Philly Enacts New Straw Purchase Gun Law

Licensed firearms dealers in the city now must prominently display warning signs about the criminality of straw purchasing firearms.

Woman Shot Inside Wingstop In Philadelphia, Police Say

"It's a tragic thing when somebody is going to work, trying to raise a family, pay some bills and they get hurt like that," Gormley said.

Fire Rages At Vacant West Philadelphia Church Monday Morning

A fire broke out at Greater White Rock Baptist Church in West Philly early Monday morning, drawing dozens of firefighters and apparatuses.

Theft Ring Tied To Philly Cop's Slaying Broken Up

A Camden auto-theft ring tied to the death of Officer Richard Mendez and the injury of another officer has been busted, authorities said.

Philly-Based Cocaine And Crack Ring Broken Up: PA Attorney General

During the investigation, authorities seized 12 kilograms of cocaine, 50 pounds of marijuana, about $275,000​ in cash, and 19 firearms.

Boy, 11, Critical After Broad Street Crash Wednesday: Police

An 11-year-old boy and a 33-year-old man are both in critical condition after a crash at North Broad and Wallace streets Wednesday.

Family, Advocates Plead For Information, Safer Streets After Philadelphia Cyclist Killed In Hit-And-Run

Cyclists say the dangers of Belmont Avenue are no secret.

4 People Taken To The Hospital After Multi-Car Crash In West Philadelphia, Police Say

Police said five cars were involved in the crash, which happened near 63rd and Market streets in West Philly at around 12:30 p.m. on Monday.

Cyclist Killed In Crash Tuesday Morning: Philadelphia Police

Philadelphia Police said a cyclist died after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning on the 1600 block of Belmont Avenue in West Philly.

Philadelphia Prepares To Launch Illegal Dumping Task Force

Illegal dumping is a significant problem in Philadelphia, costing taxpayers approximately $2 million every year.

2 Killed In Crash Involving Pedestrians On Roosevelt Boulevard

A vehicle struck two pedestrians, killing one and critically injuring the other. The vehicle's driver also died, police said.

4 Hurt By Falling Tree In Philadelphia Park: Police

Four men, reportedly senior citizens who were playing dominoes, were hurt when a tree fell on them in Belmont Park Wednesday afternoon.

4 People Hospitalized After 2 Separate Crashes In Philadelphia, Officials Say

The crash happened around 9 p.m. near Temple University, which sent out an alert asking people to avoid the area.

Philly Co Falsely Claimed Pesticide Could Kill COVID-19: Feds

A Philadelphia-based pesticide product company and its founder have been federally charged after claiming its product could kill the virus.

FBI Probing Philly-Area Armored Truck Robberies, $10K Reward Offered

The FBI is asking for the public's help in its investigation into recent armored truck robberies, and is offering a reward of up to $10,000.

Student Brings Gun, Drugs To Philly School On First Day: Reports

A 17-year-old student at Thomas Edison High School was found with a gun and drugs on the first day of school, according to reports.

30-Plus Shots Fired In Deadly Tuesday Incident: Philadelphia Police

A 26-year-old man was found dead next to a large amount of cash, four cell phones, and a firearm after being shot early Tuesday morning.

Feds Charge Philly Man In Spring Armed Carjacking

Authorities said the man carjacked a couple in Philadelphia, then was caught when police stopped the vehicle in Delaware County.

5-Alarm Fire At Philly Junkyard Under Control

The fire started just before 4 a.m. Monday at a junkyard in Northeast Philadelphia and reached five alarms before getting under control.

Philly Men Stole $50K In Goods From Home Depots Over 38 Thefts: Authorities

Balvin Greene, 32, Terrell Jackson, 39, and Kristopher Heard, 38, all of Philadelphia, are accused of robbing Home Depots stores 38 times.

3rd Man Charged In July Philadelphia Mass Shooting

Jihad Gray, 35, has been charged in connection with the July 7 mass shooting that killed three and hurt numerous others.

Woman Hit With Bottle During Attempted Robbery: Philly Police

Philadelphia Police said the man seen here hit a woman in the head with a bottle as he tried to steal her cell phone last week.

Husband Kills Wife, Turns Self In: Philadelphia Police

Philadelphia Police said Kyle Irvin, 55, turned himself in early Wednesday in connection with the deadly shooting of his wife.

30-Plus Rounds Fired In Deadly South Philly Double Shooting

A 37-year-old man died, and a 23-year-old man was hurt, in a shooting late Tuesday night, according to Philadelphia Police.

Body Found In Schuylkill River Tuesday: Reports

The body did not have any visible signs of trauma after it was pulled from the Schuylkill River Tuesday evening, according to reports.

North Philadelphia Shooting Leaves 2 Teenage Boys Injured, Police Say

The shooting happened on the 1400 block of West Girard Avenue at around 4:50 p.m.

Son Fatally Shot Mom's Boyfriend During Domestic Incident: Philly Police

A 23-year-old man fatally shot his mother's boyfriend Sunday night during an argument that led to a physical fight, then a shooting.

Feds Charge Man Accused Of Posing As ICE In Philly Robbery

Robert Rosado was charged locally in June and now faces federal charges after authorities said he posed as an ICE officer during a robbery.

Shooting In Philadelphia's East Germantown Neighborhood Leads To Multi-Vehicle Crash, 2 People Injured

Investigators said that a gray Toyota Camry was turning onto 21st Street from West Conlyn Street when shots were fired and hit the car.

Man Fatally Shot On SEPTA Train: Police

A man died after being shot on a SEPTA train Friday, and the person who pulled the trigger is reportedly claiming self-defense.

Shooting In Center City Philadelphia Leaves 22-Year-Old Man Injured, Police Say

Chief Investigator Small said the 22-year-old man was shot in the arm and taken to Jefferson Hospital in stable condition.

Roosters, Hens Rescued From Philadelphia Home: Officials

ACCT Philly found signs of cockfighting at the home, including several "dressed" roosters whose combs had been cut and prepped for fighting.

3 Charged In Philadelphia Armored Truck Robbery

One of the men accused of robbing a Brinks armored truck in June is a former employee of the company, federal authorities said.

Philadelphia Man Recalls Running Toward Gunfire To Save Lives After Shooting Outside Airbnb

"I [saw] people fleeing toward the hotel across the street, I saw people ducking for cover, looking around," Carter Mitchell said.

2nd Suspect Charged In July 7 Mass Shooting: Philadelphia Police

Daquan Brown, 21, is charged with murder, attempted murder, firearm violations, and more in connection with the July 7 mass shooting.

Kids Among 6 Hurt In Philadelphia Fire

A fire at a Kensington rowhome injured three children and three adults early Monday evening.

U.S. Marshals Arrest 3rd Suspect In Murder Of Philadelphia Rapper LGP QUA

Amir Earley, 22, was arrested on the 3000 block of Reach Street in Northeast Philadelphia, the Marshals Service posted on X.

Philadelphia Man Arrested In Connection With Shooting At Oxford Valley Mall That Injured 1 Person

The 33-year-old is charged with aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person and possessing an instrument of crime, Police say.

New Suspect Sought In July 7 Mass Shooting, Philadelphia Police Say

Christopher Battle, 24, is now sought by Philadelphia Police in connection with the July 7 mass shooting that killed three and hurt others.

Peter Pan Bus Hits, Kills Pedestrian In Wheelchair Panhandling In Philadelphia, Police Say

Police said a Peter Pan tour bus was going north on Schuylkill Avenue when a 40-year-old pedestrian rolled in front of the bus.