Carcass of 25-30 foot long whale spotted on bow of ship sailing on Delaware...
PHILADELPHIA - Wildlife officials say the carcass of a dead whale became caught on the bow of a ship sailing down the Delaware River over the weekend. The U.S. Coast Guard says watchstanders spotted the carcass of the dead fin while slumped over the bow of a ship at the Gloucest City marine terminal on Sunday.
Philadelphia district attorney, controller and judges take oath of office for new term
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Nearly three dozen Philadelphia judges were sworn in alongside District Attorney Larry Krasner and Controller Christy Brady during inauguration ceremonies Monday morning at the Kimmel Center’s Marian...
Man shot in the leg during robbery in Northeast Philadelphia
Police are investigating after a man was shot in the leg during a robbery in Northeast Philadelphia.
Man charged for deadly shooting at Philly gas station, police say
A man was taken into custody and charged with murder in connection to a double shooting at a Speedway gas station in Kensington on Dec. 28, 2025, police said. According to police, 45-year-old Jason Bullock, of Philadelphia, was taken into custody at the 8500 block of State Road at around 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5,...
ICE Intensifies Inspections at Bonded Warehouses: Legal Risks and Implications for Employers and Workers
In late 2025, a series of immigration enforcement actions at bonded warehouses drew national scrutiny. This highlighted a growing enforcement trend with direct implications for employers and immigrant workers across the Mid-Atlantic region. This includes New Jersey and Pennsylvania. These developments reinforce the...
Camden sees its lowest homicide rate since 1984
There were 12 homicides in Camden in 2025, down from 17 in 2024 and the lowest total since 1984. But it’s not just homicides that are down. Violent assaults, robberies and other crimes are also down across the board.
Pennsylvania–New Jersey: Rare East Coast Quake Tuesday Reminds Residents in Philadelphia to Prepare...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A rare East Coast earthquake early Tuesday is prompting renewed preparedness messaging across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, states where seismic activity remains infrequent but...
Fugitive wanted in two killings is shot, stabbed in Germantown
A man wanted in two killings — and whose murder conviction was overturned in a third — is now in police custody in the hospital. Officials said he was shot and stabbed over the weekend in Germantown.
Geno’s Steaks to open new location, reward offered for first 100 customers
Geno's Steaks will open its first location outside of Pennsylvania on Thursday at Power Plant Hampton Roads. The first 100 customers will get free sandwiches.
Target’s Largest Settlement Of 2025 Was Costly
Amid major leadership changes, job cuts, and tariffs, Target is facing a huge settlement payout to employees of their sprawling warehouse facilities.
