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Elevator fixed at Northeast Philadelphia school after family raises concerns

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:28:45 Z

(6abc.com) Relief is setting in for the family of 11-year-old Gabe Gonzalez after an elevator at his Northeast Philadelphia school was repaired less than a day after Action News aired a story on his struggles.

$2 million worth of fentanyl seized in Northeast Philadelphia drug bust

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:28:45 Z

(6abc.com) Three people are facing serious felony charges after a drug bust in Northeast Philadelphia.

Crews battle fire near train tracks in North Philadelphia

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:28:45 Z

(6abc.com) Authorities said the fire was fueled by piles of trash in the area.

Philly Youth Basketball program offers free trades training for young adults

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:28:45 Z

(6abc.com) The program operates inside the Alan Horwitz "Sixth Man" Center in North Philadelphia, a hub for Philly Youth Basketball.

May seen as prime window for home sellers in Philadelphia region, Zillow says

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:28:45 Z

(6abc.com) Zillow's data indicates that sellers listing their homes in the latter half of May may increase their asking price by an average of about $7,500.

Philadelphia International Airport opens first kosher market

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:06:44 Z

(6abc.com) Philadelphia International Airport is now the first airport in the U.S. to open a storefront that exclusively offers kosher and halal certified items.

Meta glasses may have recorded South Philadelphia shooting that critically injured man, police say

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) Investigators said they found Meta glasses at the scene and believe they may have recorded the incident.

Centenarians honored during retired educators luncheon in Philadelphia's Queen Village neighborhood

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) Retirees who have hit the triple-digit mark were honored Thursday in Philadelphia's Queen Village neighborhood.

Liberty Bell replica honoring Philadelphia's workforce unveiled in Center City

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) The City of Philadelphia unveiled a tribute on Thursday to thousands of men and women who make up its workforce.

FIFA World Cup ticket prices in Philadelphia starting to come down on resale market, data shows

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) It seems those astronomical prices are starting to come down, at least on the resale market.

Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel brings cabaret show to Center City Philadelphia

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel is bringing her powerhouse vocals and comedy to the Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill, Philadelphia's only Broadway cabaret venue.

Stotesbury Cup Regatta returns to Philadelphia for 99th year

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) The world's largest high school rowing regatta returns to the Schuylkill River.

Police investigating car break-in, vandalism in Philadelphia's Fairmount section

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:43:55 Z

(6abc.com) Officials say a Honda was found early Thursday morning with its windows smashed and three tires stolen.

99th Stotesbury Cup Regatta kicks off on Schuylkill River in Philly

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:14:25 Z

(NBC10.com (Local)) The Stotesbury Cup Regatta -- the largest high school rowing event in the world -- began on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia on Friday, May 15.

Using AI for health questions? Here’s what to know before you trust the answer.

Fri, 15 May 2026 06:12:23 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) AI tools are becoming a go-to for people with health questions. They’re fast, easy to use, and can sound surprisingly confident. But that confidence can be misleading.

Five takeaways from Josh Harris and Bob Myers' press conference following Daryl Morey's departure

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:42:41 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) From Bob Myers' level of influence moving forward to what Daryl Morey's departure could mean for the Sixers' stars, a look at what stood out from Thursday's press conference.

Sixers mock draft roundup 2.0: With draft order settled, options at No. 22 overall come into focus

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:39:25 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Courtesy of the Jared McCain trade, the Sixers own the No. 22 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Which prospects could appeal to them?

Game-by-game Eagles 2026 win-loss predictions

Fri, 15 May 2026 02:57:04 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Is it a semi-pointless exercise to predict each regular season game's outcome as early as May, a day after the schedule was released? Yes, yes it is. Because I'm a hack sellout, let's just go ahead and do it anyway. Thanks for your clicks.

Police: Loose dog gets out of home, attacks 2 siblings in Philadelphia

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) Authorities said a 12-year-old girl and a 3-year-old boy, who are siblings, were playing outside when a pit bull ran from a nearby home and attacked them.

Neighbors left shaken after e-bike battery bursts into flames in Philadelphia

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) Video shows the rapid sequence of events, from a man stopping with the bike to smoke rising and then flames igniting in under two minutes.

Arrest made in mistaken identity killing of 20-year-old woman in West Philly

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old woman last month in what Philadelphia police say was a case of mistaken identity.

Broken school elevator forces student with muscular dystrophy to climb stairs for weeks

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) An 11-year-old Philadelphia student with Duchenne muscular dystrophy has been forced to climb stairs for weeks due to a broken school elevator.

Car split in half after crash in Southwest Philadelphia

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) A serious crash left a vehicle split in half Thursday night in Southwest Philadelphia.

Philadelphia police seek suspect in Kensington daytime assault caught on video

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:45 Z

(6abc.com) Neighbors say the timing of the assault is particularly troubling.

The health benefits of relationships are significant — as new cancer research reiterates

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Philly Voice (Health)) Marriage is linked to a substantially lower risk of developing cancer, new research shows. This is further evidence that committed relationships have the power to improve individual's health.

'A day from hell:' Philadelphia bride says wedding ruined by coordinator

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:59:45 Z

(6abc.com) A Northeast Philadelphia woman is warning other brides after she says a local wedding coordinator failed to deliver services promised for her wedding day and never refunded her money.

Birds fans eager for release of Philadelphia Eagles 2026 schedule

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:44:58 Z

(6abc.com) There is growing anticipation from Birds fans, as the NFL gets set to release their full schedule Thursday night.

Jennifer Childs debuts world premiere solo comedy show at 1812 Productions in Rittenhouse

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:44:58 Z

(6abc.com) Happening this week in Rittenhouse, it's the world premiere of a solo comedy show written and performed by Philadelphia's Jennifer Childs.

NRG employees take part in annual volunteer day in Southwest Philadelphia

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:44:58 Z

(6abc.com) At the event, NRG employees helped sort and package donated produce for redistribution into the community.

Man in custody following barricade situation in Philadelphia's Chinatown section

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:44:58 Z

(6abc.com) Police took a man into custody following a barricade situation in Philadelphia's Chinatown section Thursday.

Everything we know about the Eagles' 2026 schedule (leaks, updates, rumors)

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:38:05 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Eagles are going to London in Week 5 to play Jacksonville and will play rival Dallas on Thanksgiving. What else have we heard about their 2026 schedule?

Danny Brière is staying patient in building the Flyers, but admits he sees them becoming a destination again

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:36:36 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) After the playoff breakthrough and that last ovation from the fans, there's a lot to be excited about in Philly, which Danny Brière hopes the rest of the NHL is seeing.

Grease the pole! South Philadelphia's Italian Market Festival returns this weekend

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:58:38 Z

(NBC10.com (The Scene)) Philadelphia's annual South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is returning this weekend with food, music, crafts, and a 30-foot-tall greased pole.

PGA Golf in person, is it worth it?

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:29:31 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) What was once a rare and occasional Tour stop in the western burbs, last year's Truist Championship at Philadelphia Cricket Club and this week's PGA Championship at Aronimink are putting Philly's rich stable of golf courses on the national map.

Flyers detail full run of injuries following playoff run

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:57:01 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Part of getting back to the playoffs is taking on the heavier physical toll. The Flyers are learning about that now, too.

School District of Philadelphia changes name of its headquarters

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:53:13 Z

(6abc.com) The School District of Philadelphia renamed its headquarters on North Broad Street.

Woman killed in rollover crash on I‑95 in South Philadelphia; 4-year-old child unharmed

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:53:13 Z

(6abc.com) According to investigators, witnesses reported the driver was weaving in and out of traffic prior to the crash.

The Knicks Sweep Wasn’t The Story, The Sixers’ Reality Check Was

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:29:20 Z

(Philadelphia Sports Nation) Kyle Ross-Imagn Images When the final buzzer blew in Game 4 against the New York Knicks, the Philadelphia 76ers season wasn t really over. The result had been developing for years in many respects. After completing a second-round sweep with a 144-114...

Philadelphia Music Alliance welcomes new inductees to Walk of Fame

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:55:53 Z

(6abc.com) The Philadelphia Music Alliance inducted a new class of artists to its Walk of Fame.

Pa. Gov. Shapiro takes part in Chamber of Commerce conversation in Philadelphia

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:20:24 Z

(6abc.com) The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia hosted a conversation with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro in Center City Tuesday evening.