Philadelphia Zoo Gets a Female Gorilla For Its Endangered Species Breeding Program
Kira, a female western lowland gorilla, was brought here to the Philadelphia Zoo from the Franklin Park Zoo, in Boston.
Kira, a female western lowland gorilla, was brought here to the Philadelphia Zoo from the Franklin Park Zoo, in Boston.
The cubs will stay at the zoo for about two years before they are moved to other zoos around the country.
The Philadelphia Zoo and ten colleges and universities are making an investment in students from poor neighborhoods, by developing a $1 million scholarship fund over the next 10 years.
While everyone knows that Philadelphia is steeped in history, it's also been at the forefront of culture, arts and science. Here are five summer exhibits worth visiting.
Whether volunteering, donating or simply appreciating the great outdoors, everyone can do something to celebrate Earth Day in 2013.
Hippopotamus expert and lead keeper Betsy Karkowski watched as the pair, Cindy and Unna, enjoyed their first dip in the outdoor pool.
The final touches are being put on the Philadelphia Zoo's new $33.3-million children's area, scheduled to open to the public this Saturday..
Zoo president Vikram Dewan said that will help ease the crunch of the zoo's 1.2 million visitors each year.
The Philadelphia Zoo is opening up a new parking garage on Friday, but it's still hoping - down the road - to get a train stop there, as well.
The zoo says the lion, named Merlin, had fathered 11 cubs and enjoyed a long life in captivity.
The 5K run begins at 9am, with the "walk and stroll" stepping off at 9:30am.
The Philadelphia Zoo is expecting a new addition. No, not a rare baby cat or gorilla but a parking garage that zoo officials say is just as important to visitors.
One cardiologist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doesn't just monitor human hearts.
The 200-foot Great Ape Trail debuted to the public on Thursday morning. The zoo's orangutans, Tua and Batu, have been trying it out for several days.
KYW's Hadas Kuznits finds out about the Philadelphia Zoo's Summer Ale Fest, a new Japanese restaurant in Manayunk, and a "secret" dinner event for thousands!
The Philadelphia area abounds with family friendly venues when it's time to get the kids out of the house this summer.
The heat isn't just tough on people, it's also tough on some animals at the Philadelphia Zoo, and the staff is doing what they can to keep the animals safe and comfortable.
Families flocked to the Philadelphia Zoo Sunday. And fathers at the zoo talked about what Father's Day means to them.
City Council this coming week is expected to give final approval to plans of the Philadelphia Zoo to construct a sorely-needed parking garage.
Zoo visitors sang to the birthday boys -- first for Lucha, a jaguar cub, and then for Dian, a snow leopard, both born at the Philadelphia Zoo, less than a week apart, last year.
On the second Saturday of May every year, the Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta takes on two days of 120 college students and their crews from across the U.S. in an unforgettable series of boat races.
The Phlash Downtown Loop returns for the 2012 season, beginning on Friday, with a couple of new destinations.
The zoo put up cash prizes for schools to create art campaigns that illustrate the connection between palm oil -- an ingredient in products including snack chips, crackers, and candy -- and the habitat of the orangutan.
Friday was the public debut for a new female African lion at the Philadelphia Zoo. The hope is to breed her, to produce new lion cubs.
It's as much a sign of spring as April showers and May flowers. It's zoo traffic, and this time of year, it causes quite a headache across the entire city.
The agent for goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov says his client is joining the Philadelphia Flyers after "previous concerns have been thoroughly addressed and are now resolved."
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Storm Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
The agent for goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov says his client is joining the Philadelphia Flyers after "previous concerns have been thoroughly addressed and are now resolved."
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Police are searching for a dark gray Mercedes sedan in connection with a West Philadelphia hit-and-run that killed a 14-year-old girl.
The Philadelphia Phillies have clinched a first-round bye and can still get the top seed in the National League. Here's how.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Storm Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Cheltenham Township Police are investigating after they say someone robbed a girl while she waited for the school bus.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
CyberKnife technology has evolved and can be a quick and easier treatment for our four-legged friends with cancer.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Storm Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
An emotional video tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and 13 seconds of silence opened the Blue Jackets' preseason game Wednesday night at Nationwide Arena.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Storm Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
According to AAA, prices at the pump in Delaware have fallen $0.70/gal from this time last year, and experts with GasBuddy say they're the lowest we've seen since 2021.
After what has been the driest start to September in almost 20 years, a little rain has returned to the Delaware Valley.
Several Delaware beaches are closed to swimming after medical waste, including hypodermic needles, washed ashore.
CyberKnife technology has evolved and can be a quick and easier treatment for our four-legged friends with cancer.
Filling up care packages for families with babies in intensive care, where newborns often teeter between life and death.
A New Jersey woman turning 101 says she reached the milestone age by eating whatever she wants, "but in moderation."
A new study shows a third of former NFL players believe they sustained brain damage playing football.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Nearly 300 Sheetz stores in Pennsylvania are now selling canned cocktails after a new law went into effect.
Food service workers at Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center in South Philadelphia went on strike early Monday morning.
Mike Monachetti is proud to be running Mike's Seafood in Sea Isle City's Fish Alley.
Hotels and restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump brings a boost for business.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
The agent for goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov says his client is joining the Philadelphia Flyers after "previous concerns have been thoroughly addressed and are now resolved."
During a meeting about the Sixers' proposed arena, Mayor Cherelle Parker revealed the city wants a WNBA franchise.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were both beloved members of the Philadelphia and New Jersey hockey communities.
Philadelphia's Gayborhood delivered more than 1,200 petitions to City Hall on Thursday opposing the 76ers' plan.
Bob Kofroth, a Chester County boxing coach, is getting ready for the biggest fight of his life against seven-time world champion Sugar Shane Mosley.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Filmmaker Charlie Minn spent four days in Kensington and filmed his documentary to bring awareness to those struggling with addiction.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The former Beatles drummer was set to play in Philadelphia with his All Starr Band on Sept. 24 and in New York the following night.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
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.
James Resnick said his inspiration is his brother, who was injured in an accident 22 years ago but is still bright and joyful. Resnick is attempting 1,000 runs up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Madeleine Wright was there to run some of the laps with him and hear his story.
Damage reports are coming in after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida and began moving north into Georgia, the Carolinas and west into Tennessee. Jim Donovan breaks down this morning's headlines with weather from Kate Bilo.
PennDOT is closing I-76 East in Grays Ferry at 9 p.m. Friday until 4 a.m. Monday, with work scheduled to pick up again the next two weekends, Kim Hudson reports.
The 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show kicks off March 1 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
After a test at 69th Street Station, SEPTA has purchased more full-length fare gates that it says will deter fare evaders.