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August 23, 2025 19-year-old charged with carjacking couple at gunpoint in West Philly
The KYW Newsradio All Local: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 (Morning Edition):
The first round of aggressive SEPTA cuts takes effect tomorrow morning, throwing commutes around the region into turmoil. Subway, trolley, and bus service will be slashed by 20% tomorrow, the day before the first day of Philadelphia public schools. Septa General Manager Scott Sauer says the 50,000 students who use SEPTA may need to find alternate routes.
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A SEPTA bus in Frankford was hit by gunfire Friday afternoon after officials say an altercation broke out between two men.
SEPTA Spokesperson Andrew Busch says it happened just before 5 p.m. aboard a Route 3 bus traveling on Frankford Avenue. One of the men got off the bus between Womrath and Worrell Streets, turned and fired into the bus.
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A 19-year-old has been charged in connection with a violent carjacking earlier this year in West Philadelphia.
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The shortage of Black teachers is the issue up for discussion Sunday at the Free Library of Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia City Controller Christy Brady says the Department of Licenses and Inspections took chances with building safety by failing to review some documents at construction sites. The Department says it’s already taking corrective action.
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August 22, 2025 No indication of an 11th-hour legislative funding agreement to prevent SEPTA service cuts
While state legislative leaders continue to negotiate a mass transit funding deal, SEPTA says it’s going ahead with plans to slash service starting Sunday.
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There's a coastal flood warning for the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches until 2 a.m. Saturday, as Hurricane Erin continues to kick up dangerous surf.
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Local and federal law enforcement are trying to find whoever is responsible for hoax 911 calls about an active shooter on Villanova’s campus.
The alert sent first-year students and their families who were in town for orientation, running to get to a safe place.
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Meanwhile, Villanova students, parents, faculty and the surrounding community are trying to process the stress of yesterday’s events
While there was no actual shooter, the fear felt by those barricading was all too real.
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August 22, 2025 Hurricane Erin poses flooding risk in low-lying areas along NJ, Del. coasts
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 (midday edition):
New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend.
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The search is on for whoever made the hoax 911 calls that sent Villanova's campus into a panic yesterday afternoon.
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The Phillies welcome the Nationals tonight for a three-game series. Also tonight: the Eagles' preseason finale.
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August 22, 2025 Active shooter incident reported at Villanova University was a ‘cruel hoax,’ officials say
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 (morning edition):
Investigators are trying to find out who phoned in a fake report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova University on Thursday.
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New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend.
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Pennsylvania is joining 20 other states in asking for the federal government to intervene immediately in a deadly drug problem involving counterfeit pills that are sold online.
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Philadelphia police arrested a third suspect wanted in last month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry that left three people dead and nine others wounded.
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August 21, 2025 Man shot by police in Chester after authorities say he fired first
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (evening edition):
Three days before SEPTA slashes service because of its budget shortfall, there’s no indication that a funding solution is close.
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A Montgomery County man, who spent 30 years in prison before being released after life sentences for juveniles were ruled unconstitutional, has been sentenced for stealing tens of thousands of dollars in COVID relief funds just three years after he was paroled.
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Authorities in Delaware County are investigating a police-involved shooting that left a man hospitalized. Officials say the officers returned fire after the man shot at them.
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A Salem County judge denied a motion today to suppress some evidence in the case against the driver accused of killing hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew last summer.
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August 21, 2025 Driver’s lawyers to ask judge to exclude some evidence in crash that killed Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (midday edition):
Lawyers for the South Jersey man charged in the deaths of the Gaudreau brothers are expected this afternoon to ask a judge to throw out some evidence in the case.
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One man was killed and another was hurt in a shooting in Kensington Wednesday night.
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As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild.
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The Philadelphia Zoo is showing off its 16 new tortoise babies.
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After nearly a century, a Queen Village nonprofit is fighting to keep its staff and programming from being cut.
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August 21, 2025 With SEPTA cuts just days away, efforts are underway to make sure riders with disabilities aren’t left behind
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (morning edition):
As SEPTA prepares to cut 20% of service starting Sunday, efforts are underway to make sure riders with disabilities aren’t left behind.
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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced new plans to expand public transportation options in South Jersey.
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PGW has agreed to a settlement that will lower customer rate hikes next year. A coalition of environmental groups intervened before the Public Utility Commission.
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Weeks after a shooting injured five people at the Christy Rec Center pool in Cobb’s Creek, a night of basketball brought fun and competition to its gym in an effort to combat youth gun violence. Kids from across the city showed out on the court alongside a team of first responders.
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August 20, 2025 PGW agrees to reduce rate hike for customers by more than 40%
The KYW Newsradio All Local for Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (evening edition):
Four days until SEPTA begins slashing service. The looming cuts and increased fares are expected to have rippling effects on the region. Among those facing an uncertain path ahead are disabled residents.
As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild.
PGW has agreed to a settlement with a coalition of environmental groups that intervened in its rate hike request before the Public Utility Commission.
After nearly a century, a Queen Village nonprofit is fighting to keep its staff and programming from being cut.
Delaware County has rolled out some big changes to its government website to help residents better navigate it.
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August 20, 2025 Rough surf from Hurricane Erin, Mütter Museum's policy on human remains, and more
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 (morning edition):
Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall, but it's leading to dangerous swimming conditions on the East Coast, including the Jersey Shore, where waves could reach 15 feet high. The National Weather Service has issued a high rip current risk and a high surf advisory.
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As SEPTA prepares to slash service on Sunday, Gov. Josh Shapiro says it's time for Democrats and Republicans to compromise on transit funding.
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A former employee at a day care in North Philadelphia faces aggravated assault charges after she was allegedly caught on video violently dragging a 6-year-old girl into the bathroom.
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Philadelphia police are looking for a man they say killed his wife last week in Germantown, and the suspect has been charged with murder before.
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After a two-year comprehensive review and community engagement process, Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is updating its policy on its human remains collections.
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August 19, 2025 Man assaults teen at Dilworth Park, steals his phone
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 (evening edition): Jersey Shore officials are warning visitors to stay out of the water as Hurricane Erin brings strong rip currents and dangerous surf along the coast. Waves at the shore could reach 15-feet high.
Philly police are looking a man they say attacked a teenager in Center City earlier this month, and stole his phone.
The Bucks County DA’s office says a violent road rage incident earlier this month never should have happened as the man accused in that case should have already been behind bars.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says he’s continuing to work with state legislative leaders to find a deal to fund mass transit.
Two local high schools came out with high marks in this year’s U-S News and World Report’s Best U-S High Schools rankings.
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