Pennsylvania

How a weakening polar vortex could fuel a potentially brutal winter in the Northeast

November 17, 2025 7:54am EST

A cold blast has gripped the Northeast, and meteorologists say it could be a sign of what’s to come. The FOX Weather Forecast Center reports that conditions are lining up for a potential polar vortex winter, setting the stage for a cold and active start to the season.

Man fatally shot during attempted car theft overnight in North Philadelphia: police

November 17, 2025 7:00am EST

Investigators believe a man who was attempting to break into a car was shot and killed overnight in North Philadelphia.

SEPTA union members vote to authorize strike

November 16, 2025 10:33pm EST

SEPTA union members on Sunday voted to authorize a strike as Transport Workers Union Local 234 works to negotiate a new contract.

36-year-old man shot, killed in South Philadelphia overnight

November 16, 2025 12:46pm EST

Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Sunday morning in South Philadelphia.

Norristown man charged with murder after body found in trash can along Schuylkill River Trail

November 16, 2025 9:05am EST

A man living unhoused in Norristown has been charged with first-degree murder after another man’s body was discovered stuffed inside a trash can near the Schuylkill River Trail, Montgomery County prosecutors announced Saturday.

22-year-old man shot, killed at Cheltenham Avenue gas station in Philadelphia

November 16, 2025 8:29am EST

Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened along West Cheltenham Avenue, where officers say a gunman opened fire before running away.

Sen. John Fetterman home from hospital after heart condition flare-up, fall

November 15, 2025 4:12pm EST

Fetterman said that he received 20 stitches after he got light-headed and fell while on a walk, but has fully recovered.

Man killed in deadly Ogontz shooting, Philadelphia police begin homicide investigation

November 15, 2025 12:36pm EST

Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday in the city's Ogontz neighborhood area.

Infant formula sold in Pennsylvania and New Jersey recalled, linked to growing botulism outbreak: FDA

November 15, 2025 7:55am EST

Federal health officials are urging parents in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to throw out all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after a nationwide recall tied to a growing outbreak of infantile botulism — a rare but potentially life-threatening illness.

Multiple Southwest Philly homes hit in burglary spree; suspect sought: police

November 14, 2025 6:49pm EST

An investigation into a string of residential burglaries in Southwest Philadelphia is under police investigation.

Old City businesses struggle amid ongoing construction

November 14, 2025 6:33pm EST

Old City business owners are expressing frustration over the negative impact the ongoing construction has had on their stores.

Bucks County philanthropist Gene Epstein surprises 400 with $100 cash gifts

November 14, 2025 6:20pm EST

With the cost of living climbing, some families are finding it tough to put food on the table. But a local philanthropist is stepping up to help.

Philadelphia zoo mourns loss of beloved lioness Tajiri

November 14, 2025 4:07pm EST

The Philadelphia Zoo is mourning the loss of Tajiri, a beloved African lioness who passed away at the age of 15 after a recent cancer diagnosis.

FOP Lodge #5 asks DOJ to investigate Philadelphia's promotional policies for police, sheriffs departments

November 14, 2025 1:55pm EST

FOP Lodge #5 has asked the Department of Justice to investigate the city's promotional practices within the Philadelphia Police Department and Sheriff's Office.