Research links ocean microplastics and disabilities in people near coasts
There's a growing body of research that shows microplastics from broken-down plastic trash can affect health.
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There's a growing body of research that shows microplastics from broken-down plastic trash can affect health.
People living in coastal communities could face an increased risk of brain and movement disabilities according to new research published by the American Academy of Neurology. Stephanie Stahl explains why.
Philadelphia City Council is set to vote on a bill to put speed cameras in some school zones in the city.
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects who stole a popular art installation from a South Philly fountain.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Temple University student-athletes and police joined forces Monday to make meals for a Philadelphia shelter.
Anthony T. Smith is wanted for aggravated assault and other offenses for allegedly shooting an 18-year-old man twice in the chest at Lonnie Young Playground.
The man who allegedly shot a police officer during a barricade situation in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is now dead, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office said Monday.
Philadelphia City Council is set to vote on a bill to put speed cameras in some school zones in the city.
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects who stole a popular art installation from a South Philly fountain.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Temple University student-athletes and police joined forces Monday to make meals for a Philadelphia shelter.
Philadelphia City Council is set to vote on a bill to put speed cameras in some school zones in the city.
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects who stole a popular art installation from a South Philly fountain.
An enforcement initiative using AI-powered cameras will help SEPTA and the PPA crack down on illegally parked cars in Philadelphia.
Ian Evans was charged with sexual abuse of children and other offenses for trying to meet a 13-year-old for sex in Bucks County.
The video shows the moment a tree came smashing down on an SUV with the driver escaping without injury in Kennett Square.
Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of Johnny Gaudreau, announced on Instagram she gave birth to her third baby, Carter, on April 1.
We're not expecting severe weather Monday, but you'll definitely want the umbrella and raincoat. Showers move across the region throughout the day, starting during the AM commute.
A crowd of teens was caught on video swarming a neighborhood in Burlington County Friday night, disturbing residents and damaging property.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
A summertime community celebration in South Jersey was postponed after law enforcement officers discovered threats of violent activity were being shared on social media.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
The body of 32-year-old Normaris Colón Valles was found on the banks of the Christina River in Wilmington, Delaware, in March.
Months after a life-threatening accident, 10-year-old Briar Jones, will throw out the first pitch at the Phillies' home opener on Monday.
A Philadelphia-based organization that serves individuals battling addiction and homelessness is in limbo after federal funding was cut.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
These motion labs are now in 14 centers across the country, and this center allows doctors to see what's happening inside the body as the patient moves.
Why are a growing number of younger people being diagnosed with colon cancer? That's what a new research project is aiming to answer.
The Bucks County Health Department has identified a measles case in a vaccinated adult who recently traveled to Texas.
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Car dealers in the Philadelphia area say the prices of cars and repairs could go up with the Trump administration's tariffs.
Freedom Coffee House, a new coffee shop in North Philadelphia, is brewing more than just good coffee, but a powerful story of resilience.
As President Trump prepares to unveil new tariffs, businesses in the Philadelphia area say their prices could rise.
Jersey Kebab reopened Sunday with a free feast for the community about a month after its owners were arrested by ICE.
Philadelphia City Council is set to vote on a bill to put speed cameras in some school zones in the city.
A spokesperson for SEPTA said seven people were injured after a Route 82 bus hit a car and pushed it down the street in Philadelphia on Friday afternoon.
Commuters had to be on alert Friday afternoon as I-295 northbound lanes in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, were shut down after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, officials said.
Philadelphians traveling this weekend in the city will have to pack their patience, as several roads will be closed and bus routes will be detoured due to multiple planned events.
Amtrak service between Philadelphia and New York was halted for hours after three family members were struck and killed by a train in Bucks County.
Phillies super-utility infielder Edmundo Sosa is forcing Rob Thomson's hand and could soon see playing time in the outfield.
The Jordan Romano experience so far in Philly has been a disaster, and it's clear the Phillies have a late-game bullpen issue.
A group of Philadelphia girls gathered Sunday to watch Dawn Staley coach in the NCAA title game after studying her journey.
Nick Castellanos hit a grand slam, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied with two runs in the seventh inning to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-7.
UConn defeated defending champion South Carolina on Sunday to win its 12th women's NCAA Tournament title.
A pair of critically endangered, nearly 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo have become first-time parents.
On Wednesday, city officials read a proclamation officially declaring April Philly Jazz Month in a ceremony at City Hall.
2025 Wawa Welcome America announces returning traditions and new events for the 16-day festival this summer.
Bruce Springsteen announced "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" will feature seven full-length albums that were never released from 1983-2018.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
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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.
The yarn art was supposed to be featured at a food festival called Flavors on the Avenue on April 27. The group now has just three weeks to re-create their work before the event.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for a chilly and cloudy night in the Philadelphia region on Monday.
The goal is of the I-95 cap project is to connect Center City to the Delaware River Waterfront.
Norcross's office said he suffered a medical emergency likely related to his gallbladder while traveling.
A 23-year-old man is wanted for allegedly shooting an 18-year-old at a playground in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood earlier this month, police said Monday.