

Fire set at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home is the latest in a string of political violence

A fire set by a man who broke into Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home over the weekend is just the latest in a string of attacks against political leaders in the U.S.

1 year ago

a man and an ambulance
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Swarthmore College alumni killed in upstate New York plane crash

Six people died in the crash Saturday, including the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year. A preliminary report will be ready within 30 days.

1 year ago

Burned remains of the home
Crime
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

What to know about Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the alleged arson at his official residence

A security assessment is underway and fundraising is in the works to help cover the cost of the damage. Shapiro says President Donald Trump called him to see how he was doing.

1 year ago

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro
Crime
Pennsylvania
Politics

Harrisburg man to be charged with attempted murder of Gov. Josh Shapiro for setting fire to official residence

The fire broke out overnight on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover, which Shapiro and his family had celebrated at the governor's official residence.

1 year ago

A woman weaves designs with palm fronds in Philadelphia's Italian market.
Philadelphia
Religion
Visual Arts

Philadelphia family carries on palm-weaving tradition in the Italian Market

Victoria Ciliberti is a third-generation “palm lady” sharing her craft in the Italian Market ahead of Palm Sunday.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia
Protests
Transportation

Transit system in ‘crisis’: SEPTA supporters rally at Philadelphia City Hall against ‘death spiral’ of proposed service cuts

Local politicians, transit workers and everyday riders expressed concern over the proposed cuts and called for more funding to cash-strapped SEPTA.

1 year ago

Jaron Ennis holding his championship belt
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Sports

Philly’s favorite boxer ‘Boots’ Ennis is bringing a big-time bout back to Atlantic City

The 27-year-old Ennis has won seven straight fights overall and made three straight successful title defense since he defeated Ukrainian fighter Karen Chukhadzhian in 2023.

1 year ago

an aerial view of the fire
Environment
New Jersey
Public Safety

Fire that swept through New Jersey neighborhood, killing 2 girls, apparently started in their home

Authorities said Friday that the cause of the fire in Millville doesn't appear to be suspicious. The blaze burned six homes and took several hours to bring under control.

1 year ago

Gianni Infantino and A.J. Brown shaking hands at the press conference
International
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

FIFA president visits Philly to promote upcoming summers of World Cup soccer

Gianni Infantino dropped several “Go Birds” greetings — and a big donation for the city’s soccer development — in his first visit to the city.

1 year ago

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