Philadelphia All Local

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025 (evening edition): With a strike threat looming, there's a speed bump in SEPTA contract negotiations as Local 234 abruptly leaves the bargaining table. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports...

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On the roads, in the sky and on the rails, nearly 82 million Americans are heading from home for Thanksgiving. Amtrak is expecting more than 1-point-2 million on the railways. KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin is at 30th Street Station where hundreds of people are waiting on their train to take them to the their holiday destination.

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A woman is suing a former corrections officer over allegations that he raped her while she was on suicide watch at the Federal Detention Center in Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon has more…

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All eyes were on 2026 at today’s annual luncheon for the tourism industry. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports…………..

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Tis' the season for scams. The Better Business Bureau warns there's number of ways crooks are trying to steal your money and has tips on how to best protect yourself. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo reports.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025 (morning edition):

A warning from police to residents in South Jersey: Scammers are imitating members of law enforcement to try to fool people into giving them money.

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The Philadelphia Police Department rounded up dozens of recruits to knock on doors in Southwest Philly and spread awareness about keeping your car safe from theft.

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Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed into law the CROWN Act, prohibiting discrimination based on hair type, texture, and style.

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A federal court in Philadelphia quashed the state department's subpoena seeking sensitive information of patients at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia who received gender-affirming care.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025 (evening edition)

Police in South Jersey are warning residents about a phone scam that’s going around, where the caller pretends to be a police sergeant.

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A 21-year-old will spend up to four decades behind bars after pleading guilty to third degree murder in the ambush shooting of Philadelphia teenager two years ago.

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Traffic deaths were down slightly in Philadelphia, last year, but they still remain far above pre-pandemic levels. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports city officials released a five-year plan to bring them under control.

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The Philadelphia School District has reached a tentative contract agreement with its principals union.

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AAA says Tuesday is the peak travel day for those looking to make it to their holiday destinations.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025 (midday edition):

An argument between family members got out of hand and police say one of the men shot and killed the other in Strawberry Mansion earlier this morning.

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Now that the offshore wind industry is dead in New Jersey, a port owner in South Jersey is suing to evict a wind manufacturer.

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Macy's in Center City may be closed, but the Light Show at the Wanamaker building will return this Friday.

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Home cooks — some experienced, others not so much — are taking to kitchens across the country this week to cook Thanksgiving dinner. An expert explains how to safely put food on the table.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025 (morning edition):

Gov. Shapiro announced capital funds to help SEPTA get its Regional Rail fleet back on track.

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A jury has convicted two men of murder in the shooting death of Philadelphia Police Sgt. Richard Mendez at the airport two years ago. The two were immediately sentenced to life in prison.

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Police in Bensalem, Bucks County, have charged an Allentown man with homicide connected to the death of his son.

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The Wanamaker Light Show is coming back starting this week, despite Macy's closing earlier this year.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 (evening edition):

The two men accused of killing Philadelphia Police Sgt. Richard Mendez were convicted of murder Monday and will spend the rest of their lives in prison.

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Authorities have identified the three men killed in a car crash that followed a police chase in Chester County Friday morning.

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Gov. Josh Shapiro is providing SEPTA $220 million to help the transit agency get Regional Rail service back to normal by Christmas.

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Unionized workers at Whole Foods, in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood, rallied outside the store in hopes of bringing pressure on the company to negotiate a first contract with them.

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A number of local organizations teamed up on Drexel's campus to help those in need this Thanksgiving.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 (midday edition):

SEPTA is bringing back evening express trains on the Regional Rail today, but they’re still not back for the morning commute.

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With a strike threat looming, negotiations between SEPTA and its largest union resume this afternoon.

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New Jersey’s acting comptroller says some state employee health funds are signing illegal contracts.

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A Thanksgiving table loaded with trimmings and piles of gifts under the Christmas tree are out of the cards for many Americans this holiday season as prices remain high.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 (morning edition):

SEPTA and the Transport Workers Union return to the bargaining table today in an effort to head off a strike by city transit workers.

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Deliberations continue this morning in the trial of two men accused of killing Philadelphia Police Sgt. Richard Mendez two years ago at the airport.

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Losing always hurts, but Eagles fans are especially down after the Birds blew a 21-0 lead to none other than the Dallas Cowboys.

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The 32nd Philadelphia Marathon welcomed thousands of runners to the Parkway.

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 (evening edition)

Regional Rail express trains will return starting Monday for evening rush hour.

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The Last day of Philadelphia marathon weekend welcomed thousands of runners and spectators along the parkway.

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The Flyers held a tribute last night to legendary goalie Bernie Parent who died in September at the age of 80.

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Cutting edge technology designed to protect critically endangered whales has been switched on at a decommissioned South Jersey light house.

Marathon weekend is wrapping up today with the big race, 26.2 miles.

About 70-thousand runners took off at 7 this morning.

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SEPTA riders are slowly getting some more relief this week.

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Cutting edge technology designed to protect critically endangered whales has been switched on at a decommissioned South Jersey light house.

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The Flyers dedicated last night's game to the late-goalie Bernie Parent.

Flyers Charities and Ed Snider Youth Hockey and Education announced the launch of a goalie development program in Parent’s name.

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Did you know Arcadia University has a women's wrestling program?

Head coach Michael Childs is building the ground up after being named the first coach in program history in April of 2024.