The City of Philadelphia’s OHR is hosting civil service career information sessions throughout August, aimed at aiding locals in understanding the city's hiring process.

PennDOT plans an $83.6 million overhaul of U.S. 422, including road reconstruction and bridge replacements, causing potential traffic delays in Lower Pottsgrove Township.

The NWS issued an Excessive Heat Warning for parts of DE, NJ, and PA, with heat index values possibly reaching 106 degrees. Residents are advised to stay cool and watch for thunderstorms later in the day.

PennDOT plans to install new traffic signals on West Chester Pike in West Goshen as a safety measure, causing potential congestion due to lane closures from Aug 5-9.

Route 40 in Washington County has reopened after a bridge strike, but a single-lane restriction remains on Route 2079 (Knob Road) from Wilson Road to Old National Pike.

PennDOT reopens Route 322 and Route 53 in Philipsburg, PA, after a train derailment led to road closures, with cleanup crews clearing the accident site promptly.

Cushmir McBride, 25, from Yeadon, PA, received a 90-month prison sentence for attempting to rob ATMs with explosives, including payment of restitution and a special assessment.

The Pennsylvania SPCA rescued a dog named Daisy after a video of her being abused went viral, and the dog is now safe and under their care. Charges are pending a forensic examination.

Philadelphia reintroduces the Single Ride Pass for its Indego bikeshare program, aiming to improve urban mobility and complement other transit options. The pass costs $4.50 for 30 minutes, catering to a variety of riders.

Bucks County dedicates bridge #48 to Vietnam War hero SP4 Patrick J. Breslin, honoring his service and sacrifice after he died in a helicopter crash in 1971.

Chester mourns teen Amir Rambert, killed in a double shooting, with a balloon release; his mother and the community seek answers and action against gun violence.

John Nusslein was sentenced to 25 years for two violent carjackings in Philadelphia, one resulting in death and the other in serious injury. He pled guilty to the charges.

A section of Graffiti Pier in Philadelphia collapsed into the Delaware River, with no victims found after a U.S. Coast Guard search. The pier had been closed since 2018 due to safety concerns.