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Vehicle being chased slams into SEPTA bus on Broad Street, police say
Police officials say a vehicle crashed into a SEPTA bus near the intersection of Broad and West Rockland streets in Philly’s Logan section early Thursday after it was reportedly being chased and shot at.
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Montco man made, sold ghost guns out of ‘clandestine' firearms lab, police say
Law enforcement officials have attested 24-year-old Tahmeir Wilson, of Upper Pottsgrove, after, they claim, they recovered ghost guns and found evidence of a gun making laboratory at his home.
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Drexel University plans to layoff 60 staff members in budget balancing effort
Officials at Drexel University have announced a plan to layoff dozens of ‘professional staff employees’ in an effort to ‘ensure resilience amid financial headwinds facing the higher education sector.’
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Montco officials warn of phone scam from faux sheriff's office
Officials in Montgomery County are warning residents to be alert for fake phone calls from scammers claiming to be from the county’s sheriff’s office and asking for money to clear sham arrest warrants.
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Second boy arrested for starting Evesham, NJ, wildfire, police say
Police have announced a second 14-year-old boy has been arrested after an Oct. 30, 2024 wildfire in Evesham Township, NJ. This comes after another boy, 14, was arrested Nov. 7, 2024 in this same incident.
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License plate flipping devices banned in Pa.
Devices that flip a license plate — which officials said are often installed on vehicles involved in criminal activities — have been outlawed in Pa. and drivers caught with them could face a $2,000 fine.
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‘Slippery swine' on the loose in Bensalem Township, police say
For ‘the past few weeks’ police in Bensalem Township have been on the hunt for a pig, officials say. Officials believe residents have been feeding the animal and they hope to capture it and get it put up for adoption.
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City Council hears public input on 76ers Center City arena plan
In the first hearing to allow city residents to share their views, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, Philadelphia City Council heard public input on the controversial plan to bring a new 76ers arena to Center City.
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Man, 37, shot dead on Kensington Ave. in afternoon slaying
Police in Philadelphia are investigating after a 37-year-old man was shot and killed in an incident that happened along Kensington Ave. in the city’s Kensington section, on Monday afternoon.
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Is Philly ready for a jam-packed 2026?
City Councilmember Isaiah Thomas is hosting a hearing ahead of 2026 to ensure the city is prepared for America’s 250th birthday, the FIFA World Cup games, the MLB Draft and other events.
