A 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in New Jersey shook the Northeast, prompting FAA ground stops at Newark and JFK, and activating the State Emergency Operations Center.

Pennsylvania is hosting a vehicle auction on April 9, offering over 355 vehicles, including SUVs and seized cars, at Manheim Keystone. Pre-registration by April 8 is required.

Philadelphia Police seek help to find missing teen Morgan Kea, last seen on Stenton Avenue. She is 16, described as 5'4" with a thin build, weighing 120 pounds. Community and family are deeply concerned as the search intensifies.

Philadelphia chef Jesse Ito of Royal Sushi & Izakaya is a finalist for Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, with other national talents highlighted in various categories. The awards honor culinary excellence and address industry issues.

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission condemned antisemitic graffiti at Wynnewood's synagogue and reassured its commitment to fighting discrimination.

Philadelphia opens its first permanent satellite election office to simplify voting processes and enhance electoral access, highlighting an innovative approach to democracy.

Inmate Jeffrey Bell Jr. was found unresponsive in his cell at SCI Smithfield and declared dead at a hospital; an investigation into his death is underway.

PennDOT and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful recruit high schoolers for an environmental stewardship program, offering leadership training and community engagement opportunities.

Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro introduces guidelines for insurers to cover OTC contraception, emphasizing affordability and ease of access to birth control, potentially saving women $250 a year.

Bryce Harper sat out Sunday's game for a scheduled rest, not due to his fall into a photo pit during the previous game.

Gunfire near Temple University led to two arrests, with a third suspect, described as wearing a pink hoodie and a skull cap, still at large. No injuries were reported from the incident.

Protesters from the Party for Socialism and Liberation disrupted traffic on I-676 in Philadelphia, leading to over 50 arrests. Traffic was restored by 8 p.m. after hours of shutdown.

Wilmington announces a series of street projects including road repaving and utility work beginning April 1. The city advises checking its online travel map for updates, while also preparing for Easter egg hunts and local events affecting traffic.