Pope Leo XIV receives 2026 Liberty Medal
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Pope Leo XIV speaks after receiving 2026 Liberty Medal from the National Constitution Center 

Big Boy, the largest operating steam train, coming to Philadelphia on July 4th

The largest operating steam train known as ‘Big Boy’ will visit Philadelphia on the 4th of July, drawing thousands of train enthusiasts to the city to see the historic locomotive.

Happy Birthday Mike!
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Happy Birthday to FOX29's very own Mike Jerrick! 

Philadelphia 4th of July parade canceled due to heat
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The Salute to Independence Semiquincentennial Parade that was scheduled to roll through Center City on Friday has been canceled.

9-year-old soccer fan surprised with World Cup tickets
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A nine-year-old boy from Delaware County who broke his arm and needed surgery was surprised with tickets to the July 4 World Cup match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium, according to Philadelphia Soccer 2026.

Phillies fans battle 105-degree heat at ballpark
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Phillies fans and workers endured extreme heat exceeding 105 degrees at Citizens Bank Park during a game against the Pirates, with measures taken to help them cope.

Phillies fans face 105-degree heat at Citizens Bank Park as Pirates win 6-1

Phillies fans and workers endured extreme heat exceeding 105 degrees at Citizens Bank Park during a game against the Pirates, with measures taken to help them cope.

Heat cancels Queen Latifah concert in Philly
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Oppressive heat forced the cancellation of the highly anticipated 250th celebration concert at Independence Mall Thursday, July 2. The event was set to feature Queen Latifah, the U.S. Army Field Band, and the Soldiers Chorus for a salute to service.

Queen Latifah show canceled by heat; Philly 250th picnic, drone show go on

Oppressive heat forced the cancellation of the main 250th celebration concert in Philadelphia, but other events and festivities continued with modifications.

Update on officer-involved shooting outside of St. Christopher’s Hospital: FULL PRESSER
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Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel provided updates regarding a police-involved shooting that happened Thursday, July 2, at a bus stop on Erie Avenue in front of St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. Bethel also addressed community concerns about safety at the hospital.

Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites

Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.