Winter storm: More than 240 million in path of dangerous ice, snow, and bitter cold air

More than 240 million people across more than 40 states, from Arizona to Maine, are in the path of a potentially historic winter storm that's expected to extend over 2,300 miles and deliver crippling snow and ice, beginning Friday night.

‘We are ready’: Parker declares snow emergency, Philly schools closed Monday

Mayor Parker ensured Philadelphia's readiness for the incoming winter storm and declared a Snow Emergency, urging residents to remain off the roads.

2-year-old girl in ICE custody: Judge orders release

A 2-year-old child from Ecuador who was taken into ICE custody with her father during a Minneapolis traffic stop on Thursday has been ordered to be released.

20 Philadelphia schools could close under district’s $2.8B facilities plan
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The Philadelphia School District is considering a plan that could close 20 schools as part of a $2.8 billion, 10-year effort to improve education and use resources more efficiently.

What we know about flight cancellations from snow storm
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A snowstorm is causing significant travel disruptions across the United States, with flight cancellations and delays affecting travelers at Philadelphia International Airport and beyond.

Philly shoppers rush for supplies before big snow
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Philadelphia residents are preparing for a potentially historic winter storm, leading to crowded stores and shortages of essential supplies.

Slavery exhibits removed from President's House at Independence National Historical Park

National Park Service workers removed slavery exhibits at the President’s House site at Independence National Historical Park on Thursday. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro have both responded to the removal, with the city reviewing its agreement with the federal government regarding exhibit changes.

5-year-old detained by ICE in Columbia Heights: Family came into US the 'right' way

The 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father, who were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), came to the U.S. the "right" way, the family's lawyer said Thursday.

Man charged with rape, abduction of teen girls in North Philly less than 2 months after prison release

New details emerge after Philadelphia police say a 27-year-old man is behind bars after a 16-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted during a lengthy drive in North Philly. Investigators believe the suspect, Jonathan John, has been connected to other sex assault cases in the city for years.

Man charged after teen girl reports sexual assault during 7-hour drive
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New details emerge after Philadelphia police say a 27-year-old man is behind bars after a 16-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted during a lengthy drive in North Philly. Investigators believe the suspect, Jonathan John, has been connected to other sex assault cases in the city for years.

Villanova reopens campus after threat of violence
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Villanova University closed its campus this morning due to a threat of violence. This comes five months after the campus faced two back-to-back threats.

Winter storm watch vs. warning: What's the difference?

Philadelphia is bracing for a significant snowstorm this weekend that forecasters say could bring a foot of snow to the city and parts of the suburbs.

Villanova closes Thursday after receiving threat against academic building

Villanova University closed on Thursday after officials say the school received "a threat of violence targeted at an academic building." An all-clear alert was issued allowing the university to resume normal operations.