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Firefighters Battle Barn Blaze in Salem, N.J.
Firefighters fought a barn fire on Frank Smith Road in Salem, New Jersey, on Tuesday morning, using water to suppress the flames while thick smoke rose from…
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Semi‑Trailer Truck Overturns on Route 55, Causing Major Delays
A semi‑trailer truck overturned on Route 55 in Franklin Township, causing heavy traffic delays. The incident disrupted commuter flow on the key highway.
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Portal Interactive Video Installation to Close Friday
The Portal video installation in Philadelphia will close after its final public day on October 30, 2026, after failing to secure a new sponsor.
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State Troopers Host Crime Scene Expo for Philadelphia Students
Pennsylvania State Troopers held a Crime Scene Expo for Philadelphia students on Oct. 27, showcasing bomb‑squad, forensics and other police careers as part of…
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Woman robbed at gunpoint while helping disabled car
A woman in Philadelphia was robbed at gunpoint after stopping to help a car, prompting police to warn that such aid can expose people to robbery.
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State lawmakers to brief Cheltenham High School on new anti-hazing law
State lawmakers will brief Cheltenham High School on the new anti‑hazing law, House Bill 2474, which aims to close reporting gaps for child‑abuse victims. The…
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SEPTA Starts Overhaul of 24 Canadian Railcars
SEPTA started overhauling 24 newly bought Canadian railcars in Philadelphia to expand its regional fleet and address shortages caused by inspections and…
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Two Arrested After Road‑Rage Shooting Near Temple University
Two individuals were arrested following a suspected road‑rage shooting near Temple University on Oct. 27, 2026, while students were heading to class.
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Why Philadelphians Call the L Line the “El”
Philadelphia’s SEPTA L line is called the “El” because it spells the letter L; its century‑old elevated tracks and recent rebranding have sparked interest and…
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Police Oversight Chair Indicted for Bribery and Witness Intimidation
The chair of Philadelphia’s police oversight commission was indicted for bribery and witness intimidation after allegedly giving unredacted case files to an…
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Philadelphia Near Bottom of WalletHub’s 2026 Safety Rankings
Philadelphia ranked 178th of 182 cities in WalletHub’s 2026 safety report, positioning it near the bottom of the list.
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Six Men Steal 1.5 Tons of Frozen Snow Crab
Six men stole 1.5 tons of frozen snow crab from a Southwest Philadelphia truck while the driver rested.
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Firefighters and Aerial Unit Tackle House and Car Blaze
Firefighters and an aerial unit fought a house and car fire on Pemberton Avenue in Woodland Township, causing extensive damage to both.
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Woman Hospitalized After Jumping From Fifth‑Floor Fire
A fire at a Pennsauken apartment complex led to the evacuation of hundreds and a woman leapt from the fifth floor, resulting in hospitalization.
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Montgomery County builds Pennsylvania’s first coroner’s resting site
Montgomery County is building the state's first coroner‑run resting site for unclaimed bodies, offering a permanent, dignified location for remains without…
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Justice Department to Deploy 1,000 Election Monitors in Philadelphia
The Justice Department will send 1,000 monitors to Philadelphia polling places and will also position observers in other Pennsylvania counties.
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Two Cats Injured in Suspected Shootings, Vet Issues Warning
Two cats suffered severe injuries believed to be from gunfire; police are investigating and a vet clinic warned owners to safeguard pets.
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PHFA to Build 63 Affordable Homes in Sharswood
The Philadelphia Housing Authority will add 63 affordable homes in Sharswood, part of its last North Philadelphia projects after investing about $750 million…
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Trump's Oil Reserve Release Unlikely to Cut Pennsylvania Heating Costs
President Trump announced a heating oil release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, yet experts doubt it will reduce Pennsylvania's sharply higher heating…
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Pennsylvania Passes Anti‑Hazing Law After Cheltenham Scandal
Pennsylvania enacted a law treating hazing as child abuse with mandatory reporting requirements, prompted by the Cheltenham High School football hazing scandal.
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ICE Tax Costs Philadelphia $811 Million in Sales, Study Finds
A Wharton analysis links the ICE tax to an $811 million drop in Philadelphia retail sales, citing reduced consumer purchases.
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Crowd Beats Man Accused of Stabbing Two Outside City Hall
Police responded to a weapon report near City Hall on Oct. 25, 2026, where a crowd overpowered the man suspected of stabbing two men.
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Crash on I‑76 near Belmont Avenue creates eastbound traffic jam
A crash on I‑76 eastbound near Belmont Avenue blocked the right lane at 5 a.m., leaving only the left lane open and delaying commuters into the morning rush.
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Philadelphia Expands Rain Gardens to Cut Raw Sewage Spills
Philadelphia city officials are adding hundreds of rain gardens and other green infrastructure to reduce raw sewage spills into local waterways, continuing a…