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Former Philadelphia councilwoman Joan Levy Specter dies at age 90
Former Philadelphia councilwoman Joan Specter has died at 90 years old. She passed away peacefully in her Haverford home on Saturday, June 29th from complications with dementia. Apart from serving four terms on the city council, she was an entrepreneur, gourmet baker, and wife to the late U.S. Senator Arlen Specter. Specter focused on non-partisan […]
Record breaking travel numbers expected as people go on vacation
AAA is predicting record-breaking travel numbers surrounding the 4th of July. Across the country, over 70 million people are expected to hit the roads over the next weeks. Because travel is expected to be spread out, not everyone is drive to their destination on the same days. Still–AAA recommends drivers leave as early as possible, […]
FCC proposal prevents phone service providers from locking in consumers
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed a new rule that requires carriers to make cell phones unlockable within 60 days after purchase. The purpose of this is to make it easier for users to switch from one wireless service provider to another. This new policy will help put the power back into the consumer’s hands […]
The Philadelphia Zoo is 150 today!
Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating its 150th anniversary today! The zoo plans to have different family-friendly activities with 150th-themed animal habitats. Wawa Welcome America will be hosting the anniversary just outside the zoo from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. with free food samples, performances, face painting, arts and crafts, games, and more. “Philadelphia Zoo has […]
The Philadelphia Zoo is 150 today!
Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating its 150th anniversary today! The zoo plans to have different family-friendly activities with 150th-themed animal habitats. Wawa Welcome America will be hosting the anniversary just outside the zoo from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. with free food samples, performances, face painting, arts and crafts, games, and more. “Philadelphia Zoo has […]
NJ Transit fare to increase by 15%
New Jersey Transit fares are increasing by 15% starting today. This comes as an effort to ease NJ Transit financial deficit. Many commuters are not happy with the increase in fare after recent train and bus delays. The video above is a report by PHL17’s Tyrone Sharper when NJ Transit board of directors approved the […]
Jennifer Lewis-Hall’s Early Birthday Surprise at PHL17
Talk about birthday surprises! Check this out! A birthday song is always special. But this one was delivered in person via a real-life “singing telegram” to our Jennifer Lewis-Hall. And while it’s hard to surprise Jen, this one blew her away. As she prepared to celebrate, her lifelong best friend had a singing telegram company […]
How to perform CPR to keep your friends and family safe this summer
The American Heart Association says surviving a heart attack often depends on someone performing CPR, but a recent study suggests that many don’t receive CPR because not enough people know how to perform it. Fire chief Tom Kane and paramedic lieutenant Pat Carey stopped by the PHL17 studio to teach the importance of CPR.
Hot Wheels Legend Tour makes a stop in Philadelphia
The Hot Wheels Legends Tour is a global competition that challenges builders, visionaries, and people in the automotive world to come together for a chance to have their passion projects immortalized by Hot Wheels. “It’s a car show that Hot Wheels puts on where we invite people to bring their crazy customized cars for a […]
Fatal crash on Route 422 closes roadway in both directions
State Route 422 is currently closed in both directions following a fatal collision that occurred between an SUV and a tractor-trailer in Lower Providence Township. Pennsylvania State Police say the truck veered off from the westbound lanes of 422, crossed the median, and struck the SUV in the Eastbound lanes. The SUV fell off the […]
MADD outlines impaired driving risks for July Fourth
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the July Fourth holiday is one of the most dangerous holiday’s for the country’s roadways and waterways. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) outlined some of the biggest risks. The latest data available from 2022 showed that nearly 500 people were killed over the holiday weekend. In an […]
Be a farmer for a day at Rose Bridge Farm and Sanctuary
Dresher, PA – The Rose Bridge Farm and Animal Sanctuary allows a range of farm animals to restore their lives in a peaceful, loving environment before finding a forever home, and allows people to try their hand at caring for them. Sharon Mathers, the Glamping and Workshops Manager at Rose Bridge, shares, “People that come […]
Man charged with murder after allegedly beating toddler to death in Chester County
A man has been arrested and charged with murder in Chester County, Pennsylvania, after allegedly punching a 21-month-old boy in the stomach so hard that it killed the toddler, according to investigators. 30-year-old Enrique Lopez Gomez of West Grove, Pennsylvania, is charged with third-degree murder, Involuntary Manslaughter, endangering the welfare of a child, and other […]
Governor Murphy meets again with Amtrak, NJ Transit after more nightmare commutes
NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) — Recent painful commute delays along the Northeast Corridor were repeated labeled “unacceptable” by Governor Phil Murphy and other officials during a briefing on Thursday in Newark. “The service has been unacceptable, that is a unanimous opinion,” said Murphy (D-New Jersey). “The commitment, the absolute commitment to both organizations from our office […]
Taco Bell joins the value meal wars
Taco Bell is joining the value meal race, and they introduced the “Luxe Craving Box.” The meal includes a Chalupa Supreme, a Double Stacked Taco, a 5-Layer Burrito, along chips with nacho cheese and a medium drink for $7. This is a 55% discount over the individual prices of all those items if bought separately. […]
NJ police officer deemed a hero after fire rescue
In Evesham Township, a New Jersey police officer is being called a hero for rescuing an elderly couple from a burning home. The rescue was all caught on his body cam. The video shows Officer Kevin Long directing the woman to safety outside. After guiding the woman, he went deeper into the house to rescue […]
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