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Police in Burlington County say they found bomb-making material in two homes over the weekend and the suspect is a minor.

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As Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker embarks on a plan to increase the supply of affordable housing, City Council approved two measures that jeopardize the construction of several dozen new affordable units.

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Riders of SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East line will have to find an alternative way to get around this summer. The line is being shut down for maintenance.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Monday, June 9 (Morning Edition):

Philly’s Odunde festival celebrates its 50th anniversary. It's the largest black and African cultural festival in the country, celebrating arts, culture, and cuisine.

Police in Burlington county, New Jersey, have named an under-aged Moorestown resident as a suspect after they say they found explosive materials in two homes this weekend. Officials conducted a search at a home on cove road, and found materials for an improvised explosive device. They say the suspect brought the materials to the home, and the residents are not suspects. After that, bomb technicians located more I-E-D materials at a home on east oak avenue. Those were detonated on the scene, after nearby homes were evacuated until residents were safe to return. The investigation is ongoing by local, state and federal officials. They have not identified any other threats at this time.

Philadelphia city council, last week, approved $800 million in bonds and several bills to speed the development of affordable housing…. and, on the same day, effectively killed the construction of 80 affordable units.

Septa is shutting down service on the chestnut hill east regional rail line for the entire summer. But it has nothing to do with the current budget crisis.

The KYW Newsradio All Local Saturday, June 8, 2025 (morning edition):

The Odunde Festival returns to South Philly for its 50th anniversary.

The country's largest African American street festival transforms South Street into a global celebration of Black joy, art, and culture. There's entertainment, global cuisine, and over 150 vendors.

This week brings Camden’s fifth Annual Pride Walk, and the event will lead right into the Camden Art Crawl.

Tuesday is a big day for New Jersey Democrats. With Republican Jack Ciattarelli embraced by President Donald Trump for the governor's race, the Democratic primary offers a lot of drama.

We love our pro sports teams here in Philly, but there's one team you may not know about that's vying for the hearts of local fans.

La Salle University is hosting a unique telethon: A day of game shows produced on campus and streamed worldwide for a good cause.

The KYW Newsradio All Local Saturday, June 7 (evening edition):

A fire tore through a building near the former West Philadelphia High School building this morning.

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Dozens came to Center City Saturday afternoon to celebrate the disabled community. The day kicked off with a parade, followed by a party on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

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And “The Wiz” is in town this week at the Academy of Music, featuring an actor with ties to the Philly area. KYW’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka spoke with him.

The KYW Newsradio All Local Saturday, June 7 (morning edition):

Firefighters had to deal with a multi-alarm fire at a large abandoned building at 48th and Locust streets near West Philly High School Saturday morning.

Philadelphia Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the vehicles in a hit-and-run crash involving a 3-year-old boy.

At least two coyotes have been spotted this week approaching people walking their dogs in Wissahickon Valley Park.

As state budget negotiations continue in Harrisburg, lawmakers from Philadelphia want to be sure there's enough funding for the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, June 6, 2025 (evening edition):

The man accused of shooting and killing Temple University police officer Christopher Fitzgerald as he tried to stop a robbery just off campus two years ago was in court this Friday morning just weeks before the start of his 1st degree murder trial.

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A toddler is home from the hospital and recovering after police say he was struck by two different vehicles in a hit-and-run in the Strawberry Mansion section of the city.

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A 40-year-old North Philadelphia man will spend at least 18 years in prison for shooting his best friend in a van then dumping the body on City Avenue by St. Joe’s University.

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And Tesla EV chargers at rest stops along the New Jersey Turnpike were disconnected yesterday, and a state senator is questioning the wisdom of that decision.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, June 6, 2025 (midday edition):

Philadelphia police are trying to find two hit-and-run drivers who struck a 3-year-old boy in Strawberry Mansion.

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After two days of intense negotiations, Philadelphia City Council and Mayor Cherelle Parker agreed on a $6.8 billion budget.

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With energy prices still climbing, New Jersey lawmakers have been working on different ways to provide relief.

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The Frankford Library is back open after more than two years of renovations.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, June 6, 2025 (morning edition):

A 2-year-old boy is in the hospital after being hit by two different cars in Strawberry Mansion.

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Philadelphia City Council reached an agreement with Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration for a tentative $6.8 billion budget for 2026.

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A hunger relief organization is helping residents in Delaware County better fight food insecurity through a major expansion.

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A new chapter for the Frankford Library: After about two and a half years of renovations, it's now back up and running, much to the delight of the community.

Police officials have announced the arrest of a teenager in the abduction and rape of a 12-year-old girl over the weekend in North Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio's Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the story from the city’s Special Victims Unit.

SEPTA says 40 decommissioned buses were damaged in this morning’s three-alarm fire at the Midvale Depot in North Philadelphia. The flames sending thick, black smoke into the sky, causing some concern about the air quality. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo reports…

With energy prices still climbing, New Jersey lawmakers have been working on different ways to provide relief. Governor Phil Murphy announced a plan today to put some money back in people’s pockets. Details from KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.

A Temple Health employee was assaulted while walking along North Broad Street in North Philadelphia yesterday (WED) afternoon.

According to Temple Police, the employee was struck from behind and knocked to the ground near the University's Health Sciences Center. The individual was taken to the hospital where they were treated for injuries suffered in the attack. A person of interest is in custody.

Police officials have announced the arrest of a teenager in the abduction and rape of a 12-year-old girl over the weekend in North Philadelphia.

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SEPTA says 40 decommissioned buses were damaged in this morning’s three-alarm fire at the Midvale Depot in North Philadelphia. The flames sending thick, black smoke into the sky, causing some concern about the air quality.

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With energy prices still climbing, New Jersey lawmakers have been working on different ways to provide relief. Governor Phil Murphy announced a plan today to put some money back in people’s pockets.

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A Temple Health employee was assaulted while walking along North Broad Street in North Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.