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Weather
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: See Where Up To 12 Inches Is Possible
Projected snowfall totals have increased as a fast-moving Nor’easter nears the region, with some locations now expected to see as much as a foot of accumulation. Click here for an updated story - Here's How Much Snow To Expect From Potent Winter Storm Snowfall will begin in the central Appalachians and parts of Virginia Saturday night, Jan. 18, before spreading into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Sunday, Jan. 19, according to the National Weather Service. "There is some data that suggests the storm could strengthen fast enough to be dubbed a bomb cyclone," said AccuWeather Senior Mete…
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Jehovah's Witness Sexually Abused Family Member Under 7 Years Old: PA AG (
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A former Jehovah’s Witness from Butler County has been convicted of sexually assaulting a young family member over several years, beginning when the victim was just seven, Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced Friday, Jan. 17. Shaun Sheffer, 45, was found guilty this week of multiple charges, including rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated indecent assault, and corruption of minors, according to the AG's Office. The assaults took place between 1995 and 2000, during which Sheffer had a close relationship with the victim. Authorities said the abuse began wh…
Weather
Here's Latest Projected Track, Timing, Snowfall Totals For Nor'easter Taking Aim At Region
Projections have been updated for the timing, track and snowfall totals for a fast-moving Nor’easter taking aim at the region. Click here for a new, updated story: Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: See Where Up To 12 Inches Is Possible Snowfall will begin in the central Appalachians and parts of Virginia Saturday night, Jan. 18, before spreading into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Sunday, Jan. 19, according to the National Weather Service. Timing, Track See the first image above Saturday Night: Snow begins in the central Appalachians and Virginia. Sunday …
Police & Fire
Police Officer Pointed Gun At Dump Truck Driver In I-95 Road Rage Incident In PA: Affidavit
A Collingdale police officer who was just sworn in on Sunday, Jan. 12, was fired on Thursday, Jan. 16, following serious charges stemming from an alleged road rage incident and shooting in Delaware County, authorities said. Kevon Darden, 28, of Ambler, PA, faces charges after reportedly pointing a firearm at a dump truck driver on I-95 on April 5, 2023, according to an affidavit of probable cause released by Pennsylvania State Police. The incident began at 8:58 a.m. on I-95 North near Mile Marker 8.0 in Ridley Township, PA State Police detailed in the affidavit. A dump truck drive…
Weather
First Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm: Up To Half-Foot Predicted In These Spots
The first snowfall projections have been released for a potentially major winter storm taking aim at the Northeast, with up to a half-foot of accumulation possible in a broad area. New update: Here's Latest Projected Track, Timing, Snowfall Totals For Nor'easter Taking Aim At Region A coating in some locations to as much as a few inches will extend from the southern Appalachians to the mid-Atlantic coast from Sunday afternoon, Jan. 19 into central and southeastern New England Sunday evening to early Monday, Jan. 20 on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "This means there is the risk of snow-…
Police & Fire
Driver Fleeing Illegal Target Car Meet Shot By Officer In Philadelphia
A Philadelphia police officer shot 22-year-old Quron Banks after he struck another officer while fleeing an illegal car meet early Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, police said. Officers monitoring the city for illegal car meets spotted a gathering at the Target parking lot on the 4000 block of Monument Street around 11:15 p.m., police said. Banks, driving a red Camaro known to be involved in illegal meets, sped off as police arrived, evading capture on I-76, authorities said. The Camaro was later found parked near 9th and Master streets around 2 a.m., according to police. Officers requested backu…
News
Two Men Plead Guilty In Deadly Shooting Of Philadelphia Police Sgt. James O’Connor
Two men pleaded guilty Wednesday to murder and racketeering charges in the March 2020 shooting death of Philadelphia Police Sgt. James O’Connor IV in Frankford, federal authorities announced. Hassan Elliott, 26, and Khalif Sears, 23, admitted their roles in the death of Sgt. O’Connor during a federal court hearing on Jan. 15, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania said. O’Connor, a 23-year police veteran and SWAT officer, was fatally shot on Friday, March 13, 2020, as police served a warrant at Elliott’s apartment on Bridge Street near Duffield Street, authoriti…
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Office Cites Zep Inc. For Chambersburg Gas Leak
A hazardous chemical gas release at a Chambersburg-based soap and detergent manufacturing facility has resulted in $161,310 in federal penalties, according to a U.S. Department of Labor announcement on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025. The investigation, led by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in its Philadelphia regional office, followed the July 2024 incident at AFCO, a manufacturing subsidiary of Zep Inc. based in Atlanta. The Chambersburg facility, which specializes in cleaning and sanitation products, experienced a nitrogen dioxide gas release during chemical processing. …
News
Snowy Savings: PA Ski Resorts Offer Deals For Beginners On 'Bunny Hill Weekends'
Whether you’re learning to ski for the first time or looking for family-friendly winter fun, Pennsylvania is encouraging you to hit the slopes. The state will have two more "Bunny Hill Weekends" in the winter, the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 14. The first was on the weekend of Saturday, Jan. 11, as the state's way of encouraging residents to check out Pennsylvania's more than 20 ski areas. Four resorts will offer exclusive deals on the weekends of February 8-9 and March 1-2. "In 2025, we want visitors to exp…
News
Teen Basketball Player, Top SAT Scorer Noah Scurry Fatally Shot In Philadelphia
A Philadelphia teenager and standout student-athlete was fatally shot outside his home on Rorer Street in the city’s 25th District, police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Officers arrived at the 5000 block of Rorer Street at 7:15 a.m. after reports of an armed male, authorities said. There, they found 17-year-old Noah Scurry suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, according to police. Scurry was transported to Albert Einstein Medical Center by Philadelphia Fire Department medics, where he was pronounced dead at 7:37 a.m., police said. Scurry was a basketball player and top SAT scorer in the…
Sports
A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans
NFL wide receivers specialize in reading defenses but one Philadelphia Eagles wideout's book he literally read on the sidelines is exploding in popularity. Eagles WR A.J. Brown was seen reading a book on the sidelines during Philly's 22-10 win over the Green Bay Packers in an NFC Wild Card game on Sunday, Jan. 12. Former baseball player-turned-author Jim Murphy wrote the book called 'Inner Excellence'. FOX Sports cameras caught Brown pulling out the book in a moment that went viral among sports fans. "I haven't seen too many people read books [on the sidelines] but I've seen a qu…
Police & Fire
Philly Teacher Who Made Threats To NJ Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report
Amir Doctry, who was arrested Monday, Jan. 13 after making threats that caused the Montclair school district to shut down, had been placed on leave for "erratic behavior," according to a report. The Northeast Elementary School teacher, was arrested at his home in Philadelphia, after posting a bizarre YouTube video in which he claimed he was going to be the next Montclair superintendent. In the video description, he wrote: "Joe must die school shooting Montclair school shooting kills Dr. Joe Racsim Racist Joe is dead. He dies tonight." Montclair Police Lt. Terrence Turner told the New York …
Sports
76ers, Flyers To Build New Arena In South Philly, Ending Plans For $1.3B Downtown Move
After years of debating, two of Philadelphia's major sports teams will have a new arena not too far from their current home. The new arena for the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers will be in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, which is also where they currently play in the Wells Fargo Center. The state-of-the-art arena will be built in a partnership between Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) and Comcast Spectacor, the companies said in a news release on Monday. Jan. 13. The arena billed as "one of the finest, most technologically advanced, and sustainable" arena…
Police & Fire
Stained Glass Shattered As Thief Steals Virgin Mary's Gold Crown From Philadelphia Church
A thief shattered a stained-glass window to break into a Philadelphia Catholic Church and stole a gold crown from a statue of the Virgin Mary, police announced on Monday, Jan. 13. The bold crime happened around 1:04 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, according to Philadelphia police. The suspect entered the sacred space, removed the crown adorned with gems from the statue, and fled into the night. Authorities have released surveillance footage showing the suspect and are seeking the public's help to identify him. The video can be viewed in the player below. Police warn the public not to approach t…
Police & Fire
Philadelphia Man Made Threats Against Co-Worker At NJ School: Police
A 45-year-old staff member at the Montclair School District was arrested and charged Monday, Jan. 13 with threatening a co-worker, causing all schools to be closed, police said. UPDATE: Bizzare YouTube Video Shows Threat Made By Montclair Teacher Placed On Leave: Report Officers began investigating after a threat was made via social media toward a specific staff member at Northeast Elementary School, Montclair police said. In collaboration with law enforcement, the Montclair School District closed as a precautionary measure, police said. Amir Doctry, a staff member currently on admini…
Police & Fire
4 Philadelphia Officers Injured, Suspects Arrested After Violent Illegal Car Meetup
Four officers were injured, and four people are in custody after an illegal car meetup in Wynnefield Heights turned violent, Philadelphia police said. The incident began just before midnight on Saturday, Jan. 13, when police responded to an illegal car meetup in front of the Target on Monument Road in Wynnefield Heights, authorities said. At least 50 vehicles were gathered at the scene. As officers arrived, the cars dispersed, with several driving recklessly, police said. Officers followed some of the fleeing vehicles to Broad and Tioga streets in North Philadelphia. That’s where the situa…
Police & Fire
Teen With Gun Surrenders After Philadelphia Barricade: Police
A 16-year-old boy armed with a gun surrendered peacefully after barricading himself inside a Philadelphia home, authorities announced. The standoff on the 1700 block of South Hollywood Street began at 1:14 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12, when police responded to reports of an armed individual inside a property. The situation was declared a barricade at 1:35 p.m., and SWAT was called to assist, police said. The teen voluntarily surrendered without incident at 3:03 p.m., according to authorities. No injuries to civilians or officers were reported, and a firearm was recovered from the scene, po…
Police & Fire
Man Missing In Delaware River At PA/NJ State Line: Police
Authorities are searching for a man who was seen in the Delaware River near the Pennsylvania/New Jersey state line, Philadelphia police announced Friday, Jan. 10. A witness reported seeing a Black or Hispanic man, believed to be in his late 20s to early 30s, in the water at Princeton Avenue and State Road in Philadelphia's 15th District at approximately 4:47 p.m., police said. The Philadelphia Police Marine Unit and Fire Department are actively searching the area for the individual. This is a developing story, and additional details were not immediately available.
Lifestyle
Here's Where Philly Ranks Among 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US
Traffic jams continue to plague urban centers across the United States, leading to lost time, increased costs, and frustration for millions of commuters. The 2024 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard sheds light on the cities most affected, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by drivers. Here are the 10 cities with the worst traffic, according to INRIX: New York City – The Big Apple leads the nation, with drivers losing countless hours in traffic. Chicago – The Windy City ranks second, with congestion remaining a major issue. Los Angeles – LA’s infamous gridlock earns it…
Business
Macy’s Closing 4 PA Locations Including Wanamaker Center City Philly Store
Macy’s, Inc. confirmed Thursday, Jan. 9, that its Center City Philadelphia store in the historic Wanamaker building will close, along with three other Pennsylvania locations, as part of the company's nationwide "Bold New Chapter" strategy. The Wanamaker building store at 1300 Market Street will shut its doors permanently, along with Macy’s locations at: Logan Valley Mall Exton Square Mall Wyoming Valley Mall These closures are part of Macy’s plan to eliminate 150 "underproductive stores" over three years, allowing the retailer to focus resources on 350 "go-forward" locations nationwide, …
Police & Fire
Philly Woman Dead, 7 Injured By DUI Hit-Run Driver Days Before New Year In NJ: Cops
A Camden County man is facing serious charges following a crash that left a Philadelphia woman dead and several others injured, authorities announced. William St. John, 27, was driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs when his vehicle struck another car around 2:10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, near Crescent Boulevard and Klemm Avenue in Gloucester City, Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Gloucester City Police Chief Brian Morrell said. St. John reportedly fled the scene but returned shortly afterward, police said. One of the victims, identified as 62-year-ol…
Sports
Philly Native, 'Music City Miracle' Star Frank Wycheck Had CTE When He Died: Family
Frank Wycheck, a Philadelphia native and Maryland Terrapin known for one of the most iconic plays in NFL history, had a severe form of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) when he died more than a year ago, his family said. Wycheck's family confirmed the former Tennessee Titans tight end's posthumous diagnosis of stage three CTE in a statement released on Thursday, Jan. 9. The Archbishop Ryan High School graduate died at 52 years old after falling and hitting his head in his Chattanooga, TN, home on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. The Wychecks have worked with Boston University’s C…
Police & Fire
Man Arrested In Cold-Hearted Convenience Store Slaying: Philadelphia Police
A 43-year-old man has been arrested in the brutal shooting death of Kenneth Kennedy-McLeod inside a Northeast Philadelphia convenience store, police announced on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Siddeeq Shakoor, 43, was taken into custody by the Homicide Fugitive Unit and charged in connection with the fatal shooting, Philadelphia Police said. Kennedy-McLeod, 37, was gunned down inside a convenience store on the 1500 block of Pratt Street just after midnight on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Officers were called to the area for a report of a "person with a gun" and found the victim suffering from gunshot…
News
14-Year-Old Shot Twice In Critical Condition: Philadelphia Police
A 14-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot twice in Philadelphia’s 16th District, police announced Monday, Jan. 6. The shooting happened at 7:02 p.m. on the unit block of Farson Street, authorities said. Officers found the teen with two gunshot wounds to his left leg. He was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition, according to police. The scene remains under investigation, with the Shooting Investigation Group leading the case. No arrests have been made, and no weapon has been recovered, officials said. Anyone with info…
Police & Fire
Couple Killed In Double Fatal Shooting IDd, Suspect Arrested: Philly Police
A couple was shot multiple times and killed inside a North Philadelphia home, and police have arrested a suspect for their murders, authorities announced on Monday, Jan. 6. Bilal Simmons, 46, was taken into custody and charged with murder. As a former convict, he has also been charged with violation of the Uniform Firearms Act, police said. The shooting occurred inside a private residence on the 1800 block of Diamond Street in the 22nd District at 3:03 p.m. on Dec. 19, 2024, authorities detailed in the release. When officers arrived, they found two victims with multiple gunshot wounds …
Weather
6 To 8 Inches Of Snow Could Fall In Parts Of NJ, PA: Here's The Latest Winter Storm Forecast
The first significant snowstorm of 2025 is expected to hit the region Sunday night, Jan 5, bringing up to 8 inches of snow to parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is expected to begin late Sunday night, continuing through Monday, Jan. 6 before tapering off into Monday night. Snow accumulations are forecast across the region, with the highest totals predicted in South Jersey (Vineland, Atlantic City, Cape May) and Philadelphia, where snowfall could reach 6 to 8 inches, new weather maps show. Greater Philadelphia could see 3 t…
Police & Fire
Woman Shot By Ex-Boyfriend, Crashes Car In Philadelphia (
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A 26-year-old woman was shot twice by her ex-boyfriend and later crashed into a parked car in Philadelphia’s West Mount Airy neighborhood, police announced. The domestic violence incident began just after 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2, along the 300 block of West Upsal Street, authorities said. Officers responded to a dispute between the victim and her 39-year-old ex-boyfriend, though no arrests were made at the time. Around 11:30 p.m., the woman was driving westbound in her Buick on Upsal Street when her ex-boyfriend allegedly pulled up alongside her in a white sedan, pulled out a gun, and fi…
Police & Fire
Parris Hall, 26, ID'd As Victim In Broad Daylight Philadelphia Shooting
The man killed in a broad daylight shooting on Wakeling Street in Philadelphia has been identified as 26-year-old Parris Hall, authorities announced. Philadelphia Police responded to the 1800 block of Wakeling Street at 10:19 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2, for a report of a person with a gun. Officers found Hall lying on the highway with multiple gunshot wounds, police said. Hall was rushed to Temple University Hospital, where he died at 10:40 a.m., investigators said. Thirteen 9mm fired cartridge casings were recovered from the scene, but no weapon has been found, and no arrests have been made…
Police & Fire
Armed Men Opens Fire In Philadelphia, Barricade Ends With 3 Arrests: Police
Three men were arrested following a barricaded person situation in Philadelphia's 35th District shortly after midnight on New Year's Day, police announced. Officers in the area of 1700 67th Avenue observed three males discharging firearms into the air around 12:10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1, police said. The suspects fled into a nearby property while still armed, prompting a barricade to be declared at 12:14 a.m., authorities added. The staging area was set at 67th Avenue and North Smedley Street as SWAT was called to the scene. The unit cleared the property, leading to the suspects' arrests,…
Police & Fire
Security Guard Shoots Knife-Wielding Man In Self-Defense At Germantown Banquet Hall: Police
A security guard fatally shot a knife-wielding man in what police are calling an act of self-defense at Treasures Banquet Hall on New Year’s Eve, Philadelphia police said. Officers from the 14th District were called to the 5500 block of Germantown Avenue for a report of a “Person with a Gun” on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m., authorities said. When police arrived, they found an unresponsive Black male suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest and multiple self-inflicted stab wounds, according to the release. The man was rushed to Jefferson Einstein Hospital, …
News
First Baby Of 2025 Born At Pennsylvania Hospital As
Nicu
Celebrates New Year
Pennsylvania Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2025 just minutes after midnight, alongside celebrations for four premature babies in the Intensive Care Nursery. Jenna and Ryan Mahoney rang in the new year with the birth of their son, Callum Patrick Mahoney, at 12:27 a.m. Callum weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and became the first baby born at a Penn Medicine hospital in 2025. The happy parents shared photos of their bundle of joy, who is said to be thriving. In addition to Callum’s arrival, four babies in the Intensive Care Nursery (ICN) also marked the New Year with special celebrations. Thes…
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