The KYW Newsradio All Local on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 (evening edition)

Philadelphia School District says if the union representing 5,000 SEPTA subway, bus, and trolley workers goes on strike, some classes may go virtual.

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The revival of Philadelphia's vacant intercity bus terminal at 10th and Filbert is one step closer, with action last week by City Council.

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The Delaware River and Bay Authority is buying a new ferry to run between Cape May and Lewes, Delaware.

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Lucky families from North Philly joined Temple University Police for some holiday cheer. KYW’s Shara Dae Howard reports more than 300 neighborhood kids had a day of food, fun and games -- and it all kicked off with truck loads of toys!

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2025 (Morning Edition):

Some worrying news for SEPTA riders from the transit agency's largest union after talks broke down.

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76 westbound will be closed between 30th Street and the Vine Expressway from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. starting Sunday, and PennDOT says it's going to be like this for six months.

Westbound traffic will be squeezed down to one lane for an hour before the full 10 p.m. closures. Eastbound traffic is not affected. PennDOT spokesman Brad Rudolph says it's all so crews can prepare to replace the superstructure over the Amtrak tracks and the Schuylkill Expressway.

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Philadelphia's empty intercity bus terminal is closer to having new life, under legislation being considered in City Council. KYW's Mike DeNardo reports.

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The Delaware River and Bay Authority is buying a new ferry to run between Cape May and Lewes, Delaware.

SEPTA city transit workers say they could walk off the job at any moment, as contract talks have stalled.

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Seven members of the Pagan Motorcycle Club are ordered to stand trial stemming from an October 17th shootout in the parking lot of a Montgomery County Wawa with two members of a rival club.

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Today (Saturday) is the grand finale for the Burlington County Farmer’s Market in Moorestown.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 (Midday):

SEPTA city transit workers say they could walk off the job at any moment, as contract talks have stalled. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.

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Seven members of the Pagan Motorcycle Club are ordered to stand trial stemming from an Oct. 17 shootout in the parking lot of a Montgomery County Wawa with two members of a rival club. KYW Newsradio's Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.

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Saturday is the grand finale for the Burlington County Farmer’s Market in Moorestown. County Commissioner Allison Eckel says it’ll be a festive atmosphere where people can knock a few items off their holiday shopping lists and have a little fun, too.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 (Morning):

With contract negotiations stalled, Transport Workers Union Local 234 leaders say a strike is “imminent.”

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Police are investigating what they describe as an attempted murder-suicide in the city’s Parkside neighborhood.

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A woman was arrested Friday after she hit an officer with her car and fled a traffic stop in North Philadelphia.

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More than 13,000 adults have re-enrolled in college in New Jersey as part of a state program that helps people finish what they started.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Dec. 5 (Evening Edition):

The largest union representing SEPTA workers says they're on the verge of a possible strike.

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The CDC's vaccine advisory committee voted Friday to change the recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccines for infants.

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A Philadelphia doctor who has been charged with rape faces additional allegations from a second woman.

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Former U.S. Senator and convicted felon Bob Menendez is now officially barred from ever holding office or a position of public trust in New Jersey.

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Philadelphia has a slightly better idea of what countries it will be hosting for the 2026 World Cup this summer, after the FIFA draw in Washington, DC, on Friday afternoon.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Friday, Dec. 5 (Noon Edition):

Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in the Fairhill neighborhood on Friday morning. A man was killed when an argument between two families escalated.

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A small two-seater smart car crashed into a Philadelphia police SUV in Hunting Park.

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SEPTA is getting 10 train cars from Maryland on Friday evening.

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The Villanova University football team takes to the road for the second round of the FCS playoffs. Saturday afternoon, the wildcats will visit undefeated Lehigh.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Friday, Dec. 5 (Morning Edition):

The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office says the mayor of Lumberton Township has been indicted by a grand jury on child endangering and abuse charges.

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For weeks, protesters from No ICE Philly have called on Sheriff Rochelle Bilal to do more to stop ICE activities in and around the courthouse. During another rally outside the Criminal Justice Center Thursday, some of the sheriff’s supporters directed criticism at the judges.

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Renters who were furloughed during the recent government shutdown are being urged to act quickly to apply for a new relief program.

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COVID-19 and flu vaccines are now available for free at city health clinics ahead of the holiday season. Health officials say people should not wait, as protection takes time to build.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Thursday, Dec. 4 (Evening Edition):

A Bucks County mother will spend time behind bars for neglecting her premature twins.

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The Philadelphia Department of Public Health launched a campaign on Thursday, offering free flu shots and COVID-19 vaccinations at health centers across the city.

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Tensions were high outside the Criminal Justice Center in Philadelphia on Thursday as protestors from No ICE Philly called on the sheriff to do more to stop ICE from arresting people in and around the courthouse.

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Philadelphia City Council has to redo the ordinance it passed in June that authorized bonds to pay for the mayor’s affordable housing project, delaying the project by several months.

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New Jersey lawmakers advanced a bill today that would eliminate a required test to graduate high school.

The ride share company Waymo is taking things to the next level in Philadelphia by testing autonomous trips around the city.

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Does it feel like you’ve been getting spam robocalls more and more the last few years?

Well attorneys general from multiple states, including Pennsylvania, say they’re demanding four major providers rein in their alleged robocall activity.

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Talks between SEPTA and its biggest union wrapped up Wednesday with no word on any progress.

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Artists were hard at work in north Philadelphia yesterday -- painting number-one sculptures that will be rolled out in January as part of a city-wide public art project celebrating America's 250th birthday year.