A Philadelphia man was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing, receiving and possessing child pornography.

A city stop-work order says World Cafe Live must halt operations by March 11 over alleged tax violations, putting spring shows and staff in limbo.

A shooting on Milne Street left one person dead and another critically injured; five children inside were unharmed.

Mayor Parker celebrated the return of history at the President's House site and warned legal challenges may follow.

A man from New Jersey was arrested for attempting to engage sexually with a minor online, resuming contact after a pause, and arranging a meeting. He later confessed and faces charges.

The city’s Claim Your Money PHL campaign is back with free tax prep and multilingual support to help Philadelphians claim EITC, CTC and the new state WPTC before April 15.

Two juveniles were arrested following a series of violent robberies in South Philadelphia, with increased police patrols and community vigilance in response.

SEPTA’s Feb. 22–23 schedule changes rename lines and tweak timetables; D1 and D2 trolleys will use a new signal system that can add up to 15 minutes to some trips.

Philadelphia Fire Department conducted two rescues: one from the Schuylkill River and another from a house fire in Frankford, saving total of three people.

A Bucks County judge handed William Ingram 30–64 years after prosecutors said he killed his 82‑year‑old mother and hid her body under a pile that contained drugs and cash.

City planners narrowed a long list to three finalists and will host a Feb. 25 open house; the old Filbert Street terminal is set to reopen as an interim hub by May.

Philadelphia's weather forecast predicts a mix of rain, fog, and snow throughout the week, with variable conditions including a high near 44 degrees and a 70% chance of rain heading into the weekend. Snow is likely by Sunday.

A trailer fire in Frankford injured one person Wednesday morning; officials have not released a cause. Crews extinguished the blaze and an investigation is pending.