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Man dies after being found unconscious in parking lot of Live! Casino, police say

NBC10.com (Local) 4/3 1:07P Hayden Mitman

Police said a man has died after he was found unresponsive in the parking lot of Live! Casino along Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia on Thursday morning.

U.S. Marshals capture teen suspect in shooting death of boy on SEPTA bus

NBC10.com (Local) 4/3 12:28P David Chang and Hayden Mitman

Law enforcement officials have shared a photo and identity of one of the suspects in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy on a SEPTA bus in West Philadelphia last weekend....

Man dies in West Philly shooting, police say

NBC10.com (Local) 4/3 9:35A Hayden Mitman

Police in Philadelphia say a 40-year-old man was killed on Thursday afternoon in a shooting that happened along the 4500 block of Lancaster Ave., in West Philly.

3 men arrested, accused in retail theft ring targeting shoe stores in Philadelphia and New Jersey

6abc.com 4/3 9:15A 6abc Digital Staff

The thefts took place between February 3 and March 22, resulting in more than $28,000 in stolen merchandise.

Long-closed Franklin Square PATCO station to reopen Thursday for 1st time since 1979

6abc.com 4/3 9:15A Katherine Scott

The 14th stop on the PATCO line is meant to improve connectivity between Philadelphia and Lindenwold, New Jersey.

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The 2024-25 Philly School Experience Survey is now open through June 13

Philadelphia City School District News 3/26 4:15A Amina

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‘Philly, I love you': West Philly street renamed for actor, rapper Will Smith

NBC10.com (Entertainment News) 3/26 10:36A Hayden Mitman

'From West Philadelphia born and raised...', to Hollywood and back, Will Smith has made his mark on this city. And now, legislators are making it official by naming the 2000...

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Stephen Starr to open 2 new restaurants in Atlantic City — his first there since the pandemic

PhillyVoice - Food & Drink 4/3 8:20A Michael Tanenbaum

Stephen Starr is opening two new restaurants this summer at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City. One will serve Thanksgiving fare and the other will serve steak frites. Starr...

Here Are Philadelphia’s 2025 James Beard Finalists

Philly Eater 4/2 7:21A Erika Adams

Lille Allen/Eater Mawn’s Phila Lorn and the Lovers Bar at Friday Saturday Sunday made the list On Wednesday, April 2, the prestigious James Beard Foundation announced its restaurant and chef award...

The Best Rooftop Restaurants and Bars in Philly

Philly Eater 4/2 5:29A Ernest Owens

Assembly Rooftop Lounge Where to eat and drink above the city Dinner with a view and a breeze is the kind of thing that makes city life a bit more livable when the temps rise. Follow this guide and...

The Best Breakfast in Philly

Philly Eater 3/27 3:40A Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme

A breakfast sandwich at Middle Child. | Middle Child Bagels, scrapple, egg sandwiches, doughnuts, and more early-morning options Big, indulgent brunches are great and all, but they’re not for every...

Where to Eat at Citizens Bank Park, Home of the Phanatic (and the Phillies)

Philly Eater 3/26 4:50A Tierney Plumb

The Phillie Phanatic performs at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Phillies baseball team. | Photo by Hunter Martin/Getty Images New and classic ballpark dining options at the South Philly baseball...

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Why You Should Embrace a Capsule Spring Wardrobe

Living Lesh 3/29 12:00A Iesha Vincent

As the world starts to warm up again, we all begin to look into the backs of our closets for lighter fabrics and brighter colors I don t know about you, but I always get so...

Refreshing Bare Wall Space

Vida Fashionista 3/25 11:00P Davida Janae

Refreshing Bare Wall Space. This post has kind of been long overdue. I finished this little project in the middle of January. Better late than never but wanted to share this small update that I The...

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3 parents facing charges after all-out brawl at a youth hockey tournament in Egg Harbor Township,...

CBS Philly (Sports) 4/3 11:40A Ryan Hughes

Several parents are now facing charges in connection with a brawl at a kids' hockey tournament in South Jersey. Police said the fight first broke out between players, and...

The Braves stink this season and it’s awesome

PhillyVoice - Sports 4/3 6:25A Shamus Clancy

The Braves have had a nightmare start to their season. Phillies fans should revel in it.

Report: Sixers expected to rule out Tyrese Maxey for remainder of season

PhillyVoice - Sports 4/3 5:57A Adam Aaronson

Tyrese Maxey played a career-low 52 games in 2024-25.

Vic Fangio's message to Howie Roseman after defensive losses

NBC10.com (Sports) 4/3 5:06A Reuben Frank

The Eagles defensive coordinator chatted with NBC Sports Philadelphia's John Clark on Wednesday at the Phillies game.

The Eagles' awful 2020 season helped them win a Super Bowl

PhillyVoice - Sports 4/3 3:48A Jimmy Kempski

Remember the Philadelphia Eagles' 2020 season? It feels like it was along time ago. It was really bad. It ended up being really good.

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