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'Dangerously hot' temperatures to hit the Philly region this weekend 1:37

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Summer is here, and extreme heat is expected to sweep the region as early as Sunday. Philadelphia has declared a Heat Health Emergency through Wednesday.KYW's Sunny Morgan has tips on how to stay cool. (photo credit: Getty Images)

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PECO customers wrestle with food preservation as storm outage carries into 2nd day 5:44

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The KYW Newsradio All-Local - Friday, June 20, 2025 (Evening Edition)Power companies expect to work through the weekend to make repairs caused by yesterday's storms that hit the listening area.Thousands of PECO customers without power are trying to find a way to preserve the contents of their fridge until the lights come back on. A bill that would …

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Pa. bill would cover home-use blood pressure monitors for pregnant women 1:16

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A group of state lawmakers is pushing to expand Pennsylvania’s medical assistance programs to cover what they say could easily help prevent one of the leading causes of death related to childbirth. KYW's Jim Melwert has the details.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Delco man charged for trying to poison neighbor's dogs 1:05

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Police Chief Brandon Graeff said the department had received complaints for months from Mark Nugent, 63, of Broomall, "about dogs being outside, barking incessantly, sometimes at later hours, sometimes just during the day, but incessantly,” he said.KYW's Justin Udo has the story. (photo credit: Nikolay Popov/Getty Images)…

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Man arrested in Puerto Rico, extradited back to Philadelphia on murder charges 1:10

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A 21-year-old man is facing murder charges for a double homicide four months ago in Northeast Philadelphia.Alejandro Perez is accused of killing two men back in February.Rudy Reyes, 30, and Wesley Toribio-Diaz, 32, were both shot multiple times through their bodies. They were found dead inside a Jeep Cherokee on Adams Avenue in the Lawncrest neighb…

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Police in Atlanta arrest man accused of killing teen in Philadelphia 3 years ago 1:10

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A 27-year-old man was arrested Friday in Atlanta for allegedly killing a teenager three years ago in West Philadelphia.Authorities in Georgia took 27-year-old Malik Williams into custody for the murder of Nakir Sylvester. The 19-year-old was found shot in the chest near 42nd Street and Haverford Avenue in the city’s Powelton neighborhood in June 20…

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PECO customers wrestle with food preservation as storm outage carries into 2nd day 1:19

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As PECO crews work to restore power to thousands of customers after Thursday night’s storms, those without electricity are trying to save what’s in the fridge. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo reports.(photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW)

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Philly police retiring baby blue shirts for a midnight blue hue 1:01

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Philadelphia police officers will have a new look starting in the fall. They are trading in their baby blue shirts, first issued in the 1970s, for midnight blue ones. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports. (Photo by Bastiaan Slabbers/Sipa USA)

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More than 1,000 pets available at Brandywine Valley SPCA's Mega Adoption event 1:00

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The Brandywine Valley SPCA is holding its 19th Mega Adoption event this weekend. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports more than 1,000 pets are looking for their forever homes. (Photo credit: Brandywine Valley SPCA)

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1999: M. Night Shyamalan gives Philly an economic and artistic boost with first hit 'The Sixth Sense' 1:36

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In honor of our 60th anniversary, KYW Newsradio is taking a look back at some of the biggest stories we've covered in the last six decades of local news in greater Philadelphia. The city played a supporting role in the hit movie "The Sixth Sense" by filmmaker and Philly-area native M. Night Shyamalan. The 1999 film set the standard for the supernat…

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The Manayunk Arts Festival returns this weekend 0:59

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The Manayunk Arts Festival is hitting Main Street this weekend. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has the details.

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Severe thunderstorms down tree limbs across the region 2:07

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There’s a lot of cleaning up to do today from yesterday’s storms that pummeled the region. A lot of trees and power lines came crashing down. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez is live in Roxborough with the story.

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Medical Report: Cases of generalized anxiety disorder on the rise 0:54

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Generalized anxiety disorder is one of the most common health problems in the U.S., and cases are on the rise. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough explains.

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Slavery continued even after Juneteenth in the U.S. 1:24

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As we celebrate freedom and liberation, it’s important to note that slavery was not completely over in the United States after Juneteenth. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams talked with an area historian to learn more.(Photo Credit: Aaron Lemay/Getty Images)

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Temperatures soar at AAMP's Juneteenth Block Party 1:15

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The Juneteenth Block Party at Philadelphia’s African American Museum was hot. As KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin tells us … temperatures were soaring too.(Photo Credit: African American Museum of Philadelphia)

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Philadelphia Union and WSFS Bank gift new bikes and safety gear to kids in Chester 0:59

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Juneteenth was a day to give back at Subaru Park in Chester, where a special program helped kids get their summer in gear. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo was there.

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NJ 5th-grade teacher indicted, accused of having a baby with her student 0:56

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A grand jury has indicted a teacher from Cape May Court House who police said sexually abused one of her former students and had a child by him. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.

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Oxford Valley Mall shut down as authorities investigate shooting 0:16

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Middletown police are investigating a shooting at a bus stop outside the Oxford Valley Mall.Police say it was an isolated incident and that the offender and victim knew each other. The shooter is on the loose and the victim is at the hospital. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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Camden officials raise flag at City Hall for Juneteenth 0:21

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Camden celebrated Juneteenth at City Hall and Mayor Vic Carstarphen raised a red, black and green Pan-African flag.

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Severe weather brings down tree limbs and more in the Philly region 1:40

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Now to the severe weather with which we are dealing, although a tornado warning is cancled, but as a cold front moves into the region. Pretty changeable weather, as folks have to scramble, if out and about. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt joins us live in the Storm Center with the latest. (Photo Credit: Bryan Ramona/KYW Newsradio)…

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Crews work to remove tractor trailer that crashed off 30 bypass in Chester County 1:04

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A bad crash involving a tractor trailer in Sadsbury Township, Chester County has the 30 Bypass westbound shut down. More details are just coming in and we go to KYW’s Vik Raghupathi at the scene with the latest. (Photo Credit: Vik Raghupathi/KYW Newsradio)

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Tractor trailer hits mowing crew, crashes through guardrail on 30 bypass 1:04

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A tractor trailer hits a mowing crew and goes over the guardrail on the Route 30 bypass in Sadsbury Township, Chester County.KYW’s Vik Raghupathi was there as it was being cleaned up … (Photo: Vik Raghupathi/KYW Newsradio)

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Montgomery County updates ICE policy, requiring judicial warrants for cooperation 1:19

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Montgomery County has updated its policy on dealing with federal immigration officials, prohibiting cooperation without a judicial warrant. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert tells us the change comes after criticism from what advocacy groups have called the county’s cooperation with ICE.(Photo Credit: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)…

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Declining enrollment blamed for pending closure of Vare Charter School 1:08

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Leaders of Kenny Gamble's Universal Companies say declining enrollment was the reason they're not seeking a renewal for the Vare Charter School. We get the story from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo.(Photo Credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio)

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Two men sought in connection to fatal Gayborhood shooting 1:11

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Police have identified two suspects wanted in connection with a fatal shooting of a man in Center City's Gayborhood earlier this month. With more here's KYW's John McDevitt.(Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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Electric bikes and scooters are growing in popularity — and so are injuries 1:26

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Doctors say they're seeing a rise in injuries connected to electric scooters and bikes. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports. (Photo credit: Getty Images)

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Operators of Universal Vare in South Philly will not seek charter school renewal 1:06

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The future of Universal Vare Charter School in South Philly is in question, now that the operators have announced plans not to seek a charter renewal. KYW Newsradio's education reporter Mike DeNardo has more.

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Unconventional ‘Space Opera’ experience in Old City combines theater and role-playing games 1:00

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Theater and role-playing games combine in a “playable theater” experience in Old City. KYW Newsradio’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka explains how it works.

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Central Bucks superintendent, 4 employees fired following allegations of student abuse 1:37

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The Central Bucks School District fired the superintendent and four other employees Wednesday night in response to abuse allegations against elementary school students with special needs. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.

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Students share Juneteenth history at Penn Museum forum 1:21

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Today is Juneteenth, marking the day the last enslaved people learned they were free -- two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.Thousands of students in Philly have spent weeks learning about Black history and demonstrated what they learned at the Penn Museum. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard was there and spoke with a few of those students.…

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2023: Penn scientists win Nobel Prize for mRNA research that helped develop COVID-19 vaccine 1:48

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In honor of our 60th anniversary, KYW Newsradio is taking a look back at some of the biggest stories we've covered in the last six decades of local news in greater Philadelphia. The COVID-19 pandemic might well have been longer and more devastating without the work of two scientists from Penn who worked for years on a new type of vaccine, which end…

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'No stopping' zones take effect along Spruce and Pine bike lanes 1:24

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Starting today, Philadelphia Parking Authority officers will be issuing tickets to anyone parked in new "no stopping anytime" zones along bike lanes on Spruce and Pine streets.It's part of the Get Out the Bike Lane law that makes stopping for any amount of time in a bike lane punishable with a fine of $125 in Center City and $75 in other parts of t…

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Ways to commemorate Juneteenth in Philly: Black history tours, free museums and more 1:18

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There are dozens of ways to celebrate Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.There's no charge to get into the African American Museum in Philadelphia. There will be a block party at 7th and Arch at noon. The National Constitution Center is also free today. Or, you might want to try a Black history tour. KYW Newsrad…

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Security guard at West Philly apartment complex shot by resident, police say 1:24

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A security guard was shot at an apartment complex in West Philadelphia overnight, police said.It happened around midnight outside the Walnut Park Plaza Apartments at 62nd and Walnut streets.Investigators said the 46-year-old guard got into an argument with an apartment resident earlier in the day, and the resident came back later and shot the guard…

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Medical Report: As many as 1 in 10 newborns do not get adequate nutrition 0:49

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As many as 1 in 10 newborns do not get adequate nutrition. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough takes a look at the impact.

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A ‘distressing setback,’ says Mazzoni Center of Tenn. ruling on gender affirming care 1:04

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A Philadelphia LGBTQ+ health and wellness services organization expresses their concern about the Supreme Court's decision to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors. KYW's John McDevitt reports.(photo credit: Ben Montgomery/Getty Images)

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Former World Cafe Live employees protest outside venue, demand on-time payment 1:16

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Former World Cafe Live employees picketed outside the venue Wednesday afternoon, a week after workers staged a walk-out to protest the new CEO.KYW’s Vik Raghupathi tells us their demands include on-time payment and a more respectful work environment.(photo credit: Vik Raghupathi/KYW)

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Man charged with murder in shooting death of teen in Southwest Philadelphia 0:39

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Around 11:30 a.m. on June 8, 17-year-old Zaafir Jerry was found unresponsive with gunshot wounds to his head, hip and back on Felton Street, around the corner from the 62nd Street and Woodland Avenue trolley stop.(photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)

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The Linc sees a split stadium for Wydad AC vs. Manchester City 1:17

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The Club World Cup continues to pull in soccer fans from around the world.One of the best clubs in the world made an appearance at the Linc Wednesday when England's Manchester City took the field. They squared off against Moroccan club Wydad). KYW's Matt Coughlin was there.(photo credit: David Ramos/Getty Images)…

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Scam texts about unpaid tolls are still going around. Here’s how to protect yourself from them. 1:14

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"Drivers beware" is the warning once again coming from Pennsylvania’s Attorney General as his office sees an uptick in toll-related scams.KYW’s Justin Udo talked with a data safety expert about what people can and should do to protect themselves from these scams.(photo credit: saifulasmee chede/Getty Images)…

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Allen Iverson cuts the ribbon on new basketball court in Cobbs Creek 1:15

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Created in partnership with the Sixers and Penn Medicine, KYW's Conner Barkon tells us the court at Cobbs Creek Parkway has six new hoops, nets and backboards that sit on a freshly resurfaced blacktop painted Sixers blue.(photo credit: Conner Barkon/KYW Newsradio)

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World Cafe Live CEO pushes back on toxic workplace accusations 1:16

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For a group of former employees, this is the story of a struggle for the soul of an iconic music venue and their jobs. For the new leadership group, it is the story of a philanthropic effort to save that venue using technology.KYW's Matt Coughlin has the details.(Photo credit: Charlotte Reese/KYW Newsradio)…

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With no funding solution from Harrisburg, SEPTA to consider doomsday budget 1:07

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While the governor and legislative leaders continue their budget negotiations, SEPTA presented its board with a spending plan that slashes service by 45% and hikes fares by nearly 22% to fill a $213 million gap. We get the story from KYW's Mike DeNardo.(photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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Pa. expected to miss budget deadline again this year 1:19

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While Pennsylvania Senate Republican Leader Joe Pittman says the state will once again miss the Constitutionally mandated June 30 budget deadline, Gov. Josh Shapiro says there are fewer sticking points this year. They’re continuing to try to find solutions.KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(photo credit: Getty Images)…

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NJ lawmakers warn of dangers of AI therapy, push for ban 1:07

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New Jersey is working to regulate artificial intelligence chatbots that offer mental health therapy. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more on this.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Harassment of a sports official could soon be a crime in Pa. 1:07

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The Pennsylvania House is considering legislation that would make harassment of a sports official a crime. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert tells us it’s an effort to protect referees and umpires in youth sports.(photo credit: TerryHealy/Getty Images)

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Man charged in February home invasion in Evesham Township 1:22

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A South Jersey man is facing multiple charges after he was arrested in connection with an Evesham Township home invasion back in February. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.

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Along the threatened Trenton Line, state officials stress the importance of public transit 1:12

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Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plan to fund public transit still faces a major hurdle in the Pennsylvania Senate, and local and state officials are hitting the ground to promote it. KYW Newsradio’s Nigel Thompson was at a stop on the threatened Trenton Regional Rail Line, where officials gathered to emphasize the importance of public transit.…