Top Upcoming Spring Festivals And Events In Philadelphia
This spring, there are numerous festivals and events throughout the city and surrounding suburbs.You might want to start planning your calendar now.
This spring, there are numerous festivals and events throughout the city and surrounding suburbs.You might want to start planning your calendar now.
More than 1,000 people were injured, mostly from broken glass, when a space rock exploded in the Earth's atmosphere about 30-40 miles above Russia on Friday.
Scientists say an asteroid will pass closer to Earth today than any other they've ever tracked. Though "close" is in cosmic terms, and they say it's not related to the meteorites in Russia.
Though you can't go wrong in this historic city, these are the best museum exhibits of 2013.
The exhibition features more than 300 original artifacts recovered from the Titanic's underwater debris field.
If you stay up late Saturday night, or get up early Sunday morning, you may be treated to streaks of white lights racing across the nighttime sky.
Chris analyzes the President's stop at the Franklin Institute last night for a fundraiser. He talks to the Philly Posts Kevin Cirilli from the Jerry Sandusky trial and Jennifer Stefano from Americans for Prosperity about Mitt Romney's chances of winning Pennsylvania.
President Barack Obama raised hundreds of thousands of dollars at fundraisers at the Franklin Institute on Tuesday evening, and his focus was putting Americans back to work.
Star-gazing will take on a different meaning at the Franklin Institute Tuesday evening when President Obama visits for a fundraiser.
Dr. Harry Augensen, professor of physics and astronomy at Widener University, says scientists have been interested in transits of Venus for centuries.
This week's announcement from Jay-Z and the mayor that there will be a concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway during Labor Day weekend has some people who have weddings planned at or near the event site worried.
Bird-watchers keeping tabs on the nest of Red-tailed Hawks at the Franklin Institute have reason to rejoice: The mother hawk has allowed an unattached male to bring food to her babies.
"The show doesn't officially open until Saturday, but the conservators who work on the scrolls are known for their meticulous care," one curator said.
When you look up into the sky tonight, you might see a lot more moon than you're used to. An area expert calls it an optical illusion.
A man was seriously injured after the car he was driving exploded today near the entrance to the Atlantic City Expressway.
The Franklin Institute hosts a new exhibit that takes a glimpse back into how people lived during Biblical times. It opens May 12th.
One of the Red-tailed Hawks nesting at the Franklin Institute has gone missing.
Nine individuals that are pioneers in their fields will be honored on Thursday night for their discoveries and achievements in science, technology and business during the annual Franklin Institute Awards Ceremony.
There's a trio of babies in the Red-tailed Hawk nest at the Franklin Institute. The last egg hatched Monday morning.
Chris recounts his experience at the Mitt Romney/Tea Party event last night at the Franklin Institute. He details Newt Gingrich's visit to the St. Louis Zoo and the end of Blue Dog Democrats. He also talks to Secretary of the Commonwealth, Carol Aichele, about the new Voter ID Law.
A groundbreaking was held on Thursday for a new $65-million project at the Franklin Institute.
Uncover "The Science of Beer" at the Phillies' ballpark, or meet a street-corner astronomer for an exciting peek at the sky during this ten-day event.
"This is the first time anywhere in the world outside of Egypt that any part of this dinosaur has been displayed in public," Drexel paleontologist Ken Lacovara said.
Timekeepers in Geneva, Switzerland have met to consider getting rid of the 40-year-old practice that keeps the world's atomic clocks synchronized with the Earth's rotation.
Our streak of dry, sunny and warm days will continue the next few days with temperatures climbing into the 80s Monday through Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
The Eagles recorded eight sacks and cruised to an easy 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Police say a 40-year-old man was critically injured after a truck ran a red light and struck his vehicle before crashing into several parked cars in Philadelphia.
Former President Donald Trump worked the drive-thru at a McDonald's in Bucks County before hosting a town hall in Lancaster.
Saquon Barkley recorded 176 rushing yards on 17 carries and a touchdown in the Eagles' win over the Giants.
Our streak of dry, sunny and warm days will continue the next few days with temperatures climbing into the 80s Monday through Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
Former President Donald Trump's team is launching a bus tour of Pennsylvania in Sharon Hill Monday.
Police say a 40-year-old man was critically injured after a truck ran a red light and struck his vehicle before crashing into several parked cars in Philadelphia.
Former President Donald Trump worked the drive-thru at a McDonald's in Bucks County before hosting a town hall in Lancaster.
Philadelphians took advantage of an unseasonably warm Saturday, perfect for outdoor dining, tennis and tailgating.
Legendary hip-hop performers, DJ Jazzy Jeff, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane and Rakim, headlined a free pop-up concert to help get Philadelphians excited to vote.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
A drought watch has been issued for the entire state of New Jersey due to the lack of rainfall and worsening drought conditions. Here's how residents can conserve water.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
Giving back in the form of teddy bears is the mission of one Delaware grandmother helping her local police department.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
Ruben Bautista walked away from the corrections center on Tuesday after failing to return from an approved program pass.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Seniors stayed active and embraced the joyful moments of their golden years at the annual Senior Strut at Boathouse Row.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic might be able to help with substance abuse, according to new research.
A travel nurse from the Philadelphia area was stationed in Asheville, North Carolina when Hurricane Helene flooded the region.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Streets are closed around Philadelphia for the Philly Bike Ride on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Police reported a seven-vehicle crash and vehicle fire on Route 309 in Fort Washington on Friday morning.
Video from a passenger aboard the train showed smoke coming from a stopped SEPTA Regional Rail train car.
Police say a 3-year-old boy from Lindenwold has died after he was hit by a car on Route 73 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
The Eagles recorded eight sacks and cruised to an easy 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Saquon Barkley recorded 176 rushing yards on 17 carries and a touchdown in the Eagles' win over the Giants.
The 3-2 Philadelphia Eagles are looking to get their second win in a row after narrowly beating the Cleveland Browns at home in Week 6.
The Vancouver Canucks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 Saturday night.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, the late Jimmy Buffett and A Tribe Called Quest, among others.
Portals.org confirmed Philadelphia will have a Portal open up next week in Love Park.
The winner of the Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest will be crowned in an event on Sunday featuring celebrity judges.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
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.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast as we continue to deal with dry conditions across the Delaware Valley.
Saquon Barkley had a dominant afternoon in his return to MetLife Stadium in a 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Neighbors described the scene after a violent crash Sunday morning sent one man to the hospital and damaged several parked cars in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood. Philadelphia police are looking for four suspects.
An investigation is underway after police in Pemberton Township, New Jersey, shot and killed a man in Browns Mills.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region as we deal with a dry stretch with no rain.