Pennsylvania Lottery hands out $197K prize to lucky online player

Philadelphia, PA — A Philadelphia player won a major online prize of $197,508.36 playing the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Interstellar Blast Invasion, lottery officials announced Monday. The winning ticket came from the EZ eInstant…

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement warning of an elevated wildfire risk across New Jersey today, fueled by low humidity and gusty southwesterly winds.

Wildfire risk elevated across New Jersey as dry, gusty conditions raise warnings

TRENTON, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement warning of an elevated wildfire risk across New Jersey today, fueled by low humidity and gusty southwesterly winds. According…

Man in wheelchair fatally struck by school bus in North Philly

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man in a wheelchair was fatally struck by a school bus in Philadelphia’s 25th District late Monday afternoon, according to preliminary information released by authorities. Police said the…

Philly Powerball player grabs $1M at ShopRite

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A Powerball player in Philadelphia is holding a $1 million-winning ticket after matching five white balls in Wednesday night’s drawing, Pennsylvania Lottery officials confirmed Thursday. The ticket, sold at…

Man critically wounded in late-night shooting on M Street; suspect sought

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 27-year-old man is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times late Tuesday night in the Juniata section of Philadelphia, authorities said. Officers from the 24th District…

Philly gang leader sentenced to six years for running oxycodone drug ring

NEWARK, NJ — A leader of South Philadelphia’s violent “10th and O Crew” was sentenced to six years in federal prison for orchestrating a wide-ranging conspiracy to distribute prescription opioids, the U.S.…

Underrated colleges in New Jersey that deserve a second look before you decide

TRENTON, N.J. — While Rutgers and Princeton dominate discussions of New Jersey higher education, several lesser-known institutions in the Garden State offer distinct opportunities for students seeking rigorous academics, unique programs, and…

New Jersey Mother Faces Felony Charges After DUI Crash

EWING TOWNSHIP, NJ — A 39-year-old New Jersey mother, Megan Fackler, is facing multiple felony charges following an alleged drunk driving incident on October 5, 2024, in Ewing Township. Authorities claim Fackler…

Woman killed in hit and run on Cottman Avenue

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A woman was killed late Thursday night in a hit-and-run collision involving a dark-colored SUV on the 2800 block of Cottman Avenue, according to the Philadelphia Police Department. The…

Road rage, one dead, two hurt in separate Philly shootings hours apart

PHILADELPHIA, PA — One man is dead, another is injured, and a third remains hospitalized after two separate shootings — including a road rage incident — unfolded on Philadelphia streets Thursday morning…

Garbage route turns deadly as Two convicted in 2022 murder of Philly sanitation worker

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Two men were convicted last week for their roles in the 2022 fatal shooting of Philadelphia sanitation worker Ikeem Johnson while he was collecting trash in the city’s Mayfair…

Man shot in West Philly walks into hospital after 16th District gunfire

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man was shot Sunday in the city’s 16th District and managed to walk himself into the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania before being transferred to another facility,…

Man killed, two others wounded in North Philly triple shooting

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man was killed and two others were wounded in a triple shooting Sunday evening in the city’s 22nd District, authorities said. The incident unfolded when Housing Police transported…

Man shot inside Dennie Street home in broad daylight

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man was critically injured in a shooting Monday afternoon inside a home on Dennie Street, prompting an active investigation by Philadelphia police. The shooting occurred around 4:20 p.m.…

Arson investigation launched after fire at Pennsylvania governor’s mansion

HARRISBURG, PA — An early-morning fire Sunday at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence forced Governor Josh Shapiro and his family to evacuate as state police launched an arson investigation into the blaze that…

New Jersey business owner tried to hide money from IRS by paying workers in cash

CAMDEN, NJ — A Philadelphia man admitted in federal court that he conspired to defraud the IRS by paying workers under the table at a New Jersey chimney service company, resulting in…

Violent night in Philly as Woman stabbed, man shot hours apart

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A string of overnight violence rattled Philadelphia early Saturday as police investigated two unrelated incidents: a stabbing in the 15th District and a shooting in the 25th District that…

Child shot in Southwest Philly rushed to CHOP expected to survive

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A juvenile male was shot Thursday evening on South 57th Street in the city’s 12th District and remains hospitalized in stable condition, Philadelphia police confirmed. Key Points Police responded…

New Jersey woman asked Tinder date to kill cop ex-boyfriend and his daughter

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 26-year-old woman was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot targeting her ex-boyfriend, a Philadelphia police officer, and his 19-year-old daughter, authorities said Tuesday. Key Points According to the…

Ohio player hits $50K jackpot from lottery terminal ticket

NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO — A lucky Ohio man is celebrating a $50,000 payday after hitting it big on the Ohio Lottery’s EZPLAY® Wild Card Joker Jackpot game. Key Points The winner, identified…

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