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Officials track down fugitive wanted for 2021 murder of 16-year-old outside Southwest Philly 7-Eleven
On Feb. 18, 2021, around 4 a.m., Kahlief Myrick was inside the store along 70th Street near Grovers Avenue, grabbing breakfast with his cousin when detectives say Donald Whittingham entered with a woman and tried to start trouble with the teen.
Arkema hosts science teachers program in Montco
KING OF PRUSSIA — Thanks to the Arkema Science Teachers Program when six local teachers return to the classroom this year, they will be equipped with new resources to make Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) curriculum fun for their students. Teachers from Juniata Park Academy, Howe Academic Plus...
A Formula One arcade with simulated racing is coming to Center City
A new arcade will bring a simulated version of Formula One racing to Center City next year, offering a gaming venue and hangout for fans of a sport that's been rising in popularity in the United States. F1 Arcade, a concept first introduced in London, will open inside a 19,200-square-foot...
One New Jersey School District Is Banning Cell Phones This School Year
How do you feel about cell phone use in schools in New Jersey?. I have a lot of friends who are teachers in Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, and cell phones seem to be the bane of their existence. Trying to get their class to keep the phones off and away...
Upcoming comedy shows in Philly: Lady Laughs, Close Quarters and Tattooed Momedy
Philadelphia's upcoming comedy shows are full of diverse lineups hoping to bring big laughs to relatively small venues. The shows in late August include one that prioritizes women and queer comedians and another that features comics from West Philly. A DIY comedy club in Old City has a show that includes a former Philly's Phunniest Person winner, and Samantha Ruddy, a comedian who has performed on the late-night TV scene, headlines the latest Tattooed Momedy show.
91-Year-Old Glen Mills School Murder Conviction Overturned
Glen Mills School, Vida Robare, Sam Lemon, Alexander McClay Williams' niece (left) and great niece. A Common Pleas judge overturned a 91-year-old murder conviction for a Glen Mills School teen who was executed for the crime on June 8, 1931. The family of Alexander McClay Williams has been working to...
‘A first step, but a significant step’: Grant to help restore libraries in Philly schools
Funding cuts and downsizing over the years have reduced the ranks of Philadelphia school librarians to only a handful. But the school district is hoping to change that with a new federal grant.
P!NK at the Linc, Hootie & the Blowfish, more things to do in Philly
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It's time to "Raise Your Glass," Philly, because the weekend is here! The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances by musical legends like P!NK, Boyz II Men, Hootie & the Blowfish and Dierks Bentley all happening this weekend. Are you in the mood for a different kind of live performance? Check out the Philadelphia Folk Festival, Philadelphia Caribbean Festival, or the Festival of India. Are you looking for something with some humor? Maybe The Toast's swirly summer live podcast show or Iliza Shlesinger's standup spectacular is just what you need.Check out all those events and more as we...
Water main break causes flooding in Philly's Manayunk neighborhood
A large water main break caused flooding in Philadelphia’s Manayunk neighborhood Friday afternoon. The water main break began shortly before 2 p.m. along Carson and Main streets. SkyForce10 showed a portion of the area flooded as well as a responding firetruck. The Philadelphia Water Department responded to the scene,...
Driver cooperating with police after woman struck, killed while getting out of stopped vehicle
One of the drivers being sought in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section is cooperating with police, according to officials.Tahtiana Diggs, 24, was struck and killed on Thursday around 3:42 a.m. in the 4300 block of N. Front Street.Diggs was hit by at least one vehicle after she fell while exiting a vehicle she was traveling in with family members, according to police.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 know they struck a person," Philadelphia Police Captain Mark...
Supporting a local small business
Hoagie man Dennis Fink is a loyal customer of Tate’s Good Food Restaurant, and he recently invited all of his customers to enjoy Sunday breakfast with him. Fink owns Fink’s Hoagies, 4633 Princeton Ave. in Tacony. Tate’s is at 8419 Torresdale Ave. in Holmesburg. Fink said small...
Lottery ticket worth over $671K sold in Pennsylvania
Another day, another win for some lottery player in Pennsylvania. While the winnings this time were nowhere near that Powerball jackpot someone else recently scored, they’re still pretty sweet. A according to a press release sent out by the Pennsylvania Lottery on Wednesday, someone certainly struck it rich after...
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