Philadelphia Mayor Parker proposes $1 rideshare tax to fund public schools, prevent staff cuts

Mayor Cherelle Parker has proposed increasing Philadelphia's rideshare tax to $1 per trip to generate recurring local funding for the School District of Philadelphia, aiming to protect recent educational progress and prevent staff cuts.

Shots fired at car during crowded gathering at basketball court in Abington: police

Abington Township police are calling on Elkins Park residents to check their surveillance footage after a scary scene Sunday night when numerous shots rang out.

ICE agents at airports: Latest details as TSA wait times increase

ICE agents were seen in at least one major airport Monday to help with long TSA lines. Here are the latest details on where they’re working and what they’re doing.

VA providing $112M in grants for veteran suicide prevention programs across the country

The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.

Florida leads nation in ICE arrests so far this year

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Florida leads the nation in immigration arrests so far for this year.  

Delaware murder suspect tried to escape by climbing into ceiling of interview room: state police

A Delaware murder suspect who was arrested after more than a year on the run is accused of trying to escape custody by climbing through the ceiling of a state police interview room.

Trump extends deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump extended his deadline for striking Iranian power plants as pressure mounts over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says discussions will continue throughout the week as the war continues.

Suspect remains at large after armed robbery outside Christiana Mall: police

A teen suspect is in custody as the search continues for a second suspect after a robbery unfolded outside a mall in Newark, Delaware, this weekend.

Police: Fentanyl found in packaging of Barbie Dolls at Missouri store

Police in Missouri are continuing their investigation after fentanyl was found in the packaging of Barbie Dolls at a discount store.

California gas prices skyrocket near $6 average, widening lead as nation's costliest

California gas prices have surged to a statewide average of $5.76, nearly $2 higher than the national average, with some Los Angeles stations nearing the $9 mark.

Georgia woman accused of murder after allegedly using pills to end pregnancy

A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.

National Park Week 2026: When admission is free to celebrate America's 250th

National Park Week this year is celebrating two milestones - the 110th birthday of the NPS, and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Here are the details.