A new senior affordable housing complex in Camden comes with primary health care on...
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Over the past year, Lettie Draine watched an apartment building go up right across the street from where she lived in the Whitman Park neighborhood of Camden. Just...
Former MOVE members now filmmakers after spending 40 years in prison
PHILADELPHIA — In 2018, after spending 40 years incarcerated, Mike and Debbie Davis were ready to start living productive lives. They moved in with their son, Mike Africa Jr., who hadn’t yet been born when the couple — then 22-year-old MOVE members Mike and Debbie Africa — were sentenced for the 1978 murder of a...
Philadelphia Caribbean Festival brings island feel to Delaware River waterfront
Looking to feel some island vibes – even if it's only for one afternoon? No need to book a flight, just head to the Philadelphia Caribbean Festival at Cherry Street Pier later this month. For the 39th year, the event celebrates the cultures, food and people of 15 island...
46 year-old-man in critical condition after Wissinoming shooting
PHILADELPHIA - A 46-year-old man is in critical condition after police say he was shot three times inside a Wissinoming home. The incident happened on the 6100 block of Vandike Street around 5 a.m. Friday morning. The man was shot twice in his chest and once in the arm. He...
2 officers hurt after traffic stop leds to barricade situation in Philadelphia’s West Oak...
When officers approached the man's vehicle during a traffic stop, they say the man took off, dragging one of them a short distance.
Body with slash wounds found after Northeast Philadelphia apartment fire
Police are investigating a suspicious death after a body was found inside a Northeast Philadelphia apartment following a fire early Friday morning.
PECO says it’s working on billing delays, as some wonder what they owe
After a story about PECO customers who hadn't received bills for months, the company says it's making progress on the issue.
Two Philly Restaurants were Cited for Rodents and Other Violations
Chickie’s & Pete’s and Spring Garden Restaurant underwent routine inspections on August 7, 2025. The restaurants were visited by officials of the Philadelphia Department of Health to assess compliance with the health standards. The inspectors noted serious violations at both establishments, including insect and mouse...
2 men convicted of Philadelphia crime spree that included violent kidnappings
Two men were convicted of a brutal crime spree, including a pair of violent kidnappings in Philadelphia.
LGP QUA Murder Update: Third Suspect Arrested Trying To Flee House In Philly
Amir Earley was arrested in Philly making him the third suspect tied to LGP Qua's senseless killing over his chains.
