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Philadelphia ends the year with 329 homicides. That's the highest number in the last four years. But Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey sees signs of hope amid the statistics.
Police commissioner Charles Ramsey has announced 36 command changes within the Philadelphia Police Department.
The City of Philadelphia has fully activated its emergency operations center, and three shelters were opened for city residents who have left their homes in advance of potential flooding from Hurricane Sandy.
One male is dead and several others were arrested after a brawl between two wedding parties Sunday morning at a hotel in Society Hill.
Chris reviews last nights debate with Ed Rendell, Newt Gingrich and Rick Satorum. He also gets expert analysis from John Hayward from Human Events and Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on a special debate edition of the Matchup.
Attorney Brian Francis Humble says his clients decided to sue after, according to them, they were picked up by police and brought to the district headquarters without cause.
More Philadelphia police officers will be able to obtain higher education, thanks to the latest scholarship grant from the Kal and Lucille Rudman Foundation.
"Well, I'm pleased charges were approved," Philadelphia police commissioner Charles Ramsey told reporters.
Chris reviews the media's coverage of the shooting in Aurora, CO. He discusses the removal of the Joe Paterno statue at Penn State and the sanctions that will be imposed this morning by the NCAA with Kevin Cirilli from the Philly Post. He also talks to Michael Bronstein and Jeff Roe on the Monday Morning Matchup and to Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel.
A 25th District Philadelphia Police officer was arrested and charged with theft and related offenses on Thursday for an incident that happened last summer.
During the city's Fourth of July celebrations, a handful of police officers will have miniature cameras attached to their glasses, hat, or collar.
An off-duty police officer was rushed to an area hospital after his motorcycle collided with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday evening.
The Philadelphia Police Department is sending 67 officers to assist with the NATO summit in Chicago.
Police have made an arrest in connection to the rash of tire slashings in Northeast Philadelphia; however, investigators believe "several copy-cats" remain on the loose.
Among the items in the fine print of Mayor Nutter's new budget were plans for a brand new, state-of-the-art police headquarters in West Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania's new no-texting-while-driving law is in effect this morning. But Philadelphia's top-cop says the law is a "step backwards" for Philadelphia.
"We don't know if there was any relationship at all between the victims and the killers. We don't believe there was," police commissioner Charles Ramsey said on Tuesday.
Chris covers the story of FOX 29 not airing video on Mayor Nutter patting a woman's buttocks while bowling and discusses the issue with Dan Gross of the Daily News. He talks to Marcus Hook Mayor James Schiliro about the status of the Sunoco refinery in Marcus Hook and to Chuck Darrow of the Daily News about the death of a casino executive in Atlantic City.
Philadelphia police commissioner Charles Ramsey says his department is keeping a close eye on the steep drop in the number of traffic tickets handed out by officers over the past five years.
"We've had double the number of vehicle fatalities this year versus this same period last year," Commissioner Ramsey explained.
With no funds available from the city, the Philadelphia Police Foundation is launching a fundraising drive to build a home for the police department's mounted patrol unit.
Chris reacts to last night's Republican Debate in Florida and recounts the events at the debate party in West Chester. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday about blind trusts and CBS 3's Beasley Reece about Brad Lidge signing in Washington.
A study by the Violence Policy Center in Washington, D.C. now reveals the Homicide Victimization rate for African Americans in Pennsylvania is nearly six times the national overall homicide rate.
Those involved with the Occupy Philly movement are still camping out in front of City Hall. But with a construction project scheduled for Dilworth Plaza, what will happen to the protesters?
Nine "Occupy Philly" protestors were arrested Wednesday afternoon after entering the Comcast Center and refusing to leave.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Daniel Tranchina and his family woke up to chaos outside his Ridley Township home two different times early Sunday morning.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
Philadelphia police sources say the woman who was found dead at the home on the 4100 block of Parrish Street was 51 years old.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Daniel Tranchina and his family woke up to chaos outside his Ridley Township home two different times early Sunday morning.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
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.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
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.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
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.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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.
Philadelphia police have arrested another person in connection with illegal car meetups in the city this fall and have an arrest warrant for an additional suspect, officials announced.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast to get you prepared for the Thanksgiving holiday.
A local mom won the women's elite race at the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon. Runner Katie Florio and her husband explain how the race unfolded.
Shoppers can get refurbished electronics such as phones and tablets at a major discount -- and help the environment at the same time, a new report shows. Experts share tips for finding deals.
Since 2014, there have been a total of 32 crashes at the intersection of Morton and Swarthmore avenues in Ridley Township, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.