Philadelphia plans to install a statue honoring civil rights activist Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander near the Municipal Services Building, as announced by Mayor Parker.

A Bensalem man, Sean R. Greer, was sentenced to 21-44 months in prison for child endangerment and indecent assault from 2002 involving a 12-year-old girl.

Philadelphia Police seek help to find missing 15-year-old Altrevon Parker last seen in the city's 24th District.

Brian Zenszer, a former SEPTA officer from Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing and distributing child pornography. He will also face seven years of supervised release and pay $32,000 in restitution.

Delaware authorities are investigating a shooting near Claymont Elementary School; no injuries were reported, and an abandoned, damaged car was found.

Philadelphia faces a heat wave with temperatures nearing 99 degrees and a heat advisory in effect. The city anticipates high heat indices, poor air quality, and potential relief with predicted rain and thunderstorms.

The PFD and L&I are improving safety protocols and enforcing codes after the NIOSH report on Fire Lt. Sean Williamson's death, following a fire and building collapse in Philadelphia.

Phillis Fugah pleaded guilty to carjacking and discharging a firearm in a 2024 Upper Darby incident involving a family. She faces a minimum of 10 years to life in prison.

The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for parts of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, anticipating heat index values up to 106 degrees. They advise the public to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.

Philadelphia business owners will lose the $100,000 BIRT exemption after the 2024 tax year and the $2,000 U&O tax exemption after December 2025 but can still take a 60% NPT credit on BIRT payments.

Ernest Saxton, 85, is a thriving participant in Philadelphia's Senior Community Service Employment Program, exemplifying the initiative's success in helping seniors re-enter the workforce.

NWS Philadelphia forecasts mixed weather, with initial sunny days and highs up to 86°F, but warns of potential coastal flooding and a rise in chances for showers and thunderstorms towards the weekend.

Vineland City rescheduled Bitter Sweet Duo and Tony Mascara's Monday Night Concert Series to August 4 and 11, prioritizing accessibility for all attendees.