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Jackson Prep graduate makes MLB debut
PHILADELPHIA (WLBT) – Brandon native and Jackson Prep graduate Will Warren made his Major League Baseball debut for the New York Yankees Tuesday, facing the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Warren, who was an 8th round draft pick by the Yankees in the 2021 MLB Draft...
CNN’s Harry Enten Declares That Josh Shapiro Is ‘Clearly’ Democrats’ Best VP Candidate: ‘An Answer Is Just Staring You Straight in the Face’
CNN senior data reporter Harry Enten called Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Kamala Harris’s best potential running mate from an electoral perspective on Tuesday, musing that the answer is staring her “straight in the face.”. “Nationally, a lot of these guys aren’t particularly well known. So I think it’s...
Kevin Saint Clair Scholarship Fund Created at Ben to the Shore Bike Ride
Last November in Philadelphia, Kevin Saint Clair was struck by a car and killed while riding his bicycle home. Kevin, a teacher and former National Team rower, was a beloved teammate, coach and friend. On Sunday, July 21st, a group of his rowing friends participated in the 37th Annual Ben to the Shore, a 65-mile ride from Philadelphia's Ben Franklin Bridge to Atlantic City's Showboat Casino. The group of twenty riders raised more than $33k. The ride benefits the Families Behind the Badge Children's Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit which Kevin and his family have long supported. Team Kevin placed 8th in overall fundraising - competing against more than 100 teams' and 2300 riders.
Philly police announce arrest, release surveillance video in car break-ins
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are continuing to warn car owners to be on alert amid a string of car break-ins and vandalism across the city. Though the police say the city is down 1,000 in theft from autos, we still have more than 6,000 car break-ins across the city. Police...
Philadelphia’s Landlord-Tenant Office ceases eviction operations, faced with new license, insurance requirements
Philadelphia Municipal Court has ordered the city’s Landlord-Tenant Office to cease eviction operations until it can comply with the newly passed Angel Davis Eviction Accountability Act.
Philadelphia mother shares family story to help others celebrate transgender loved ones
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Sometimes, the beginning of the story is before you turn to the first page. "Neither one of us had the language of transgender. I didn't know what that was," nadeen "mothasistah" herring said. "He didn't say I feel like I want to be; he said I am your son and I want to be treated as your son and I want my brothers to see me as their brother."She remembers when her son, Z, shared with her that he is transgender. "This is not temporary. This is not fleeting. This is who your child is," herring said. Navigating that truth...
New York Atlas Back On Track
It didn’t take long for the New York Atlas to get back on track. Coming up with a huge turnover from Jeff Teat and Myles Jones cooking the one-on-one defensive coverage. The Atlas getting things going on offense as Connor Shellenberger scores a huge goal. Michael Sowers then would respond for the Waterdogs by taking the ball to the hole. New York however playing outstanding in the first quarter with great ball movement, guys like Trevor Baptiste getting the open look and putting up a pair of goals early this game.
Fulton Bank closing at least 9 branches in Southern New Jersey
Published reports say Fulton Bank will be closing at least nine branches across South Jersey over the coming weeks but customers likely won't have to travel too far for access to their money. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the closures come after Fulton took over Republic Bank, which failed...
$26 Million Ex-Sixer Goes Off on Ben Simmons in F-Bomb Tirade
The Ben Simmons situation was quite a sight back in 2021. His refusal to play for the Philadelphia 76ers certainly left an impression on those who had to watch, including former Sixer Georges Niang. Niang did not hold back on his true feelings about Simmons while talking with Richard Jefferson...
Key takeaways from Stan Drayton's first press conference of the fall
The kickoff of the 2024 Temple football season is just a month away and, for the first time since the spring, the Owls took the practice field on Tuesday. With new faces all over the field, Temple ...
Engineering School graduate student Matthew Hoyt died June 24
School of Engineering and Applied Science graduate student Matthew Hoyt died on June 24. Vice Provost for University Life Karu Kozuma and Engineering School Dean Vijay Kumar notified members of the master of computer and information technology program of Hoyt’s passing in a July 19 email sent on behalf of Interim Penn President Larry Jameson and Provost John Jackson Jr.
Segment of Blair Mill Rd in Upper Moreland closed due to downed wires
The Upper Moreland Township Police Department announced at 8:15pm on Tuesday, July 30 that Blair Mill Road in the Horsham section of the township is closed between Easton and Broadway due to downed wires. Police said that PECO is on scene and that power disruptions may occur in the area.
Abington resident named assistant coach for U.S. U18 Men’s Hockey team | Abington, Cheltenham youths compete in 2024 AAU Junior Olympics
Chad Kolarik, an Abington resident, has been named an assistant coach for the U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team, USA Hockey announced today. Previously, Kolarik served as an assistant coach of the gold-medal winning 2023 U.S Under-18 Men’s National Team. An alum of USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program...
4th suspected member of retail theft ring 'Diaper Crew' turns himself in to Philadelphia police
The fourth member of an alleged retail theft ring, dubbed the 'Diaper Crew' by Philadelphia police, turned himself in on Monday.Video in the player above is from a previous report.Authorities announced that Rahmir Johnson is facing charges of retail theft and other offenses after turning himself in.Byron Jordan-Prince, Lytrell Scott, and Daquan Johnson were all arrested on Friday in connection with these incidents.In total, authorities believe the group is responsible for 25 retail thefts and two retail robberies. Police say they got away with merchandise worth more than $14,000.Their name comes from one of the main items they stole.They mainly targeted Family Dollars, Dollar Generals, and Rite Aids all over Philadelphia.According to police, the suspects would walk into stores hiding large pillowcases, laundry bags, or trash bags. Then, they fill them up with diapers, batteries, and coffee.Police believe Johnson is the ring leader of the group. He is being held on $250,000 bail.
How a developer's massive Route 70 building project in Cherry Hill will restore the environment.
A developer of two hotels and a restaurant on Route 70 in Cherry Hill spent four years navigating newly expanded New Jersey environmental rules and local zoning law before getting the go-ahead to build. The Township approved the plan this month, and the natural setting in an area around a...
Fugitive Who Drove High On Cocaine In Deadly Wall Twp. Crash Arrested In Philly: Prosecutors
Thomas Redding, 45, was arrested in Philadelphia on Monday, July 29, Monmouth County First Assistant Prosecutor Julia Alonso said in a news release. He was facing charges in a deadly crash in Wall Township on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Wall Township police responded to a three-vehicle crash near the intersection...
Lucas Ford in Burlington becomes Johnson Ford
In a media release last month, KJohnson Enterprises announced the purchase of Lucas Ford, in Burlington, making founder Kevin Johnson the first African-American Ford dealership owner in the region. “I am honored to take the helm of Lucas Ford and continue the legacy of excellence that the dealership is known...
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