The Philadelphia Sheriff's Office introduced a community newsletter to improve communications with residents, detailing office activities, sheriff's sale dates, and highlighting local contributions.

IU of Pennsylvania and the Dept. of Human Services collaborate to train future osteopathic physicians at Torrance State Hospital, aiming to alleviate rural healthcare worker shortages.

Pennsylvania's Governor Shapiro appeals to reinstate the USDA-cancelled Local Food Purchasing Assistance Program that benefitted farmers and food banks.

Philadelphia Police seek help to find missing teen Joshua Crippen, last seen on March 22. He's described as 5'9", with black hair and brown eyes. Public's assistance is crucial.

Pennsylvanians are receiving the first wave of Money Match checks from an automatic unclaimed property return program, with over $1.7 million being distributed to more than 7,000 people.

Philadelphia Mayor Parker announced a $2B H.O.M.E. Plan to create/preserve 30,000 homes, funded by bonds and public funds, targeting challenges in housing availability and quality.

Philadelphia's forecast from NWS includes sunny to rainy conditions, with highs ranging from 53°F to 77°F and chances of nighttime rain increasing into the weekend and next Monday.

A man pleaded guilty to child exploitation charges including transporting a minor for sexual activity and accessing child pornography. He abused a child and was involved in child abuse material possession.

Norman Copper was convicted on drug and gun charges following an investigation triggered by parole tip-offs, leading to the discovery of methamphetamine and firearms.

Philly's new dashboard tracks efforts to reduce traffic casualties, focusing on the most dangerous 12% of streets.

Philadelphia received a $600,000 grant from the William Penn Foundation to update its Climate Resilience Plan, focusing on community input and equitable strategies.

Philadelphia invites residents to help update its Climate Resilience Plan to address increasing threats like flooding and extreme heat, promoting climate justice and citywide resilience strategies through community engagement.

Philadelphia prison officers are now trained to use Narcan, successfully saving lives from drug overdoses. Narcan is widely available in the facilities due to the high risk of substance abuse among inmates.