Philadelphia All Local

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Monday, March 3, 2025 (morning edition):

An unvaccinated child in Montgomery County has contracted the measles — the first confirmed case in the region and Pennsylvania this year. The child contracted the highly contagious virus while on an international trip and returned to the area last week.

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Students and staff say the Philadelphia School District isn't doing enough to make them feel safe from possible visits from immigration authorities.

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In his budget proposal, Gov. Phil Murphy pitched an increase in online gaming tax rates. Two South Jersey state senators, one from each party, are cautioning against that, saying it may not deliver the intended result.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Saturday, Mar. 2, 2025 (morning edition):

A man was shot and killed outside a North Philly bar after police say the victim and gunman got in an argument.

Philadelphia city council’s Kensington Caucus held a hearing last week, to do a deeper dive into the report on Year One of the Kensington Revival effort.

More changes are coming for drivers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

A South Jersey state senator is leading the effort to reduce underage online gambling.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025 (morning edition):

The faculty union at Community College of Philadelphia is getting ready to turn up the heat in their ongoing contract talks.

A North Philly community is asking the city to step in and save the Joe Frazier Gym on North Broad street.

Read Across America Week starts on Sunday, and to kick things off, Burlington County is inviting kids to read to cats and dogs at its animal shelter in Westampton Township.

Neighbors say the gym was once a symbol of Philly pride devoted to the heavyweight champion and the next generation of boxers.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local - Friday, February 28, 2025 (Evening Edition)

The man charged with attempted murder in the stabbing of a Camden police officer was denied bail by a judge this morning and ordered held for trial.

Newly elected Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday had his first budget hearing appearance in Harrisburg this week, detailing his priorities, and the challenges his office faces.

Six Flags Great Adventure’s Kingda Ka is no more.

At least two cats in New Jersey have tested positive for bird flu.

He's been arrested before for peering into homes -- now, police in South Jersey say this 'peeping Tom' has been at it again.

There's growing concern around measles. So far this year there are more than 120 cases in Texas, three outbreaks in the country, and multiple states reporting cases.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 (midday edition):

Neighbors in Society Hill were evacuated into the cold this morning after a carbon monoxide leak.

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A row home fire in East Germantown early this morning could have been a lot worse if it wasn't for a barking dog.

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Health officials in North Jersey have confirmed two more cases of measles.

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At least two cats in New Jersey have tested positive for bird flu.

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Thirteen new larger-than-life animal statues are situated through out the Philadelphia Zoo to inspire visitors to learn more about the species and conservation efforts to save them.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 (morning edition):

Leaders in New Jersey banded together Thursday afternoon to support a family torn apart by ICE.

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The Philadelphia School Board Thursday night turned down two applications for new charter schools.

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Philadelphia City Council members added their voices to a chorus calling for the release of a Philadelphia man held by ICE in a western Pennsylvania detention center.

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Thirteen climbable animal statues are now on display throughout the grounds of Philadelphia Zoo to encourage visitors to learn about the world’s most inspiring animal conservation success stories.

A construction crew accidentally hit a gas line in the Logan section of the city earlier this morning. The situation is now under control but as KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports about 3,000 people, including students at Central High and La Salle University, had to evacuate.

A 17-year-old Deptford High School student is arrested after allegedly stabbing another student on the bus. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more on this.

Philadelphia is set to test technology that would give SEPTA buses priority at traffic signals. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.

A 26-year-old Brookhaven man is ordered to stand trial on first degree murder for a deadly shooting last month in Norristown. Prosecutors call the shooting an execution, but the defendant’s lawyer says it may have been self defense. KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.

Philadelphia City Council overwhelmingly approved a resolution today condemning President Donald Trump for portraying himself, and behaving, like a king. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.

Authorities are looking for the driver who struck a Philadelphia police officer and his car this morning in West Philadelphia, and then took off.

A construction crew accidentally hit a gas line in the Logan section of the city earlier this morning.

The situation is now under control but as KYWs Tim Jimenez reports about 3,000 people, including students at Central High and La Salle University, had to evacuate.

A 17-year-old Deptford High School student is arrested after allegedly stabbing another student on the bus.

Philadelphia is set to test technology that would give SEPTA buses priority at traffic signals.

A 26-year-old Brookhaven man is ordered to stand trial on first degree murder for a deadly shooting last month in Norristown. Prosecutors call the shooting an execution, but the defendant’s lawyer says it may have been self defense.

Philadelphia City Council overwhelmingly approved a resolution today condemning President Donald Trump for portraying himself, and behaving, like a king.

Authorities are looking for the driver who struck a Philadelphia police officer and his car this morning in West Philadelphia, and then took off.

LaSalle University and Central High School were evacuated this morning after construction crews struck and raptured a gas main.

Police in North Jersey arrested one of the suspects in the shooting and carjacking of a LYFT driver that happened in North Philadelphia.

DA Larry Krasner may be the city's chief prosecutor, but he sat in the witness stand for the defense Wednesday, where he testified in a Right To Know request from a former employee.

Philadelphia's Parks and Recs is hosting several sugar maple tree tapping events.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Thursday, Feb. 27,2025 (morning edition):

A husband and wife who own a popular kebab restaurant in Camden County were arrested by ICE agents Tuesday, and their shop is now closed indefinitely.

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Charges against South Jersey power broker George Norcross and others are being dismissed.

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Two days after she testified for more than four hours before the state House Appropriations Committee, Pennsylvania's acting Department of Education secretary was back before lawmakers.

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The Philadelphia Water Department wants to raise customer rates to address rising costs.