Burlington-Bristol Bridge reopens following fiery crash, officials say
A crash involving two vehicles -- that both burst into flames following the collision -- caused the Burlington-Bristol Bridge to close to traffic on Tuesday morning. According to officials, two vehicles collided on the bridge just before 8 a.m., causing both vehicles to erupt in flames. However, officials said, both...
Beekeeper to harvest sewer honey after carefully removing beehive in South Philadelphia
Some residents even got a taste of fresh sewer honey!
Man hailed as hero after helping residents escape North Philadelphia fire
People living in a North Philadelphia neighborhood are calling one man a hero after he jumped into action to warn residents their home was on fire. A fire broke out Tuesday, June 9 on the 1400 block of North Franklin Street, sending flames and black smoke from the roof of several rowhomes.
Man shot in the face in West Philadelphia broad daylight shooting: police
PHILADELPHIA - A suspect is in custody after police say a man was shot in the face Tuesday afternoon in West Philadelphia. Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the area of 60th and Race streets around 1:30 p.m. for reports of a shooting inside a residence. Police...
Mother of 4 beaten to death with brick in North Philadelphia attack
Police said they are searching for the man seen in the video, as well as another man who was allegedly involved in the attack.
Northeast Philadelphia Airport Eyes Largest Municipal Solar Installation in City History
Northeast Philadelphia Airport may be on the verge of a significant green energy milestone that could set a new standard for how the city powers its public facilities. A proposed 1.5-megawatt solar farm, still awaiting City Council approval, would generate an estimated 3,000 megawatt-hours of electricity each year, eno
My walk across America is over, but my mission for South Side kids is...
As I write this, I am sitting in stillness for the first time in a while. I’ve been walking across America for nearly 200 days, and I admit I’m itching to get back onto the open road. I loved the walk — meeting new people, seeing the hidden corners of America, and learning her stories.
10 Restaurants in Pennsylvania That Food Lovers Say Are Worth the Trip
Pennsylvania is home to some of America’s most memorable dining experiences, and the best meals aren’t limited to Philadelphia alone. From world-famous cheesesteaks and authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking to innovative vegan cuisine and nationally recognized fine dining, the Keystone State offers something for every t
Hearsay Cocktail Bar to Debut in Philadelphia This Summer on Walnut St.
A nostalgic cocktail bar, designed to “take you back to slower times,” is set to debut in Philadelphia this summer. Hearsay, a new concept from hospitality veteran Justin Jordan behind Home Hospitality Group, will open at 1222 Walnut St., according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. The spot will feature...
WHYY’s ‘Fresh Air’ host Terry Gross has the script flipped on her by Philadelphia...
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Terry Gross marked the 50th anniversary of her longtime WHYY radio show “Fresh Air” by putting herself in the hot seat. During a fundraising event at WHYY on Sunday, the tables were turned as Philadelphia
