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Philadelphia Police Investigate Increase in South Philly Car Vandalisms
Nineteen vehicles were vandalized in South Philadelphia, causing alarm and concern among residents. The Philadelphia police are investigating the incidents, and locals hope for increased security and swift justice. Key Takeaways:. Nineteen cars were vandalized in South Philadelphia in one night. Residents feel unsafe and are demanding more security measures.
Philadelphia weather: Rounds of rain, storms expected throughout the week
PHILADELPHIA - A muggy Monday with afternoon and evening showers will set the tone for a pattern of unsettled weather that forecasters believe will clear up by the weekend. FOX 29's Sue Serio expects showers to move into the parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey around 3 p.m. and continue to cover most of the region overnight.
Police SUV with lights, sirens on collides with car in West Philadelphia, police say
At least one person was checked out for any possible injuries after a police SUV with its sirens on and their car collided in West Philadelphia's Cobbs Creek neighborhood Monday morning. The crash happened at the intersection of South 57th and Larchwood streets around 6:10 a.m. on July 22, 2024,...
Becahi and Lehigh wrestling great Darian Cruz took wild ride to become an Olympian
Darian Cruz didn’t have a long time to celebrate qualifying for the Olympics, at least not at first. Cruz, who won back-to-back PIAA Class 2A individual wrestling titles at Bethlehem Catholic in 2012-13 and a national championship at Lehigh University in 2017, will represent Puerto Rico at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris after a 3-0 run at the Pan Am Olympic Qualifier on March 1.
Ardmore’s history recognized by statewide origination
LOWER MERION — Recently, the Ardmore Initiative was one of several organizations that were recognized by the Pennsylvania Downtown Center (PDC) during the organization’s annual statewide Townie Awards gala. The Townie Awards are a tradition designed to recognize the commonwealth’s core communities and individuals for creating and implementing...
Frankie Beverly, Philly music legend, says farewell in final hometown concert
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. After more than 50 years of performances and shows, legendary R&B artist Frankie Beverly performed his final concert in his hometown of Philadelphia. Beverly closed out his “Farewell...
Walker & Dunlop Secures $285M Refinancing for Two Class A Temple University Student Housing Properties
BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2024-- Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today the closure of a $285,500,000 refinancing for Vantage and The View at Montgomery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The two student housing properties are located on Temple University’s campus and represent one of the largest student housing financings closed thus far in 2024. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240722910532/en/ Vantage Apartments (Photo: Business Wire)
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...
WATCHING THE SKIES | July 22-28, 2024 | Pluto lines up with Earth and sun
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Brad Klein reviews the week’s astronomical highlights with Bethlehem’s ‘Backyard Astronomy Guy,’ Marty McGuire. This week the dwarf planet, Pluto. It would be an ideal week to view Pluto from Earth, due to its position in its orbit. But sadly, it's too far away, and too small for casual viewing.
Philadelphia is One of the Best Large U.S. Cities for Economic Growth, According to New Study
Certain U.S. cities have emerged as beacons of prosperity and growth as the nation continues to navigate the complexities of a post-pandemic world, writes Andreea Neculae for CoworkingCafe. Philadelphia is one of those cities, as it has ranked as the 8th best large U.S. city for economic growth. CoworkingCafe recently...
Medical Report: Weight loss isn’t the only benefit of drugs like Ozempic, study says
Semaglutide is part of a group of drugs called GLP-1. It was originally developed to help people with diabetes control their blood sugar, but a new study details an additional benefit. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
ACCT Philly will pay families to foster animals to help with overcrowding concerns
Philadelphia, PA – ACCT Philly is addressing overcrowding concerns by paying people to foster animals. The organization’s new “Foster Frenzy” program is creating incentives for families to open their homes to shelter pets since the summer season is peek time for overcrowding. Foster families will receive $100 for caring for either an adult cat, or […]
Teen Mom Star Kailyn Lowry Reveals That She Purchased ‘20 Acres of Land’ in Delaware
Teen Mom star Kailyn Lowry has big plans! The reality star revealed that she had recently purchased a sizable piece of land and said that wants to build a large house on the property. “I am closing on 20 acres of land today,” Kailyn, 32, announced in a TikTok video posted on July 19. “They...
Wrongly Convicted Philadelphia Man Spent 11 Years In Prison for a Crime He Didn’t Commit, Now the Detective Who Coerced His False Confession Will Pay for His Crimes In Historical Verdict
A former Philadelphia Police homicide detective was found guilty of assaulting an innocent man more than a decade ago to obtain a false murder confession […] Wrongly Convicted Philadelphia Man Spent 11 Years In Prison for a Crime He Didn’t Commit, Now the Detective Who Coerced His False Confession Will Pay for His Crimes In Historical Verdict
Philadelphia Eagles training camp schedule for 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Training camp is here for the Philadelphia Eagles, who enter the 2024 season with plenty of questions after a disastrous end to 2023 and similar Super Bowl expectations. Rookies and veterans will report to NovaCare Complex for training camp on Tuesday.The Eagles enter training camp with significant changes to the coaching staff as Nick Sirianni enters a pivotal fourth year as head coach. The Birds will have a new starting center for the first time in more than a decade after Jason Kelce retired. Philadelphia enters camp with plenty of position battles to watch, including at right guard...
Update: Berks County under a flash flood warning Monday morning
On Monday at 6:07 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flash flood warning in effect until 7:30 a.m. for Berks County. "At 6:07 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated showers and thunderstorms that produced between 1 and 4.5 inches of rain across the warned area have weakened and mostly moved to the south and east. Portions of Route 422 in Exeter Township are closed due to flash flooding," according to the weather service. "This includes Interstate 176 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 3 and 11."
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