New portraits honor victims of violence in Philadelphia, help families heal
Murals now on display in Center City Philadelphia are helping bring healing to families who have lost loved ones to violence.
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Murals now on display in Center City Philadelphia are helping bring healing to families who have lost loved ones to violence.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and representatives from Mural Arts Philadelphia unveiled new artwork that honors those lost to violence. Families were there to talk about their loved ones who have died.
By HughE Dillon
By HughE Dillon
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Debra Austin was the first Black woman to join the New York City Ballet and became the first Black ballerina to become a principal dancer at a major ballet company – today known as the Philadelphia Ballet. Now she's retuning to receive an award for artistic achievement and educate young students, Wakisha Bailey reports.
A Delaware County nonprofit is helping children who are mourning the loss of a loved one.
A nonprofit in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, gives kids grieving a loss access to free art therapy and counseling.
Tai Corrienté Baucom's "Philly Votes: Legacy in Bloom" is at 57th and Walnut streets in West Philadelphia.
Tai Corrienté Baucom's first mural, "Legacy in Bloom," is also the first permanent mural in the city of Philadelphia themed around voting. "It's been a wonderful experience," she said. Jim Donovan and Janelle Burrell chatted with the artist to hear more ahead of the mural's dedication on Tuesday morning.
Street artist, Get Up, created the "Dancing Kelce" and his work can now be seen throughout Philly. His work even got the attention of the former Eagles center himself.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumna: Jilly from Philly.
A Phillies mural is going up on the side of a garage bar in Fishtown. You can see the likeness of Bryson Stott, Brandon Marsh and Alec Bohm are already painted on the side of the building. Go Phils!
A new exhibit inside the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington, D.C., will feature work from a Camden County retired officer.
Police officers see the good and bad in our communities on a daily basis and for many of them, art is a way to not only process trauma but also express individuality. Ryan Hughes reports on a new exhibit at a museum that will feature the work of a retired officer from Camden County.
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Philadelphia and Irish Weekend down at the Jersey Shore. Read about those events and much more in our latest weekend guide for the Philadelphia area.
By HughE Dillon
The Franklin Institute in Center City is celebrating its 200th anniversary with two new exhibits opening this fall which will showcase the museum's most beloved artifacts. The iconic heart will now be the centerpiece of the "Body Odyssey.” Guests will be able to explore hundreds of rare artifacts spanning two centuries of science and technology. The new exhibits will open on November 23.
The exhibit "Wherever There Is Light" focuses on the impacts of mass incarceration. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Opera Philadelphia is offering $11 tickets with the goal of making their art more accessible to everyone.
Take a look inside The F.I.R.M., a new museum in Germantown that shines a light on those who were formerly incarcerated.
With politics taking center stage in Chicago this week, artist Sheryl Oring is helping people write letters to the next president.
Artist Sheryl Oring is in Chicago using a typewriter and postcards to write down what strangers say when she asks one question: “If I were the president, what would you wish to say to me?” Oring, formerly dean of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, calls the project "I Wish to Say."
The artist behind "ShamCow" graffiti popping up around Philadelphia knows his work is illegal, but explains why he wants to keep spreading his signature across the city.
Samsung's Frame TV isn't the only art TV out there. So is it still the best?
Here's how to donate to the 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon, supporting RMHC houses in Philadelphia, Delaware and South Jersey.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Here's how to donate to the 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon, supporting RMHC houses in Philadelphia, Delaware and South Jersey.
The Poconos could get up to 8 inches of snow Thursday into Friday, and Philadelphia could see some flurries and rainy mix, along with bitter cold temps.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
The panel expressed concern about traffic causing issues for people getting to Jefferson Hospital, which would be near the Sixers' new arena.
Murals now on display in Center City Philadelphia are helping bring healing to families who have lost loved ones to violence.
Questions remain about how a middle school student was able to bring a kitchen knife into school and stab two educators.
Pennsylvania's high court says Philadelphia can't impose stricter firearms regulations than are authorized under state law.
The rainfall expected to hit South Jersey is a welcome relief as wildfires rage and water storage levels drop.
A 13-year-old born with arthrogryposis is receiving treatment at the Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey in Camden.
A second teenager was charged with arson for their role in sparking a wildfire in Evesham, New Jersey, that burned 52 acres.
The New Jersey Department of Health says it found multiple violations at Medford Care Center. The owner disputes those allegations.
Denise Hall, 65, of Gloucester Township, will run her 100th half marathon this Saturday as part of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
Zack Wheeler finished second in voting for the NL Cy Young Award, which was won by Chris Sale of the Braves on Wednesday night.
The 74-year-old comedian was badly injured.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service is coming to the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
SEPTA and two unions representing its workers have reached a tentative labor agreement that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata and Brandon Graham were at Chickie's and Pete's in South Philly to raise for veterans as a part of the Salute to Service Initiative.
The tragic incident in West Oak Lane left a couple in their 70s and a suspected shooter dead, according to police.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert because of heavy rain and gusty winds moving in overnight. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast, including when parts of the region could see some snow.
Ahead of Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, a runner who survived cancer is talking to the community about the importance of screenings and early detection.