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Body Pulled From Schuylkill River: Philadelphia Police Body Pulled From Schuylkill River: Philadelphia Police
Body Pulled From Schuylkill River: Philadelphia Police A man was found dead in the Schuylkill River near Center City early Friday morning, April 18, Philadelphia police announced. Officers were called to the 200 block of the South Schuylkill River Trail around 6:37 a.m. on Friday, where a man's body was seen in the water, according to police. Medics pronounced the man dead at 7 a.m., officials said. The recovery took place near Locust Street along the river trail, a popular pedestrian and biking area in the heart of the city. The victim's identity has not been released, and the circumstances surrounding his death remain under investi…
Fourth Plane Crash In Four Months: Piper PA-22 Flips At Lehigh Valley Airport Fourth Plane Crash In Four Months: Piper PA-22 Flips At Lehigh Valley Airport
Fourth Plane Crash In Four Months: Piper PA-22 Flips At Lehigh Valley Airport A small plane flipped upside down at a Pennsylvania airport Friday morning, marking the fourth aircraft crash in the state since January and intensifying concerns over aviation safety. The crash happened just before 10:40 a.m. on Friday, April 18, at Lehigh Valley International Airport (LVIA) in Hanover Township, Lehigh County. According to Colin Riccobon, spokesperson for LVIA, the plane ended up on its roof after an incident on Runway 24. One pilot was on board, and they were evaluated by EMS. Fire personnel on the scene confirmed the pilot was uninjured. Initial radio dispatch described…
'No Kings' Protests Planned Nationwide Amid Trump's Deportations, Campus Crackdowns 'No Kings' Protests Planned Nationwide Amid Trump's Deportations, Campus Crackdowns
'No Kings' Protests Planned Nationwide Amid Trump's Deportations, Campus Crackdowns Millions are expected to protest in another nationwide demonstration against President Donald Trump and his administration, with deportations and a lack of due process as top concerns for attendees. The "No Kings" protests are planned for Saturday, April 19. The date was chosen in part because it's the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord – the first military conflict of the American Revolution. A map from the grassroots organization 50501 shows hundreds of planned peaceful protests. The events range from major cities like Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia, to…
ROAD RAGE: Driver Fires At Family, Striking Pedestrian While Fleeing In Philly, Police Say ROAD RAGE: Driver Fires At Family, Striking Pedestrian While Fleeing In Philly, Police Say
Road Rage: Driver Fires At Family, Striking Pedestrian While Fleeing In Philly, Police Say A driver fired a gun at a family during a road rage incident in Philadelphia, then struck a pedestrian while fleeing, authorities announced on Thursday, April 17. The complainant told police the gunman pulled a black handgun and fired in his direction during an argument over a lane change at approximately 10:23 a.m. He was driving with his girlfriend and two children at the time. Thankfully, no one in the vehicle was hurt. The complainant quickly flagged down officers and gave them a description of the suspect’s vehicle, police said. Shortly afterward, that vehicle was located and stopped…
Abington's Matthew Lawrence Leaves Fans, Judges In Total Shock In 'Masked Singer' Reveal Abington's Matthew Lawrence Leaves Fans, Judges In Total Shock In 'Masked Singer' Reveal
Abington's Matthew Lawrence Leaves Fans, Judges In Total Shock In 'Masked Singer' Reveal It was a "Boy Meets World"-class surprise on "The Masked Singer", when Matthew Lawrence was revealed as the crooning Paparazzo. The 45-year-old heartthrob from Abington Township, PA — best known for playing Shawn’s soft-spoken older brother Jack Hunter — brought the house down Wednesday night, April 17, trading Philly brotherly love for vocal bravado in a series of unmasking-worthy performances. "Masked Singer" stans might recall Matthew's brother Joey was Walrus on Season 8 of the FOX hit singing show. Anyway, the moment Matthew pulled off that giant camera head was pure TGIF nostalg…
Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward
Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward "Twilight" is back in a whole new way.  It's been over 15 years since the movie was first released, but the  soundtrack still trends on wedding playlists and its fanbase remains fiercely loyal. Now, this fall, fans can experience the "Twilight in Concert" tour which aims to captivate fans with a unique live-to-film experience. A 12-piece rock and orchestral ensemble will perform Carter Burwell’s original score live, synchronized with a screening of the 2008 film "Twilight," all under the glow of 1,000 candles. ​ Whether you're Team Edward or Team Jacob, the tour offers an immersi…
Paterson Parolee With Ankle Monitor Broke Into Vehicles At Park: Essex County Sheriff Paterson Parolee With Ankle Monitor Broke Into Vehicles At Park: Essex County Sheriff
Paterson Parolee With Ankle Monitor Broke Into Vehicles At Park: Essex County Sheriff Two people were arrested and charged with breaking into vehicles at Brookdale Park in Bloomfield on Monday, April 14, authorities said. Officers were alerted to a report of a parolee with an ankle monitor, later identified as Felix Martinez, a 40-year-old Paterson resident, near Brookdale Park, after he had been involved in several investigations about break-ins at the park, the Essex County Sheriff's Office said. Following each of the burglaries, victims have been alerted that their stolen credit cards have been used in nearby Staples and Walgreen’s , authorities said. Police received a …
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Easter traditions are taking a hit this year – especially in the Northeast – as rising prices push families to scale back holiday plans, according to a new survey. Nearly half of Americans plan to skip dyeing eggs in 2025 because of rising costs, WalletHub said in its annual Easter Survey released on Tuesday, April 15. The personal finance website surveyed 200 adults nationwide about their preparations for the important Christian holiday that falls on Sunday, April 20. WalletHub found that 47% of Americans are passing on dyed eggs in 2025. Nearly two in five said that President Donald Trump…
MA Leads Nation For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why MA Leads Nation For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why
MA Leads Nation For Child Healthcare, New Study Says: Here's Why Families in the Northeast are getting some of the best care in the country for their children, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Children's Healthcare on Tuesday, April 8. The report compares all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 33 indicators of cost, access, and quality. Metrics range from the percentage of children in excellent health to the number of pediatricians per capita. "The quality of children's health care should be one of the most important considerations for parents when deciding where to live," said WalletHub ana…
Pepper-Spraying, Robbery Of PA Inmate By NJ Prison Guard Ends In Conviction: DOJ Pepper-Spraying, Robbery Of PA Inmate By NJ Prison Guard Ends In Conviction: DOJ
Pepper-Spraying, Robbery Of PA Inmate By NJ Prison Guard Ends In Conviction: DOJ A New Jersey prison guard pepper-sprayed an injured Pennsylvania inmate, helped steal his belongings, and lied to cover it up — and now she's been convicted at trial, federal authorities announced on Thursday, April 10. Ivory S. Cousins, 35, of Glassboro, NJ, was found guilty of three counts of depriving the inmate of his constitutional rights under color of law and one count of filing a false report, U.S. Attorney David Metcalf said. The case stems from Cousins’ conduct while employed at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia in August 2019. Trial evidence showed Cousins…
Teen Girl Shot Dead In Philadelphia, 19-Year-Old Boy Arrested: Police Teen Girl Shot Dead In Philadelphia, 19-Year-Old Boy Arrested: Police
Teen Girl Shot Dead In Philadelphia, 19-Year-Old Boy Arrested: Police A teenager has been arrested for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Jada Gray in Philadelphia, authorities announced on Thursday, April 10. Officers with the 12th District responded to a radio call for a "person with a gun" on the 7000 block of Elmwood Avenue around 11:40 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2024, police said. When they arrived, they found Gray, a Black female from the 7200 block of Passyunk Avenue, suffering from a gunshot wound to her chest behind the property, according to the release. Philadelphia Fire Department medics pronounced her dead at 11:58 p.m. Following an investigation …
JetBlue Adding Second Nonstop Service At PHL, Restoring Route After Three-Year Gap JetBlue Adding Second Nonstop Service At PHL, Restoring Route After Three-Year Gap
JetBlue Adding Second Nonstop Service At PHL, Restoring Route After Three-Year Gap JetBlue is restoring nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Fort Lauderdale — nearly three years after stopping service to the South Florida hub. JetBlue Airways will resume service between Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the airline announced on Thursday, April 10. The move gives JetBlue its only other nonstop route from Philadelphia besides Boston. The twice-daily service to FLL will begin on Thursday, July 3. "As JetBlue continues to build the best East Coast leisure network, we are offering customers …
Paul Simon Returns To The Stage With 'A Quiet Celebration' Tour Paul Simon Returns To The Stage With 'A Quiet Celebration' Tour
Paul Simon Returns To The Stage With 'A Quiet Celebration' Tour Paul Simon, the iconic singer-songwriter and one-time New Canaan, CT-resident, renowned for his work both as a solo artist and as part of Simon & Garfunkel, is making a triumphant return to live performances with his "A Quiet Celebration" tour.  At 83 years old, Simon is set to enchant audiences with a blend of timeless classics and selections from his latest album, "Seven Psalms," released in May 2023 and nominated for a Grammy in the Best Folk Album category. ​ The tour features a series of intimate concerts across North America, with notable stops including:​ Wolf Trap, Vienna…
Wild Chase Of Stolen Acura From Delaware County Into Philly Ends: PSP Wild Chase Of Stolen Acura From Delaware County Into Philly Ends: PSP
Wild Chase Of Stolen Acura From Delaware County Into Philly Ends: PSP A wild chase of a stolen Acura from Delaware County into Philadelphia ended with the suspect’s arrest after a police maneuver, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, April 7. Troopers from the Media Station responded around 4:11 a.m. to assist Marple Township Police with a pursuit that began on Interstate 476 South at mile marker 5, according to the release. The chase continued northbound on Interstate 95 near mile marker 10 in Tinicum Township. The suspect exited onto SR 291 northbound, where a local police agency successfully deployed spike strips, flattening the Acura TSX’s tires…
TikTok Flex In Stolen Car Cracks Major Norristown Carjacking Wave: DA TikTok Flex In Stolen Car Cracks Major Norristown Carjacking Wave: DA
TikTok Flex In Stolen Car Cracks Major Norristown Carjacking Wave: DA A TikTok video filmed inside a stolen Chevrolet Cruze helped bust a violent carjacking crew accused of terrorizing victims across Philadelphia, Norristown, and Whitemarsh, officials said. The video, posted by 19-year-old Anthony Lamont Bell, was the first clue in an investigation that led to the arrests of eight people, including a 17-year-old, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced Friday, April 4. Bell allegedly used the TikTok account to show off the stolen Cruze, which police say was used in the January 28 carjacking of a silver Infiniti QX80 in Philadelphia. Fro…
Maple Shade Resident Charged After Street Hockey Brawl: Police Maple Shade Resident Charged After Street Hockey Brawl: Police
Maple Shade Resident Charged After Street Hockey Brawl: Police Three people have been arrested and charged after a brawl at a street hockey game in Egg Harbor Township last Saturday, March 29, went viral, authorities said. Colleen Biddle, a 41-year-old Philadelphia resident, Robert Schafer, a 38-year-old Maple Shade resident and Justin Pacheco, a 38-year-old Philadelphia resident were charged on Wednesday, April 2 with simple assault at a youth sporting event and disorderly conduct, Egg Harbor Township police said. Video, which has seen been removed, shows the fight begins when two players begin pushing and shoving before a full melee breaks out among …
Rising Sea Levels Will Threaten 323K+ In NJ By 2050, New Study Says: See The Map Rising Sea Levels Will Threaten 323K+ In NJ By 2050, New Study Says: See The Map
Rising Sea Levels Will Threaten 323K+ In NJ By 2050, New Study Says: See The Map Rising sea levels could put hundreds of thousands of homes underwater across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic within 25 years, according to new analysis. Climate Central released its Coastal Flood Risk Across the US study on Wednesday, April 2. The nonprofit scientific group said coastal flooding will threaten more than 2.5 million Americans in about 1.4 million homes by 2050. In a generation, a "100-year flood" could reach homes across dozens of coastal Northeast communities, threatening more than 1.1 million residents from the North Shore of Massachusetts to the Virginia…
'Dogma', Directed By Red Bank's Kevin Smith Gets Re-Release 'Dogma', Directed By Red Bank's Kevin Smith Gets Re-Release
'Dogma', Directed By Red Bank's Kevin Smith Gets Re-Release “Dogma,” Kevin Smith’s controversial 90s hit that became a rare artifact is coming back to theatres. The movie will be re-released in theatres in June, preceded by a roadshow tour, featuring Q-n-As with Smith. “Dogma,” the fourth film in Smith’s View Askew series is about two fallen angels cast out by God who plot a return to heaven while two prophets try to stop them. The movie stars Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Chris Rock, Alan Rickman and Linda Fiorentino. The movie is not available on streaming and DVD copies often sell for hundreds of dollars. But now fans can once enjoy it again on the b…
Couple Killed In Fire That Destroyed Philly Family’s 125-Year-Old Home Couple Killed In Fire That Destroyed Philly Family’s 125-Year-Old Home
Couple Killed In Fire That Destroyed Philly Family’s 125-Year-Old Home A two-alarm blaze that tore through a twin home in East Germantown has left a family shattered — claiming two lives, gutting a 125-year-old home, and leaving generations of memories buried in the rubble. Firefighters with the Philadelphia Fire Department responded at around 5 p.m. to the 500 block of Brinton Street on Thursday, March 27, where a two-alarm fire ripped through a historic home that had been in one family for more than six decades, officials said. More than 110 PFD members worked the scene, though the home was decimated by the fire. pic.twitter.com/jUG5sovrRo — Philadelphia…
Mom's Only Son, 21, Killed In I-95 Shooting In Philadelphia, Loved Ones Say Mom's Only Son, 21, Killed In I-95 Shooting In Philadelphia, Loved Ones Say
Mom's Only Son, 21, Killed In I-95 Shooting In Philadelphia, Loved Ones Say A 21-year-old man killed in a shooting on I-95 over the weekend is being remembered as a selfless organ donor and beloved only child, according to a GoFundMe launched in his memory. The Pennsylvania State Police said only that the shooting along I-95 north between Bridge Street and Cottman Avenue Saturday, March 29 was being investigated as a homicide. Troopers did not release the name of the slain victim. A GoFundMe launched by Julia Johnson said that Aiden Zeallor was an innocent bystander when he was killed in a shooting along I-95. The campaign is intended for Aiden's mother, Denise Don…
York Distillery Founded By Childhood Friends, Penn State Grads Releasing Canned Cocktails York Distillery Founded By Childhood Friends, Penn State Grads Releasing Canned Cocktails
York Distillery Founded By Childhood Friends, Penn State Grads Releasing Canned Cocktails A Pennsylvania distillery is expanding into the canned cocktail game with its first line of ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages. Holla Spirits will begin selling its new "Crush" cocktails across PA and several other mid-Atlantic states, the distiller said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 31. The orange and watermelon flavors will be available at bars, restaurants, and retailers. The launch follows updates to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code signed into law in the fall of 2024, allowing Pennsylvanians to purchase canned ready-to-drink cocktails at approved retailers outside of state-run liq…
Levittown Mustang Driver, 21, Shot In Head On I-95: PSP Levittown Mustang Driver, 21, Shot In Head On I-95: PSP
Levittown Mustang Driver, 21, Shot In Head On I-95: PSP Two men were hospitalized — one with a gunshot wound to the head — after a shooting and crash involving at least two vehicles on I-95 in Philadelphia early Saturday, March 29, Pennsylvania State Police said. Troopers responded to the northbound lanes near mile marker 28.4, between Bridge Street and Cottman Avenue, at 2:31 a.m., PSP said in a release. A 2009 white Acura TL was found abandoned in the right lane with heavy rear-end damage and multiple bullet holes throughout, police said. Several yards behind it, troopers found a red 1984 Ford Mustang with front-end damage and bullet holes in …
Two Men Face Murder Charges For Elizabeth Homicide: Prosecutor Two Men Face Murder Charges For Elizabeth Homicide: Prosecutor
Two Men Face Murder Charges For Elizabeth Homicide: Prosecutor Two men were recently charged with fatally shooting an Elizabeth man last year, authorities said. Stevens Charles-Pierre, a 27-year-old Linden resident, and Brunel Thimothee, a 20-year-old Philadelphia resident, face first degree murder charges in the July 2024 shooting death of Jose Aranzamendi, a 47-year-old Elizabeth resident, Union County Prosecutor William Daniel, Elizabeth Police Director Earl Graves, and Elizabeth Police Chief Giacomo Sacca said. On Sunday, July 7, Elizabeth police responded to the 400 block of Westminster Avenue and found two men shot, authorities sai…
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show Like Pam Beesly, you just might feel God in this Chili's one night. Chili's will open a special restaurant inspired by "The Office" in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, a few miles outside the TV show's hometown of Scranton, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The "Scranton Branch" was announced 20 years after the US version of the comedy classic debuted on Thursday, Mar. 24, 2005. "The Office" was set at the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company and its Scranton branch. The NBC hit prominently features Scranton, right down to a parody of a song from "Saturday Nig…
Church Community Mourns Loss Of NJ Brothers Killed When Car Flipped 30 Feet Off I-95 Church Community Mourns Loss Of NJ Brothers Killed When Car Flipped 30 Feet Off I-95
Church Community Mourns Loss Of NJ Brothers Killed When Car Flipped 30 Feet Off I-95 Two New Jersey brothers killed in a violent crash on I-95 in Philadelphia are being remembered as “thoughtful, dependable, and deeply loved” as more than $33,000 has been raised to support their grieving family. Aaron Davis, 23, of Cranbury, and Joshua Davis, 22, of East Windsor, were riding in the backseat of a 2006 Mazda when the driver, one of their 18-year-old twin brothers, lost control near mile marker 25.5 around 8:12 p.m. on Friday, March 21, as previously reported by Daily Voice. The car struck a guiderail, flipped several times, and plummeted 20 to 30 feet off the interstate, land…
Wife Charged With Husband's Murder In Philly Posted About 'Marriage Plots' Days Prior Wife Charged With Husband's Murder In Philly Posted About 'Marriage Plots' Days Prior
Wife Charged With Husband's Murder In Philly Posted About 'Marriage Plots' Days Prior A quiet Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood turned into a crime scene last week—now, police say the man’s wife pulled the trigger, just days after she posted a cryptic message about "females plotting on your marriage." Jordan Baxter, 38, was found shot to death between two parked cars on Bells Mill Road just before 7 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19, according to the Philadelphia Police Department. He was lying unresponsive on a plastic sheet with a gun resting on his chest, authorities said. Medics pronounced him dead at 7:07 a.m., Officer Tanya Little said in a release Monday night. The very …
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO) Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO)
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (Video) President Donald Trump had the best seat in the house over the weekend as he watched Penn State wrestler Carter Starocci win his record-setting NCAA championship. Starocci became the first in history to win five Division I NCAA titles, topping Northern Iowa's Parker Keckeisen in the 184-pound final on Saturday in Philadelphia.  He then made a beeline to celebrate with the commander-in-chief, who was sitting in the front row. Carter Starocci made sure to go over and grab a picture with President Trump after winning his 5th NCAA title last night at the Wells Fargo Center #WeAre #Pen…
Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot In Brewster, Leads Troopers On Chase: Police Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot In Brewster, Leads Troopers On Chase: Police
Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot In Brewster, Leads Troopers On Chase: Police A 22-year-old Pennsylvania man was arrested after allegedly stealing an SUV from a New York business and leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said. The incident began in Putnam County on Saturday, March 22, when a 2018 Honda CRV was reported stolen from a parking lot at a business in Brewster, New York State Police announced on Monday, March 24.  Troopers said the investigation revealed the suspect, Alaji Ahmad-Alwan of Philadelphia, had taken the vehicle and fled the area. Police did not reveal which business the SUV was stolen from.  Around 10:50 p.m., troopers s…
Teen Shot Dead On SEPTA Bus; Suspects At Large: Philadelphia Police Teen Shot Dead On SEPTA Bus; Suspects At Large: Philadelphia Police
Teen Shot Dead On SEPTA Bus; Suspects At Large: Philadelphia Police A teen was shot dead during a fight on a SEPTA bus in Philadelphia, police announced on Saturday, March 22. The 15-year-old boy was among a group of 5 to 6 juveniles involved in a physical altercation at the rear of the bus at 40th Street and Girard Avenue around 1:03 p.m., according to Officer Tanya Little. During the chaos, one of the juveniles exited through the rear door and fired a single shot back into the bus, striking the 15-year-old in the chest, Little said. He was rushed by police to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 1:19 p.m., according to the re…
Cops ID 2 NJ Brothers Dead, 2 Seriously Injured In I-95 PA Wreck Cops ID 2 NJ Brothers Dead, 2 Seriously Injured In I-95 PA Wreck
Cops ID 2 NJ Brothers Dead, 2 Seriously Injured In I-95 PA Wreck Police have identified the two brothers from New Jersey who were killed and two others who were seriously hurt after a violent crash on I-95 in Philadelphia over the weekend. Aaron Davis, 23, of Cranbury, and Joshua Davis, 22, of East Windsor, were riding in the backseat of a 2006 Mazda on Friday, March 21 when the driver lost control near mile marker 25.5, just before the Castor Avenue overpass, Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Paul Holdefer said. The car struck the guiderail, overturned multiple times, and flew off the highway, coming to rest on Castor Avenue below around 8:12 p.m., Hold…
PA Lawmaker Pushes Suicide Bill, While Backing Death Penalty Repeal PA Lawmaker Pushes Suicide Bill, While Backing Death Penalty Repeal
PA Lawmaker Pushes Suicide Bill, While Backing Death Penalty Repeal A Pennsylvania bill to legalize medically assisted suicide was introduced on Friday, March 21, the third Jumu’ah of Ramadan, with Rep. Tarik Khan, listed as a co-sponsor — despite the practice being explicitly forbidden in his faith. The “Compassionate Aid in Dying” legislation was introduced by Rep. Carol Hill-Evans (D-York) and co-sponsored by Khan (D-Philadelphia) and several other progressive Democrats. It would allow terminally ill Pennsylvanians with less than six months to live to request life-ending prescriptions under a model similar to Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act. Advocates ca…