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NEA staff goes on strike; Biden cancels speech before group
The National Education Association Staff Organizations (NEASO) announced Friday it is going on strike, prompting President Biden to cancel a planned speech before the NEA’s convention. The NEASO said they were on an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike against the NEA headquarters in Washington, D.C., filing two ULP complaints with the National Labor Relations Board.…
3 Eagles on the Trade Block Heading Into Training Camp
The Philadelphia Eagles went from the No. 1 team in the entire NFL to the No. 2 team in the NFC East last year. They then went one-and-done in the postseason. Their free fall was frustrating and led to some changes in the offseason. Offensive coordinator Brian Johnson and defensive...
NTSB report cites unsecured gas tank to blame for crash in I-95 bridge collapse
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — According to a new National Transportation Safety Board report, an open cover on a gas tank may have caused the fire that led to the I-95 bridge collapse in Philadelphia. On June 11, 2023 a truck hauling gasoline crashed into the I-95 overpass and overturned causing...
Rumored 76ers free agent target comes with an alarming red flag
As the Philadelphia 76ers try to fill out the rest of the roster, a slew of names have been linked to them left and right in recent days, ranging from high-end role players to potential veteran minimum signings that profile as ideal fits next to their new, lethal Big Three in Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and now, Paul George.
Two flown after stabbing in Franklin County home, woman charged
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Two people had to be flown to the hospital after a stabbing Wednesday in a Franklin County home and one of them is facing charges, court documents state. Christina Schultz, 42, of Fayetteville, is accused of stabbing a man after he told her to...
4 suspects sought after attempted purse robbery turns violent in North Philadelphia
Police are looking for four people accused in a violent robbery.New surveillance images were released Friday of the June 23 incident on North Broad Street in North Philadelphia.The suspects include four males and two females.Police say the two female suspects tried stealing another woman's purse.When her friend intervened, all four suspects assaulted that friend.Police also say three of the suspects were also involved in an assault earlier that same day in the 1500 block of Cecil B. Moore Avenue.Anyone with information is asked to call or text police at 215-686-TIPS (8477).RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
60-year-old plans rediscovered, reconsidered for The Ridge in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission has taken interest in long-abandoned development plans for The Ridge. During a meeting on Monday, copies of the 61-year-old plans for The Ridge, which is located at 3984 Menoher Blvd, were laid out before members of the commission, according to our media partners at The Tribune-Democract. […]
Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List recently published by Forbes, including one, Jeff Yass (inset), CEO of Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd, who broke the top 100. Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires...
Walk for recovery aims to raise awareness about sober living
The road to recovery isn’t always easy, but Dylan McKinney is stepping up to not only share his recovery story, but also to raise awareness and funds to help his community. “If you are someone in recovery, you can’t help but feel a sense of gratitude and a sense that you want to help others […]
Trea Turner gave us another one of his classic smooth slides vs. Cubs
Trea Turner is the king of slides. You know this. MLB fans love when he slides into a base, and then pops up casually. The Philadelphia Phillies shortstop is just the smoothest. It happened again on July 4th, a perfect time to be smooth as heck. Turner was on his way home when a throw came in from center field. It was a close one, so he took the outside route, touched with his left hand, slid and popped up. Of course, he simply walked away as if it was nothing. Trea Turner. Smoothest guy there is. Check this out: 🚨Trea Turner cool slide alert pic.twitter.com/Lx2V6a0VGS — Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) July 4, 2024 Trea Turner slides remain as smooth as ever 😎 pic.twitter.com/HMAeivwULe — MLB (@MLB) July 4, 2024 More MLB!Diamondbacks announcer rightfully loses his mind at Christian Walker owning the DodgersTrent Grisham got rightfully booed by Yankees fans for the laziest effort on a grounder to centerReds beat Yankees in a classic national anthem standoff on July 4th
Disappointing Phillies prospect the biggest faller in MLB Pipeline Top 100 update
A new update of MLB Pipeline's Top 100 prospect rankings is now out, and the Philadelphia Phillies are well-represented on the list. Five players rank in the Top 100 prospects in baseball, including Andrew Painter (No. 19), Aidan Miller (No. 27), Justin Crawford (No. 55), Starlyn Caba (No. 88) and Mick Abel (No. 93).
Fireworks on Saturday at Lawncrest Rec
The 107th annual Lawncrest fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 6, at dusk at Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. The show should start between 8:25 and 8:45 p.m. All are welcome. A snack stand will be open from noon to 10:30 p.m. to benefit the Lawncrest...
‘This is not normal’: Mayor Parker promises help after Kingsessing mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 8 others injured
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker traveled to Southwest Philadelphia and joined other city leaders at the scene of a mass shooting in Philadelphia’s Kingsessing neighborhood. Nine people were...
Free outdoor movies this summer in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are hosting free movie nights this summer and fall. Several movies are presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society’s Movies on the Block. So, grab a chair or blanket and head to your local park or playground to watch a free outdoor movie with friends and neighbors.
Police arrest six protesters after 4th of July flags, decorations set on fire in Philadelphia
CENTER CITY - Philadelphia police announced the arrests of six people following protests outside City Hall on the Fourth of July where they say an officer was assaulted. Police say officers were monitoring a pro-Palestinian protest group when the group stopped near 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. That’s when police say protesters began to set decorative items and flags on fire in the street.
Jason and Kylie Kelce Raise Nearly $1 Million for Important Cause: ‘We Are So Proud’
Jason and Kylie Kelce are having one heck of a charitable summer. Spearheaded by the Kelces, the fourth annual Team 62 fundraiser benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation raised over $865,000 in just two days. “The enthusiasm and generosity around this event never ceases to amazing (sic) me,” Kylie, 32, boasted via Instagram on Wednesday, July […]
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