The latest news around the Philadelphia region from KYW Newsradio.
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Host Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio reporters recap the biggest news in Philadelphia each week. Catch up on what you missed and dig deeper into the top stories.
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Inside Philadelphia sports with the Delaware Valley's most-respected team of sports reporters and broadcasters.
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Unique and unexpected stories out of Philadelphia. Made here, for everyone. Hosted and produced by Brian Seltzer and Sabrina Boyd-Surka.
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Join me, Mark Silvester, as I review a particular wrestler or PPV! I I do reviews, reactions and lets-play to name a few: • CM Punk Matches PPV by PPV. • Wrestling of the Month. • Big Four PPV Review. • Reactions. • Know Yor Wrestling Shorts. • Retro Rivalries. Specials: • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. • Freddie Mercury/Queen. • Bottom. • Chelsea FC.
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A legal victory for the Dave McCormick campaign as ballots are being recounted in the U-S Senate race here in Pennsylvania.The state Supreme Court issues a ruling clarifying that any mail-in-or absentee ballots that doesn't meet the election code cannot be counted. As KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports...The ruling comes as bickering bet…
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The latest on SEPTA union contract talks, 76ers arena proposal reaches Council, looking out for holiday scammers
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Public transportation commuters throughout the Philadelphia area have been in a state of limbo for the past week, as SEPTA and its thousands of bus, train, and trolley operators continue contract talks. Why is SEPTA “hopeful” a resolution can be reached without a strike? What should riders do if the mass transit company’s multiple unions follow thr…
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Three young men have been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted last week in the 2021 shooting deaths of two teens on the streets of West Philadelphia.KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin reports. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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SEPTA’s city transit workers remain on the job as contract negotiations continue. Talks have ended for today without a deal. They will resume on Wednesday. We get the update from KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo.
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The New Jersey Department of Transportation says from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday through Friday the curve just after exit 28 southbound will be shut down as part of the continuing work of the Direct Connect project.(photo credit: Getty Images)
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The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office says Eric Williams admitted to sexually assaulting a woman who was asleep at the Atlantic City bus terminal in May 2022. It was caught on surveillance video. (photo credit: Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office)
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With 100+ dogs in desperate need of adoption, ACCT Philly is forced to 'time stamp' some for euthanasia
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Philadelphia’s only open in-take animal shelter is in dire need of help. It’s being forced to euthanize dogs because of lack of space. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports ACCT Philly needs adopters and there’s an incentive for animal rescue organizations in the region to take larger dogs.Image credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio…
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More than a dozen people in Delaware County are homeless today, after a three alarm fire, yesterday (Sunday), that destroyed a number of row homes.As KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us a community is pulling together to help those who lost all their belongings.Image credit: Justin Udo/KYW Newsradio
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A new dog breed made its debut over the weekend at the National Dog Show, which took place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County.Introduced at the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's show was 5-year-old Kanji, a Lancashire heeler. The breed, now recognized by the American Kennel Club, is described as intelligent, alert and fr…
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As SEPTA continues negotiations with city transit workers, it is also talking with the union representing bus drivers in the suburbs and Norristown High Speed line operators. Their contract expires at midnight. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez has the story from the Gulph Mills Station in Montgomery County.…
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Two 15-year-olds were shot hours apart from one another in Philadelphia on Sunday.The first shooting happened shortly before 5 p.m. near 29th and West Cumberland streets in Strawberry Mansion.A 15-year-old girl was injured. She was taken to the hospital, where she is in stable condition.Then, around 7:30 p.m., a 15-year-old boy was dropped off at t…
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Philadelphia voters may once again be asked to eliminate the provision in the city charter that requires city officials to resign before they can run for another office. A bill introduced in City Council last week would put the question on the ballot next year. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports a bill introduced in City Counci…
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Young physicians from Philadelphia are working to help solve a major problem for the unhoused. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
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CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what year-end money moves you should consider making, and highlights ways to rebalance your investment accounts. (Illustration by Getty Images)
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It's Marathon Week in Philadelphia. Sunday morning, many participants took part in a special run to make sure they’re primed and ready to go for the big race next weekend.KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo was there.Image credit: Justin Udo/KYW Newsradio
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Two years of improvements are finished at SEPTA Regional Rail stations at Philadelphia International Airport
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Riders on SEPTA's Airport Line may notice improved surroundings when they arrive at PHL. We get the story from KYW's Mike DeNardo.Image credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio
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The fundraising goal has been met and the countdown to Paris is on for 10 scholars from YESPhilly Accelerated High School in North Philly. KYW's Shara Dae Howard has the details. (photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)
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Montgomery County is now under a burn ban. This means you are not allowed to set open fires like camp fires. County officials say the ban will be in place for 30 days. It's to try to avoid wildfires as we deal with these dry conditions. A Red Flag Warning had been issued to our entire area on Saturday, but it's now lifted. Image credit: Getty Image…
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Several people remain in the hospital after a devastating house fire in Bucks County. It happened early Saturday morning in a duplex in Langhorne on West Richardson Avenue. Fire officials say one person was found unconscious on the second floor of the home and rescued by a firefighter. Two of the victims suffered serious injuries. Langhorne-Middlet…
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COMMENTARY: As Americans grow more polarized, local journalism holds hope for a future with balanced news
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KYW Special Contributor Larry Kane has this commentary about what role the press should play going forward.Image credit: Getty Images
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A 41-year-old man is dead after a shooting Saturday night at East Cheltenham and Harbison Avenues -- that's right at the edge of the Frankford and Wissinoming neighborhoods of the city. The man was reportedly shot and then rushed to an area hospital and pronounced died less than 30 minutes later. Police say they have not recovered a weapon and an i…
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'Food drive on two wheels' brings out competitive side of Philly bike community to benefit Philabundance
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Dozens of people in Fishtown grabbed their bikes to race for a good cause. The event, called Cranksgiving, is a unique food drive just in time for the holiday season. KYW's Sunny Morgan was there.Image credit: Getty Images
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President-elect Donald Trump has already named a number of his planned Cabinet appointees, offering some insight into the kind of administration he will run in his second term. And so far, it appears that loyalty is king. KYW Newsradio’s Nigel Thompson gets more from a political science expert. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)…
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Officials in Montgomery County have charged a man with the attempted murder of a police officer. The incident happened in Pottstown on Friday. The Montgomery County District Attorney's Office says William Ciccoli Jr. tried to take Cpl. Anthony Fischer's gun during a domestic disturbance call. According to officials, cops were sent to Ciccoli's apar…
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New Jersey lawmakers have advanced legislation that would prevent gamblers from placing prop bets on individual players in college games. More from KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
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People’s Light theater in Malvern is hosting a workshop on supporting queer and trans youth in conjunction with an upcoming holiday show. KYW Newsradio’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka has more. (Photo credit: Eve Trojanov)
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Two people were killed in separate car crashes in Philadelphia early Saturday morning.Around 3:30 a.m. in North Philadelphia, police said a suspected drunk driver hit and killed a woman on Lehigh Avenue, near Germantown Avenue.Officials said the driver did not have her lights on, and she hit a 58-year-old woman and her husband as they were crossing…
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A police officer was shot while trying to break up a domestic argument on Friday in Pottstown. A suspect is in custody. (Photo credit: NBC10)
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Philadelphia’s Christmas tree has arrived at City Hall. But will the recent drought have an impact on tree farms in the region as the holidays get closer? KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo spoke with a farmer who says the trees are healthy, but offers advice on how to care for your tree in this dry season once you bring it home.Listen to The Week in Phill…
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The fall drought drying out the Philadelphia region and the larger Northeast corridor of the United States has sparked a historic surge in wildfires, particularly in New Jersey. From Camden County in the south to Passaic County in the north, officials have advised residents to take caution, despite there being limited information available about th…
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Come on, let’s sing it! An American holiday classic: “It’s the most vulnerable time…of the year!” At least that’s what the Federal Trade Commission says. Over the next month, the agency figures to be about as busy as the sleigh-riding big fella himself. KYW Newsradio Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams details scams new and old that consumer…
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The AP called Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race for Republican Dave McCormick, but Democrat Bob Casey hasn’t conceded, and it’s so close that it’s likely to trigger an automatic recount. Meanwhile, some state Legislature seats did flip, but the numbers remain the same with a Republican Senate majority and Democratic House majority. Why didn’t the dow…
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Earlier this fall, Philadelphia Mayor Charelle Parker announced she was all in on the 76ers’ proposed plans for a new arena on East Market Street. But what about Philadelphia City Council? Where do its members stand? With a key, Sixers-imposed deadline just weeks away, KYW Newsradio City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb checks in following the first roun…
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SEPTA contract negotiations have been ongoing this week, hoping to avoid a strike. But the transit company is in a tough financial position, and this week they proposed two rounds of fare hikes to make up for the budget gap. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo explains how prices and service could change in the coming months.Listen to The Week in Philly o…
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As Donald Trump gets set to transition to a second term in office, his pronouncements on a whole lot of key issues are already in focus as his promises turn into policy. KYW’s Nigel Thompson caught up with some people who rallied at Philadelphia City Hall, promising to fight the good fight.(Photo credit: Nigel Thompson)…
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It will be another divided legislature for Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, as Democrats keep their slim majority in the state House and Republicans hold the majority in the state Senate. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert takes a look at Shapiro's overview of the upcoming legislative session.(photo credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)…
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Gerald Spoto, a 42-year-old Levittown man, is sentenced for sexually abusing children when he worked for an after school program in the early 2000s. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(photo credit: Bucks County District Attorney's Office)
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A person and a dog bitten by a fox in Gloucester Township last week are under treatment for rabies exposure. KYW's John McDevitt looks into it.(photo credit: Getty Images)
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Philadelphia police are searching for a group of people caught on video assaulting a woman during a rowdy illegal car meetup in South Philly nearly two months ago.KYW's Sunny Morgan has the details.(photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)
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After a major rent increase, Newtown-based nonprofit Alpha Bravo Canine needs a new permanent training facility. KYW's John McDevitt reports.(photo credit: Getty Images)
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Despite the threat of a strike, SEPTA CEO ‘still hopeful’ while contract negotiations carry on
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A week after the expiration of their contract, SEPTA’s 5,000 bus train and trolley operators are still on the job. Despite the possibility of a strike, outgoing SEPTA General Manager Leslie Richards said it’s encouraging that negotiations toward a new contract are still ongoing. KYW’s Mike DeNardo reports.(photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio…
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The type of content children watch matters, and a Temple University Professor says it’s time for creators of children’s programming to step up their game. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.(photo credit: Getty Images)
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As the holidays approach, many families in our area are struggling with putting food on the table. Officials from several organizations gathered in Camden to make sure they are all working together to better serve those in need. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.
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The nonprofit Cradles to Crayons has set a lofty goal as it attempts to keep kids in Philadelphia warm this winter. KYW Newsradio's community impact reporter Racquel Williams has more.
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Police announce arrest in connection with Fairmount Park mass shooting that killed 17-year-old girl
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Philadelphia police say they have arrested a suspect in connection with a mass shooting last summer that killed a 17-year-old girl and wounded four other people. KYW Newsradio's Pat Loeb reports.
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Chester County man sentenced for animal cruelty after dog found malnourished and missing a leg
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A Chester County man accused of abusing a dog, including amputating one of its legs, was sentenced earlier this week to 13 months to five years behind bars. KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin reports. (Photo provided by Chester County District Attorney's Office)
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The Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese realizes there's more work for the Birds to do, and much more to accomplish, but he tells KYW's Dave Uram why their 26-18 win over the Commanders on Thursday Night Football puts them in a good spot.
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A school bus and a pickup truck collided in Lower Moreland Township, Montgomery County Thursday night. A student was injured and crews had to rescue the driver of the truck, which was lodged under the bus. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (Photo credit: NBC10)
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New Jersey lawmakers are working to crack down on retail theft and hold leaders of organized crime groups accountable. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.
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