Pennsylvania's unemployment rate stayed at 4.2% in March; nonfarm payrolls rose modestly and education & health services led annual gains.

A driver struck a marked police cruiser in West Philadelphia early Monday, fled and later crashed into a storefront; one person was hospitalized and police are searching for the suspect.

The American Lung Association’s 2026 report moves the Philly metro to 17th worst for fine‑particle pollution; wildfire smoke and local emissions helped drive the rise.

A 20-year-old was shot late Saturday on the 2100 block of N. 18th St and is in stable condition. Police are asking witnesses to contact Northwest detectives.

An early-morning blaze on May 3 damaged several Nicetown rowhomes along North 20th Street near Germantown Avenue; officials say injuries and the cause remain under investigation.

Thalassa, a Mediterranean cafe from Matt Maltepes, is headed to Fairmount with pastries, house-made ice cream and Greek-style coffee. No official opening date yet.

A new Dayforce study finds living-wage access in the Philly metro fell to 44.3% in 2025 while a family of four needs roughly $32.88 an hour. The slide widens racial and gender gaps.

Police have an arrest warrant for 19‑year‑old Landon McMahon after a shot was fired inside Asad’s Hot Chicken. Detectives say he should be considered armed and dangerous.

An ambulance was struck by a bullet on Snyder Avenue while transporting a patient to Jefferson Hospital; no injuries were reported and police are investigating.

Police released photos of two men wanted in connection with the Oct. 11, 2025 shooting that killed 16-year-old Xzavier Gregory in Rhawnhurst. Tips can be submitted to 215-686-TIPS.

A 33-year-old woman was critically injured in a hit-and-run on Broad Street Wednesday night; investigators say the driver fled and police are seeking witnesses.

SEPTA has begun an eight‑bus pilot to fit bullet‑resistant cockpits after months of testing. Drivers report feeling safer and officials are monitoring the trial for expansion.

A Bucks County judge sentenced Trevor Weigel to life without parole for the 2024 killing of 19‑year‑old Jaden Battista in Lower Makefield. The hearing included emotional statements from family and prosecutors.