Severe storms with damaging winds possible Monday afternoon and evening
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Meteorologists warn that a line of strong storms moving east from the Midwest could bring scattered showers in the morning followed by potentially severe thunderstorms Monday afternoon into the evening. While the tornado threat is low in the Delaware Valley, damaging wind gusts up to 40 mph could bring down tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. 

Tornado watch vs. warning: How to stay safe during severe weather

Tornadoes may be a rare occurrence in the Northeast, but it is still important to know when and how to stay safe when severe weather threatens your home.

Tornado warnings possible Monday as strong storms roll into Philadelphia area

After a mild weekend, forecasters say rounds of storms with the potential for damaging winds and isolated tornadoes could impact the Philadelphia region on Monday.

Infant killed after ambulance with DUI driver crashed en route to Philly hospital: Police

A mother was trying to get her child to the hospital when police say the drunk driver of their ambulance collided with another vehicle in Northeast Philadelphia, killing the infant and seriously injuring the mother.

Weather Authority: Sunday morning forecast
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Storms are expected across the Philadelphia region on Monday after a mild weekend.

Weather Authority: Cold start, St. Patrick’s Day sunshine and storm threat ahead in Philadelphia
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Philadelphia starts the day with a chilly and windy forecast, but some sunshine is expected to break through in time for the St. Patrick’s Day parade. FOX 29 meteorologist Drew Anderson says temperatures will climb into the 50s Sunday, with clouds returning later in the day. He’s also warning viewers about a rough start to the week, with strong storms, heavy rain and the potential for damaging winds on Monday. The Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day parade streams live Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on FOX Local Philadelphia.

Philadelphia sues Glock, claims company helps fuel city’s gun violence

Philadelphia is suing Glock, accusing the gun maker of advertising switches, small devices that make semi-automatic handguns fully automatic, even though the company doesn't sell them itself.

Weather Authority: windy weekend ahead
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FOX 29 meteorologist Scott Williams breaks down what to expect this weekend and looks at the ten day trend.

Woman's body found in water at FDR Park: police

Investigators say a woman's body was pulled from the water at FDR Park on Friday afternoon.

Philly students, families voice concerns over plan to close schools

Hundreds packed a town hall at the School District of Philadelphia headquarters Thursday to weigh in on the district’s proposed $2.8 billion school facilities plan, which includes closing several schools.

Mayor Parker proposes ride share and delivery taxes in $7B budget plan

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has unveiled a $7 billion budget plan for fiscal year 2027 that includes new taxes on ride-share trips and retail deliveries.

Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Road closures and parking restrictions

The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, organized by the Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Observance Association, will kick off Sunday, March 15 at 11:15 a.m., celebrating 250 years of Irish contributions to America with a procession through the city’s historic core.

Life expectancy in Philadelphia is below average: report

The estimated life expectancy at birth for Philadelphia was 75 years in 2023, according to data released by the City Health Dashboard.

How can it be 80 degrees one day and near freezing the next in Philadelphia?

The Northeast has seen wild temperature swings — from record 80s one day to snow showers the next. Scientists say weather patterns like cold fronts and climate factors help explain it.