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New law would require more training for Delaware County police officers in honor of Fanta Bility
Fanta Bility, 8, was fatally shot by Sharon Hill Police in 2021 at Academy Park High School's football field.
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Fanta Bility, 8, was fatally shot by Sharon Hill Police in 2021 at Academy Park High School's football field.
Heavy rain leading to a NEXT Weather Alert, Congress passing a spending bill avoiding a government shutdown and a food giveaway dedicated to the memory of Fanta Bility, a Delaware County girl killed by police officers are all top stories in the Philadelphia region.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is also Fanta Bility's birthday. She would have been 11 years old today.
The Fanta Bility Foundation hosted a Thanksgiving food giveaway Tuesday in an effort to spread love and kindness as Fanta did herself, the foundation said in a post.
On the borough's website, it said, "Although we cannot undo the tragic events of that day, we hope that the resolution of the lawsuit might provide those impacted a small measure of closure."
The Borough of Sharon Hill and the family of Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old who was killed by police gunfire in 2021, have reached an agreement on a federal settlement.
The family of Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl mistakenly killed by police gunfire while leaving a high school football game, is now creating a foundation in her honor.
The family of Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl mistakenly killed by police gunfire while leaving a high school football game, is now creating a foundation in her honor.
Former Sharon Hill police officers Devon Smith, Sean Dolan, and Brian Devaney were sentenced Friday in connection to the fatal shooting of 8-year-old Fanta Bility.
Joe Holden reports.
Joe Holden reports.
Joe Holden has the latest on the sentencing.
Former Sharon Hill police officers Devon Smith, Sean Dolan, and Brian Devaney will be sentenced Friday in connection to the fatal shooting of 8-year-old Fanta Bility.
Prosecutors say last August Brian Devaney, Sean Dolan and Devon Smith fired toward a car after hearing gunfire as people left a football game at Academy Park High School.
Matt Petrillo reports.
Bility, an 8-year-old girl, was shot and killed by police gunfire in 2021 outside a football game at Academy Park High School in Sharon Hill.
Prosecutors say last August Brian Devaney, Sean Dolan and Devon Smith fired toward a car after hearing gunfire as people left a football game at Academy Park High School.
Kerri Corrado has more on the hearing.
Fanta Bility was shot and killed by police while leaving a football game at Academy Park High School last year.
Ryan Hughes reports.
This rally comes weeks after Sharon Hill Borough Council released a heavily redacted report on the department's use of deadly force.
Jasmine Payoute reports.
Police said an adult was killed and eight other people, some of them teenagers, were hurt in a shooting in Philadelphia on July 4.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
After a detailed review from the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, Cheyney University is no longer on probation.
The Warriors were in the market for another dependable perimeter threat following the loss of Klay Thompson, who agreed to join the Mavericks.
The struggling Chicago Cubs pounded the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies 10-2 to avoid a three-game sweep on Thursday.
Police said an adult was killed and eight other people, some of them teenagers, were hurt in a shooting in Philadelphia on July 4.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
Upper Darby police are searching for six men who allegedly lured a Philadelphia man into a trap and ambushed him in a deadly shooting Wednesday.
The Sixers say they've barred Philadelphia sports radio host Howard Eskin from their training facility after his unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at a Phillies game.
After a detailed review from the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, Cheyney University is no longer on probation.
Police said an adult was killed and eight other people, some of them teenagers, were hurt in a shooting in Philadelphia on July 4.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
After a detailed review from the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, Cheyney University is no longer on probation.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
A family from Philadelphia is riding out Hurricane Beryl in a resort in Jamaica.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
Dozens of new American citizens celebrated their naturalization in Camden, New Jersey, Thursday on the Battleship New Jersey.
After several people were rescued from the ocean last weekend, families and lifeguards are focusing on safety.
Fireworks are synonymous with the 4th of July but for military veterans they may trigger flashbacks and anxiety. The Department of Veteran Affairs shares tips on how veterans can cope with the celebratory fireworks.
Willie Nelson and other iconic artists are set to perform at a 4th of July picnic in Camden.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and over the weekend.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Low humidity, sunny skies and seasonably mild temperatures are once again in the weather forecast on Tuesday in the Philadelphia area.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Diamond Shruumz-brand cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide now linked to 48 illnesses in 24 states.
A behind-the-scenes look at a special camp called Variety for children and young adults with disabilities is underway in Montgomery County. The camp is all about fun and learning.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Atlantic City, New Jersey, leaders and business owners are preparing for an influx of people for the Fourth of July holiday.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
Three people were killed after a small bus rear-ended a truck and caught fire on the Route 1 Media Bypass in Delaware County on Tuesday.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
The Warriors were in the market for another dependable perimeter threat following the loss of Klay Thompson, who agreed to join the Mavericks.
The struggling Chicago Cubs pounded the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies 10-2 to avoid a three-game sweep on Thursday.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Edmundo Sosa broke a tie with a sacrifice fly in the eighth, Whit Merrifield followed with an RBI single and the Philadelphia Phillies topped the struggling Chicago Cubs 5-3.
Alec Bohm was named as the National League's starting third baseman for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, becoming the Phillies' first ASG starting 3B since Scott Rolen in 2002.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and over the weekend.
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City celebrated its 6th anniversary on June 28 with a celebratory luncheon at their newest seaside dining destination, The Terrace.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Get an inside look into our city's newest Veterinary Emergency Group location. It's a culture unlike anything our four-legged friends have experienced.
After the Wawa Welcome America July 4 concert headlined by Kesha and Ne-Yo, the decorations and barriers on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway are coming down. Kim Hudson reports as the major road is set to reopen once work is complete.
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump says he will soon announce his pick for vice president. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is planning an "aggressive travel schedule" as the 2024 campaign season ramps up. Ross DiMattei has your latest morning headlines with weather from Grant Gilmore.
Brigantine's lifeguards watch over nearly five miles of coastline at the Jersey Shore. And while they know their work is important and could potentially save a life, it's also a great job. Howard Monroe chats with a young lifeguard following in his grandfather's footsteps and the new beach patrol chief who's been reporting to Brigantine Beach Patrol headquarters for 42 years.
Expect hot weather in and around Philadelphia on Friday with high humidity bringing us a heat index or feels-like temperature above 100 degrees. Grant Gilmore has your latest forecast.