Police fatally shot a man holding a woman hostage in Abington Township after a disturbance call involving gunshots. The woman and child escaped unharmed; officers are on leave pending investigation.

Edward Johnston pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter in a 2023 crash that killed 8-year-old Javier Velez while driving drunk at 107 mph in New Jersey.

The body of Joshua Daywalt, a 35-year-old with a history of mental illness, was found in the Schuylkill River. His mother advocates for mental health care reform. There is a $20,000 reward for information on his death.

Philadelphia Catholics pray for Pope Francis during his pneumonia battle as he receives ongoing hospital treatment while the local archbishop calls for his recovery.

The NWS in Mount Holly has issued a wind advisory for parts of DE, MD, NJ, and PA, with expected winds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 50 mph until midnight.

ICE arrested convicted drug dealer Nunez-Hernandez on the street due to Philadelphia's noncompliance with an immigration detainer after his release from prison.

Taesean Grant is charged for a nonfatal shooting with a 'ghost gun' in Philadelphia, as the city faces untraceable firearms issues. He shot a teenager after an argument, was caught by police, and admitted his actions. DA Krasner urges gun law reform.

Philadelphia seeks public input on its 2025 Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan to address disasters and enhance community resilience, with meetings for feedback scheduled.

Philadelphia Police seek public help in finding missing woman Zefforah Castro, last seen on February 28, 2025, described as 5'4" and 230 pounds, wearing a red sweatshirt, navy tights, and flip-flops with socks.

The DC Council's March 4 meeting includes discussions on consumer protection, building permits, and local business standards, with emergency acts and resolutions set to shape the district's regulatory and developmental future.

Charles Guthier from Quakertown was sentenced to 11 to 24 years for child pornography charges, including disseminating and possession, and must register as a sex offender for life.

Philadelphia launches a pilot program allowing seniors to use PHLCityID as proof of age for free SEPTA transit, aiming to improve transportation access and support older residents' independence.

Philadelphia's weather this week includes sunny days, with temperatures ranging from lows of 22 degrees to highs of 63 degrees, and ending with rain by Wednesday.