Council To Probe Blaze That Claimed 2 Firefighters
City Council plans to hold hearings into Fire Department policies and procedures, in the wake of the April warehouse blaze in Kensington that claimed the lives of two firefighters.
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City Council plans to hold hearings into Fire Department policies and procedures, in the wake of the April warehouse blaze in Kensington that claimed the lives of two firefighters.
Working late into the evening Thursday, City Council members reluctantly gave initial approval to an overhaul of Philadelphia's property tax system.
Councilman Bill Greenlee says he was looking to make the bike lane legislation consistent with policy on regulating roadway traffic.
City Council president Darrell Clarke says Council will hold two separate votes: one on the mayor's proposed property tax overhaul, the other on the mayor's proposed increase in School District funding.
Starting Friday, Philadelphia homeowners can apply for a homestead exemption -- even though the program has not yet even been approved by the state legislature.
Waste Management plans to build a $20-million facility in Northeast Philadelphia to process trash in a way that creates pellets which can be used as fuel.
It's clear that this year, the legal deadline won't be met.
Bicycle advocates - and the Nutter Administration - are reluctantly going along with a proposal to give Philadelphia City Council more control over the location of bike lanes.
A Philadelphia City Council put a spotlight on what some say is a dearth of women in executive positions in the Philadelphia region.
City Council has given its thumbs-up to letting you fight parking tickets by mail or online rather than having to show up in person.
The mayor's budget hinges on state approval of a homestead exemption, and separately, gaining the ability to adjust the split of property taxes between the city and the school district.
"Being the optimist that I am, I believe we can get this done on time," says Philadelphia City Council president Darrell Clarke.
One councilman originally proposed three new ways to fight parking tickets: online, on the phone, or through the mail. But the mayor's office doesn't want the telephone hearings.
A City Council committee approved a controversial zoning change for the Norris Square section of North Philadelphia sponsored by Councilwoman Maria Quiñones Sanchez.
Alex Archowski, of the Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network, said some employers shy away from such tax credits because of paperwork.
Philadelphia city councilman Jim Kenney is proposing to eliminate a layer of bureaucratic red tape when your car is towed in error and you want to get the towing fee refunded.
"If you really want true input from the Federation, from parents and from other stakeholders, then we need to be a part of it at the beginning, and not at the end," Jerry Jordan said.
Public testimony is on tap today, on day two of the school district's budget hearings at City Council. The school district is banking on more money from the city.
Should receipts for purchases at convenience stores be mandatory? A Philadelphia City Councilman says yes, and he is now proposing exactly that.
Philadelphia City Council president Darrell Clarke wants landlords to pay an extra tax assessment to handle noise, trash, parking, and other matters related to student housing.
School District leaders met with City Council members yesterday, to try to persuade them to support Mayor Nutter's Actual Value tax plan and the extra $94-million it would provide for the district.
City Council President Darrell Clarke on Thursday delivered a shot across the bow to Mayor Nutter's plan to overhaul property taxes.
Nutter's finance chief Rob Dubow tells Councilman Bill Green property tax hikes will be fair because they're based on actual value of the home.
District Attorney Seth Williams pointed to a bar chart behind him, as he testified in council chambers, showing how the 22 largest counties in America fund their prosecutors.
Chief Recovery Officer Tom Knudsen says if City Council doesn't approve $94-million from the mayor's Actual Value tax initiative, it's not clear that schools will be able to open in September.
The NEXT Weather team is tracking two weather systems this week in the Philadelphia region as we get closer to Thanksgiving.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
Jack Eichel got the lone goal in the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 on Monday night.
Brandon Graham suffered the injury in the team's 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
The NEXT Weather team is tracking two weather systems this week in the Philadelphia region as we get closer to Thanksgiving.
Philadelphia police sources say the woman who was found dead at the home on the 4100 block of Parrish Street was 51 years old.
Jack Eichel got the lone goal in the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 on Monday night.
Brandon Graham suffered the injury in the team's 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.
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.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
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.
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.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
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.
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.
Jack Eichel got the lone goal in the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 on Monday night.
Brandon Graham suffered the injury in the team's 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.
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.
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.
Bill Kelly says rain will move into the Philadelphia region on Tuesday morning, but it will clear out in the afternoon.
Ocean City, New Jersey, residents packed a meeting Monday to hear from a developer about plans to build a hotel on the iconic boardwalk. Their reactions to the proposal were mixed.
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.