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.
Philadelphia police arrest man in connection with deadly May stabbing
The Philadelphia Police Department has arrested and charged a suspect in connection with the fatal stabbing of 22-year-old Joshua Toth last month.
The Philadelphia Police Department has arrested and charged a suspect in connection with the fatal stabbing of 22-year-old Joshua Toth last month.
Philadelphia heat wave brings unhealthy air alert, severe storm threat this weekend
A stretch of 90-degree heat is bringing the Philadelphia region its second heat wave of the season, along with a Code Orange air quality alert and a chance for storms.
A stretch of 90-degree heat is bringing the Philadelphia region its second heat wave of the season, along with a Code Orange air quality alert and a chance for storms.
Before Philadelphia became a World Cup city, Diane McGraw helped prove soccer belonged
Diane McGraw helped prove soccer could draw a crowd in Philadelphia decades before the city became a World Cup host. Now, she is launching the World Peace Project with a USA watch party and youth soccer clinic.
Diane McGraw helped prove soccer could draw a crowd in Philadelphia decades before the city became a World Cup host. Now, she is launching the World Peace Project with a USA watch party and youth soccer clinic.
Beloved Philadelphia barber missing after jumping into Delaware River near Torresdale
Crews are searching the Delaware River near Torresdale for a missing swimmer who friends say disappeared after jumping from a boat early Friday.
Crews are searching the Delaware River near Torresdale for a missing swimmer who friends say disappeared after jumping from a boat early Friday.
Pennsylvania drivers can now be fined for holding phones under hands-free law: What to know
Pennsylvania drivers can now be fined under Paul Miller’s Law, which bans holding a phone or other mobile device while driving.
Pennsylvania drivers can now be fined under Paul Miller’s Law, which bans holding a phone or other mobile device while driving.
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.
Norristown teen charged with murder in fatal shooting of 15-year-old boy
A 16-year-old boy from Norristown has been charged with murder after a 15-year-old boy was shot and killed during a fight between groups of teenagers.
A 16-year-old boy from Norristown has been charged with murder after a 15-year-old boy was shot and killed during a fight between groups of teenagers.
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.
Horsham firefighter fired after racial slur broadcast on Montgomery County radio
A Horsham firefighter was fired after allegedly using a racial slur over the Montgomery County radio system during an emergency response.
A Horsham firefighter was fired after allegedly using a racial slur over the Montgomery County radio system during an emergency response.
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.