National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals and freebies

From Dairy Queen to Cold Stone, National Ice Cream Day 2026 is serving up some sweet deals.

Tracking storms in Philadelphia Saturday
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Scott Williams tracks the storms expected to come to the area Saturday. 

Father, son accused of kidnapping US Forest Service workers near Mt. Shasta

A father and son face federal charges after allegedly kidnapping two U.S. Forest Service employees near Mt. Shasta and holding them hostage for nearly 15 hours before surrendering to law enforcement.

Philadelphia suspends trash pickup Friday, closes pools and spraygrounds due to air quality

Philadelphia officials have issued a Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter, warning that air is very unhealthy to breathe due to wildfire smoke from Canada.

Family of death row inmate blames doctor in botched execution

The family of a Tennessee death row inmate, whose execution was halted because of problems inserting an IV, has filed a complaint, accusing the doctor of violating ethics after the failed execution in May. 

Shane Gillis to perform in Philadelphia amid Code Purple, 'very unhealthy' air quality

Comedian Shane Gillis is set to perform Friday at Lincoln Financial Field despite ‘very unhealthy’ air quality brought on by smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota. 

What is Code Purple air quality? What Code Orange, Red and Purple mean

Air quality alerts can change quickly during wildfire smoke events. Here’s what Code Orange, Code Red, Code Purple and Code Maroon mean, and when you should limit time outside.

Philadelphia air quality forecast: When could smoke begin to clear?
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FOX 29's Sue Serio has a look at the forecast and when the smoky conditions creating unhealthy air conditions could finally clear out of the area. 

LIVE Updates: Philadelphia, surrounding areas moved back to Code Red for wildfire smoke
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A Code Purple air quality alert has been issued for Pennsylvania as smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has worsened over the area Friday, creating 'very unhealthy' conditions.

Bodycam video released in deadly shooting of Kadir Skinner in Wilmington

Authorities in Delaware have released a series of body-worn camera videos from the June 24 officer-involved shooting that left a Kadir Skinner, 19, dead.

Wilmington residents demand answers after police shooting death of Kadir Skinner

Body camera video showing the police shooting that killed 19-year-old Kadir Skinner was released to the public, according to officials. Community members gathered for a rally, marching from the scene of the shooting to the Wilmington Police Department and calling for accountability.

Family discovers photo of themselves at San Diego Airbnb: ‘Insane’

A family staying at a San Diego Airbnb was shocked to discover a framed beach photo on the wall that appeared to feature themselves.

These states have the most residents in financial distress, data shows

A new WalletHub report reveals which states are facing the greatest financial strain, highlighting rising bankruptcy filings and lower credit scores.

Air quality alerts and tracking storms in the area
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the air quality alerts issued in the area. Plus, we're tracking storms for this weekend. 

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.

3 dead after carbon monoxide found in Ford Explorer

The presence of carbon monoxide was confirmed in a parked vehicle in Toledo, Ohio, where five people were found unresponsive and three of them died Wednesday in what an official described as an accident.

George Santos joins cast of FOX's ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’

Fifteen celebrities – including former congressman George Santos, sports champions, and reality TV royalty – are about to face the ultimate test of survival on Season 5 of FOX’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test."