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August 1, 2022

Famous Philadelphia Cheesesteak shop fire caused by electrical malfunction

A fire in PA sparked by an electrical malfunction damaged a well-known Philly cheesesteak shop, Jim's Steaks. The owner said damages weren't as bad as expected.

July 28, 2022

Philadelphia wedding cut short as brawl ends with woman shot by another guest, police say

A Philadelphia wedding devolved into chaos Wednesday night when a group of female guests began brawling, and one pulled out a gun, according to authorities.

July 26, 2022

On this day in history in 1775, US postal system established under Ben Franklin

The U.S. postal system, under Benjamin Franklin's leadership, was created by the Second Continental Congress on July 26, 1775 — aiding communication during the American Revolution and beyond.

July 25, 2022

New Jersey woman sentenced to prison for viral $400K GoFundMe scam for homeless veteran

New Jersey woman Kate McClure was sentenced to one year and one day in prison in a federal GoFundMe fraud case in which she and an ex-boyfriend raised $400,000 under false pretenses.

July 24, 2022

Philadelphia teenager dies after being shot in the head

A shooting in Philadelphia on late Saturday night has left one 19-year-old dead. Police say that the suspect may have shown up at a nearby hospital.

July 22, 2022

Philadelphia swimmer trio kicked out of pool 'started swinging' at staff, vandalized cars

Five employees at a Philadelphia swimming pool were injured and three cars were vandalized by swimmers who were asked to leave a Philadelphia pool.

July 21, 2022

Philadelphia woman charged with murder in death of 3-year-old girl in her care

A Philadelphia woman has been charged in the death of a 3-year-old girl who died while in her care and who was receiving foster care services.

July 21, 2022

Philadelphia gunman dressed in black opens fire on public sidewalk in broad daylight: Caught on camera

Shocking video shows a man open fire in broad daylight on a public Philadelphia sidewalk earlier this week, shooting his victim in both of his legs, police said.

July 20, 2022

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney hasn't met with families of city's 300 homicide victims this year

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said he hasn't met with any of the families of the city's 300 homicide victims this year as gun violence continues to play out in the streets.

July 20, 2022

Sesame Place accused of racism after mom posts video of Rosita character denying Black daughters hug at parade

Sesame Place in Philadelphia apologized and promised equity training after a mother alleged racism and posted a video of her Black girls ignored by a muppets character at a parade.