Police Seek Driver Who Pointed Gun on School Bus
Police are hunting a green sedan driver accused of pointing a gun at eighth‑graders on a school bus returning from a field trip in New Hanover Township on Oct. 16.
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I-95 Delays Near Tacony‑Palmyra Bridge After Crash and Stalled Car
A northbound crash and a stalled vehicle caused early‑morning congestion on I-95 near the Tacony‑Palmyra Bridge, according to PennDOT.
Firefighters Contain Early-Morning Blaze on East Atlantic Street
Firefighters quickly contained a property fire on East Atlantic Street in Kensington early Monday, controlling the blaze within 25 minutes and reporting no injuries.
Philadelphia in Color Showcases Mid‑Century Life via 200+ Photographers
‘Philadelphia in Color’ is a new book and exhibition featuring over 200 photographers’ mid‑century images of the city, compiled by Hidden City.
Philadelphia Still Among Nation’s Least Safe Cities After Homicide Drop
A national study finds Philadelphia still ranks among the least safe U.S. cities, despite a 24% drop in homicides in 2026.
One dead, four injured in Fairhill shooting
A shooting in Fairhill on Sunday left one person dead and four others injured, with the victim dying at Temple University Hospital.
Officer Shane Seiber Funeral to Cause West Philly Road Closures
A funeral for Officer Shane Seiber in West Philadelphia on Oct. 19 will involve temporary road closures. He was shot and killed on Oct. 10.
Thousands Run Market Street to Honor Fallen Officer
Thousands ran on Market Street Sunday in a Philadelphia Police Foundation event honoring a fallen officer, part of the annual Run for Blue that attracts large crowds.
Three injured after car hits crane on closed I‑95 ramp
A 2012 Honda Accord hit a crane on a closed I‑95 ramp in Philadelphia early Sunday, injuring three people.
Philadelphia heating costs expected to rise 9% this winter
Heating costs for Philadelphia residents are projected to climb roughly 9% this winter, reflecting a nationwide pressure on household budgets.
Vehicle Plunges Into Closed Construction Hole on 21st Street
A vehicle disregarded a closed‑road sign and fell into a construction hole at 21st and Laveer Street in West Oak Lane on Saturday night.
New Kensington Cleanup Operation Begins Amid Ongoing City Blitz
Outreach workers and residents launched a new street-cleanup in Kensington as part of the city’s ongoing blitz to curb drug activity and homelessness.
One Dead, Four Injured in Kensington Lounge Shooting
One person was killed and four injured in a shooting at a Kensington lounge on October 18, 2026.
One Dead, Four Injured in North Philadelphia Early‑Morning Shooting
A shooting at a North Philadelphia home early Sunday morning resulted in one death and four injuries, prompting police response and hospital care for the victims.
Vehicle Fire Kills Unidentified Person in Southwest Philadelphia
A vehicle fire in Southwest Philadelphia on October 18, 2026 killed an unidentified person.
SEPTA rolls out new regional rail schedule
SEPTA launched a new regional rail schedule in Philadelphia on October 18, 2026, with revisions lasting at least three months as part of its quarterly updates.
One Killed, Four Injured in North Philadelphia Bar Shooting
A bar shooting in North Philadelphia early Sunday resulted in one fatality and four injuries among five victims.
AccuWeather Forecasts Patchy Frost and Upcoming Coastal Storm
AccuWeather predicts possible patchy frost on October 19 in Philadelphia and warns of a coastal storm later in the week.
Philly AIDS Thrift Marks 21 Years with South Street Party
Philly AIDS Thrift celebrated its 21st birthday with an afternoon block party on South Street on Oct. 18, 2026. The shop, a long‑standing nonprofit, uses events like this to further its mission.
Philadelphia Mother and Toddler Die After Kensington Fire
A mother and her toddler died following a house fire in Kensington on October 18, 2026, with the mother passing away days after her child. The fire began around 3:30 a.m. on D Street near Ontario Street.
