Camden County Police expands drone program after homicides drop again
Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen said doubling down on the department's drone program helps make the city safer.
Person of interest in violent Center City dog attack in custody, charges expected
PHILADELPHIA - Police say a person of interest in a violent dog attack that severely wounded an 11-month-old puppy in Center City is in custody and is expected to face charges. What we know:. Stella, an 11-month-old puppy, was attacked by an unleashed pit bull outside the Wanamaker Building, near...
Philadelphia doctors raise concerns over new childhood vaccine guidance
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Jill Scott announces ‘To Whom This May Concern,’ first new album in more than...
PHILADELPHIA — Legendary singer Jill Scott is kicking off 2026 with a special announcement: Her sixth studio album, called "To Whom This May Concern," will come out on Feb. 13. The release marks Scott’s first new album in more than a decade, following 2015’s "Woman." Coinciding with last week's announcement, Scott...
Lower Moreland police arrest man for indecent assault, harassment
The Lower Moreland Police Department announced today the arrest of Matthew Flint, 20, for alleged indecent assault and harassment. According to the report, a female reported being the victim of a sexual assault on September 14, 2025. Flint was arrested and charged with the offenses below:. (1) COUNT OF 3125...
About 80 homes without water after massive sinkhole swallows road in West Oak Lane
Crews are trying to restore water to residents after a massive sinkhole opened in West Oak Lane overnight. It happened at the intersection of Wister and Rodney streets.
30 Years Later, Philly Remembers the ‘Blizzard of 96’
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the historic Blizzard of 1996, a storm that blanketed the city with over 20 inches of snow.
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.
