Campanella Park will be closed on August 20, 2025, from 7 AM to 4 PM for pavement preservation, affecting regular visitors, with emergency vehicles allowed access.

Veteran firefighter Ed Margavich died following an injury sustained while responding to arson. Having served for over 60 years, his passing is mourned by the Bristol Township's Third District Fire Company.

Preseason bowl projections for the College Football Playoff are out, with the SEC leading the predictions and potential changes to the playoff format being discussed.

Philadelphia celebrates 10 new Ironworkers Academy graduates, supported by the Rebuild program and local partnerships, focused on providing career opportunities in trades with a path to union apprenticeships.

Mosquito spraying is scheduled for August 18 in Pottstown, PA, to target mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus, with Duet® Duel-Action Adulticide used by OPH personnel.

Philadelphia launches a range of after-school and summer programs for students, emphasizing arts, sports, and STEM, aimed at continuing education outside the classroom.

Philadelphia expects foggy mornings, stormy afternoons, highs near 90 degrees, and high humidity. Showers and potential thunderstorms predicted into Thursday.

Philadelphia Police seeks help finding missing 13-year-old Hector Rivera, providing a description and urging public to contact Northeast Detectives with information.

Philadelphia Police are seeking Christopher Battle for a triple homicide in July, offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction.

Wilmington Police arrested a 23-year-old woman, Jada James, for a shooting on Pleasant Street that injured a 24-year-old female. James faces multiple charges, including Second Degree Assault.

Philadelphia is introducing a new traffic pattern on 47th Street to improve safety and traffic flow, with line striping and traffic sign work to cause temporary closures.

SEPTA faces a $213 million budget shortfall and may cut services, raise fares, and reduce bus and rail operations without new state funding by August 14.

Terrell Frazier faces murder and attempted murder charges after a Grays Ferry mass shooting. Police seek additional shooters involved in the incident involving 13 guns.