FIFA World Cup preparations continue across Philadelphia as countdown hits 1 week
With one week to go before the FIFA World Cup begins, Philadelphia is seeing banners on the streets, new hospitality hubs and preparations for the 39-day Fan Fest at Lemon Hill.
With one week to go before the FIFA World Cup begins, Philadelphia is seeing banners on the streets, new hospitality hubs and preparations for the 39-day Fan Fest at Lemon Hill.
Philadelphia heat wave brings severe weather threat
Before summer even starts, the Philadelphia area is already in the midst of its second heat wave of 2026. The heat comes with a severe weather threat this weekend, as well as air quality impacts.
Before summer even starts, the Philadelphia area is already in the midst of its second heat wave of 2026. The heat comes with a severe weather threat this weekend, as well as air quality impacts.
City Council preliminarily approves Mayor Parker's $7B budget, kills proposed tax on rideshare
Philadelphia City Council approved Mayor Cherelle Parker's $7B budget on Thursday, but rejected a controversial proposed taxes on rideshare apps, delivery services, and hotels/short-term rentals.
Philadelphia City Council approved Mayor Cherelle Parker's $7B budget on Thursday, but rejected a controversial proposed taxes on rideshare apps, delivery services, and hotels/short-term rentals.
Weather Authority: Another heat wave begins
Temperatures are expected to stay in the low to mid 90s through the weekend, bringing the second heat wave of the season.
Temperatures are expected to stay in the low to mid 90s through the weekend, bringing the second heat wave of the season.
Philadelphia weather: Thursday evening forecast
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions from down the shore and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions from down the shore and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools going virtual on Friday due to extreme heat
More than 50 Philadelphia schools are being forced to hold virtual classes on Friday, June 5, because of forecasted heat in the city.
More than 50 Philadelphia schools are being forced to hold virtual classes on Friday, June 5, because of forecasted heat in the city.
4 sought in North Philadelphia shooting that killed 1, injured 4
Investigators in Philadelphia are searching for four people for their alleged involvement in a shooting late last month that left one person dead and four others hurt.
Investigators in Philadelphia are searching for four people for their alleged involvement in a shooting late last month that left one person dead and four others hurt.
Haiti co-captain Ricardo Adé carries nation’s World Cup dream 52 years in the making
Haiti is back in the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, and co-captain Ricardo Adé knows what that means. Born and raised in Saint-Marc, Adé dreamed of helping Haiti reach soccer’s biggest stage. Now, he’s preparing to lead his nation into the tournament — including a massive matchup against Brazil in Philadelphia. “This is a dream come true," Adé told FOX 29.
Haiti is back in the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, and co-captain Ricardo Adé knows what that means. Born and raised in Saint-Marc, Adé dreamed of helping Haiti reach soccer’s biggest stage. Now, he’s preparing to lead his nation into the tournament — including a massive matchup against Brazil in Philadelphia. “This is a dream come true," Adé told FOX 29.
Police investigating overnight triple shooting in Kensington
Investigators say three people were hurt in a shooting overnight in Philadelphia's Kensington section.
Investigators say three people were hurt in a shooting overnight in Philadelphia's Kensington section.
Philadelphia weather: Thursday forecast
FOX 29's Sue Serio has your Thursday forecast.
FOX 29's Sue Serio has your Thursday forecast.
Center City District SIPS returns to Philly for its 22nd summer
Center City SIPS, the popular midweek social hour for professionals looking to unwind after work, has officially returned to Philadelphia for its 22nd summer.
Center City SIPS, the popular midweek social hour for professionals looking to unwind after work, has officially returned to Philadelphia for its 22nd summer.
Rideshare, delivery taxes at center of Philadelphia’s $7B budget negotiations
Philadelphia City Council is continuing to debate Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed $6.9 billion budget, with key tax proposals still unresolved ahead of a planned vote.
Philadelphia City Council is continuing to debate Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed $6.9 billion budget, with key tax proposals still unresolved ahead of a planned vote.
Philadelphia weather: Wednesday evening forecast
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
Philly Pride 2026: Road closures, parking rules, and transit changes
The event will bring thousands to Center City and the Parkway, with significant impacts on travel and parking throughout the day.
The event will bring thousands to Center City and the Parkway, with significant impacts on travel and parking throughout the day.
Philadelphia weather: Wednesday forecast
FOX 29's Sue Serio has your Wednesday forecast.
FOX 29's Sue Serio has your Wednesday forecast.
What's the weather in Philly like this week?
FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down what to expect in weather the remainder of the week.
FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down what to expect in weather the remainder of the week.
Midtown Village Open Streets brings car-free nights to Center City Tuesdays
Center City's "Open Streets" series is now taking place on Tuesday nights in Midtown Village, offering a car-free, pedestrian-focused experience during happy hour and dinner.
Center City's "Open Streets" series is now taking place on Tuesday nights in Midtown Village, offering a car-free, pedestrian-focused experience during happy hour and dinner.
2 children hit by car while riding bikes in Philadelphia’s Mayfair neighborhood: police
Two children were hospitalized after being hit by a car while riding bikes in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood; both are expected to recover.
Two children were hospitalized after being hit by a car while riding bikes in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood; both are expected to recover.
Philadelphia weather: Tuesday evening forecast
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
Suspect sought after man fatally stabbed in Northeast Philly: police
Philadelphia Police are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in a fatal stabbing that occurred in Northeast Philadelphia on May 24, 2026.
Philadelphia Police are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in a fatal stabbing that occurred in Northeast Philadelphia on May 24, 2026.