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Your $2 Bill Could Be Worth Way More Than You Think, New Jersey!
Have a $2 bill? It could be worth a lot more than $2. You could be holding a rare treasure and not even know it. I'm assuming if you have a $2 bill you keep it in a safe place or maybe it's in your wallet, but you hope to never have to use it because it's so unique.
ACLU condemns Temple’s stance on discipline for students involved in pro-Palestine protests
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization that defends constitutional rights of individuals, released a letter to Temple administrators on Aug. 15 admonishing Temple for taking disciplinary action against students for participating in the “Gaza Solidarity” encampment on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus in May.
25-year-old man gunned down at Philadelphia park
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was gunned down at a park on Friday night.It happened around 7:37 p.m. at the Tacony Creek Park located on the 700 block of East Olney Avenue in the city's Olney section.Police say a 25-year-old man was shot in the chest and torso. He was pronounced dead at an area hospital.Neighbors tell Action News they heard as many five gunshots go off.One woman said that her husband saw the wounded victim run across the street from the park, where he collapsed on the sidewalk in a pool of blood.No weapons were recovered at the scene.Police are still searching for the gunman.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 215-686-TIPS.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
"Happy Gilmore 2" holds casting call for New Jersey extras
NEW YORK -- "Happy Gilmore 2" is holding an open casting call for New Jersey "locals."Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. posted the casting call earlier this month, looking for extras for the upcoming Netflix film."Happy Gilmore 2" filming in New JerseyThe movie is set to film scenes in Bergen, Essex, Monmouth, Morris and Somerset counties. Shoot dates will be held from September through November. "It's been almost 30 years since we last saw Happy Gilmore, the long-driving hero who won in the Tour Championship in 1996. Now, we finally get to catch up with him in a new sequel," a Netflix press release for...
Water main break floods Manayunk streets; residents, business owners say its an all-too-common occurrence
Water began flooding all of Carson Street and parts of Cresson and Main streets a little before 2 p.m. Friday. The Water Department hasn’t given a reason for the break.
School District of Philadelphia ‘Ring the Bell’ at Phillies stadium to promote back to school efforts
As the familiar sound of ringing school bells fills the air, it signals one clear message: the start of a new school year is just around the corner. School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington joined several school board members which included President Reginald Streater, and Sarah-Ashley Andrews to welcome students back to school at their Ring the Bell event at Phillies Citizens Bank Park stadium on August 13.
Property taxes are on the rise
The city’s revaluation for Tax Year 2025 is complete, meaning property values and property taxes are on the rise. And although some increases may appear to put a strain on the wallet, Mayor Cherelle Parker along with city officials unveiled plans to expand outreach for key tax relief programs to mitigate the impact of revaluations on homeowners.
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy discusses impact of Harris-Walz campaign on the Garden State
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Democrats from across the country are headed to Chicago next week for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, where Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz are expected to officially accept the party’s nomination for President and Vice President, respectively.
UPDATE! National Restaurant Chain Opening Its First New Jersey Location
It's been several years now since Don Pablo's closed its doors. It's a great location for a restaurant, located right behind the Moorestown Mall. However, the building has been sitting empty since 2018. I wrote about this several months ago and now plans are moving forward. There are a lot...
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Announces 2024-25 Season Lineup
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts, the region’s leader for diverse performing arts and cultural events, announces its 2024–25 season. Offering more than 2,000 events every year, the lineup boasts a range of performances, including orchestral music, Broadway shows, jazz, comedy, contemporary dance, ballet, opera, rock, chamber music, and more. This season is the first to include performances in the newly rededicated Marian Anderson Hall.
Storm Chasers visit to talk tornadoes, storm chasing experiences
Storm chasers Lou Ruh, Ed Sweeney and Maureen Alfieri talk with FOX 29 Weather Authority Meteorologist Drew Anderson about their storm chasing experiences and what it is like to see a tornado on the ground.
Back to school: Find out how non-profit keeps teachers' classrooms supplied
FOLCROFT, Pa. - When it comes to back to school, it’s not just about getting the students ready, but the teachers as well. Making sure they have the supplies and resources they need is crucial. Fortunately, in Delaware County, there’s a non-profit doing just that. "Not all schools...
Controversial youth detention center opens in Montco on the grounds of a men’s prison
An announcement from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services says the Southeast Youth Development Center “will increase [the state’s] capacity to treat delinquent youth” ordered to state facilities.
New state-of-the-art school in Overbrook gives hope to students
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — New beginnings and new possibilities in Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood.Students, staff and faculty celebrated the new and improved Lewis College Cassidy Academics Plus School with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday."This new school is a place where we will explore, discover and grow the leaders of tomorrow," said Principal Herman Douglas.The $62 million state-of-the-art facility is the first in the district to be built by a Black-owned construction company. It will soon welcome hundreds of students from grades kindergarten through 8th grade."Our scholars absolutely deserve this," said Tony Watlington, superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia.Parents, incoming students and...
Katz Dean Amy Goldberg named chair of the American Board of Surgery
Amy Goldberg, a distinguished trauma surgeon and Marjorie Joy Katz Dean of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, has taken on a new leadership role. She has been named chair of the American Board of Surgery (ABS), the national certifying body for general surgeons and related specialists. For Goldberg, being...
Creators of "Yall Drawn" hope it gives young Philadelphians a reality check
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - The red carpet is being rolled out as the City of Brotherly Love gets set to shine on the big screen.The movie, "Yall Drawn," premiered Friday around the Delaware Valley, and will soon be released across the country.It's part comedy, mixed with exaggerated reality, and highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while also casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving teens and young people across the city."The overall goal is to get the message to the youth just so they can see from afar how they look," said Richard Harris.Richard Harris and Maurquis Boone helped produce, direct and star...
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