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Body pulled from Pennsylvania river sparks homicide investigation
A man’s body was pulled from the Delaware River in Pennsylvania, triggering a homicide investigation, police said. Police officers and the Philadelphia Marine Unit responded to the scene on Wednesday following a call from a group of people who were canoeing and kayaking just south of the island at Wy-Hit-Tuk Park in Williams, Lehigh Valley Live reported. When they arrived on the scene around ...
Parker Signs New Health Laws
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signed two pieces of healthcare-related legislation into law at St. Christopher’s Hospital on Thursday, July 25th. The two bills, 240467 and 240426, adjust an index related to federal Medicaid funding, and change the zoning on a plot of land that will allow for a new health center to be built in the 7th Council District, respectively.
Twitchy NJ man admits driving around with pipe bombs
HAMILTON (Mercer) — A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to having pipe bombs in his conspicuous car during a traffic stop in Mercer County. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty to possessing destructive devices in Trenton federal court on Tuesday. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Mount Laurel...
USA TODAY Names Philadelphia ‘Most Walkable City to Visit’ for Second Consecutive Year
In Philadelphia, only 2.4 miles separate Penn’s Landing and the Schuylkill River Trail, with the ability to walk from one end of Center City to the other in just 50 minutes. For the second consecutive year, Philadelphia has been voted the “Most Walkable City to Visit” in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest.
Philadelphia's Henry Avenue Set for Nightly Closures Amid $12.6M Safety and Mobility Overhaul
Heads up, drivers and local residents in Philadelphia: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has just rolled out its plans for weeknight resurfacing on Henry Avenue. This endeavor, focused on enhancing both travel and safety within the East Falls and Wissahickon communities, is set to create some temporary changes to your evening routes. From Monday, August 5 to Thursday, August 15, absorb this; there will be periodic closures from 8 PM to 5 AM the next morning along Henry Avenue between Walnut Lane and School House Lane, and during these hours, traffic will be detoured using Walnut Lane, Ridge Avenue, and Midvale Avenue, with local access maintained and drivers encouraged to plan for some extra travel time due to expected delays.
'Diaper Crew' Suspects Nabbed in Philadelphia Retail Theft Sting
Philadelphia authorities have captured three individuals believed to be part of a theft ring dubbed the 'Diaper Crew,' implicated in an array of retail thefts throughout the city. According to FOX 29, this group has been targeting Family Dollar, Dollar General, and Rite Aid stores, using oversized bags to illegally haul out various items, among them diapers, batteries, and coffee. Police Inspector Ray Evers detailed that the apprehended are charged with a series of thefts that added up across numerous local retail establishments.
Hundreds of cyclists ride to City Hall demanding more protective measures against traffic deaths
Cyclists and advocates demand more bike safety improvements throughout Philadelphia. Some of these include permanent concrete protection for bike lanes, better protection at intersections and ending bike lane parking permits.
Ben Lively strikes out 6, Guardians top struggling Phillies 3-1 in key interleague showdown
PHILADELPHIA -- — Ben Lively struck out six in six innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night in a matchup of teams with the best records in baseball. The Phillies returned home for the first time since the All-Star...
5-star WR Jaime Ffrench discusses why he wanted to visit Miami this weekend
Five-star wide receiver Jaime Ffrench is having a busy weekend. Ffrench (6-1, 185) took trips to visit two of his four finalists—Miami and LSU—this weekend as a NCAA dead period begins this week and a August 30th decision day approaches. LSU was the first school that Ffrench visited...
Teams at Cooper River Dragon Boat Festival are energetic and raising money for a good cause
Teams at the Cooper River Dragon Boat Festival raise money for different charities each year and in 2024, the Wicked Warriors of East Greenwich are raising money for Services Empowering Rights of Victims. Wakisha Bailey was on the banks of the Cooper River chatting with members of the team that's raised $100,000 in the past 5 years.
Saturday Recruiting Nuggets
LSU's Bayou Splash event wrapped up on Friday, giving the staff an opportunity to bring in several commits and top targets. Here are a few things to pass along after talking to several sources this morning…. --- When the dust settles from this year's Bayou Splash, I think you'll see...
Teen shot in Philadelphia recording studio and more top stories | Digital Brief
Police are investigating after a teenager was shot in a recording studio on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia. Howard Monroe has your latest morning headlines with weather from Tammie Souza.
2026 LB JaMichael Garrett leaves LSU visit closer to a decision
One of the more heralded defenders in Alabama, linebacker JaMichael Garrett has long been one of the staff's favorite targets in the 2026 class. His ability to play at all three levels and at such a high level is a big reason for his inclusion in this week's Bayou Splash event.
Cyclists in Philadelphia call for more safety measures on streets after doctor killed while biking
The calls to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians continue to grow louder after recent crashes in the city. Now advocates are calling on Mayor Cherelle Parker to do more to improve safety but they say they're concerned.
Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker emphasize support for VP Harris at union event
PHILADELPHIA - Dozens of men and women from the building trades came out to wholeheartedly support Kamala Harris for president Friday morning - but it quickly turned into a plea for Harris to pick Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to be her running mate. At the rally, chants of "Harris, Harris,...
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...
Philadelphia Drug Traffickers Convicted in Major Fentanyl Operation, Faces Life Sentences
Philadelphia's ongoing battle against the opioid epidemic marked another chapter as Gabriel Rivera-Otero and Angel Reyes-Valdez were convicted for their roles in a significant drug trafficking operation. United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero confirmed that the duo was found guilty of possession with intent to distribute 36 kilograms of fentanyl, an amount with the potential to wreak havoc on the streets.
Orioles Trade Austin Hays to the Phillies
The Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies have joined in on the trade action as they have sent outfielder Austin Hays to the Phillies in exchange for reliever Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache. Baltimore will be designating RHP Levi Stoudt for assignment to clear up an open spot in the 40-man roster.
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