Former Philly detective found guilty for role in wrongful murder conviction
James Pitts, a former Philadelphia homicide detective, has been found guilty of physically abusing a murder suspect to get a false confession and then lying about it under oath, according to the DA.
James Pitts, a former Philadelphia homicide detective, has been found guilty of physically abusing a murder suspect to get a false confession and then lying about it under oath, according to the DA.
'Hamburglar' heist: 400 cases of beef stolen in recent spate of Philadelphia cargo thefts
It seems Philadelphia may have its very own “Hamburglars" wreaking havoc on the city's meat supply!
It seems Philadelphia may have its very own “Hamburglars" wreaking havoc on the city's meat supply!
Weather Authority: 6 p.m. Tuesday forecast
FOX 29 Weather Authority 6 p.m. Tuesday forecast.
FOX 29 Weather Authority 6 p.m. Tuesday forecast.
Local cheesemonger Jake Heller wins national Cheesemonger Invitational
Philly native Jack Heller was crowned the best cheesemonger in the nation at this year's Cheesemonger Invitational.
Philly native Jack Heller was crowned the best cheesemonger in the nation at this year's Cheesemonger Invitational.
400 cases of beef stolen in string of Philadelphia cargo thefts
Police are investigating a recent spate of cargo thefts in Philly after they say 400 cases of beef were stolen from the back of an unattended cargo truck early Tuesday morning.
Police are investigating a recent spate of cargo thefts in Philly after they say 400 cases of beef were stolen from the back of an unattended cargo truck early Tuesday morning.
Sam Collington murder: Man sentenced in 2021 shooting death of Temple University student
A gunman convicted of fatally shooting Temple University student Sam Collington will spend decades behind bars, a Philadelphia court ruled Tuesday.
A gunman convicted of fatally shooting Temple University student Sam Collington will spend decades behind bars, a Philadelphia court ruled Tuesday.
Man fatally shot in his car in West Philadelphia: police
Police are hunting for a homicide suspect after a man was found in his car with a bullet to the chest.
Police are hunting for a homicide suspect after a man was found in his car with a bullet to the chest.
Man stabbed in the head in North Philadelphia: police
A North Philadelphia incident escalated into violence on Monday night when a man was stabbed in the back of the head, authorities say.
A North Philadelphia incident escalated into violence on Monday night when a man was stabbed in the back of the head, authorities say.
Man hospitalized after overnight shooting in Feltonville: police
Police are searching for the suspect in a Feltonville shooting that left a man hospitalized late Monday night.
Police are searching for the suspect in a Feltonville shooting that left a man hospitalized late Monday night.
Philadelphia weather: Heat again for Wednesday ahead of severe storms
A cold front will bring those scattered storms from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning as temperatures start to drop.
A cold front will bring those scattered storms from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning as temperatures start to drop.
What is the Phillies biggest area of need?
Heading into the trade deadline, do the Phillies need more help in the outfield or bullpen?
Heading into the trade deadline, do the Phillies need more help in the outfield or bullpen?
Alec Bohm surprises Phillies fan at Home Run Derby
Alec Bohm hit 21 homers in the first round and was ultimately unseated by Dodger's outfielder ? and eventual home run derby winner ? Teoscar Hernandez in a sudden death "swing off."
Alec Bohm hit 21 homers in the first round and was ultimately unseated by Dodger's outfielder ? and eventual home run derby winner ? Teoscar Hernandez in a sudden death "swing off."
Philadelphia heat wave expected to reach 100 degrees
Excessive heat warnings in the area as temperatures climb to 100 degrees.
Excessive heat warnings in the area as temperatures climb to 100 degrees.
19 vehicles broken into, vandalized in South Philly under investigation: police
More than a dozen vehicles were broken into and vandalized late Sunday night in South Philadelphia as police begin to investigate.
More than a dozen vehicles were broken into and vandalized late Sunday night in South Philadelphia as police begin to investigate.
19 vehicles badly vandalized in South Philly under investigation
More than a dozen vehicles were broken into and vandalized late Sunday night in South Philadelphia as police begin to investigate.
More than a dozen vehicles were broken into and vandalized late Sunday night in South Philadelphia as police begin to investigate.
Weather Authority: Monday night forecast
FOX 29's Kathy Orr breaks down the scorching heat that will continue to form the third heat wave this summer in the Philly area.
FOX 29's Kathy Orr breaks down the scorching heat that will continue to form the third heat wave this summer in the Philly area.
Copa America Final chaos raises security concerns ahead 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philly
Chaos ensued at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Sunday night when soccer fans who came to see the Copa America final rushed the gates near security checkpoints hours before kickoff. With the World Cup two years away from being hosted right here in Philadelphia, many wonder what security measures will be taken to ensure the same does not happen.
Chaos ensued at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Sunday night when soccer fans who came to see the Copa America final rushed the gates near security checkpoints hours before kickoff. With the World Cup two years away from being hosted right here in Philadelphia, many wonder what security measures will be taken to ensure the same does not happen.
Grandma describes moments after toddler fell from window in Kensington: ‘It was an accident’
A grandmother is speaking out after her 2-year-old granddaughter, Naomi, fell from a window on the second floor of their residence in Kensington Sunday night. The toddler is listed in critical condition, Philadelphia police say. The incident is being investigated by the Special Victims Unit.
A grandmother is speaking out after her 2-year-old granddaughter, Naomi, fell from a window on the second floor of their residence in Kensington Sunday night. The toddler is listed in critical condition, Philadelphia police say. The incident is being investigated by the Special Victims Unit.
City giving out free incentives as thousands of workers return to office due to Mayor Parker mandate
Approximately 4,500 remaining remote workers must return to the office on Monday after a judge denied an injunction over an order from Mayor Cherelle Parker. FOX 29's Ellen Kolodziej captures reactions to the news from Philly business owners and city workers.
Approximately 4,500 remaining remote workers must return to the office on Monday after a judge denied an injunction over an order from Mayor Cherelle Parker. FOX 29's Ellen Kolodziej captures reactions to the news from Philly business owners and city workers.
Grandmother speaks out after toddler falls from 2nd-floor window in Kensington
A grandmother is speaking out after her 2-year-old granddaughter Naomi fell from a window on the second floor of their residence in Kensington Sunday night. The toddler is listed in critical condition, Philadelphia police say.
A grandmother is speaking out after her 2-year-old granddaughter Naomi fell from a window on the second floor of their residence in Kensington Sunday night. The toddler is listed in critical condition, Philadelphia police say.




















