Rat infestation plagues Bensalem community as 'freaked out' residents seek help

A rat infestation, which residents say began about a year ago, has significantly worsened in recent months, prompting desperate pleas for help from local and county officials.

1 juvenile killed, 5 injured after single-vehicle crash on Christopher Columbus Boulevard

Tragedy struck early Friday morning when a vehicle packed with juveniles went airborne off an I-95 ramp in South Philadelphia, claiming the life of one and injuring five others.

Hoverboard battery blamed for Mayfair house fire that displaced family of 4

Investigators say a hoverboard is to blame for the early-morning fire that destroyed a home in Mayfair on Thursday. Now, the Red Cross is assisting the family of three.

Philadelphia weather: Thursday evening forecast
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FOX 29 meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the 7-day forecast and goes on an amusement park ride in Long Beach Island, New Jersey.

Police wrap up search at Olney home in Eugene Horsch drugs, weapons case

Philadelphia Police say they've wrapped up their weeks-long search at the Olney home of Eugene Horsch on Thursday, as crews continue a drugs and weapons investigation that may also be connected to the disappearance of two women.

Philadelphia traffic fatality rate highest among major U.S. cities, new report reveals

The report cites the latest available data from the National Highway Safety Administration collected in 2024, saying that Philadelphia had 9.04 fatalities per 100,000 population.

Union beat Red Bulls 3-1 in return from World Cup break

After nearly two months away, the Philadelphia Union are back on the pitch, and they returned to a fan base energized by the excitement surrounding this summer’s FIFA World Cup.

Olney property excavated following gun arrest and missing persons leads

Police are excavating a property in Olney as a major investigation into a resident expands to include potential leads on missing persons cases.

Penndel land ordinance forces resident to remove emotional support chickens

A Penndel Borough land ordinance has forced an unidentified resident to give up six emotional support chickens, leaving her without animals her therapist recommended.

Eugene Horsch: Detectives begin excavating yard of Olney home at center of ongoing investigation

Law enforcement officers and utility crews with equipment began excavating the yard of 44-year-old Eugene Horsch's Philadelphia home. Horsch was arrested in June for drugs and weapons, and the investigation has since expanded to involve two missing women.

Philadelphia weather: Scattered storms possible on Wednesday, sunny stretch ahead

The threat of scattered storms will continue on Wednesday, but forecasters don't expect it to be as impactful as Tuesday night's system that triggered tornado warnings in parts of South Jersey.

Philadelphia’s World Cup legacy: How the City of Brotherly Love welcomed the world

Philadelphia did more than host the World Cup. The city welcomed nations, cultures and fans from around the globe — and made them feel at home. Here is a look back at the moments that made Philadelphia’s tournament unforgettable.