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Rite Aid has closed these 80 stores in Pa. since filing for bankruptcy
It’s no surprise that since Rite Aid started closing hundreds of stores after it filed bankruptcy in October, that many of the locations were in the Keystone State. After all, Pennsylvania is the pharmaceutical company’s home state. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
‘Science of reading’ won’t be required at Pa. schools | Today in Pa.
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Pennsylvania high school girls volleyball: Key dates for the 2024 season
The high school girls volleyball season is right around the corner with the start of official practices and first scrimmage dates set for the middle of August. Last season, two teams from the WPIAL out of District VII qualified for the state championship games in Mechanicsburg. Hampton fell to District I champion...
Be prepared for dense fog in part of Pennsylvania until Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:29 a.m. on Tuesday for dense fog until 9 a.m. for Westmoreland Ridges, Fayette Ridges and Higher Elevations of Indiana as well as Mercer, Venango, Forest, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Beaver, Allegheny, Armstrong, Washington, Greene, Westmoreland, Fayette and Indiana counties. "Patchy dense fog...
Tahir Shoatz Charged In West Philly Mass Shooting: PPD
Tahir Shoatz, 28, is charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder plus related offenses, said PPD Commissioner Kevin Bethel on Tuesday, July 23. The shooting happened on the 1200 block of North Alden Street in the Carroll Park neighborhood around 2 a.m., authorities said previously. Two groups exchanged gunfire during a cookout, investigators believe.
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
Man dies after being stabbed in the face in Philadelphia
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in Philadelphia early Tuesday morning. Police responded to the 1200 block of West Wingohocking Street at 6:26 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man in his 40s or 50s who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 6:36 a.m.
Wanted: Suspect for Robbery/Shooting Incident in the 24th District [VIDEO]
The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the suspect depicted in the following video. On July 12th, 2024, a 31-year-old male was robbed at gun point while inside a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue. The victim confronted the suspect outside and was shot one time in the neck. The victim is currently listed in critical condition. The suspect was last seen fleeing the area on a blue and silver Trek” mountain bike.
Despite Jay-Z and Josh Shapiro’s support, Pa. didn’t approve school vouchers. Here’s why.
Pennsylvania lawmakers and advocates were prepared for a tough budget fight over school vouchers this year. Despite support for vouchers from Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, GOP leaders, and even Jay-Z, a proposed $100 million voucher program was not a major sticking point in budget negotiations. Instead, legislative leaders reached a...
New Pa. law expands Philly’s homeowner protections against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Temple extends five more offers
While Adam Fisher and his Temple men’s basketball staff will continue to hone in on building their 2025 recruiting class, they have also stayed busy extending offers to rising juniors and sophomores, including one with a familiar last name. Mani Sajid, Dawson Battie, Malik Fields, Angelo Dickerson and Zaahir...
Philadelphia Rallies Support with Resources to Combat Food and Housing Insecurity
In the City of Brotherly Love, the fight against food and housing insecurity persists as an enduring quest for dignity. Recent information from the Philadelphia government underscores the magnitude of the challenge and a slew of resources available to those in need. Those seeking shelter amidst economic strife have places...
Gov. Josh Shapiro's path to prominence started in Montgomery County
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris. Shapiro is among several Democratic governors getting attention for the vice president spot. Just nine days ago, he joined Harris for Thai take-out at Reading Terminal Market after she spoke at a town hall event in Philadelphia.The Keystone State is considered perhaps the most significant battleground state with 19 electoral votes, thrusting Shapiro into the national spotlight. Shapiro, 51, is the 48th governor of Pennsylvania currently serving his first term. He's become a rising Democratic star and was commended last...
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