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In the AI era, New Jersey relies on humans and a 1911 invention to spot wildfires

Perched 100 feet above the Pine Barrens, a man in a tower uses a century-old system to stop fire in its tracks.

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City of Camden suspends EMR’s junkyard license after 2-alarm fire

The May fire was the latest of over a dozen at facilities run by EMR in Camden since 2020. The suspension will be reevaluated in early July.

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City of Camden issues cease operations order to EMR after two-alarm fire

The order comes after city, county and state elected officials called on government agencies to shut EMR’s Camden operations.

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After water emergencies in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, an expert shares tips for staying safe in oceans and rivers

Open water presents risks that pools don't. A New Jersey swim coach explains how to handle currents, waves and other hazards.

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Temple’s safety chief down steps down after four years

Jennifer Griffin worked to bolster campus police following the murder of Officer Christopher Fitzgerald.

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Montgomery County encourages immigrants to call 911 after decline in non-English emergency calls

In 2025, overall use of Language Line, which provides translation for more than 240 languages in real time, was down 12.4% from 2024.

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Lessons learned from Ida: Philadelphia must brace for next big storm, Penn researchers say

During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Schuylkill River rose to levels that hadn’t been recorded in more than 150 years.

2 weeks ago

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Una histórica iglesia de Wilmington resulta dañada en un incendio masivo

Líderes religiosos, residentes y funcionarios electos se congregaron en Wilmington después de que un incendio destruyera gran parte de la histórica iglesia.

2 weeks ago

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Firefighters contain large brush fire near train tracks in North Philadelphia

Amtrak service between Philadelphia and New York was halted during the response but resumed shortly after 3 p.m.

3 weeks ago

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Historic Wilmington church damaged in massive fire

Faith leaders, residents and elected officials gathered in Wilmington after a fire destroyed much of the historic Mother African Union Church.

4 weeks ago

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Philadelphia launches real-time flood monitoring to help Eastwick residents prepare for storms

Newly installed flood gauges will detect rainfall and water levels to help inform Eastwick residents of potential risks.

1 month ago

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Proposed Delaware legislation targets firearm dealers contributing to illegal gun trafficking

Gun control advocates say a small number of Delaware firearm dealers supply the majority of crime guns in the state.

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Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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Did DeSean Jackson instill ‘tough guy’ football culture at Delaware State that contributed to a brutal locker room attack?

A lawsuit claims that freshman Malachi Biggs was dropped on his face during an altercation and suffered a fractured jaw and severe injuries to his teeth and chin.

2 months ago

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Philly ‘Peacekeepers’ to get unique professional development in new program

The eight-week program will help invest in programs that help prevent community violence throughout the city.

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