2 off-leash dogs shot after approaching licensed gun owner in Philadelphia: police

A man who is licensed to carry a firearm shot at two off-leash dogs after they ran toward him on a street in Philadelphia. He yelled for the dogs' owner to control them before firing, police say.

No charges for Florida JSO officer in arrest of man punched, dragged from his car

Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.

Philadelphia weather: More showers on the way Thursday afternoon and evening

Forecasters expect muggy conditions on Thursday to give way to another round of afternoon and evening storms that could cause flash flooding in some areas.

Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior

The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.

SEPTA service cuts move forward after failing to secure crucial funding

Faced with a $213M budget crisis, SEPTA will move forward with sweeping service cuts after the deadline has past to secure crucial funding from Pennsylvania leaders.

SEPTA service cuts move forward after funding falls flat
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Faced with a $213M budget crisis, SEPTA will move forward with sweeping service cuts after the deadline past to secure crucial funding from Pennsylvania leaders.

America?s 250th birthday's economic impact on Philadelphia
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The City of Philadelphia could generate $1-2 billion while celebrating America?s 250th birthday positively impacting the city's economy, according to research and a tourism expert.

Residents outraged over proposed 50 percent rent hike in Montgomery County
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Residents of a 55-plus community in Montgomery County, are facing a significant challenge due to a proposed rent increase of over 50 percent set to take effect on September 1.

Proposed 50 percent rent hike sparks outrage with 55-and-older community in Montgomery County

Residents of a 55-plus community in Montgomery County, are facing a significant challenge due to a proposed rent increase of over 50 percent set to take effect on September 1.