Philadelphia All Local

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.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025 (Morning Edition):

Overnight closures of the Schuylkill Expressway are on tap for the next six months, as PennDOT moves into the next phase of the Market Street Bridge project.

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Pennsylvania is one of the states announcing the implementation of phase two of a national crackdown against robocalls.

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The Montgomery County DA's office is announcing a five-thousand-dollar reward as they investigate Sunday evening’s deadly shooting in Norristown.

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After an outpouring of community support, the William Way LGBTQ community center will not be leaving its building in the gayborhood.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Wednesday, Dec. 3 (evening edition):

Overnight closures of the Schuylkill Expressway are on tap for the next SIX MONTHS, as PennDOT moves into the next phase of the Market Street Bridge project. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.

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A South Jersey man has been arrested in Philadelphia, accused of killing a 15-year-old and attempting to kill a 17-year-old in Atlantic City. The Atlantic City prosecutor's office say 23-year-old Louis Jackson from Galloway Township, Atlantic County shot the teens back on November 7th. The 15-year-old was hit multiple times and died at the hospital. The 17-year-old was shot in the face, but survived. The FBI found and arrested Jackson near 51st and Chester Avenue in Kingsessing on Tuesday afternoon.

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of Philadelphia children are in need of winter clothing as the temperatures dip to freezing. In an effort to meet that need, Krausey’s Koats and the Kevin From Heaven Foundation are teaming up with Cradles to Crayons. KYW Newsaradio’s Matt Coughlin says they are looking for another 25,000 children’s coats.

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Eagles Offensive Coordinator Kevin Patullo says he can deal with criticism from fans but his house being vandalized over the weekend went too far.

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There’s a vote Thursday at City Council in Ocean City regarding the zoning status of the former Wonderland Pier site. A group of business leaders were united at a press conference Tuesday in asking Council to approve redevelopment. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Wednesday, Dec. 3 (Morning Edition):

SEPTA says it's going to miss Friday's deadline to put thermal detection units in its rail cars.

KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.

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Authorities say they arrested a University of Delaware student who was armed with weapons, a lot of ammo and a notebook with plans to attack campus police.

KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez has the story.

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Philadelphia City Council gave preliminary approval to a budget for the first phase of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s affordable housing plan, but only after heavily amending it to shift more of the money to low-income residents.

KYW Newsradio's City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb reports.

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West Philadelphia's Quinta Brunson, of "Abbott Elementary" fame, celebrated Giving Tuesday by creating a fund to help Philly school kids afford to go on class trips.

It's called the Quinta Brunson Field Trip Fund.

KYW Newsradio Community Impact reporter Racquel Williams has more.

SEPTA now says it's NOT going to make Friday's deadline to install thermal units on all of its Silverliner IV rail cars.

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Philadelphia Police Officer Andy Chan has died, six years after he was struck by a van while riding his police motorcycle. The FOP sharing news of Chan’s death Tuesday morning.

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A Pottstown man is sentenced up to 45 years in state prison for shooting a police officer in the leg during a struggle for the officer’s gun last year.

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The search for one of three wild cats that escaped from a Berks County wildlife center weeks ago has sadly ended.

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A 5-year-old Delaware County boy who's battling cancer is going on his dream vacation thanks to two local nonprofits.

The first winter storm of the season hit the region. while most of the immediate area has been experiencing rain, there was some snow.

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Officials in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are issuing code blues to help people experiencing homelessness get access to warm spaces.

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Jury selection now underway in the trial of Atlantic City mayor Marty Small.

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Today is giving Tuesday... a day when non profit organizations are relying on the generosity of donors to raise funds to support their work.