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Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery has been arrested on charges of insurance fraud. The 36-year-old was taken into custody earlier this week and faces a felony charge that could result in up to five years in prison if convicted. The allegations include concealing or failing to disclose an insurance benefit or payment, though […]
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Director of Communication Christina Crews along Crisis Line supervision and Kenya Hinton sit down with Classix 107.9’s Mannwell Glenn to talk 988 Suicide and Crisis Line with a 5K walk happening in May! Here are some key points about the ‘988’ Suicide and Crisis Lifeline ~What to Expect When Contacting 988 Watch the full interview […]
NEW CASTLE, Ind. — A local political battle over yard signs has escalated into a formal legal dispute. Randy A. Howard, a candidate in the upcoming primary, filed a Notice of Tort Claim on April 15, 2026, claiming that the Henry County Election Board engaged in campaign and election interference. The claim centers on a […]
Philadelphia police have arrested 14 suspects tied to two organized car theft rings that targeted Honda vehicles across the city and surrounding areas. Investigators say the arrests follow months—and in one case, years—of coordinated work by the department’s Major Crimes Unit. Authorities report that car theft remains a major issue in Philadelphia, with 3,497 vehicles […]
Philadelphia police have dismantled two major car theft rings targeting Honda vehicles, resulting in the arrest of 14 individuals. These investigations, led by the Major Crimes Unit, uncovered extensive operations involving stolen vehicles and parts. The first ring, active since August 2025, focused on stealing Honda CR-Vs, swapping VIN numbers with those from other states, […]
The South Philadelphia Sports Complex is gearing up for a transformative summer with a $20 million upgrade to Stateside Live! (formerly Xfinity Live!). The revamped venue, set to reopen on May 29, aims to become a year-round destination, not just a pre-game or game-day hotspot. Key features of the upgrade include: The upgrade comes as […]
Officials in Wildwood, New Jersey, are taking steps to close the iconic Wildwood Boardwalk between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. year-round. The proposed ordinance, introduced during an April 8 meeting by Mayor Ernie Troiano Jr., Deputy Mayor Steve Mikulski, and Commissioner Krista McConnell, aims to limit late-night gatherings and enhance safety. The new rule, enforced […]
A Manhattan federal jury has ruled that Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster held an unlawful monopoly over parts of the live entertainment market, marking a significant loss for the concert giant. The verdict comes after a multi-state lawsuit accused the company of stifling competition and driving up ticket prices. The case, initially led by […]
Wawa is celebrating its 62nd anniversary by offering free hot coffee to customers across its Philadelphia region stores on Thursday, April 16. To take advantage of this offer, customers must be Wawa Rewards Members and use the Wawa app. To claim the free coffee, members can redeem the reward by scanning it in-store or applying […]
The Grays Ferry Shopping Center in Philadelphia has reopened after last week’s tragic parking garage collapse that claimed the lives of three workers. Customers were welcomed back on Tuesday morning, with businesses resuming operations after nearly a week-long closure. The Fresh Grocer reopened at 9:30 a.m., restocking with fresh food for the community. Other businesses […]
The UFC is making a highly anticipated return to Philadelphia with UFC 330, set to take place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. This marks the first time in 15 years that a championship bout will be held in the city, with the last numbered UFC event being UFC 133 in 2011. […]