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Investigator say a drunk driver, hit two striking sanitation workers in Port Richmond, and then fled. LL Cool J says he's not doin it. He is dropping out of tonight's headline performance at Wawa Welcome America because of the DC 33 strike. A Delaware county community resurrects a Fourth of July tradition known for building bonds and bridges. Two organizations that promote sustainability and reuse have launched a new online search engine called, Resource Philly.

Talks between Philadelphia and its blue collar union ended early on day 3 of the District Council 33 strike with no agreement... and no new talks are scheduled. --- Trash collection is among the services brought to a halt by the strike. Garbage is now piling up throughout the city, as we hear from KYW's Matt Coughlin in South Philadelphia. --- Officials with the FAA are in South Jersey investigating the skydiving plane crash that happened by Cross Keys Airport in Gloucester County yesterday. --- A maritime manufacturer has announced plans to expand its facility at the Navy Yard, creating 450 new jobs. Governor Shapiro was in town to tout the state's contribution, as we hear from KYW's Mike DeNardo. --- A Delaware County chef is in a heated legal battle with a popular celebrity chef.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, July 3, 2025 (midday edition): Federal transportation officials are investigating the skydiving plane crash that happened by Cross Keys Airport in Gloucester County yesterday. ... While talks aimed at ending the Philadelphia city workers strike continue, city officials are denouncing the tactics that they say some union members are using. ... A Rutgers researcher finds some species of bats are eating spotted lanternflies, an invasive insect that’s caused millions of dollars of damage to trees and crops since its arrival in the U.S. 10 years ago. ... Custodians at Philadelphia International Airport are on strike with the rest of District Council 33, but the airport says it hasn't affected operations much.

A skydiving plane carrying 15 people crashed in gloucester county shortly after takeoff. Miraculously, everyone on board is still alive. 14 people were hospitalized, three in critical condition. Day three of the d-c 33 strike. Talks between the city and the striking blue collar workers union went late into the night wednesday but no progress was reported. Philadelphia officials say it's creating havoc at city facilities, including collection centers where residents are bringing their trash. Bryan Kohberger, the Pennsylvania man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students inside the off campus home, has pleaded guilty to murder in a deal with prosecutors that will allow him to avoid the death penalty. Celebrations are ongoing for the 249th anniversary of independence day… days ahead of the Fourth of July

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 (midday edition): This is the second day of the city workers strike, and the garbage is already piling up in Philadelphia. ... The University of Pennsylvania is banning transgender women from competing on women’s sports teams as part of an agreement with the federal government over a civil rights case. ... A man who admitted to shooting nine people outside a Kensington bar three years ago has been sentenced to at least eight years in prison. ... Small businesses that rely on foot traffic often suffer during construction projects happening outside their doors. Lawmakers in New Jersey are working to help them.

A judge has ordered some of the striking workers from Philly's largest blue collar union to return to the job. Day one of the strike saw problems at some collection centers where residents have been asked to bring trash. KYW Newsradio's City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb has more details from a late afternoon update by city officials. The University of Pennsylvania is barring transgender women from competing in women's athletics to resolve a federal civil rights case. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi tells us the investigation came after a Penn swimmer became the first openly trans athlete to win an NCAA Division One title in 2022. A prostitution ring was broken up in South Jersey. The state attorney general says women were being held against their will at brothels in Camden and Trenton. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us eight people were arrested. Travelers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey have their bags packed and are heading out for the July 4th holiday weekend. And the roads are expected to be busy this afternoon with those getting an early start to the holiday. KYW Newsradio Community Impact reporter Racquel Williams checked in with AAA to find out just how busy the roads and skies will be.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 (midday edition): Philadelphia’s blue-collar workers union is on strike, and thousands of city employees are off the job. The strike is affecting a number of city services. ... A pickup truck struck a freight train at Lansdale Station in Montgomery County early this morning, and officials say two young boys who were in the truck are in critical condition. ... New Jersey lawmakers have approved a record-setting spending package that contains higher taxes on gambling, smoking and high-end real estate. It also includes property tax relief and more money for schools and pensions. ... The Philly Pops officially have their name back.

Philadelphia’s largest blue collar workers’ union is now on strike. Weeks of negotiations failed to deliver a contract with the city by last night's deadline set by the union. Mayor Cherelle Parker says there are contingency plans in place, including 200 police officers who will man the 911 center and 63 collection centers around the city where residents can take their trash. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi was at City Hall, where union members and their supporters gathered for a show of solidarity hours before the strike deadline. New Jersey lawmakers voted to approve a nearly $60-billion dollar state budget, with more than $700-million added to the governor’s initial proposal late Friday night. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has the details. The WNBA is coming to Philadelphia. A team is set to arrive for the 20-30 season and will be owned by Harris Blitzer sports and entertainment -- who also own the Sixers. And fans say they are ready to root for the home team. As KYW Newsradio's Sunny Morgan explains, local coaches and young players hope it inspires more girls to see themselves in pro basketball. The Philadelphia Phillies are sponsoring a service pup-in-training to potentially support a military veteran with a disability. The team's second trainee pup will make his major league debut at tonight's game at citizens bank park. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker says she still hopes to avoid a strike by blue collar city workers but has prepared contingency plans if they do walk off the job. District Council 33 is threatening to strike when its contract expires at midnight. ... On deadline day for the state budget, members of Philadelphia City Council are in Harrisburg Monday, urging lawmakers to include more money for SEPTA. .. Efforts are underway to ban the sale of a drug that’s similar to opioids, but is so readily available, it’s become known as “gas station heroin.” ... Congressman Dwight Evans has announced he won’t seek re-election next year, opening the way for a primary battle to replace the long-time public servant. ... Philadelphia will soon have a WNBA team to root for... and two new bars for women to watch.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, June 30, 2025 (midday edition): Investigators are trying to determine the cause of the explosion that leveled three row homes in Nicetown and killed a woman and injured two others yesterday. ... Firefighters found a "mummified" body inside a home in Crescentville in Northeast Philly after they put out a fire there. ... The summer shutdown for SEPTA trolleys in Center City will be longer this year. ... As Black Music Month is wrapping up, the Dell Music Center is hosting a free concert and fireworks show as part of the Wawa Welcome America slate of events.

One person is dead and two injured in an explosion that collapsed three homes and destroyed several others in the Nicetown section of the city… Philadelphia city council and hospital officials are warning of devastating impacts to the region if Congress passes a bill that would slash Medicaid to provide tax cuts for the highest income brackets. As black music month is wrapping up, the dell music center hosted a free concert and fireworks show as part of the Wawa Welcome America slate of events.

One person is dead and two injured in an explosion that leveled three homes in the Nicetown section of the city. ... Police say a road rage incident resulted in the shooting of a Philadelphia School Public Safety officer. ..; Talks between Philadelphia's largest blue collar union and the City resume despite a war of words. ... Not all garage spaces at Philadelphia International Airport will be open this summer, as the airport installs a new parking guidance system.

Three rowhomes collapsed this morning in the Nicetown section of North Philly from an explosion and fire. A road rage incident leads to a driver shooting a Philadelphia School public safety officer. That's according to Philadelphia police, who say this happened on Columbus Boulevard in Old City just after 1:45 this morning. It all started when a man driving a white Hyundai SUV and the driver of a black Dodge pickup truck got into a dispute on I-95. Police say the man then pointed a gun at the other driver and a chase followed. They got off the highway onto Columbus Boulevard and flagged down a school resource officer right near the Dave and Busters on the river. Authorities say the drivers likely thought the officer was part of the Philadelphia police department. Inspector D-F Pace tells NBC10 he was actually finishing up his shift at a nearby school... Four shots in total were fired. The public safety officer is now in the hospital in very critical condition. Pace says the officer is in his 50s or 60s and is a retired Philly cop. The man in the white car drove off and is still on the loose. Anyone with information should contact police. More talks between Philadelphia’s largest blue collar union and the city are scheduled to pick back up today as the clock ticks to get a new deal done. The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill that would toughen penalties for anyone caught selling drugs near a rehab center or recovery house. Today is Day 11 of the Welcome America Festival. There will be a free concert tonight at the Dell Center to celebrate Philly's black music and culture. And multiple museums have free admission. Last night, there were fireworks and music at Penn's Landing last night to celebrate the July 4th holiday. Some parking spaces at Philadelphia International Airport may be off-limits this summer, while the airport upgrades its garages.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Saturday, Jun. 28, 2025 (evening edition): Philadelphia's blue collar union says it is moving forward with plans to go on strike when its current contract expires at midnight on Monday. ... The family of a victim of the Kingsessing mass shooting two years ago is suing the company that sold the shooter part of the gun they used to allegedly carry out the massacre. ... Non-English speakers are getting help cracking the code of Philadelphia government and politics, with foreign language versions of guides by the watchdog group, Committee of 70. ... Police in South Jersey are investigating whether more than three dozen car robberies over the last two weeks in two townships are connected.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Saturday, Jun. 28, 2025 (morning edition): The family of a victim of the Kingsessing mass shooting two years ago is suing the company that sold the shooter part of the gun they used to allegedly carry out the massacre. A fire investigation in Chester County is now a criminal investigation after investigators found an illegal marijuana growing operation in a house that caught fire Thursday evening. The fire broke out just after 7:30 on Jessica Terrace near Victoria Court in Uwchlan Township and six fire departments spent around three hours putting the fire out. No one was hurt, but there was significant damage done to the house, with the worst of on the roof and second floor. It was during the course of the emergency response that authorities discovered the marijuana growing operation. They have yet to release any details on the scope of the operation. Uwchlan Township Police continue to investigate. Police in South Jersey are investigating whether more than three dozen car robberies over the last two weeks in two townships are connected. The latest break-ins were reported to police in Medford Township Police in Burlington County just before 1 a.m. Friday and around a dozen cars across three different developments were hit. Authorities first found a stolen Dodge Ram on Butler Court in a development not far off Route 70. They determined it was stolen from a house on nearby Milton Drive. Investigators say the perpetrators also targeted unlocked cars in the Medford Chase and Taunton Trace developments. They're trying to see if these break-ins are connected with a string over a two-week span in Evesham Township. Authorities say some 21 cars have been broken into in that time. Police are asking for anyone that could have surveillance footage of the robbers to get in touch. In a light drizzle, more than 100 people sat on the steps of the Philadelphia school administration building yesterday afternoon (FRI) and silently read books. It was a "read-in" to push for more certified librarians in district schools. Deb Kachel ("COCK-el") is with the Philadelphia Alliance to Restore School Librarians... The Alliance says there's once certified librarian for every 39,000 students in the district. The district said it's added six new libraries and two multimedia centers since 2010 and it's planning to do an analysis of school libraries.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, June 27th, 2025 (evening edition): A man and a woman have been arrested for their role in a deadly arson two weeks ago in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood of Philadelphia. ... Philadelphia’s blue collar workers are threatening to strike, beginning Tuesday, if they don’t have a new contract with the city by then. ... A kitten that was up for adoption at a Burlington County shelter has tested positive for rabies. ... And Philadelphia is adding 15 schools to the list of those receiving city-sponsored before-and-after school services.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, June 27th, 2025 (midday edition): Without more state funding, service cuts would begin in late August under SEPTA's "Doomsday" budget approved yesterday. ... The widows of deceased Philadelphia police officers sat in court every day for the trial of the man who murdered Temple police sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald. ... The Philadelphia school board voted unanimously to approve a deal with the department of justice so the district can avoid prosecution over the way it mismanaged the problem of asbestos in school buildings. ... And Philadelphia is gearing up for the biggest year long birthday party ever.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, Jun. 27, 2025 (morning edition): ONE PERSON IS DEAD AND THREE OTHERS ARE INJURED FOLLOWING A SHOOTING IN TRENTON LAST NIGHT. IT HAPPENED JUST BEFORE 9PM ON THE BLOCK OF 100 PASSAIC STREET ACCORDING TO POLICE. NO WORD YET ON A MOTIVE, AND IF ANYONE HAS BEEN ARRESTED. RIDERS ARE BRACING FOR THE WORST, NOW THAT THE SEPTA BOARD HAS APPROVED A SO-CALLED “DOOMSDAY” BUDGET THAT CUTS NEARLY HALF OF ITS SERVICE. IT WILL SOON COST YOU MORE TO PARK ON THE STREET IN CENTER CITY... THE PHILADELPHIA PARKING AUTHORITY IS RAISING METER RATES FROM $3 TO $4 PER HOUR STARTING ON JULY FIRST. THE PERIMETER IS ARCH STREET TO LOCUST STREET, AND FROM 4TH STREET TO 20TH STREET. THE PPA SAYS THE INCREASE IS TO HELP IMPROVE THE AVAILABILITY OF ON-STREET PARKING, PROMOTE PARKING TURNOVER, AND ALLEVIATE CONGESTION IN ONE OF PHILADELPHIA’S MOST HEAVILY CONGESTED CORRIDORS. THERE WILL ALSO BE A $1 INCREASE IF YOU PARK IN THE AREA OF SPRING GARDEN TO BAINBRIDGE, SCHUYLKILL RIVER TO THE DELAWARE RIVER. THE RATE THERE GOES FORM $2.50 TO $3.50 PER HOUR STARTING ON TUESDAY. SO MUCH IS BEING PLANNED IN THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S BIRTHDAY IN 2026.

The SEPTA board has adopted a budget that riders have feared – one that closes a $213 million deficit with a 45-percent cut in service and a 21-and-a-half percent fare increase. ... The Philadelphia School District would avoid federal prosecution for mismanaging asbestos in school buildings, under a deal up for approval today by the school board. ... A man was shot and killed inside a 7-Eleven store in the Tacony section of the city. ... The Philadelphia Water Department officially cut the ribbon, today (Thursday), on a three-year, 16-Million dollar makeover of the Flat Rock Dam on the Schuylkill River. ... The Philadelphia Parking Authority is raising meter rates from $3 to $4 per hour starting on July first. The perimeter is Arch Street to Locust Street, and from 4th Street to 20th Street.