Philadelphia All Local

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 (evening edition) It's weekday number two of the SEPTA cuts -- and as feared -- the reduction in service is affecting attendance at Philadelphia schools. --- Starting next week, Philadelphia water rates will increase by about ten percent. --- Philly International has completed a major upgrade meant to make air travel safer. --- The inability of Pennsylvania state law makers to pass a budget is being felt on a local level in more than just one way. --- Hurricane Erin never made landfall, but the storm made quite a mess at the Jersey Shore. Now, officials there are asking for help with beach replenishment.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 (midday edition): It’s another work and school day, and those who rely on SEPTA are trying to adjust to the reduced bus and Metro service. ... A man was found shot to death next to a lot of cash, a handful of cellphones and a gun in Germantown early Tuesday morning. ... A Pottstown man is accused of illegally recording two children in a Montgomery County courtroom while they testified during a hearing about sexual abuse. ... The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office announced the reopening of its Violence Prevention Grant Initiative application process.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Tuesday, August 26 (Morning Edition): Philadelphia officials say Monday rush hour was fairly typical—despite the cuts in septa service. But they warn next week is likely to get much worse if the state legislature doesn’t resume work on a budget. ... A vandal sprayed red paint on a display of solidarity with Israel outside the Weitzman national museum of American Jewish history in old city. Philly police tell nbc-10 that shortly after 4:30am, they found red paint covering the words "the Weitzman stands with Israel". The message is displayed below a large picture of the Israeli flag on the outside of the building at the corner of market street and independence mall. No arrests have been made, and police have not named any suspects. they ask anyone with information to contact them via the police tip line. ... The union representing more than 3,000 security officers across Philadelphia is demanding higher wages, better health care, and improved training, among other benefits. ... In case you missed it, actress Aubrey plaza went viral recently for wearing a t-shirt saying "Philly is a women's sports town."

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Monday, Aug. 28, 2025 (evening edition) The new school year in Philadelphia is underway, with the threat of a teachers strike off the table. On the eve of the first day of school, the school district and the teachers union reached a tentative agreement. --- Authorities have arrested and charged a man in connection to the a deadly shooting over the weekend in North Philadelphia. --- A home collapsed in North Philadelphia Monday morning after neighbors say demolition crews worked on a vacant lot next door. --- Recent polling shows Democrat Mikie Sherrill has a lead over Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the race for New Jersey Governor, but that advantage is in the single digits with a lot of undecided voters. --- New Jersey health officials say a racoon, killed by a family's dog last week, has tested positive for rabies.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 (midday edition): Crews battled a five-alarm warehouse fire in Tacony Monday morning. ... The new school year in Philadelphia is underway, and the threat of a teachers strike is off the table. On the eve of the first day of school, the school district and the teachers union reached a tentative agreement. ... Drastic cuts to SEPTA service have taken effect. As Philadelphia residents adjust to the changes, SEPTA riders are asking for some peace of mind and mercy on their pockets. ... Prosecutors have dropped charges against a Philadelphia man who they say left his gun unlocked and unattended. A child found it and accidentally shot himself. Gun safety advocates are urging lawmakers to pass a secure storage law.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Monday, August 25 (Morning Edition): The Septa service cuts are here -- and this will be the first day riders feel the brunt of it on their way to school or work. ... A midday Sunday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed down septa system. ... Villanova University had yet another false report of an active shooter Sunday morning. Officers responded to the call at the school's Austin hall. Shortly after arriving ... police ruled that the report was false. Those attending mass at Saint Thomas of Villanova church were briefly told to stay in place and wait for the all-clear. This follows last thursday's active shooter alert at Scarpa hall that officers determined to be a "cruel hoax." Following sunday's incident, the office of student life sent out a message reassuring members of the Villanova community that campus is safe, and that there will be Increased police and public safety presence for the immediate future in the wake of the past week's incidents. ... At least three people were shot and killed, and a few others wounded, in a rash of shootings across Philadelphia early sunday morning.

SEPTA riders bare the brunt of the first day of impact as those so-called "doomsday" sweeping cuts to service take effect. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard spoke with commuters who have a lot to say. ### A midday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed down system. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson spoke to some fans about how they’re adjusting. ### Just like SEPTA, New Jersey Transit needs cash. Officials there are now exploring their options, including selling or leasing some of its extensive real estate holdings. Details from KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. ### At least three people were killed, others wounded in several shootings across Philadelphia overnight. Police say the most recent happened close to 3 a.m. on West Ruscomb Street in Logan. Police say several men were on the sidewalk when someone walked up and opened fire. One man was killed after he shot back at the gunman. The shooter was hit in the leg. A second man was hurt -- his condition is unknown. The shooter took off running. Earlier in the morning, a man was found shot and killed not far up the road in the Fern Rock neighborhood. Police say it happened just before one o'clock at Warnock Street and Spencer Avenue. And minutes before that, a man in his 30s was killed after he was shot in the head in Kensington. This was at the intersection of E and East Thayer Streets. No arrests have been made in any of these shootings. ### Runners were off to the races in South Philly this morning for the Philly 10-K run. Hundreds of participants started at 8th and South Streets and ran the 6-point-2-mile course through the streets of South Philly, going through some of the more popular spots to run in the city. Rebecca McLaughlin says motivation from her friend prompted her to sign up and run this race for the first time in a decade The runners finished up at 5th and South Streets and celebrated with a post-race festival, filled with live music, local vendors and more.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Sunday, August 24, 2025 (evening edition) SEPTA riders bare the brunt of the first day of impact as those so-called "doomsday" sweeping cuts to service take effect. Commuters who have a lot to say. --- A midday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed down system. --- Just like SEPTA, New Jersey Transit needs cash. Officials there are now exploring their options, including selling or leasing some of its extensive real estate holdings. --- At least three people were killed, others wounded in several shootings across Philadelphia overnight. --- Runners were off to the races in South Philly this morning for the Philly 10-K run.

Investigators are trying to find out who phoned in a fake report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova University Thursday. The call prompted a massive police response. ... New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to hurricane Erin.. people along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. ... Pennsylvania is joining 20 other states in asking for the federal government to intervene immediately in a deadly drug problem involving counterfeit pills that are sold online. ... Philadelphia police arrest a third suspect wanted in last month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry that left three people dead and nine others wounded.

Barring a last minute funding agreement in Harrisburg...20 percent Septa service cuts are set to go into effect tomorrow. KYW's Sunny Morgan reports from 30th street station. A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting yesterday (FRI) just outside a SEPTA bus. KYW’s Conner Barkon has more… The setback jeopardizes Wheeler's availability for the start of NEXT SEASON TOO...a TWO TIME CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER, HE WAS A FRONT RUNNER FOR THE AWARD THIS YEAR.

As SEPTA prepares to cut 20-percent of services starting Sunday, efforts are underway to make sure riders with disabilities aren’t left behind. KYWs Newsradio's Matt Coughlin has more *** While SEPTA's planning to start its service cuts in three days, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced new plans to expand public transportation options in South Jersey. Details from KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. *** PGW has agreed to a settlement that will lower customer rate hikes next year. A coalition of environmental groups intervened before the Public Utility Commission. KYWs Newsradio's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports……………… *** Weeks after a shooting injured 5 at the Christy Rec Center’s pool in Cobb’s Creek, a night of basketball brought fun and competition to its gym in an effort to combat youth gun violence. Kids from across the city showed out on the court alongside a team of first responders. KYW Newsrado's Nigel Thompson watched the action…

While state legislative leaders continue to negotiate a mass transit funding deal, SEPTA says it’s going ahead with plans to slash service starting Sunday. KYW’s Mike DeNardo reports… There's a coastal flood warning for the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches until 2 tomorrow (SAT) morning. Hurricane Erin continues to kick up dangerous surf -- even though it's weakening as it moves farther offshore. This is especially of concern at high tide -- around 7:50 tonight in Atlantic City, to about 8:30 in Cape May. Cape May Emergency Management Coordinator Michael Eck says there’s also a dangerous rip current advisory extending through tomorrow. Local and federal law enforcement are trying to find whoever is responsible for hoax 9-1-1 calls about an active shooter on Villanova’s campus. The alert sent first year students and their families who were in town for orientation running to get to a safe place. KYWs Tim Jimenez has more from Villanova, where normal operations resume today, but resources are available for students and staff who need help... Meanwhile, Villanova students, parents, faculty and the surrounding community are trying to process the stress of yesterday’s events While there was no actual shooter, the fear felt by those barricading was all too real, as we hear from KYW’s Conner Barkon…

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 (midday edition): New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. ... The search is on for whoever made the hoax 911 calls that sent Villanova's campus into a panic yesterday afternoon. ... The Phillies welcome the Nationals tonight for a three-game series. Also tonight: the Eagles' preseason finale.

Investigators are trying to find out who phoned in a fake report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova university Thursday. The call prompted a massive police response, as we hear from KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo. ### New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi reports from Cape May, where there’s flooding risk in low lying areas. ### Pennsylvania is joining 20 other states in asking for the federal government to intervene immediately in a deadly drug problem involving counterfeit pills that are sold online. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon spoke with the attorney general about how the DEA's involvement can help law enforcement. ### Philadelphia police arrest a third suspect wanted in last month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry that left three people dead and nine others wounded. They say that 35-year-old Jihad Gray was arrested on Thursday near South 19th street and Snyder avenue. Officers served a search and seizure warrant and recovered two handguns and a rifle. Gunfire erupted at a party on July 7 along South Etting street, killing 19-year-old Jason Reese, 23-year-old Zahir Wylie, and 24-year-old Azir Harris. Nine other victims, ranging in age from 15 to 24, were shot, and another was injured at the scene. Police are still searching for several other suspects.

Three days before SEPTA slashes service because of its budget shortfall, there’s no indication that a funding solution is close. But negotiations continue, as we hear from KYW’s Mike DeNardo… A Montgomery County man who spent 30-years in prison before being released after life-sentences for juveniles were ruled unconstitutional, has been sentenced for stealing tens of thousands of dollars in COVID relief funds, just three years after he was paroled. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports: Authorities in Delaware County are investigating a police-involved shooting that left a man hospitalized. Officials say the officers returned fire after the man shot at them. KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson has details... A Salem County judge denied a motion today to suppress some evidence in the case against the driver accused of killing hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew last summer. Lawyers for Sean Higgins were asking for some data collected from his Jeep Grand Cherokee to be inadmissible because they argued the state didn’t obtain the proper warrants. The judge disagreed and denied the request. He ruled all of the searches were legal and officers obtained the proper warrants to collect data from the vehicle's infotainment system as well as airbag control modules. Higgins is charged with aggravated manslaughter and reckless vehicular homicide. Prosecutors say he was driving under the influence when he struck and killed the Gaudreau brothers as they rode bikes along County Route 551 on August 29th of last year -- the night before their sister's wedding. Another hearing is scheduled for September 18th.

Lawyers for the South Jersey man charged in the deaths of the Gaudreau brothers are expected to ask a judge to throw out some evidence in the case. A hearing is scheduled for this afternoon (1:30) in Salem. Attorneys for Sean Higgins want his statement to police at the scene of the crash that killed the hockey players to be excluded. They're also calling for data police obtained from Higgins' Jeep to be tossed out. Prosecutors argue that cops had probable cause to search the SUV, and they say Higgins voluntarily waived his right to remain silent. Higgins is accused of being drunk behind the wheel when he hit and killed the Gaudreaus as the hockey players were riding their bikes last August. One man was killed, another was hurt in a shooting in Kensington last night. It happened around 8:30 on Jasper and Clearfield Streets. The injured man is in the hospital. Police are trying to id the shooter. As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild. We get the story from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo… Say hello to 16 new tortoise hatchlings. The Philadelphia Zoo is showing off the babies. They're a type of tortoise that's critically endangered called the Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise. The births are considered a huge win to preserve the species. And the parents are about 100-years-old. It's the first time the mother was ever pregnant. For perspective, when the mom and dad were born, the Philadelphia Eagles were called the "Frankford Yellow Jackets." And the mom has been at the zoo since 1932. Some of the hatchlings were first born in the spring and were named after characters from The Golden Girls. The zoo says nine more recently hatched. The 16 babies are expected to remain at the zoo for at least a year before being placed in different facilities next fall. After nearly a century, a Queen Village nonprofit is fighting to keep its staff and programing from being cut. KYWs Shara Dae Howard spoke with the Executive director of 'The Da Vinci Art Alliance,' who’s hoping the community will step in…

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Thursday, August 21, 2025 (morning edition) : As SEPTA prepares to cut 20-percent of services starting Sunday, efforts are underway to make sure riders with disabilities aren’t left behind. ... While SEPTA's planning to start its service cuts in three days, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced new plans to expand public transportation options in South Jersey. ... PGW has agreed to a settlement that will lower customer rate hikes next year. A coalition of environmental groups intervened before the Public Utility Commission. ... Weeks after a shooting injured 5 at the Christy Rec Center’s pool in Cobb’s Creek, a night of basketball brought fun and competition to its gym in an effort to combat youth gun violence. Kids from across the city showed out on the court alongside a team of first responders.

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (evening edition): Four days until SEPTA begins slashing service. The looming cuts and increased fares are expected to have rippling effects on the region. Among those facing an uncertain path ahead are disabled residents. As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild. PGW has agreed to a settlement with a coalition of environmental groups that intervened in its rate hike request before the Public Utility Commission. After nearly a century, a Queen Village non profit is fighting to keep its staff and programing from being cut. Delaware County has rolled out some big changes to its government website to help residents better navigate it.

Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall but it's leading to dangerous swimming conditions on the East coast -- that includes the Jersey shore where waves could reach 15-feet high. The national weather service has issued a high rip current risk and a high surf advisory. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has more from Ocean city. ### As Septa prepares to slash service on Sunday, Governor Shapiro says it's time for democrats and republicans to compromise on transit funding. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. ### A former employee at a daycare in North Philadelphia faces aggravated assault charges after she was allegedly caught on video violently dragging a six-year-old girl into the bathroom. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson has more. ### Philadelphia police are looking for a man they say killed his wife last week in Germantown, and the suspect has been charged with murder before. As KYW Newsradio's Crime and Justice Reporter Kristen Johanson tells us, he was already facing additional gun offenses. ### After a two-year comprehensive review and community engagement process, Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is updating its policy on its human remains collections. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports the museum issues clear guidelines for its exhibitions, future donations and photography of human remains specimens.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 (evening edition): Jersey Shore officials are warning visitors to stay out of the water as Hurricane Erin brings strong rip currents and dangerous surf along the coast. Waves at the shore could reach 15-feet high. Philly police are looking a man they say attacked a teenager in Center City earlier this month, and stole his phone. The Bucks County DA’s office says a violent road rage incident earlier this month never should have happened as the man accused in that case should have already been behind bars. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says he’s continuing to work with state legislative leaders to find a deal to fund mass transit. Two local high schools came out with high marks in this year’s U-S News and World Report’s Best U-S High Schools rankings.