A runaway pig named Dorothy caused a commotion on the Schuylkill Expressway when she escaped from a trailer, leading to an impromptu rescue by bystanders and police.

Police seek help to find missing juvenile Natalia Rivera last seen at a South 3rd Street house in Philadelphia. She is 14, with brown eyes and red/auburn hair.

Philadelphia created the Office of Public Safety to streamline citywide public safety efforts and coordinate activities between various departments and the police.

Philadelphia appoints Sharolyn Murphy, formerly from the city's Law Department, as the new permanent Risk Manager, succeeding Barry Scott. She has a history of accolades, including a 2021 Teddy Award.

The Philadelphia Parking Authority warns of a phishing scam with fake parking ticket texts and advises against clicking on provided links, directing individuals to their official site for any ticket concerns.

The NWS has issued a heat advisory for the Philly area, warning of temperatures with heat index values up to 108, potentially causing heat-related illnesses.

One teen was captured after fleeing Abraxas Academy, while the search for the second continues. The police are actively looking for the remaining escapee.

Philadelphia mourns the loss of 19-year-old Maurice Quann, who was shot and killed at a July 4th gathering just days before his high school graduation.

The NWS forecasts mixed weather for Philadelphia with showers, thunderstorms, and sunny skies, with highs in the mid-90s and varying chances of precipitation throughout the week.

Philadelphia parks will host free outdoor movie screenings this summer, including films like "Back to the Future," "Kung Fu Panda 4," and "Barbie." The series begins with "Elemental" on July 10, 2024.

Philadelphia police are investigating a fatal accident where a woman was struck by a vehicle and then a bus on Frankford Avenue early Saturday morning. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and both drivers are cooperating with the investigation.

Philadelphia police seek public help to identify two suspects from a June 19 assault in the 22nd District, after surveillance footage showed a violent attack resulting in severe head trauma for the victim.

Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest. Evacuations have been ordered, trails and roads closed, and containment efforts include a backfire operation. Public is warned to avoid the area and drones.