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Philadelphia is on a list of cities that the justice department said it plans to sue because of their immigration policies. ... A man who tried to rob a center city clothing store yesterday afternoon was pepper sprayed and shot at by a security guard -- although he wasn't hit. It was just after two at the Brandy Melville store at 15th and Walnut, where Philadelphia police say a 41-year-old man tried to take items and went behind the counter. When he was told to leave he refused. Security guard Mark Rodriguez says he fought with the man and pepper sprayed him, but it didn't do much. ... Philly police had about two dozen events set up around the city last night for 'National Night Out.' ... Chef Gordon Ramsay makes a stop in north Philly to give a local restaurant a make over on his television series, Secret Service…

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 (evening edition) The Justice Department has published a list of so-called Sanctuary Jurisdictions that it says are defying federal immigration law. --- A farming family in Burlington County is mourning the death of the patriarch, John Hunter, who died in a tragic accident on Sunday. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us his son and daughter say as hard as this is on them, the work has to get done. --- Hotel employees are in a position to see something and say something early when it comes to human trafficking. Now, a new bill in Pennsylvania would mandate training in recognizing and reporting such crimes. --- A Delaware County contractor accused of ripping off clients for years, is back in court this week after officials say he was arrested again, while out on bail for similar offenses. --- 34 girls from The Legend House in Philadelphia will hit the stage of the Kimmel Center later this month to perform an original work that explores joy, grief, and resilience in communities impacted by gun violence.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 (midday edition): Police are looking for a man they say is behind a string of sexual assaults in and around Center City over the past few weeks. ... A new Associated Press poll shows that the vast majority of adults in the country are stressed about the high prices of groceries. ... Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley says he was not expecting to appear on the list for President Trump's new Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition. ... A Philly mom has struck a chord with her group that helps new parents save money on baby items.

Police are searching for a man they believe sexually assaulted at least five women in the center city area within the last three weeks. ... New Jersey and Dupont agree to a historic settlement over PFAS contamination ... New details into what led to a police-involved shooting of a motorcycle driver in Bensalem over the weekend, as police accused that man of pointing a gun at another driver’s head. ... Less than three weeks to go until septa imposes deep service cuts, Democrats from Philadelphia’s state house delegation are calling for action by the Republican-controlled senate.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local for Monday, August 4, 2025 (evening edition): New Jersey has announced another settlement to remedy PFAS contamination, this one is believed to be the largest ever for a single state, valued at up to two billion dollars. --- A man who was waiting for a bus in Northeast Philadelphia is fighting for his life after being struck by a car early Monday morning. --- Several homes have been evacuated in Marlton, Burlington County after a gas main break sparked a fire. --- A new community Hub in Germantown is centering around education, resources and the environment. --- It was Day 9 of Eagles Training Camp practices with the Birds preseason opener only a few days away.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local for Monday, August 4, 2025 (midday edition): A stretch of the westbound side of Market Street is closed in Old City because of a months long construction project. --- Three weeks from today, SEPTA will impose major service cuts if lawmakers in Harrisburg don't pass more funding. --- A man is dead after an accident at a South Jersey farmer’s market yesterday morning. --- Officials in Hammonton are encouraging people to attend an Atlantic County commissioners meeting tomorrow to voice their concerns about plans to build a regional prison there.

A man is dead after an accident at a South Jersey farmer’s market Sunday morning. ... Officials in Hammonton are encouraging people to attend an Atlantic county commissioners meeting to voice their concerns about plans to build a regional prison there. … Free first Sunday in Philly welcomes families to enjoy the arts along the parkway.

A man is dead after a farming accident at the Hunter's Farm Market in south jersey Sunday morning. --- The Beau Biden Foundation in Delaware received a grant that will be used to train future teachers, healthcare providers and law enforcement officers. --- Looking for something fun to do with the whole family while also saving a few bucks? KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has some tips.

Bensalem police say an officer shot a motorcyclist after what appears to be a road rage incident that led to a foot chase. ... The eight “Club World Cup” matches played in Philadelphia this summer brought 346-thousand fans to The Linc, a test run for next year’s actual World Cup. ... Some area college students are spending their summer on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. But they're not traveling -- they're interning. ... A pool at a rec center in Cobbs Creek is open again, three days after a mass shooting injured five people nearby.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 (morning edition): Philadelphia Police have announced an arrest in Wednesday afternoon's shooting at a West Philadelphia rec center that left a 16-year-old in critical condition and 4 other people hurt, including 3 other children. *** A 38-year-old Montgomery County man is under arrest, accused of possessing child sexual abuse material, with videos authorities say show children as young eight years old. KYWs Newsradio's Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports: *** Eagles legend Eric Allen will be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame this afternoon at 1. More from KYWs Newsradio's Dave Uram. *** As summer winds down, St.Christopher’s hospital for children is gearing up for their annual Back to School Carnival in North Philly. KYWs Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has the details

SEPTA's impending service cuts could leave midday Regional Rail riders with long waits between trains. We get the story from KYW's Mike DeNardo… North Philadelphia is one of the areas in the city most affected by violent crime. The latest incidents are two early Friday shootings that killed one teenager and wounded two more. Now, the Philadelphia Police Department has a new program to keep kids safe during the summer at two Recreation Centers. KYW's John McDevitt reports..... Prospect Medical Holdings, the now-bankrupt company that owns several shuttered hospital buildings in Delaware County, is working to dump some of its properties and avoid paying tens of millions of dollars in taxes. KYW’s Justin Udo has the story... Friday is the first day of recreational marijuana sales in Delaware, and people young and old lined up outside dispensaries to make their first legal purchases... KYW’s Nigel Thompson was with some outside a dispensary in Wilmington…

A teen was killed and two others were wounded when shots were fired in North Philadelphia early this morning. KYWs Tim Jimenez has more from police headquarters. Last night's storms left people stranded in their cars in several feet of water. In Upper Southampton Township, Bucks County, three to four feet of water was reported on Second Street Pike and Street Road. Burlington, New Jersey measured 6 inches of rain. Water was seen pouring into Septa Broad Street Line subway stations through cracks in the walls. Pea-sized hail was reported in Boothwyn, Delaware County. Problems are lingering at the airport. There was an hours-long ground stop at Philly International during the storms. Airport spokeswoman Heather Redfern says t will take a while for things to get back on track: Today is the first day of recreational marijuana sales in Delaware and people young and old lined up outside dispensaries to make their first legal purchases. KYW’s Nigel Thompson was with some outside a dispensary in Wilmington… Victims of sexual assault in New Jersey can now keep track of their cases through a new online database. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more on this.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, August 1st, 2025 (morning edition): A teacher at a Montgomery County childcare center is charged with aggravated assault, accused of abusing two infants, including one that remains hospitalized. Philadelphia Common Pleas Court has upheld a city ban on devices that increase the rate of fire from semi-automatic weapons. Today is the day Smarty Jones gets enshrined in the Horse Racing Hall of Fame, 21 years after he came a length short of winning the Triple Crown. Seven dogs and a cat were rescued from a hot SUV parked at the edge of the Temple University campus last week. All eight animals survived, but three are still looking for new homes …

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, July 31, 2025 (evening edition): U.S. Marshals nabbed a man in West Philadelphia this morning wanted in connection with a mass shooting at a block party on July 21st last year, that killed three people and wounded six others. --- Seven dogs and a cat were rescued from a hot SUV parked at the edge of the Temple University campus last week. KYW’s Matt Coughlin reports all eight animals survived, but three are still looking for new homes. --- Philadelphia labor leaders got together this morning to call on lawmakers in Harrisburg to end their month-long budget stalemate amid growing concerns about funding for SEPTA and Philly schools. --- KYW Newsradio has learned that the City of Philadelphia is abandoning the Unity Cup soccer tournament after nine years.

Five people, including four children, are shot outside the pool of a West Philly rec center. ... A former state employee has admitted stealing more than 140-thousand-dollars from religious and political organizations he was involved in over a four-year period. ... Cherry hill’s fire department is getting two-million-dollars from the state to build a new fire training facility. ... Temperatures finally start going down a bit today and will really plummet tomorrow. While locals have been trying to find ways to avoid the heat...

The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office has completed its investigation into a deadly crash following a reported theft at a Target in Limerick, finding no violations by responding police. KYW Newsradio's Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports *** Police are hoping the public can put a name with the face seen on video from this month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports... *** Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced the appointment of several new high-level city officials. KYW Newsradio's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports………… *** A Delaware County man is behind bars after officials say he raped and committed sexual offenses against teenage girls who worked for him at a pizza shop. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo has the story. *** The African-American Chamber of Commerce of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware made the final stop on its State of the Chamber Tour at Live Casino Wednesday, with a special emphasis on 2026. KYW Newsradio's Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more…

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 (midday edition): The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office has completed its investigation into a deadly crash following a reported theft at a Target in Limerick, finding no violations by responding police. --- Police are hoping the public can put a name with the face seen on video from this month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry. --- Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced the appointment of several new high-level city officials. -- A Delaware County man is behind bars after officials say he raped and committed sexual offenses against teenage girls who worked for him at a pizza shop. --- The African-American Chamber of Commerce of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware made the final stop on its State of the Chamber Tour at Live Casino Wednesday, with a special emphasis on 2026.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 (midday edition): New Jersey state troopers shot and killed a man outside of his Camden County home. The state Attorney General's Office is investigating, as is protocol. ... An investigation into two women who left two critically ill puppies at a North Philadelphia animal shelter found signs of even more animal abuse. ... Seniors who live at an apartment building in South Philadelphia had to be evacuated because of an electrical fire. ... Your train trip may take longer today because of the heat. Amtrak has canceled several trains and SEPTA is slowing down rail service because of the hot weather.

An investigation into two women who left two critically ill puppies at a North Philadelphia animal shelter found signs of even more animal abuse. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi has the story. *** Philadelphia police are looking for two more suspects in a deadly birthday party shooting over the weekend in Nicetown. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. *** We're in for another hot one today with Real-Feels getting close to 100 again. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson braved the heat in Fairmount to talk to some residents about how they’re coping. *** The Barnes Foundation is teaming up with Penn museum in a new ground breaking online platform. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard reports it gives students and teachers an up-close-and-personal experience with visual arts from home and the classroom.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 (evening edition): Arrest warrants have been issued for two men in connection with a deadly birthday party shooting over the weekend in Nicetown. --- A Philadelphia woman says her then 15-year-old son’s life was forever changed after he was paralyzed by a hail of gunfire on a North Philadelphia playground in 2023. The shooter will now spend 10 to 20 years behind bars. --- Police are looking for two men they say blew up an ATM inside a gas station in North Philadelphia Tuesday morning. --- A 31-year-old is behind bars, accused of breaking into a woman’s home in Lansdale while she slept and trying to strangle her. --- Officials in Camden say their efforts to stop illegal dumping over the past year or so have been paying off.