Code Purple air quality alert issued in Pennsylvania for Friday, July 17: What we know
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a statewide Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter (PM2.5) on Friday, July 17, 2026, due to wildfire smoke.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a statewide Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter (PM2.5) on Friday, July 17, 2026, due to wildfire smoke.
Unidentified man struck and killed on I-76 near Spring Garden exit in Philadelphia
A man was found dead on I-76 east near the Spring Garden Exit after being struck by a vehicle early Thursday, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
A man was found dead on I-76 east near the Spring Garden Exit after being struck by a vehicle early Thursday, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
Code Red air quality alert in effect across PA, NJ due to Canadian wildfire smoke
A statewide Code Red air quality alert is in effect across Pennsylvania and New Jersey today as smoke from Canadian wildfires brings unhealthy particle pollution to the region.
A statewide Code Red air quality alert is in effect across Pennsylvania and New Jersey today as smoke from Canadian wildfires brings unhealthy particle pollution to the region.
Canadian wildfire smoke impacts Philadelphia as heat index nears 100
Canadian wildfire smoke is lowering visibility and bringing the smell of smoke across the Philadelphia area. FOX 29 says the smoke will affect the region today and tomorrow, with the heaviest concentration expected around the area tonight. The region is also in its fifth heat wave of the year, with the heat index expected to feel around 100 degrees. Isolated storms are possible later today, with a better chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday to help break the heat and clear some of the smoke.
Canadian wildfire smoke is lowering visibility and bringing the smell of smoke across the Philadelphia area. FOX 29 says the smoke will affect the region today and tomorrow, with the heaviest concentration expected around the area tonight. The region is also in its fifth heat wave of the year, with the heat index expected to feel around 100 degrees. Isolated storms are possible later today, with a better chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday to help break the heat and clear some of the smoke.
Air quality safe after large fire at scrapyard just outside of Philadelphia prompts tests
Officials monitored air quality for potential contaminants after a fire broke out Wednesday at a scrapyard near Philadelphia. Two firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion and a shelter in place was lifted after the fire was brought under control.
Officials monitored air quality for potential contaminants after a fire broke out Wednesday at a scrapyard near Philadelphia. Two firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion and a shelter in place was lifted after the fire was brought under control.
Emergency demolition set after vacant West Philadelphia home collapses
A vacant home at 6055 Spruce Street in Philadelphia partially collapsed Wednesday morning, prompting emergency demolition plans and leaving nearby homes still occupied.
A vacant home at 6055 Spruce Street in Philadelphia partially collapsed Wednesday morning, prompting emergency demolition plans and leaving nearby homes still occupied.
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.
Philadelphia weather: Air quality forecast
FOX 29 meteorologists Scott Williams and Kathy Orr break down how the wildfire smoke from Canada will affect the area and the air quality.
FOX 29 meteorologists Scott Williams and Kathy Orr break down how the wildfire smoke from Canada will affect the area and the air quality.
Parker rebukes federal government's removal of slavery panels at President's House
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker rebuked the federal government's decision to remove slavery panels at the President's House overnight Tuesday and vowed to continue to fight to ensure "all of our history must be told."
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker rebuked the federal government's decision to remove slavery panels at the President's House overnight Tuesday and vowed to continue to fight to ensure "all of our history must be told."
Cheltenham School District to be reviewed in federal probe on handling of employee sexual misconduct
The United States Department of Education announced Friday that Cheltenham School District is one of 20 districts nationwide selected for review as part of a new initiative to protect students from adult sexual predators in schools.
The United States Department of Education announced Friday that Cheltenham School District is one of 20 districts nationwide selected for review as part of a new initiative to protect students from adult sexual predators in schools.
Excessive Heat Warning: Triple digit temperatures to roast Philadelphia on Wednesday
Temperatures in Philadelphia are expected to stretch into the triple digits on Wednesday as the region approaches its fifth heat wave.
Temperatures in Philadelphia are expected to stretch into the triple digits on Wednesday as the region approaches its fifth heat wave.
Excessive Heat Warning: Triple digit temperatures to roast Philadelphia on Wednesday
Temperatures in Philadelphia are expected to stretch into the triple digits on Wednesday as the fifth heat wave of the summer continues.
Temperatures in Philadelphia are expected to stretch into the triple digits on Wednesday as the fifth heat wave of the summer continues.
Delco’s Kevin McGonigle plays in MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park
Kevin McGonigle, originally from Aldan and a Bonner Prendie High School graduate, is back in town for the MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.
Kevin McGonigle, originally from Aldan and a Bonner Prendie High School graduate, is back in town for the MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.
Amazon data center under construction in Bucks County draws questions from residents
Residents attended a town hall in Falls Township, Bucks County, to discuss the Amazon data center under construction on the former U.S. Steel property, raising questions and concerns about the project.
Residents attended a town hall in Falls Township, Bucks County, to discuss the Amazon data center under construction on the former U.S. Steel property, raising questions and concerns about the project.
Philadelphia weather: Tuesday evening forecast
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions ahead of tonight's MLB All-Star Game and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr looks at current conditions ahead of tonight's MLB All-Star Game and breaks down the 7-day forecast.
Philadelphia weather: All-Star Game forecast
FOX 29 meteorologists Kathy Orr and Scott Williams break down the forecast for tonight's All-Star Game and check in with Breland Moore at Citizens Bank Park.
FOX 29 meteorologists Kathy Orr and Scott Williams break down the forecast for tonight's All-Star Game and check in with Breland Moore at Citizens Bank Park.
Man stopped with gun near West Chester No Kings protest receives prison sentence
Kevin Krebs, a Pennsylvania man who was stopped near a No Kings protest in West Chester with a loaded gun last summer, was recently sentenced to three years in prison.
Kevin Krebs, a Pennsylvania man who was stopped near a No Kings protest in West Chester with a loaded gun last summer, was recently sentenced to three years in prison.
Contractor shot to death by Philadelphia homeowner had ties to international criminal group: DHS
Federal investigators say a 20-year-old man who was working as a contractor when he was shot and killed by a Philadelphia homeowner was in the country illegally and had ties to an international criminal organization.
Federal investigators say a 20-year-old man who was working as a contractor when he was shot and killed by a Philadelphia homeowner was in the country illegally and had ties to an international criminal organization.
Philadelphia area braces for another round of extreme heat as region nears 5th heat wave
90 degree heat will continue on Tuesday before temperatures stretch into the triple digits by midweek as Philadelphia approaches its fifth heat wave of the summer.
90 degree heat will continue on Tuesday before temperatures stretch into the triple digits by midweek as Philadelphia approaches its fifth heat wave of the summer.
4 hurt after shooting erupts at Southwest Philadelphia playground
Four people were hurt when a shooting erupted Monday night at a playground in Southwest Philadelphia, according to police.
Four people were hurt when a shooting erupted Monday night at a playground in Southwest Philadelphia, according to police.