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Wilmington church opens doors as a 'Winter Sanctuary' for city's homeless population
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- Wilmington church opens doors as a 'Winter Sanctuary' for city's homeless population
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- 1 day ago
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- At the weekly ‘Winter Sanctuary,’ volunteers like Ellen Oiler bring warmth to Wilmington’s homeless population.
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- Roots Picnic moving to Belmont Plateau with new changes for 2026
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- 2 days ago
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- Roots Picnic moving to Belmont Plateau with new changes for 2026
#theroots #philadelphia #fyp
https://6abc.com/post/roots-picnic-2026-moving-belmont-plateau-philadelphia-organizers-promise-changes-fan-complaints/18712411/
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- 32 abandoned, illegally parked vehicles towed in Northeast Philadelphia to help combat crime
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- 2 days ago
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- Police in the 15th District, the Philadelphia Parking Authority and Licenses and Inspections teamed up to tow 32 abandoned and illegally parked vehicles in Northeast Philadelphia on Friday.
It's part of an ongoing effort to address one of the neighborhood's biggest complaints: nuisance cars that clog streets, attract crime, and spark disputes among residents.
#news #philadelphia #foryou https://6abc.com/post/32-abandoned-illegally-parked-vehicles-towed-northeast-philadelphia-help-combat-crime/18712428/
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- New efforts are underway to slow down drivers on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- New efforts are underway to slow down drivers on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia
#philadelphia #news #fyp
https://6abc.com/post/new-efforts-are-underway-slow-down-drivers-lincoln-drive-philadelphia/18712295/
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- Chesco woman details encounter with suspect days before killing of CHOP nurse
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- 2 days ago
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- A woman says she had a disturbing encounter with the man accused of killing a CHOP nurse just days before the murder.
Tiara Shearer of Parkesburg said the incident occurred last Tuesday afternoon, four days before Jahn was arrested for allegedly murdering a woman in Tredyffrin Township.
"I think I got extremely lucky; it has completely torn me up since," she said. "I feel absolutely horrible for that woman."
#pennsylvania
https://6abc.com/post/chester-county-woman-details-encounter-suspect-days-before-killing-chop-nurse/18712460/
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- Cemetery grave robbery case continued as officials push for new laws
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- 2 days ago
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- The preliminary hearing for a man accused of stealing and selling human remains from a historic Delaware County cemetery was continued again Friday, prompting renewed calls for changes to state law.
Yeadon Police Chief Henry Giammarco spoke outside the Delaware County Courthouse after the hearing for Jonathan Gerlach was postponed. #news #pennsylvania https://6abc.com/post/jonathan-gerlach-arrest-yeadon-cemetery-grave-robbery-case-continued-officials-push-new-laws/18710982/
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- Police say dozens may be victims in alleged online sextortion case
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- 2 days ago
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- Police believe there could be dozens of victims in an alleged online sextortion scheme involving a Bensalem man, with at least 10 people coming forward so far.
Authorities say some of the alleged victims were trying to pay for college or support their families, and that the suspect targeted girls as young as 14.
Bodyworn camera video shows officers executing a search warrant at the Bensalem home of 25-year-old David Ajiri. #news #pennsylvania https://6abc.com/post/bucks-county-man-arrested-sextortion-investigation/18709534/
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- Man charged in killing of pregnant 18-year-old
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- 2 days ago
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- A pregnant 18-year-old was shot and killed in the Rhawnhurst section of Philadelphia earlier this week, and police say her boyfriend has been charged in the case.
Robert Tatum, 29, is facing charges including voluntary manslaughter for the death of Lemmarra Bradshaw, 18.
Bradshaw's grieving family said the relationship had become abusive in the weeks leading up to her death. #philadelphia
https://6abc.com/post/lemmarra-bradshaw-murder-man-charged-killing-pregnant-18-year-old-rhawnhurst/18711240/
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- 95% success rate?: Statistician uses 'Oscarmetrics' to predict winners
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- 2 days ago
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- As always, experts are weighing in with predictions as to who will take home Oscars statuettes on Sunday.
One who has an impressive success rate is Montgomery County, Pennsylvania native Ben Zauzmer, who grew up in Upper Dublin.
He's a mathematician and baseball statistician with a unique math model to try to determine the winners on Hollywood's biggest night.
#oscars #movie #films #fyp https://6abc.com/post/oscars-2026-montgomery-county-pa-statistician-uses-oscarmetrics-predict-winners/18711598/
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- New images emerging from deadly crash involving US refueling jet
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- New images emerging from deadly crash involving US refueling jet
#war #iran #news #fypage
LIVE UPDATES: https://6abc.com/live-updates/iran-war-news-live-updates-mojtaba-khamenei-chosen-irans-supreme-leader/18696218/
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- Freak accident blamed for fire that heavily damaged Bucks County business
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Fire tore through an industrial building in Bucks County after what investigators are calling a freak accident.
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- Google Maps rolls out major AI upgrade with new search and navigation features
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The company says the new capabilities draw on information from millions of reviews and websites, with results that include photos, ratings and other visual details.
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- All 6 crew members dead after refueling plane goes down in Iraq
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Six service members were killed when their refueling aircraft went down in friendly airspace in western Iraq, according to U.S. Central Command.
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- 4 dead after US refueling aircraft goes down in western Iraq
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Four service members were killed when their refueling aircraft went down in friendly airspace in western Iraq, according to U.S. Central Command.
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- Search called off for suspect who fled into the Lehigh River
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Police have suspended the search for a man they say ran into the Lehigh River on Thursday afternoon.
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- Freak accident blamed for fire that heavily damaged Bucks County business
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Fire tore through an industrial building in Bucks County after what investigators are calling a freak accident.
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- West Caln Twp. memorial pays tribute to fallen Pa. State Police Corporal Timothy O'Connor
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- 3 days ago
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- In the wake of the death of Pennsylvania State Police Corporal Timothy O'Connor, a powerful display is now waving just steps from where he was killed.
At the corner of Michael and Compass Roads, a crane is now hoisting an American flag and a thin blue line flag. Flowers and candles sit at the base of it. #pennsylvania
https://6abc.com/post/west-caln-twp-memorial-pays-tribute-fallen-pa-state-police-corporal-timothy-oconnor/18708442/
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- Stranded drivers say massive potholes came 'out of absolutely nowhere'
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- 3 days ago
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- Drivers were stuck on the side of the Rt. 30 Bypass in Chester County on Thursday afternoon, dealing with car damage caused by potholes on the highway.
Cooper Kolb was one of the unlucky drivers.
#pennsylvania #potholes #fyp https://6abc.com/post/rt-30-bypass-potholes-leaves-drivers-stranded-chester-county-pa/18708262/
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- Security heighten locally after synagogue attack in Michigan
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Jewish congregations across the region are increasing security measures following an attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, an incident the FBI is investigating as a targeted act of violence.
At Chabad of the Main Line, Rabbi Shraga Sherman said the attack hit especially close to home. His great-nephew was inside the Michigan synagogue when a suspect rammed a vehicle into the building and set it on fire on Thursday afternoon. More than 140 students, staff and security personnel were inside at the time. #news #fyp
https://6abc.com/post/michigan-synagogue-attack-jewish-communities-law-enforcement-heighten-security-philadelphia-region/18708384/
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- Parents, students slam School District of Philadelphia's facilities plan at final town hall
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- 3 days ago
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- Parents, students and lawmakers voiced strong opposition Thursday during the School District of Philadelphia's final public town hall on its proposed facilities master plan, urging the school board to halt planned school closures.
Around 100 people spoke during the hours-long meeting, challenging district leaders over a proposal that would close 18 schools in phases beginning in 2027, down from 20 originally recommended.
#philadelphia #education https://6abc.com/post/parents-students-criticize-school-district-philadelphias-facilities-plan-final-town-hall/18708331/
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- Residents raise concerns about humming noise near South Jersey data center
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- WHAT'S THAT NOISE? Some residents in Vineland, New Jersey, say a persistent humming noise they believe is coming from a nearby data center under construction is disrupting their daily lives. Neighbors in the area say the noise is coming from the facility on South Lincoln Avenue. Scott Montgomery, who lives about a half mile from the site, said the sound is often worse at night. #shorts #newjersey #fyp
https://6abc.com/post/vineland-nj-residents-raise-concerns-humming-noise-data-center-south-lincoln-avenue/18707437/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Shooting and truck ramming at Michigan synagogue; suspect dead
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Shooting and truck ramming at Michigan synagogue; suspect dead
#news #michigan https://6abc.com/post/active-shooter-reported-synagogue-michigan-sheriff/18706688/
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- Experts say online ratings still shape consumer choices despite flaws in the system
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- 3 days ago
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- Whether it's an Uber ride, a restaurant meal, or a customer service call, online ratings have become a routine part of how people judge everyday experiences - even as many acknowledge the system can be manipulated.
Marketing experts say five-star reviews still matter because both customers and businesses rely on them.
The rise of online shopping has changed how people decide what to buy, said Temple University marketing professor Monica Wadhwa. She said consumers increasingly browse and research products to validate their decisions. #fyp https://6abc.com/post/experts-say-online-ratings-shape-consumer-choices-despite-flaws-system/18706764/
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- Philadelphia Mayor proposes $7B budget with new taxes to fund schools, housing, pothole repair
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- 3 days ago
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- Mayor Cherelle Parker on Thursday unveiled a $7 billion budget proposal that she said would build on the progress of her first two years in office, with major investments in public safety, economic mobility and homelessness services, and several new taxes to help pay for them.
The proposal includes funding for initiatives in the 2027 fiscal year, as well as funding for a five-year plan that the mayor says will keep Philadelphia on a good fiscal footing.
#philadelphia #fyp
https://6abc.com/post/philadelphia-mayor-proposes-7-billion-budget-new-taxes-fund-schools-housing-pothole-repair/18707349/
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- New owners aim to revitalize shuttered Springfield Hospital
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- 3 days ago
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- Springfield Hospital is under new ownership, and its investors say they plan to bring the long-shuttered facility back to life.
KQT Aikens Partners closed on the property earlier this week for $1 million. The group also won the bid last September to purchase Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park.
#pennsylvania https://6abc.com/post/new-owners-aim-revitalize-shuttered-springfield-hospital/18707996/
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- Philadelphia family court judge charged with assaulting 2 women inside his home
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- 3 days ago
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- Philadelphia Family Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay after he was charged with assault in a domestic incident on Monday.
The Judicial Conduct Board said allowing him to remain on the bench during the criminal case would erode public trust in the system.
Charging documents outline an attack on two women inside Fanning's Torresdale home.
#news #philadelphia
https://6abc.com/post/philadelphia-family-court-judge-michael-fannin-arrested-assault-suspended-pay/18707461/
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- NJ man arrested after crashing into pole, fleeing scene: Police
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- 3 days ago
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- A driver suspected of driving while intoxicated fled the scene after a violent crash late at night along Old Black Horse Pike that brought down utility wires, sparked flames and left hundreds of residents without power, police said.
#newjersey https://6abc.com/post/driver-flees-fiery-crash-knocks-power-gloucester-township-nj/18707334/
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- Google Maps rolls out major AI upgrade with new search and navigation features
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Google Maps has launched its biggest update in a decade, introducing an AI-powered overhaul that allows users to ask complex, conversational questions the platform could not previously answer, including requests such as "find a public tennis court with lights for playing at night."
#technology #google #fyp https://6abc.com/post/google-maps-rolls-major-ai-upgrade-new-search-navigation-features/18706731/
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- WHAT'S THAT NOISE? Residents raise concerns about humming sound near data center
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Some residents in Vineland, New Jersey, say a persistent humming noise they believe is coming from a nearby data center under construction is disrupting their daily lives.
Neighbors in the area say the noise is coming from the facility on South Lincoln Avenue. Scott Montgomery, who lives about a half mile from the site, said the sound is often worse at night.
"It's just been very annoying. It's unsettling because you can hear it right now, and if you want to sit out here and relax, you have this constant buzzing. It's not construction," Montgomery said.
#news #newjersey #datacenter https://6abc.com/post/vineland-nj-residents-raise-concerns-humming-noise-data-center-south-lincoln-avenue/18707437/
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- TSA temporarily closes Terminal C security checkpoint at Philadelphia International Airport
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- TSA temporarily closes Terminal C security checkpoint at Philadelphia International Airport
https://6abc.com/post/tsa-temporarily-closes-phls-terminal-security-checkpoint/18705670/
#philadelphia #airport #tsa
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- Inside Wolfgang Puck's Oscars banquet for Hollywood's biggest stars
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- 3 days ago
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- Inside Wolfgang Puck's Oscars banquet for Hollywood's biggest stars
#oscars #academyawards #fyp https://6abc.com/post/inside-wolfgang-pucks-84dish-oscars-banquet-hollywoods-biggest-stars/18706942/
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- Old Dominion University suspect ID'd as ex-Army Nat. Guard member convicted of ISIS support: sources
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- 3 days ago
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- A person was killed and two others were wounded in a shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, on Thursday.
The school shooting was allegedly committed by a former Army National Guardsman who was convicted of giving material support to ISIS, an FBI official told ABC News.
The gunman opened fire in Constant Hall, an academic building, around 10:43 a.m. and was found dead minutes after officers arrived, Old Dominion University Police Chief Garrett Shelton said during a press briefing. #news #fypage https://6abc.com/post/2-injured-gunman-dead-shooting-old-dominion-university-school-says/18706436/
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- 2 injured, gunman dead in shooting at Old Dominion University, school says
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Two people are injured and a gunman is dead following a shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, on Thursday.
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- First purported message from Iran's new supreme leader read on state TV
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The first purported message from Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly installed supreme leader of Iran, was read on state TV on Thursday.
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- Woman caused roommate’s overdose death, then stole her money: DA
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- A Bucks County woman is accused of causing, and then exploiting, the death of her roommate.
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- Pedestrian struck by car in Warminster, Bucks County
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- A person was hit by a car in Warminster, Bucks County, on Thursday morning.
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- Fire on scrap metal barge in Delaware Bay extinguished
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The Coast Guard says a fire on a barge carrying scrap metal in the Delaware Bay is now out.
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- Teen girl assaulted after suspects snuck into Penncrest High School
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- An assault is under investigation after a teenage boy and his friend snuck into Penncrest High School and beat up a teenage girl.
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- State senator wants to impose stiffer penalties for intoxicated bus drivers
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- A Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to strengthen penalties against intoxicated school bus drivers.
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- TSA temporarily closes Terminal C security checkpoint at Philadelphia International Airport
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The Transportation Security Administration temporarily closed the security checkpoint in Terminal C at Philadelphia International Airport on Thursday.
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- Woman killed in random Tredyffrin Twp. shooting was nurse at CHOP
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- We are learning about the woman who was killed in what police call a random shooting in Chester County.
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- SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line service resumes after transformer fire
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- 4 days ago
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- Service has resumed on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line after a blown transformer forced the shutdown of a large stretch of the system on Wednesday afternoon.
The issue began around 3 p.m. at the 15th Street/City Hall Station. Chopper 6 was overhead as smoke could be seen rising from the entrance to the platform due to a fire.
#septa #philadelphia
https://6abc.com/post/septas-market-frankford-line-service-impacted-blown-transformer-center-city/18703720/
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- More than 30 cats rescued from home; owner facing animal cruelty charges
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- 4 days ago
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- Authorities in Bucks County removed more than 30 cats and kittens from a Levittown home this week after investigators say the animals were found living in filthy and unsafe conditions.
Bristol Township police's animal control officer and the Bucks County SPCA responded to the house on Orchid Lane on Tuesday morning.
According to the SPCA, this is not the first time they have been called to the property. The 62-year-old homeowner surrendered the animals and now faces animal cruelty charges.
#pennsylvania #animalcruelty
https://6abc.com/post/more-30-cats-rescued-levittown-pa-home-owner-facing-animal-cruelty-charges/18704703/
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- PennDOT fielding more than 3,800 pothole reports after rough winter
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- 4 days ago
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- As winter begins to wind down, PennDOT is dedicating crews to fix the pothole problems that plague the Philadelphia region.
As of March 7, PennDOT says it has received more than 3,800 pothole reports from drivers in the Philadelphia five-county area.
According to Helen Reinbrecht, the community relations coordinator at PennDOT, most of the pothole complaints have come from Montgomery and Bucks counties.
#pennsylvania #fyp #potholes https://6abc.com/post/penndot-fielding-more-3800-pothole-reports-rough-winter/18704761/
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- Teens considered other targets before trying to carry out NYC attack: Sources
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- 4 days ago
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- The two Pennsylvania teens charged with attempting to carry out what authorities described as an ISIS-inspired attack in New York considered other targets before driving into Manhattan late Saturday morning with homemade bombs, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
Investigators searching a storage unit in Bucks County, Pa., where the teens are from, discovered a notebook in which the teens wrote about soft targets like shopping centers, the sources said. No specific target was mentioned. #news #pennsylvania #nyc #terrorplot
https://6abc.com/post/gracie-mansion-plot-pa-teens-considered-other-targets-before-trying-carry-nyc-attack-sources/18704637/
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- Democratic candidates for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District meet in face-to-face forum
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- 4 days ago
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- With just about two months to go until primary Election Day in Pennsylvania, residents who reside in the 3rd Congressional District, currently served by Rep. Dwight Evans (D), had the opportunity to hear from the men and women who hope to replace him.
6abc Action News Anchor Sharrie Williams moderated The Black Women Have Questions: Congressional Forum on Wednesday night.
Democratic candidates who participated include (in alphabetical order):
Morgan Cephas, Pa. State Rep.
David Oxman, Physician
Chris Rabb, Pa. State Rep.
Ala Stanford, Physician
Sharif Street, Pa. State Rep.
The forum took place at the Mount Carmel Baptist Church.
Partners include Center 1968, Mount Carmel Baptist Church, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, PA Chapter, Inc., the National Congress of Negro Women, Delaware Valley Section, and the Urban League of Philadelphia.
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- The House Oversight Committee deposes Jeffrey Epstein's longtime accountant Richard Kahn
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The House Oversight Committee deposes Jeffrey Epstein's longtime accountant Richard Kahn
#politics #news #epsteinfiles #fypage
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- Suspect connected to murder of Philadelphia brothers added to FBI's 10 Most Wanted list
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- 4 days ago
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- The FBI is now offering a $1,000,000 reward for the arrest of a suspect wanted in connection with a horrific crime that happened more than a decade ago in Philadelphia.
Trung Duc Lu is now on the FBI's list of the 10 Most Wanted fugitives. He is accused of torturing, kidnapping and murdering two brothers in August 2014.
"Trung Lu has earned his spot on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list," said David Metcalf, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, during a news conference on Wednesday. #fbi #fbimostwanted #philadelphia #news #fyp https://6abc.com/post/trung-duc-lu-suspect-connected-murder-philadelphia-brothers-added-fbis-10-most-wanted-list/18702993/
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- Yemeni coffee houses grow in Philadelphia as demand rises for alcohol‑free social spaces
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- 4 days ago
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- A new wave of Yemeni coffee houses is taking root in Philadelphia, offering residents a late-night gathering spot without alcohol and introducing many to one of the world's oldest coffee traditions.
Haraz Coffee House, which opened a franchise in the city last April, is part of that expansion.
Co-owner Hamza Shaikh said he and his wife were the first to bring a Yemeni coffee shop to Philadelphia, showcasing beans from Yemen - the first nation on record to roast and brew coffee.
#coffee #philadelphia #fyp https://6abc.com/post/yemeni-coffee-houses-grow-philadelphia-demand-rises-alcoholfree-social-spaces/18703668/
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- 'He cries about the dog': Family pleads for return of stolen therapy dog as child is left devastated
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- 4 days ago
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- A family is asking for help after their dog, described as a source of comfort for a young child with autism, was taken from outside their home late last year.
Mahia, a 9-month-old Yorkie, belongs to Daretcabel Lapuerta and her 4-year-old son, Dalex.
Family members say Dalex has autism and is non-verbal, except when he is with the dog, whom they consider his therapy dog. #dog #philadelphia
https://6abc.com/post/philadelphia-family-pleads-return-stolen-therapy-dog-child-autism-left-devastated/18703743/
