African American Philadelphia Woman Wins Ben Franklin Look-Alike Contest During America 250 Celebration
Philadelphia, PA – Kiya Burgess, 25, was named the winner of the annual “Night of 250 Benjamin Franklins” look-alike contest held July 3 near Philadelphia’s Liberty Bell, earning the top spot in…
Philadelphia Teen Exonerated and Released in Market-Frankford Station Shooting
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a recent turn of events, a Philadelphia teenager, Zaire Wilson, 16, was released from custody after additional evidence revealed he was not involved in the January shooting at…
Philadelphia DA Files Lawsuit Against Insulin Manufacturers for Price Gouging
PHILADELPHIA, PA – District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Monday a significant legal move against nearly 20 pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for allegedly colluding to inflate the price of…
19-Year-Old Shot in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department, alongside the Shooting Investigation Group, is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent shooting incident. On the…
Suspects Sought in Philadelphia Shooting Death
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department’s homicide detectives are making a public appeal for help in identifying two males connected to a homicide that occurred on Ogontz Ave. The incident, which…
Philadelphia Felon Arrested with Arsenal of Firearms at Marijuana Grow Facility
HARRISBURG, PA – In a significant operation led by Attorney General Michelle Henry, a Philadelphia felon on parole was arrested for illegal possession of firearms. Nicholas Mimoso, with a history of felony…
Philadelphia Cocaine Trafficker Moved Product from Puerto Rico to South Jersey
CAMDEN, N.J. — Iran Soler, a 44-year-old Philadelphia resident, has been sentenced to over four years in prison for his role in a drug-trafficking organization that operated across Philadelphia and southern New…
Staff at Philadelphia Pharmacy Heading to Prison Over Opioid Trafficking Scheme
PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced the conclusion of a significant investigation into opioid distribution and healthcare fraud at Spivack, Inc., formerly known as Verree Pharmacy in Philadelphia. This years-long investigation…
Lottery Ticket Worth $461K Sold in Philadelphia
Middletown, PA – The Pennsylvania Lottery has revealed that a jackpot-winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket was sold in Philadelphia, clinching a staggering $461,440 in the Saturday, March 16 drawing. Matching…
Three Philadelphia Brothers Sentenced to Prison for Postal Fraud
PHILADELPHIA – The United States Attorney’s Office announced the sentencing of Zumar Dubose of Atlantic City, NJ, and Abdush Dubose of Boynton Beach, FL, for their involvement in a scheme defrauding the…
Philadelphia D.A. to Continue Investigation After Judge Dismisses Charges Against Mass Shooter
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office has officially dropped all charges against Charles J. Rice, whose 2011 conviction for a mass shooting in South Philadelphia was overturned last November by…
Car Thief Sought in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A vehicle theft occurred on the 3900 block of Aramingo Avenue at approximately 11:30 AM. The owner reported that they left their Jeep Renegade running in a parking lot…
Three Children Hospitalized in Philadelphia Carbon Monoxide Incident
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Three children were hospitalized following a carbon monoxide leak at a home located on the 4100 block of Stanwood Street. According to city police, a 9-year-old girl, a 5-year-old…
Philadelphia Police Seek Fugitive Wanted for Deadly Shooting on North Dewey Street
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in connection with a homicide that occurred in the early afternoon of March 5. An 88-year-old male was fatally shot…
Ten Irish Pubs in Philadelphia for a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Philadelphia’s Premier Irish Pubs: A St. Patrick’s Day Pilgrimage Philadelphia, a city steeped in American history, also prides itself on a rich Irish heritage, making it an ideal destination for St. Patrick’s…
Philadelphia Lottery Player Wins $250,000 Powerball Prize
A Lottery retailer in Philadelphia recently made headlines as it sold a Powerball with Power Pla ticket worth $250,000 for the Monday, March 11 drawing. The ticket, matching four of the five…
Philadelphia Man Sentenced for Two Violent Carjackings
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Dashawn Pringle, a 27-year-old Philadelphia resident, has been sentenced to over 10 years in prison for his involvement in two separate carjackings. Senior Judge Timothy J. Savage of the…
Philadelphia ComicCon Ticket Holders Finally Offered Refunds for COVID-19 Cancellation
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant agreement with Easton-based Great Conventions LLC and its owner, Christopher Wertz, offering refunds to consumers affected by the cancellation of the…
Philadelphia Store Sells $1.1 Million Lottery Ticket
Middletown, PA – A Philadelphia lottery retailer has sold a progressive top prize-winning ticket worth $1,192,632.50 for the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Ca$h Wanted game. The ticket for the drawing on Saturday, March 9,…
New Jersey Vantage Point Allows You To See NYC and Philadelphia Skylines at the Same Time
A Panoramic Experience: Kingda Ka Offers Views of Two Major City Skylines JACKSON, NJ—A unique feature of Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, is offering guests more than just thrilling…
Philadelphia Care Worker Convicted of Medicaid Fraud
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced the conviction of a Philadelphia man, Felipe L. Santos, for Medicaid fraud and related charges. Santos was found guilty of falsely claiming to…