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Man, woman hospitalized after being shot in Kensington
Investigators are looking into a shooting in the city's Kensington section.It happened around 3 a.m. Sunday.Police say a 22-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man drove themselves to the hospital after being shot.The female victim is said to have suffered a gunshot wound to the head.Investigators later found a scene at Tioga and Harville streets, and determined that was where the victims were attacked.No word on their current conditions.So far no arrests have been made.
Two men injured after shooting outside house party in North Philadelphia
Two men are in the hospital after a shooting outside of a house party in North Philadelphia.It happened around 2 a.m. Sunday on the 3100 block of North Judson Street.According to police, the victims say they were standing outside an Airbnb house party when a gunman came up and fired at least 16 shots.The two men were struck at least once. They were taken to the hospital where they are listed in stable condition.This is an ongoing investigation. No arrests have been made.
Temple University warns parents, students of scam involving Temple Police impersonations
Temple University is issuing a warning to students and their parents about a scam involving someone pretending to be a Temple Police officer.The scammer has been calling parents, claiming their child has been arrested and requesting money via a payment app for their release.Fortunately, it appears that no one has fallen for the scam thus far.Temple University emphasizes that officers will never contact parents to request money.
Juvenile bicyclist stuck, killed crossing Route 13, police say
BRISTOL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A juvenile was struck by a pickup crossing Bristol Pike Saturday night and later died, according to police. The juvenile was crossing Route 13 (Bristol Pike) at the intersection with Beaver Dam Road around 8:45 p.m. when they were struck by a red 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 headed south.
Cannonball Festival goes further out on the Fringe
If the annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival is not enough, the adjacent Cannonball Festival is also bringing some of the most intriguing art and performers together this month. Cannonball will take center stage as the largest hub of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, offering independent performances from artists of every discipline at every stage of their careers.
LED billboard and discussion on single-use plastic ban on September 3rd agenda in Whitpain
On the September 3rd agenda for the Whitpain Township Board of Supervisors is a public hearing involving a LED advertising billboard facing the turnpike at 1625 Union Hill Road in Blue Bell (Whitpain Township) (pictured above) and a “public discussion” about a single-use plastics ordinance. You can view the full agenda here.
Thomas’ Pumpkin Spice Favorites Return for Fall
HORSHAM, PA — As autumn’s signature flavors return, Thomas’® is bringing back its beloved Pumpkin Spice English Muffins and Bagels. Available nationwide until November 2, these seasonal treats are now ready to spice up your breakfast routine. Crafted with real pumpkin puree and free from high...
Dominican boxer Euri Cedeño prepares for third fight of 2024 in Bethlehem
Dominican boxer Euri Cedeño is now part of the Kings Promotions family based in Reading, Pennsylvania. Cedeño, who remains undefeated with an impressive record of 9-0-1, has secured 8 wins by knockout, including his most recent victory where he dropped his opponent Dormedes Potes with a powerful body shot combination in the first round, leaving his opponent unable to continue.
Two Mikes and a Bill: Kelce podcast deal, Schuylkill River crash, weird habits
FOX 29's Mike Jerrick, Mike Greenridge and Bill Anderson talks this week's hottest topics, including weird habits, the Kelce brother's $100 million podcast deal and a couple crashes into Schuylkill River after "getting busy."
Arturo Sandoval closes a summer beach series with 'Rhythm & Soul'
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The Washington Post Ranks Doylestown Pizzeria Best in State for Neapolitan Slices
The Spuntino Wood Fired Pizzeria in Doylestown was named the best spot for Neapolitan-style pizza. A popular pizzeria in Doylestown has been listed as the best spot in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza and more. Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt all wrote about this and other pizza shops for The Washington Post.
Early goals, Blake and woodwork lead Union back to win column
Mikael Uhre and Tai Baribo both scored inside 15 minutes and Andre Blake and the woodwork did the rest in leading the Philadelphia Union to their fourth win on the road of the season in a 2-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night. Uhre found the...
Philly travelers strategically beat Labor Day Weekend rush
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- For the first time in two days, the lines have dwindled at Philly International Airport.Lori Petrashune says she strategically scheduled her flight to Portland, Oregon to avoid the Labor Day weekend rush."I thought Saturday would be a good day, I thought people would be flying out on Thursday and Friday, so yeah," said Petrashune, as she headed to the ticket counter.TSA says more than 17 million passengers are flying for the long weekend, which is the busiest ever for the holiday at airports.Michael Urban is also glad he waited until Saturday night to fly home to Florida."I...
Father shot dead while waiting for bus to work in Hunting Park; daughter pleas for help
A daughter still grieving the loss of her father six years later is hoping you can help solve his case.LaToya Scott lost her father, Barry Parks, to gun violence."I just feel like my dad's story is just like something that has been swept under the rug like he's just become another cold case, and it isn't fair because my dad was a great person," said Scott.On Tuesday, August 28, 2018, the 55-year-old was heading to work around 2:30 a.m. He was about to catch a bus at 6th Street and Erie Avenue in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section to go to...
Back to school: Community day provides kids with school supplies, valuable lessons in non-violence
LOGAN - An iconic Philadelphia artist is on a mission to keep kids safe as they head back to school. The local rapper is teamed up with community partners for a violence intervention and school supplies giveaway Saturday. "It’s hard," Hanif Muhammad, CEO of The Tough Luv Foundation, stated. "I...
Stolen car driver sparks series of crashes involving 2 Philadelphia police vehicles
Shay Jewels watched an unmarked Philadelphia police vehicle burst into flames just feet away from her house."It was crazy because I was really going to park there," she recalled.It happened on 9th Street and West Erie Avenue in Hunting Park after 11 p.m. on Friday."We heard a big crash and a boom, and we ran out the house," said Jewels.Police said officers followed a stolen Nissan Altima to that location, where it caused a Chevy Equinox to crash into the police car, and then the police car hit a pole and caught on fire.Police said one officer was taken to...
Photos of the Match | #NYRBvPHI
Philadelphia Union wrapped up August with a momentous road victory at rivals New York Red Bulls to extend their unbeaten streak to 14 against their biggest rival. Check out some of our favorite photos from the contest that took place in New Jersey on Saturday, August 31st.
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