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Noah Lyles is the world’s fastest man. A legendary N.J. coach predicted that before he was born | Politi
PARIS — John Moon won’t brag about his prediction. He doesn’t consider himself a track Nostradamus, and before you ask, he does not have any stock tips. His comment to a New Jersey sportswriter three decades ago seems almost eerie now, given what we know about Noah Lyles and what we expect him to do at the Paris Olympics in the coming days. But back in 1995? Moon insists he wasn’t going out on a limb.
Man dies after crashing motorcycle into SUV in Northeast Philadelphia, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A 30-year-old motorcyclist died after running a red light and colliding with an SUV in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday night, police said. The crash happened at the intersection of Grant Avenue and Ashton Road at around 8 p.m.Police said the 30-year-old man ran a red light while operating a Kawasaki motorcycle and collided with a silver Hyundai Tucson turning left onto Ashton Road. The 30-year-old was taken to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital and pronounced dead at 8:15 p.m., according to police. The driver of the Hyundai stayed on the scene and wasn't injured, police said. The crash is under investigation.
Union players bring a bright spot to kids with cancer and their siblings at Sunrise Day Camp
WYNNEWOOD, Pa. (CBS) -- Players from the Philadelphia Union made a special visit Thursday to a camp for children fighting cancer and their siblings.Children at Sunrise Day Camp in Wynnewood were fired up. Philadelphia Union players Kai Wagner and Leon Flach showed up to teach the kids some soccer moves. The camp is a bright spot for children with cancer and their siblings. The camp invites brothers and sisters of those battling the disease so they are not left out.Executive director Jenni Rebetti said she was thrilled the campers could have the opportunity to be just kids."We are so excited, and the...
Lawsuit against mail-in ballot requirement heard in Commonwealth Court
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A lawsuit challenging Pennsylvania's requirement for mail-in ballot envelopes to be dated properly was heard on Thursday in the Commonwealth Court in Harrisburg. The case Black Political Empowerment Project v. Schmidt was brought by grassroot groups along with the ACLU, which argue that enforcing the date...
Jehovah’s witnesses mark 124 years of large-scale conventions in Philadelphia
For 124 years, Jehovah’s Witnesses have had a history of large conventions in Philadelphia. This year, 3,300 delegates from 28 countries will join local residents for a large three-day event with the theme “Declare the Good News!” to be held Aug. 2–4, 2024. Beginning with 400...
Andy Cohen Amends His Thoughts on the Future of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey'
After a year full of Real Housewives casting changes and shakeups, Bravo fans have a keen eye when it is time to see the writing on the wall. The Real Housewives of Potomac saw a low-performing Season 8, with many fans calling for Robyn Dixon to be fired after she withheld information in the prior season about her husband's fidelity. She was fired while fellow stars Candiace Dillard-Bassett and Nneka Ihim left the show to focus on family. Fan voices were heard then, so will they be heard again?Similar calls are now being made for The Real Housewives of New...
Routine traffic stop results in 5-year prison sentence for Glassboro, NJ, man
A Glassboro man is headed to prison after cops found a loaded gun during a traffic stop in Vineland last year. On April 26th, 38-year-old Joshua D. Alpheaus pleaded guilty to one charge of unlawful possession of a handgun. Earlier this week, he was sentenced to five years in state...
NYC's Levain Bakery, known for its massive cookies, to open first Philly location this fall
A New York City-based bakery is expanding to Philadelphia, bringing its enormous – and pricey – sweet treats to Rittenhouse. Levain Bakery will open a store at 1518 Walnut St. this fall, the company announced Wednesday on social media. This will be the popular bakery's first location in Pennsylvania.
Bensalem man charged with homicide by vehicle for killing Philly man in Kensington, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Bensalem man was charged with homicide by vehicle for fatally striking a man in Kensington last month, Philadelphia police said on Wednesday. Christopher Sorensen, 41, was charged with homicide by vehicle, accident death, no license reckless driving and other related offenses for killing 38-year-old Christopher Cabrera of Philadelphia in July. Police said Sorensen was driving a black 2012 Toyota Corolla eastbound on the 2000 block of Allegheny Avenue on Wednesday, July 17 when he struck Cabrera, who was standing on the sidewalk. Cabrera was pronounced dead shortly after the incident. Sorensen remained on the scene of the crash but wasn't charged until weeks later. The crash involving Sorensen happened on the same night that 30-year-old Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square. Since then, Michael Vahey, a 68-year-old, was hit with numerous charges, including homicide by vehicle by DUI, homicide by vehicle and involuntary manslaughter for Friedes' death. Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said Vahey had a BAC level of nearly twice the legal limit. Also on that same night on July 17, a 26-year-old woman was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in East Germantown, police said.
Pennsylvania man sentenced for using explosives to rob multiple ATMs
Philidelphia, Pa (WJET/WFXP) — A Pennsylvania man will be spending more than seven years behind bars along with other parts of his sentence after being convicted of using explosives to rob six ATMs in 2020 during a protest. A Philadelphia judge sentenced 25-year-old Cushmir McBride, of Yeadon, PA, to 90 months in prison along with […]
New owner of iconic South Jersey diner vows to keep it alive
It might not be the prettiest name, but it’s perfectly Jersey. Geets Diner & Bar. That’s pronounced with a hard G. Although how even more Jersey would a diner be if it were a soft G and no S. As in J’eet?. J'eet yet? No? Let's stop...
ON BURIED GROUND Begins In September At Christ Church Neighborhood House
Christ Church Preservation Trust has been conducting research to discover the lives and everyday acts of resilience and survival by Black people, both free and enslaved in Colonial Philadelphia Records show funeral services were held for enslaved Africans and African-Americans at Christ Church. Historians have speculated they may be buried...
Philly's private eviction system to cease operations as Landlord-Tenant Officer fails to obtain new insurance
Philadelphia's system of using private contractors to carry out evictions is coming to an end amid struggles to maintain insurance and mounting calls for reform of the decades-old practice. Two people were shot by eviction officers last year, raising questions about tenant safety and how to overhaul the city's unusual methods.
Termination of New Jersey Firefighter Upheld
The Appellate Division of New Jersey Superior Court has upheld the termination of a firefighter who was working full-time for the military while employed full-time as a municipal firefighter, and kept each agency in the dark about his employment with the other. John Tayag-Kosky was fired by the Town of Kearny for conduct unbecoming, neglect of duty, insubordination, and hiding the fact that he was employed full-time as military recruiter and an active-duty member of the Army National Guard.
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Shapiro cancels Hamptons fundraising trip before Harris' VP pick
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro canceled a fundraising trip to the Hamptons this weekend amid speculation he could be Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in the 2024 general election. "The Governor's trip was planned several weeks ago and included several fundraisers for his own campaign committee," Shapiro's spokesperson said on Thursday. "His schedule has changed and he is no longer traveling to the Hamptons this weekend."Shapiro is among six candidates who had calls with Harris' vetting team this week as the vice president searches for her running mate in the 2024 general election, CBS News reported. Shapiro is among...
West Philadelphia man rents billboard to help him find a date
Sick of swiping dating apps, one West Philadelphia man is putting himself out there in a very public way.Dave Kline, a 28-year-old data manager, rented a billboard in his neighborhood near 34th and Wharton streets and put details about his search for a date on it.He's a good cook, has normal hobbies, and owns a cat, which is pictured on the billboard.Kline spoke with Action News about his unique approach to finding a lady friend."It was just supposed to be funny for the most part, but I am not gonna lie that the added benefit is that girls are messaging...
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