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Due to the unusual nature of the Amish population, they frequently serve as a source for medical discoveries, especially related to genetic research. These can be discoveries on the “positive” side – such as the gene mutation in one Amish community which accounts for an over 10% longer lifespan, or one linked to...

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An alleged member of the “Felony Lane Gang” was caught after a string of “smash and grab” thefts across Pennsylvania earlier this year. Tiffany John, 31, of Philadelphia, was jailed on 114 charges, including multiple counts of conspiracy to commit identity theft, corrupt organizations,...

Investigators said Everton’s wife, 41-year-old Sherrie Parker, and son, 22-year-old Deshawn Thomas, purchased a chainsaw, containers, trash bags, and other cleaning supplies after Miller went inside the house on June 12.

The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a call for assistance in locating a missing person, Aaron Bond, who was last observed in the Fifth District. According to a public bulletin on the Philadelphia Police Department's news blotter, Bond, 30, was seen for the last time on Saturday, September 6th, at 11:19 a.m....

Tony nominee Adam Pascal, who originated the role of Roger in 'RENT,' is bringing his acoustic show to Philadelphia for the first time.

In an effort to further drive down shootings, Philadelphia is now requiring gun stores to post warning signs about the criminality and consequences of purchasing firearms for someone who is legally barred from owning them. The practice, known as straw purchasing, can lead to a decade in prison and a six-figure fine.

The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Lylah Rose Negro. Lylah was last seen Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:15 pm, on the 29xx block of Richmond St. Lylah is 14 years-of-age 5’2″, 80 lbs., thin build, light brown complexion, long strawberry blonde hair,...

Central Detective Division is seeking the public’s help identifying the individual seen in the following video clip. On September 9, 2025, at approximately 4:46am, an unknown white male gained entry to the Star Cloud Smoke Shop located at 620 North Front Street by breaking the front door glass. Once inside the...

An 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew is set to go into effect later this week in parts of Philadelphia, which could effect dozens of businesses. Hundreds are speaking out against the measure.

The 2,977 victims of the Sept. 11 attacks were remembered as the Philly region marked 24 years since the tragedy.