The big dig continues across the Philly region as we're all trying to deal with the snow and ice leftover from last weekend's storm.

As KYW’s Sunny Morgan explains, residents in Fishtown are dealing with the effects in more ways than one.

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Half-days in Philadelphia schools may become a thing of the past next year.

We get the story from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo.

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The need for winter coat donations for children in the area continues well after the holiday season.

KYW community impact reporter Racquel Williams has more.

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The world’s top golfers are coming to Delaware County this year for one of the biggest events on the pro tour.

As KYW’s Justin Udo tells us, the event is months away, but preparations are already underway for the PGA Championship.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 (midday edition):

Dozens of protesters opposed to the district’s school closing plan made their feelings known at school headquarters Thursday night.

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Tourists are back inside Independence Hall after doors were closed for months to spruce it up ahead of America 250 celebrations.

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Roofers in the region are responding to home roof leaks caused by "ice dams" that have formed as a result of the severe weather.

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Di Bruno Brothers is closing its two locations on the Main Line and its shop at Ninth and Chestnut streets.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 (morning edition):

Parents, students and staffers are rallying against the school district’s plan to close 20 schools.

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As the deep freeze in the region lingers, roofers in the region are finding "ice dams" on many rooftops, and that's a serious problem.

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As promised, two Philadelphia City Council members introduced a package of legislation that would limit Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the city.

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Philly is expecting an influx of visitors this year — and it looks like the Simpsons are among them. Fox has announced next month's milestone 800th episode of the long-running animated sitcom will bring Homer, Marge and company to Philly

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 (evening edition)

As promised, a legislation package that would limit Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the city was introduced at Thursday's meeting.

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A 19-year-old has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing another 19-year-old during a robbery in Southwest Philadelphia Wednesday night.

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New schedules for SEPTA's Regional Rail lines go into effect next week, with more trains to work with.

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Independence Hall is back open for tours after being closed for cleanup ahead of America 250 events this year.

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Millions of dollars in state funding are on the way to two Delaware County hospitals, seeing an influx of patients after the closing of Crozer's health system.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 (midday edition):

There are some cancellations and delays at Philly International as air travel is slowly bouncing back from the winter storm.

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Because of the snow and extreme cold, Philadelphia has postponed its annual point-in-time count meant to ascertain how many unhoused people are in the city.

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New Jersey’s Department of Corrections is working to improve life after prison for incarcerated veterans.

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As one door closes, another door opens in the Historic District. Independence Hall is welcoming visitors for the first time in months.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 (morning edition):

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and several of his counterparts across the country say they will help each other go after federal agents whom the prosecutors claim are breaking the law in their counties.

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Turning up the thermostats is a common thing to do this time of year, and that most likely means energy bills will be on the rise, too. Here's what you can do to lower costs.

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Workers have put the final beam into place for the 26-story Roberts Children’s Health Tower at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Plans are in place to fix Delaware County's health care system issues.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 (evening edition)

A 55-year-old Bucks County man is charged with the stabbing death of his elderly parents and his sister.

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Federal investigators say last month's deadly natural gas explosion at a Bristol nursing home happened three hours after the smell of gas was first reported.

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The city is suing the federal government after exhibits detailing the lives of nine of George Washington’s slaves were removed from the President’s House site at 6th and Market.

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It's not just people slipping and sliding and falling on the snow and ice......KYW's John McDevitt has a story of rescue in Upper Bucks County involving a pony.

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Commercial air service is expanding at Atlantic City International Airport.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 (midday edition):

The water department is investigating and working to fix a water main break in Point Breeze.

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Anti-ICE protesters showed up to seven Philly-area Target stores to demand the Minnesota-based chain do more to push back against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement.

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Pennsylvania’s attorney general is warning the public to watch out for scammers, who often prey upon people when storms – or disasters – strike.

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So many people are switching from smoking cigarettes to vaping in Pennsylvania that it is affecting how much money the state can spend on anti-smoking efforts.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 (morning edition):

Legislation aimed at curbing ICE is headed for Philadelphia City Council this week.

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Authorities are searching for three men they say brutally assaulted a man on New Year's Day in Center City.

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Much of the city still has a lot of clearing out to do from the storm, and the frigid temperatures certainly won't make efforts any easier.

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The frigid temperatures and snowstorm have prompted the city to extend Center City Restaurant Week.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 (evening edition)

Classes tomorrow (Wednesday) will be virtual again in the Philadelphia School District after the weekend snow and continuing frigid temperatures.

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Philly's Streets Department announced road closures in Center City around City Hall as part of a "Lifting Operation" to clear out snow.

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The Philadelphia Parking Authority will reopen on Wednesday, but the PPA will not enforce parking meters on that day.

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The Bucks County DA’s office is investigating a triple-homicide in Churchville, Bucks County, on Monday, saying the suspect involved is in custody, and there is no danger to the community.

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Two Philadelphia city council members plan to introduce a package of legislation this week that would put limits on how Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents can operate in the city.