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PHILADELPHIA - A fugitive formerly on the FBI's Most Wanted list for the kidnapping and murder of a 5-year-old girl in Philadelphia over two decades ago has been captured. The FBI announced the arrest of Alexis Flores on Friday, calling it "the culmination of 25 years of tireless investigative effort."

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA — A developing coastal storm system is drawing growing attention from forecasters as updated weather models suggest increasing odds that the northern edge of the system could deliver a quick burst — or “thump” — of snowfall around Philadelphia overnight Sunday into Monday morning.

Bristol Township police said the woman reported to Philadelphia police on Saturday night that Yujun Ren, 32, sexually assaulted herbut was not arrested and followed her back to her Bucks County home.

New Castle County is temporarily pausing new hiring to fill vacant positions, except for those that are deemed critical to essential services and core operations. County Executive Marcus Henry said Friday that the step is being taken to "manage taxpayer dollars responsibly, and position the county for long-term...

A teenager was shot last night in Linwood, Delaware County, prompting an emergency response and an active police investigation, authorities said. According to CBS Philadelphia, the shooting was reported at about 8 p.m. at 122 Harvey Avenue in Linwood. Officers and emergency crews responded to the scene, where police...

What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Let us know. Wilmington resident Matthew Levitski has been in and out of prison for the past 20 years. The 42-year-old has a job and renewed hope for the future, he said, thanks to the work-release program at the...

Precious Hamilton, 15, of Crum Lynne (Ridley Township), who is accused of fatally shooting Baseem “Seyven” Baker, 17, of Jenkintown on October 6, has had her case transferred to juvenile court, MainlineMediaNews reported. In December, Hamilton was charged as an adult due to the violent nature of the...

Michael Phillips, 44, is charged with Attempted Homicide and related offenses following the Feb. 11 attack on Smithbridge Drive, according to authorities. The infant, Briggs Phillips, remains hospitalized as he recovers from serious injuries. In a statement shared on social media, Cialini-Phillips called the incident...

Greencastle Consulting is a veteran-owned and operated business in Malvern. Chester County is home to some of the best workplaces in the greater Philadelphia region, writes staff for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Each year, the Philadelphia Business Journal collaborates with Quantum Workplace to determine the...

Wilmington has big plans for its America 250 celebration. In July of 2025, Wilmington Mayor John Carney created a Wilmington 250 committee consisting of key stakeholders. That group included Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau, Riverfront Development Corporation, Downtown Visions, Delaware Historical...