Philadelphia Welcomed Pope Francis 1 Year Ago Today
The pope came to Philadelphia to celebrate the closing of the World Meeting of Families event.
The pope came to Philadelphia to celebrate the closing of the World Meeting of Families event.
The "Papal wheels" are in the house, arriving at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Wednesday.
Dr. Amish Shah, Gianna's doctor at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, says she is one of about 40 people ever recorded to have this specific condition. Right now, her treatment is chemotherapy once a month.
The car will be up for bid as part of the Philadelphia Auto Show Black Tie Tailgate on Jan. 29. Bids will be accepted in person and online.
The costs from the Papal visit keep adding up.
The Nutter administration promised that the World Meeting of Families would reimburse the city for its costs during the papal visit.
More than 2,700 people helped to paint the mural, with the final brush stroke courtesy of Pope Francis himself.
The Philadelphia Archdiocese has found a home for the altar used by Pope Francis when he celebrated the closing Mass for the World Meeting of Families on the Ben Franklin Parkway during his visit to Philadelphia.
Two months ago, Warrington residents Joey and Kristen Masciantonio say they experienced a miracle when Pope Francis spontaneously kissed their one-year-old daughter, Gianna, on the head.
An altar that is a piece of Philadelphia history… is now in a small suburban church many thought was going to close down.
A toddler dressed like the pope and pushed along in a popemobile got the top prize at President Barack Obama's White House Halloween
The project was always intended to be temporary and its creators Wednesday held a ceremonial closing.
Panelists from the tourism and travel industry gathered at Temple University Tuesday to offer perspectives on what the visit of Pope Francis and the World Meeting Congress had on the city.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is looking for a home for some of the key components which made up the setting for the Papal Mass on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
The Democratic National Convention is less than ten months away, and the host committee is confident they'll be ready.
In the seven days since he's been gone, much has been said about the man who touched the heart of tens of thousands.
Even though Pope Francis was wheels up five days ago, many families are still living in the afterglow of an encounter with him.
Staver told Dom Giordano that the Pope went out of his way to support and strengthen Kim Davis.
A reminder that SEPTA is offering a discount to pass holders to make up for the two days of the Pope's visit, during which the passes were no good.
Michael Chitwood told Dom Giordano that the Papal Visit was a wonderful weekend but the bill should not fall on Upper Darby.
This was supposed to be the last day for the "Knotted Grotto," an art project installed at the Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul on Logan Circle in honor of Pope Francis.
Philadelphia's city controller has done a limited survey of Center City businesses on how things went over the weekend of the Pope's visit.
Although restaurants struggled during the Papal Visit, leftovers are benefiting those in need.
There's no doubt that a huge crowd attended Sunday's Papal Mass along the Ben Franklin Parkway, but city officials have yet to release a formal estimate.
SEPTA's Andrew Busch says the original plan was designed to handle 300-thousand rail passengers, but a little less than 63-thousand actually used that route.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Friday because of rain, wind, cold temps and snow.
It was an incredible day filled with hope as families, volunteers and sponsors joined us to raise money for our 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
A beef and beer benefit was held to help the family of a fallen Philadelphia police Sgt. Jaime Roman, who died in September.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Friday because of rain, wind, cold temps and snow.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
It was an incredible day filled with hope as families, volunteers and sponsors joined us to raise money for our 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon.
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.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
Two people were injured in a hit-and-run near City Hall Thursday night, police said.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Al-Ashraf Khalil and Isaam Jaghama were convicted of setting fire to a Philadelphia pizza shop in 2022, leading to the death of fire Lt. Sean Williamson.
A Castor Gardens Middle School staff member is speaking out after witnessing a student stab two teachers.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
New Jersey State Police say the "Big Rusty" wildfire that burned in Hainesport, New Jersey is under investigation as suspicious.
A Florida family who stays at the Ronald McDonald House while their baby boy gets treatment for OEIS complex calls the community they've met family.
Ronald McDonald Houses are known for giving families a place to stay while children receive medical treatment, but special rooms inside hospitals also provide families with a peaceful space to relax.
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.
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."
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.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
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.
DeVonta Smith has dealt with a hamstring injury over the last few weeks. His status for Sunday's game against the Rams is unclear.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said.
Hysier Miller is under investigation by federal authorities after a watchdog group flagged a Temple men's basketball game last season for unusual betting activity.
If it were up to Darius Slay, "elite" Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell would win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
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.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service has arrived in 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.
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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.
Two people were injured in a hit-and-run near City Hall in Philadelphia Thursday night, police say. The driver was arrested.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert for rain, wind, snow and colder temperatures. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
For 15 straight years, we have been honored to join Ronald McDonald House Charities and our viewers to help raise much-needed funds for three Ronald McDonald houses in our region and the families they serve.
After a historic stretch without rain, a New Jersey winemaker and winery owner says the dry conditions will make for better bottles. Still, he's grateful some rain is finally falling.
Hundreds packed the ballroom inside the FOP Lodge No. 5 in Northeast Philadelphia for a beef and beer benefit to raise money for the family of fallen Philadelphia Police Sgt. Jaime Roman on Thursday night.