Five people were arrested in an alleged scheme that prosecutors say drained seniors’ bank accounts across Northwest and Southwest Philadelphia.

A cool, rainy stretch arrives for Philadelphia with the heaviest rain Saturday night and strong onshore winds that raise rip‑current and small‑craft risks.

Shots were fired at a car in Fox Chase Thursday morning after an argument between drivers; the victim was uninjured and detectives are asking for tips.

Martin G. McGuinn, former Mellon Financial CEO and longtime Pittsburgh philanthropist, has died at 83. He led Mellon through a strategic pivot and served on major local boards.

Tiffany's Bakery opens a Manayunk storefront this Saturday and will give away 500 cupcakes between 2–7 p.m. to mark the launch.

An Allegiant flight to Atlantic City turned back to Fort Lauderdale after a cabin pressurization alert. Thirteen people were evaluated and three were taken to hospitals.

Federal agents executed a federal warrant at a home near Bywood Elementary in Upper Darby; officials say voting and school operations were not disrupted.

A judge found there is enough evidence to proceed against Arkel Garcia in the fatal beating of a 68-year-old, a case that resurfaces questions tied to ex‑detective Philip Nordo. Prosecutors played surveillance video at a preliminary hearing and the defense says it will fight the charges.

Two men were sentenced in Bucks County after prosecutors said an online recruiter groomed a 13‑year‑old; the alleged recruiter faces separate trafficking charges. Victim impact statements moved the court.

A cool, wet pattern moves into Philadelphia Thursday with showers and thunderstorms and an unsettled holiday weekend.

Unite Here Local 274 set a June 12 strike deadline, warning walkouts could hit Center City hotels during the FIFA World Cup if talks stall. The union seeks $30/hour, workload caps and stronger benefits.

An 11‑story life‑sciences tower at 3201 Cuthbert opened Wednesday, consolidating Drexel research into University City and bringing new lab tenants and commercial space.

A new 5K in Fairmount Park will kick off Philadelphia’s 250th celebrations this Memorial Day weekend.