Philadelphia All Local

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Philadelphia All Local episodes

July 12 Severe storm rips through Philly region, downing trees and knocking out power
Crews are out in the city and suburbs cleaning up downed trees, wires, and collapsed roofs from yesterday's wicked storms. The National Weather Service says there were at least four microbursts in our region. These straight-lined winds reached over 60 mph.
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A possible measles exposure has been reported at the Philadelphia airport.
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Three people are dead after a driver trying to flee police went the wrong way on the Schuylkill Expressway in Lower Merion Saturday morning. It left a portion of I-76 westbound shut down for hours.
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It was a sea of humanity on the Ben Franklin Bridge on Saturday. Thousands showed up on the hot, humid day to walk across the bridge and celebrate its 100th birthday.
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The Philadelphia Police Department needs more officers. It's currently holding a drive in hopes of filling 1,100 open spots.
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July 11 3 dead in violent wrong-way crash along I-76 in Montco
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Saturday, July 11, 2026 (evening edition):
Three people are dead after a driver fled police heading the wrong way on the Schuylkill Expressway in Lower Merion Saturday morning.
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Thousands of people were high above the Delaware River Saturday, celebrating the Ben Franklin Bridge on its 100th birthday.
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The City of Philadelphia has lost its last-ditch effort to preserve the slavery exhibit at the President’s House on Independence Mall.
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Millions of dollars in grant money is going toward expanding and improving trail networks in the Delaware Valley.
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Love Island USA has taken over our TVs for another summer, and this week, a local breakout star became the subject of a viral marketing trend with brands offering her whatever she wants for one small task.
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July 10 Woman arrested after violent car stop in Delaware
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, July 10, 2026 (evening edition):
Drivers, mark your calendars. PennDOT is planning to resume construction on the $149 million Market Street Bridge project, including a full shutdown next month.
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Delaware State Police say they are investigating the actions of a trooper during a physically violent car stop near Dover.
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A 75-year-old Roxborough man has been charged with the murder of a young contractor, father and husband who was working on his home.
A retired South Jersey cop is arrested after authorities say he sexually assaulted a teenage girl.
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Officials in Camden are celebrating a new law signed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill this week that puts tougher safety requirements on the scrap metal industry.
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July 10 Record rainfall creates flooding for low-lying areas, especially in South Jersey
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, July 10, 2026 (midday edition):
Tired of the constant barrage of robocalls? New Jersey and Pennsylvania are leading the charge to put a stop to the spam calls.
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Camden was hit hard with heavy rain and flooding for the second time this week.
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A month after Philly said it would find money to restore classroom cuts, many of those teachers still don't know where they'll be working.
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July 10 New survey finds low compliance with Philadelphia’s plastic bag ban
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, July 10, 2026 (morning edition):
Twenty-five gas stations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are offering White House-promoted Freedom Fuel, discounting the price at the pump to a net loss.
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There are a couple of local connections taking the field this evening in the HBCU Swingman Classic, as part of Major League Baseball's All-Star festivities.
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Penn Environment is calling for stricter enforcement of Philadelphia’s ban on single-use plastic bags.
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July 09 Delco caretakers withheld food, assaulted woman with Down syndrome, DA says
The KYW Newsradio All Local for Thursday, July 9, 2026 (evening edition).
A Delaware County couple is charged with neglect and abuse, accused of withholding food and physically assaulting a 20-year-old with Down’s Syndrome in their care.
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A Delaware County man is facing charges after authorities say he made threats on Governor Josh Shapiro's life.
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A month after the city said it would find money to restore classroom cuts, many of those teachers still don't know where they'll be working.
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Philadelphia’s plastic bag ban has been successful at keeping single-use bags off the streets and out of landfills… but environmentalists think it could be doing more.
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Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education is pledging to pay any remaining costs for undergraduates who are receiving federal and state grants.
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July 09 City awards firefighters union new 2-year contract with raises totaling 7%
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, July 9, 2026 (midday edition):
New Jersey and Pennsylvania are leading efforts from 49 states to crack down on illegal robocalls and scammers.
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An arbitration panel has awarded Philadelphia firefighters a two-year contract with raises totaling 7%.
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The reopening of the Manayunk Canal helped make 2025 a great year for water in Philadelphia, according to the Water Department’s annual report, released Wednesday.
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July 09 Civic, interfaith leaders rally to support Northeast Philly Islamic Center after apparent arson
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, July 9, 2026 (morning edition):
Religious and political leaders gathered at the Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center to express their support as the center attempts to recover from an arson attack over the holiday weekend.
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A judge in Camden ruled a City Council vote to shut down the EMR scrapyard did not comply with state laws.
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2025 was a good year for Philadelphia water. The Water Department put out its annual report and says it made progress in some key areas last year.
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July 09 Parents charged after FBI, police find 2 children, dozens of animals in ‘uninhabitable’ Northeast Philly home
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (Evening edition)
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Authorities have charged the parents of two young children who were removed from a Northeast Philadelphia home that officials say was in filthy, unlivable condition.
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A sergeant at the Salem County Sheriff's Office is facing charges after two police K9s died in a hot car.
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The Phillies are showing off their All-Star Game merch, food and vibes as the midsummer classic lands at Citizens Bank Park
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July 08 Camden City Council rejects proposal to keep EMR junkyard open
The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (midday edition):
A DoorDash delivery driver was shot and killed in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday night. Police are searching for three men who got away.
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Gun violence in Philadelphia continues to decline in the first half of the year. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel credits citizens for their contributions to the drop in violence.
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Camden City Council rejected a resolution that would have kept a controversial junkyard open with increased oversight. Many residents want the junkyard shut down after a series of fires in recent years.
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Bebe Rexha will be performing at the FIFA Fan Fest on Lemon Hill. The Grammy-winning pop star will take the stage on July 17. She's one of three new acts announced as part of the free concert series. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Leon Thomas will be there July 8. Puerto Rican reggaeton star Wisin has been added for July 12. And rock band The All-American Rejects are scheduled to play July 13.
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