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Skeletal remains were found Monday near Wissahickon Creek and Germantown Avenue in Northwest Philadelphia. The Medical Examiner will work to identify the person as police investigate.
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About 75 CAPA students walked out April 20 after dozens were pulled aside for dress‑code checks. Students marched to district offices and are pushing for policy changes.
Noel Tirado, 41, was arrested in Bethlehem after being found hiding under blankets on a child’s bed, officials say. He faces multiple charges including manufacturing child sexual abuse material.
West Chester University police are investigating a reported sexual assault in on‑campus housing. Officials say the victim knew the suspected attacker and the probe is ongoing.
A pre-dawn blaze on the 3100 block of Weymouth Street forced neighbors into the street but left no reported injuries. Crews brought the fire under control.
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Moovit reports SEPTA will reduce bus, trolley and subway service in the coming months as pandemic-era funding winds down. Riders should plan for longer waits.
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A Philly Pretzel Factory has opened in Drexel’s Papadakis building, bringing water ice, soft‑serve and classic pretzels to University City and promising student hires.
A Trenton trucker died after his tractor-trailer left southbound I-295 in Mount Laurel. Family members say another driver cut him off and slammed the brakes before the crash.
A male pedestrian was killed after being struck on I-78 in Tilden Township late Friday; state police named the driver and said the investigation is ongoing.
A man pulled from Devil's Pool along Wissahickon Creek on Friday died after emergency crews performed CPR. Police say the incident is under investigation.
State police say a man in a blue hatchback tried to lure a student near Smithbridge Road in Glen Mills; investigators want tips and video from neighbors.
A hydraulic leak on Runway 27 prompted a ground stop at Philadelphia International, halting some evening arrivals. No injuries were reported and crews are assessing the aircraft.
Retail & Industry in ...
A 200X the Cash scratch-off worth $1 million was sold at a Hilltown Township Giant; the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for the sale.
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