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…
Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation in Kensington
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Police Department is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place in Kensington’s 100 block of East Willard Street. The incident unfolded just after 12:30 p.m., centered around…
Philadelphia Teen Arrested for Ties to ISIS, Collaboration
PHILADELPHIA, PA – On Friday, a 17-year-old resident of West Philadelphia was taken into custody by the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force. The arrest is part of an ongoing federal terrorism investigation,…
Philadelphia DA Charges ‘Aspiring’ 17-Year-Old Terrorist Affiliated With Al-Qa’ida
Philadelphia DA Charges ‘Aspiring’ 17-Year-Old Terrorist Affiliated With Al-Qa’ida Kate Anderson on August 14, 2023 The Philadelphia District Attorney’s (DA) office announced during a press conference Monday that they were charging a…
19-Year-Old Missing in Central Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the assistance of the public in locating Tamia Washington, who has been reported missing. Tamia was last seen on Wednesday, August 8, 2023, at…
85-Year-Old Woman Missing in East Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is appealing to the public for aid in locating Margaret Josey, a missing individual who is also considered endangered. Margaret was last seen on Sunday, August…
80-Year-Old Man Reported Missing i Northeast Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating George Hooper, a missing individual from the 7700 block of Hasbrook Avenue. George was last seen…
Missing Philadelphia Child Last Seen Leaving Home
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Naji Deas-Drayton, a 13-year-old resident of the 6300 block of Argyle Street. Naji was last seen at his residence…
Endangered 61-Year-Old Woman Missing In Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a request for the public’s assistance in finding Patricia Walker, who is considered to be an endangered missing person. Patricia was last seen on…
Man Fatally Shot in East Germantown
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting incident occurred in East Germantown on Saturday afternoon. Police officers arrived at 5100 Belfield Avenue, where they found a 27-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to…
19-Year-Old Shot in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting was reported at 2900 Ruth Street on the highway around 1:48 a.m. on Sunday. A 19-year-old male was found with a gunshot wound on his left leg…
Police Investigating Vandalism at Philadelphia Buddhist Temple
PHILADELPHIA, PA – On Wednesday, at around 11:56 a.m., an individual was caught on camera causing damage at a Buddhist Temple on the 1200 block of Ridge Avenue. The suspect overturned numerous…
Philadelphia’s Kensington Neighborhood: Poster Child for America Gone Wrong
The drug crisis in Kensington, Philadelphia, is a story that has gained both national and international attention. The neighborhood is gripped by a severe drug epidemic, with xylazine — a veterinary tranquilizer…
Double Shooting in Strawberry Mansion Leaves One Dead
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A violent incident in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood resulted in the death of a man and injury to a woman on Wednesday evening. Philadelphia Police Capt. Michael Goodson reported…
22-Year-Old Man Critically Injured in Hunting Park Shooting
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting incident in the Hunting Park neighborhood left a 22-year-old man critically injured. The incident took place on the 700 block of West Lycoming Street shortly after 2:00…
Philadelphia Women Charged with Neglect of Quadriplegic Family Member
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced charges against two Philadelphia women, Rashina Long and Jasmine Long, for their alleged neglect and assault of a quadriplegic man requiring full-time care.…
Mother Fleeing Gunfire with Her Young Child Struck in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Gunfire erupted in East Kensington, and a mother fleeing the shooting with her young child was shot in the head during the exchange. Officers responded to the shooting on…
Man Charged for Firing at SEPTA Bus in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Heriberto Acevedo, Jr. has been recently charged by the District Attorney’s Office following an investigation by SEPTA Police. The incident occurred on July 14, around 5:55 am on the…
88-Year-old Woman Missing in South Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 88-year-old missing endangered person, Mary Lou Ruffin. She was last seen on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, around 9:00 AM…
13-Year-Old Reported Missing From Northeast Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is appealing to the public for assistance in locating a 13-year-old missing juvenile, Sara Whalen, who was last seen on Sunday, August 6, 2023, near the…
Warlocks Motorcycle Gang Member Convicted for 2017 Slaying
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Michael DiMauro, a member of the Warlocks motorcycle gang, was convicted of the murder of David Rossillo, Jr., 33 years old, who was last seen in December 2017. The…