9 Kids, 3 Adults Who Died in Philadelphia Rowhouse Fire Laid to Rest
The funeral service for the 12 victims took place at Temple University's Liacouras Center on Monday.
Philadelphia Officials Say Christmas Tree Ignited First in Tragic Fire
"Get rid of the tree if it's in your house," Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel said. "And next year, remember this."
Philadelphia Investigators Still Figuring Out Cause of Fire That Killed 12
Investigators are working to determine what causes a fire in a residential building that killed eight children and four adults in Philadelphia on Wednesday.
Philadelphia Fire Leaves 13 Dead in Deadliest City Blaze in Over 100 Years
Of the fatalities, seven were children. Another two people, one a child, remain in critical condition at local hospitals.
Philadelphia Fire Updates: Child Only Person on Floor When Fire Was Set
The city and fire officials will provide an update on the investigation into the fire. The live updates for this blog have ended.
Philadelphia Warns Residents About Unauthorized Pop-Up COVID Testing Sites
The city's health department said it's not clear if the pop-up sites in question offer legitimate testing.
America's Biggest Cities to Invest More in Police After Defunding in 2020
Social justice protests ushered in calls for police departments to be defunded. Many cities heeded those calls, only to reverse course a year later.
Rep. Scanlon Pushes for 'Common Sense' Gun Laws After Being Carjacked
Following the carjacking incident, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said that he was "appalled" by the crime.
U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon's Vehicle Found 45 Miles Away After Carjacking
Police said that five suspects were inside the vehicle when it was discovered, and they were all taken into police custody.
5 Arrested in Armed Carjacking of Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon
The congresswoman "thanks the Philadelphia Police Department for their swift response" in a statement.
Philadelphia to Require Vaccination or Negative COVID Test at Indoor Spaces
Philadelphia is not the first major U.S. city to impose such a measure in the hopes of curtailing infection rates nearly two years into the pandemic.
Armed Robbers Steal Groom's Rolex Watch on His Wedding Day
Philadelphia's metro area has a violent crime rate slightly higher than the average U.S. metro area, impacting 3.36 per 1,000 residents a year.
Teen Shoots Man Strangling Mom in Pizza Shop Robbery
The boy's mother, an employee, was reportedly being choked by one of the suspects after she was unable to open the pizzeria's cash register.
Sunoco to Pay $4 Million, Replace Animal Habitats in Pipeline Settlement
Sunoco agreed to pay $4 million in a settlement from a 2020 pipeline spill that damaged Marsh Creek State Park in Pennsylvania. The pipeline will change places.
Fender Bender Leads to 21-Year-Old's Shooting Death
"It appears to be road rage that escalated into a shooting that escalated into a homicide," said the Philadelphia police chief inspector on Thursday.
Two Men Charged With Murder of Teen Shot 18 Times Waiting for Bus
Both men allegedly involved in the 14-year-old's death are at least 20 years old and police consider the case "solved."
Mom of Teen Shot 18 Times Waiting for Bus Doesn't Care About 'Justice'
Desiree Goodson said, "I just want my son back," after 14-year-old Samir Jefferson was fatally shot 18 times waiting for the bus after school.
14-Year-Old Shot 18 Times While Waiting for Bus After School
Authorities identified the boy as Samir Jefferson, the latest victim among the hundreds of homicides in Philadelphia since the beginning of the year.
Man Accused of Rape on Philadelphia Train Ordered Held for Trial in January
Police say the woman was seen on surveillance video pushing away Fiston Ngoy, 35, multiple times before allegedly being sexually assaulted.
Man Shot Dead While Eating Thanksgiving Dinner With His Family
Edilberto Miguel Palaez Moctezuma was the innocent victim of a stray bullet that came through his home's window in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
Police Offering $50K for Arrest in Killing of Pregnant Woman, Unborn Child
Police believe the woman, who was unloading gifts from her car, was "targeted" in the fatal shooting.
Pregnant Woman Shot and Killed as She Leaves Her Own Baby Shower: Police
Authorities said it appeared that someone was "targeting" the woman when they shot and killed her and her unborn child Saturday evening.
Watch NHL Player Kevin Hayes Honor Late Brother Jimmy After Scoring Goal
After scoring the goal, Hayes said that he planned to give the puck to his brother's son, Beau.
Why Smallpox Is so Dangerous As Vials Found in Pennsylvania
The FBI and CDC are investigating after 15 vials labeled "smallpox" were discovered at a lab outside Philadelphia.
Union Boss, City Council Member Convicted of Conspiracy Over No-Show Job
It is the latest conviction that has rocked the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union chapter Local 98 in Philadelphia.
Apparent Murder-Suicide in Target Parking Lot Leaves Customers Disturbed
The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon while customers were busy shopping inside the Target.
Case of 4-Year-Old Killed Reopened After Convicted Man Exonerated
The case was reopened after a local Philadelphia news outlet ran a true-crime series about the young girl's death.
Philadelphia Bans Police From Stopping Cars for Low-level Traffic Offenses
Mayor Jim Kenney, a Democrat, reportedly signed two landmark bills into law Wednesday that ban traffic stops that promote discrimination.
PS5 Restock Update for GameStop, Walmart, Amazon, Costco, Target and More
While the PS5 remains incredibly elusive across the country, there are a number of restocks about to take place. Here is everything you need to know.
Human Skull Once Used for 'Teaching' Found in High School
The school district has since instructed its principals to inspect their campuses for any similar findings.