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Bicycle safety advocates hold rally at Philadelphia City Hall in wake of CHOP doctor's death
Bicycle advocates rallied for better safety measures on Thursday afternoon following the death of a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor last month. Advocates delivered nearly 10,000 signatures and comments to Mayor Cherelle Parker and Council President Kenyatta Johnson as they called on city officials to install protected bike lanes.Cyclists say that protection includes concrete and parked vehicles as barriers to separate them from moving traffic."End this nightmare by installing concrete protection on city bike lanes. Philadelphians deserve nothing less," said Sam Reson with Philly Bike Action.Chris Gale, who is the executive director of the Bike Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, wants...
Akwaaba serves up high tea with a touch of soul and a BB
When Essence Magazine Editor-In-Chief Monique Greenwood started a new career as the proprietor of a few bed-and-breakfasts on the East coast, she chose Philly for one of her three inn locations; other spots are in Brooklyn and the Poconos.Akwaaba Philadelphia brings contemporary touches with a music theme to the University City property.Just down the street, Greenwood recently opened the Akwaaba Tea Salon and Event Space where every weekend, 'high tea' is served.Just as in the British tradition, scones with clotted cream and perfectly steeped tea varieties are on hand.But Monique adds soulful creations like deviled eggs topped with a piece of fried chicken and honey hot sauces, and sweets like Southern peach cobbler.Akwaaba Philadelphia Bed & Breakfast | Facebook | Instagram3709 Baring Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104866-466-3855Akwaaba Tea Salon & Event Space |Instagram 3811 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104866-466-3855
Officials urge drivers to celebrate responsibly over Labor Day weekend
Labor Day is just a few weeks away, and law enforcement officials are reminding drivers to celebrate responsibly.PennDOT, along with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and local police officials, held a news conference at the Walt Whitman Bridge on Thursday.Last year there were nearly 300 crashes and two fatalities during the Labor Day weekend.Of those, 29 crashes and one fatality were related to impaired driving.Officials say it's up to everyone to help crack down on impaired driving."This could be as simple as expanding rideshare programs, supporting stricter enforcement, or simply just having an open conversation," said Tpr. Jessica Tobin of Pa. State Police.Drivers can expect to see increased police presence during the rest of August and Labor Day weekend.
NJ Transit will be free for one week after summer of service woes
Gov. Phil Murphy wants to thank New Jersey Transit riders after enduring a summer of service woes with a big gift: A week of free rides from Aug. 26 through Sept. 2.The transit fare holiday will waive all fees on all modes of transportation.If you've already bought a monthly ticket, you won't be left out of the savings. Those customers will automatically receive a 25% discount on their September monthly pass purchase through the mobile app, at Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs), or ticket windows.It's being called a "thank you" to the hundreds of thousands of loyal NJ Transit riders, especially...
Paul Beale's Flowers in West Oak Lane has been family-run since 1971
If you're looking for flowers for a special occasion, there's a florist in the West Oak Lane section of the city that's been family-owned and going strong for more than half a century.Altermese Beale still comes in daily to help her family at Paul Beale's Flowers."My husband and I opened up this shop in 1971, just the two of us," says Beale.She founded the business with her late husband, Paul, who convinced her that he could do the arranging for their own shop after managing someone else's business for 16 years.Beale says when they started the business, they had three...
Business burglar sought for multiple Norristown, Pennsylvania break-ins
Police in Norristown, Montgomery County are asking for the public's help identifying a burglar who has been striking businesses in the overnight hours.Photos of the suspect were posted to social media.Police say the man is 40 to 50 years old and has a mustache.Investigators say the burglar carries reusable grocery bags, along with bolt cutters and tools used to break into the businesses.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 610-270-0977 or 610-275-1222.
Workers free mama cat and kittens from SEPTA station in West Philadelphia
SEPTA had to call in the cat whisperers at its 63rd Street Station in West Philadelphia on Thursday.A mama cat tucked her kittens away behind a stairwell and they became stuck.The transit agency posted photos of the rescue on social media.All other duties as assigned. Not sure these two #SEPTA employees ever thought this would include pulling a mom and two kittens out of a station wall! #ISEPTAPHILLY #waytogo #catwhisperers š±š±š± pic.twitter.com/1pbTQj1Zxlā ISEPTAPHILLY (@SEPTAPHILLY) August 14, 2024 The animals are now in the care of Stray Cat Relief.The shelter gave them a clean bill of health and is now looking for someone to foster the cats.They named the mom 'Subrina.'
Kamala Harris holds slight edge over Donald Trump in Pa. according to new Quinnipiac University poll
A new Quinnipiac University poll showed Vice President Kamala Harris with a slight edge over former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania.The poll showed Harris with a 48% to 45% lead over Trump among likely voters when other 2024 presidential candidates are in the mix.We The People Party candidate Robert F. Kenney Jr. received 4% support, while Green Party candidate Jill Stein and Libertarian Party candidate Chase Olivereach received less than 1%.In a hypothetical two-way race between Harris and Trump, Harris still holds a three-point lead, 50% to 47%, Quinnipiac found.The poll shows a sizeable gender gap, with women supporting Harris 54% to 41%, while men backed Trump 49% to 42%.For more on the survey, visit poll.qu.edu.
Olympian gets a hero's welcome during homecoming in Bridgeport, Pa.
The summer Olympics in Paris may be over, but the celebrations continue!In fact, the town of Bridgeport in Montgomery County paid special tribute to one of our local Olympians.Ariana Ramsey won a bronze medal for women's rugby.Action News photojournalist Dave Edwards was there for her big homecoming.
Work your upper body and your core - Today's Tip
Shoshana shows us an exercise that will get your heart rate up while working your upper body and your core!WATCH PREVIOUS FITNESS TIPS:Here's how to walk a plank! -- Today's TipAn intense exercise to get your heart rate up! -- Today's TipCore exercise you can do with your kids! -- Today's TipModified push-up with leg lift -- Today's TipShoulder lift & press -- Today's TipSlide knee squat -- Today's TipWorkout you can do with the kids -- Today's TipGlute bridge with sliders -- Today's TipWall sit challenge -- Today's TipElevate your squat jack -- Today's TipCore workout you can do anywhere -- Today's TipLoosen your hips -- Today's TipUp, up, down, down plank -- Today's TipPerfect your lunge -- Today's TipSide squat with forward lunge -- Today's Tip
Gov. Murphy expected to name his former chief of staff as interim senator to fill Menendez's seat
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is expected to name former chief of staff George Helmy as an interim senator to serve the remainder of fmr. Sen. Bob Menendez's term, which ends January 3.WABC-TV reports that Helmy, a friend and longtime Murphy ally, will be formally offered the job on Thursday and his appointment is expected to be announced Friday before Murphy departs the state for the Democratic National Convention.The news was first reported by the NJ Globe.Murphy opted for a caretaker for the position when the embattled senator's resignation takes effect on August 20.Murphy opted not to appoint a member...
Woman killed in hit-and-run after getting out of stopped vehicle in Hunting Park
Philadelphia police are searching for two vehicles in connection with a hit-and-run crash that left a 24-year-old woman dead early Thursday morning.The crash happened around 3:42 a.m. in the 4300 block of N. Front Street in the Hunting Park section of Philadelphia.Police say Tahtiana Diggs exited the vehicle she was traveling in with family members.Police say she fell when she exited the vehicle. Soon after, she was hit by at least one vehicle in the roadway.Diggs was taken to Temple University Hospital where she was pronounced dead."It is possible given the circumstances I've described to you that the driver didn't...
Souderton parents demand resignation of school board member after lewd comment about Kamala Harris
A meeting of the Souderton Area School Board in Montgomery County, Pa. was abruptly canceled after parents demanded the board address a lewd comment a board member allegedly made regarding Vice President Kamala Harris.The outrage surrounding William Formica came after an alleged comment on a social media post.He's accused of writing that Kamala Harris performed a sex act in response to a question about the vice president's political accomplishments.Formica was absent from the board meeting on Wednesday night, but tensions were not. Within minutes, many in attendance pressed the board about Formica's post and a potential resignation.They were issues that...
Suspect in custody after police chase ends with crash in Philadelphia
A driver attempting to elude state police was taken into custody after crashing into several parked cars in Philadelphia on Wednesday.It happened at approximately 12:30 p.m. at Ryan Avenue and Leon Street in the city's Mayfair neighborhood.Pennsylvania State Police say the driver took off as troopers attempted a traffic stop.Three cars were struck during the incident, investigators say.After the collision, troopers were able to take the suspect into custody.There is no word yet on what prompted the initial traffic stop or the suspect's identity.No injuries were reported at the scene.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Woman found dead after fire in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood
A fire in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section left a woman dead on Wednesday.The blaze broke out around 7:30 a.m. on the 3100 block of Livingston Street.Crews arrived to smoke coming from the second floor.An unidentified woman was found dead on the first floor, according to the Philadelphia Fire Department.The cause of the fire is still under investigation.A medical examiner will determine the woman's cause of death.
Family holds memorial year after man shot, killed by fmr. Philadelphia officer
The family of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry released balloons in his honor on Wednesday night at his final resting place in Philadelphia's Tacony section.One year has passed since a Philadelphia police officer shot and killed Irizarry, who was sitting in his car during a traffic stop.Police initially said Irizarry lunged at the officer outside the car but later said the officer's body-worn camera footage made it clear that hadn't happened.A judge recently dropped the first-degree murder charge against former officer Mark Dial.Dial will now be tried on a third-degree murder charge next year. He is also facing a civil lawsuit from Irizarry's family.The decision comes after defense lawyers for Dial complained that prosecutors had not turned over an expert witness report they commissioned months ago and planned to use at trial.The trial date was pushed back until May to give the defense time to respond to the expert report on Pennsylvania's use-of-force law.Irizarry's family says they didn't even know that decision was coming."We weren't even informed. So it was just another, I'm gonna say another shot. You know, he took six and they just gave us six also. It's something really hard to swallow," a family member told Action News.
Police ID bicyclist shot dozens of times in ambush killing in South Philly; 3 suspects at large
A man is dead after being shot dozens of times in what police say was a targeted, execution-style killing in South Philadelphia on Wednesday.It happened just after 7 p.m. on the 1500 block of Snyder Avenue.At the scene, police say they found a 25-year-old Kaishef Johnson who had been shot multiple times. He was pronounced dead a short time later.Investigators believe Johnson was shot at least 40 times while he was riding his bike, and even while he was on the ground.The incident was caught on camera by a local business and a SEPTA bus in the area, authorities say.According...
Massive fire in Sea Isle City, New Jersey leaves 2 restaurants damaged
Two restaurants were damaged in a massive fire on Wednesday afternoon in Sea Isle City, New Jersey.The fire happened on the 4200 block of Park Road in the city's Fish Alley section, in a building that houses both Casa Taco and Casino Pizza.Employees of Casa Taco called 911 around 5:06 p.m. to report a fire. Firefighters arrived a short time later."The police were on the scene within a minute. The fire department followed within a minute behind us," said Chief Tony Garreffi of the Sea Isle City Police Department. He added that first responders received help from fire departments...
Lawsuit filed in gruesome death of 12-year-old who was 'starved, abused' in Chester County
The family of 12-year-old Malinda Hoagland, who weighed only 50 pounds at the time of her death in May, has filed a lawsuit.Lawyers for the girl's estate say there was a systematic failure that led to her death.The suit claims Malinda Hoagland was failed at many levels of government, including the school district and county child services.READ MORE: Father and stepmother charged with murder of girl, 12, who was abused, tortured and starved: DA 2 charged with murder after girl, 12, abused, tortured, starved: DAAuthorities allege her father, Rendell Hoagland, and his girlfriend, Cindy Warren, tormented and beat the girl.Authorities...
Volunteer firefighter dies while aiding drivers after car crash in Delaware
A volunteer firefighter in Delaware died while aiding in a car crash on Tuesday.State police announced Wednesday that 23-year-old Thomas Berry III, who worked with Georgetown and Ellendale Fire Companies, was killed in the incident.It happened just before 4:30 p.m. on Lewes-Georgetown Highway west of Gravel Hill Road in Georgetown, Sussex County.Troopers say a Chevrolet Malibu was traveling behind a Toyota Camry when the Malibu attempted to pass the Camry.When the Malibu re-entered the lane in front of the Camry, investigators say the Malibu sideswiped the car, then veered off the road and into a utility pole.After the crash, troopers say Berry stopped to help the drivers involved.While helping the driver in the Malibu, the utility pole snapped, bringing down electrical wires with it.That's when Berry sustained life-threatening injuries, according to police, and was then pronounced dead at the scene.Authorities say the driver of the Malibu, a 37-year-old man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital.The Camry's driver, a 54-year-old woman, was not injured in the incident.Lewes-Georgetown Highway was closed for roughly 12 hours while the scene was investigated.An investigation into this incident is still underway. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police at 302-752-3795.
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