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  • Pope Francis laid to rest at St. Mary Major Basilica

    Pope Francis laid to rest at St. Mary Major Basilica
    Apr 26 2025
    As Pope Francis went to his final resting place today, the Hispanic community worldwide is remembering the influence that Francis had on the Catholic church. KYW Newsradio Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams says his legacy is important to that community here. A Pennsylvania man accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in South Jersey was arrested by U.S. Marshals Friday morning. KYW Newsradio’s Nigel Thompson has the story. New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin says the state has arrested 11 people who were involved in an intentional auto theft ring with cars being stolen in areas all over the state, including in Burlington County. Sen. Andy Kim has announced emergency funding is available to battle the Jones Road Wildfire burning in Ocean County. The exact amount of money from FEMA hasn’t been determined yet and won’t be known until the fire is 100% contained. Right now, it’s 60% contained, with more than 15,000 acres burned. In the event of an emergency, like the Wildfire burning in Ocean County, an animal welfare organization wants to remind pet owners to have a plan in place that includes their pet in the event evacuation orders are given. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt reports. Eastern State Penitently Historic Site is launching a new after hours series every Wednesday night combining history, culture and entertainment. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt reports. One more day where track and field take over University City for the 129th running of the Penn Relays, which conclude today. KYW Newsradio's Pat Loeb was there yesterday (Friday) as high school girls took center stage. A public art project returns, aiming to get people to explore Philadelphia parks...by taking SEPTA. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.
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  • 11 members of international auto theft ring arrested in New Jersey

    11 members of international auto theft ring arrested in New Jersey
    Apr 25 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All-Local - Friday, April 25, 2025 (Evening Edition) The Central Bucks School superintendent was placed on administrative leave after a report was released detailing allegations of abuse of young students with special needs. SEPTA has launched an enforcement blitz to discourage fare jumpers. New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin says the state has arrested 11 people who were involved in an international auto theft ring with cars being stolen in areas all over the state, including in Burlington County. Testimony has wrapped for the week in the trial against Maurice Hill, the man charged with shooting six Philadelphia police officers nearly 6 years ago during an hours-long standoff in the city’s Nicetown neighborhood. In the event of an emergency, like a wildfire, an animal welfare organization wants to remind pet owners to have a plan in place that includes your pet in the event evacuation orders are given.
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  • Central Bucks teacher, aide accused of abusing elementary school students with special needs

    Central Bucks teacher, aide accused of abusing elementary school students with special needs
    Apr 25 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, April 25, 2025 (midday edition): The Central Bucks School District superintendent was placed on administrative leave after a report was released detailing allegations of abuse of young students with special needs. ... The emergency rooms of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital are expected to shut down today. ... Police in Montgomery County are looking for a masked man who kicked a woman to the ground and assaulted her outside her apartment in Hatfield. ... At a public hearing on its budget Thursday night, the Philly School Board heard about scarce bathroom supplies and the need for more libraries. ... Rounds 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft are tonight, with the Eagles currently sporting the 64th and 96th overall picks.
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  • Chester locals are worried that the closure of Crozer Chester and Taylor Hospital means they'll have trouble accessing care

    Chester locals are worried that the closure of Crozer Chester and Taylor Hospital means they'll have trouble accessing care
    Apr 25 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Friday, Apr. 25, 2025 (morning edition): Chester residents are scared they won’t have readily available access to emergency services and trauma response once Crozer Chester and Taylor Hospital shut down. The Eagles got their first pick of the NFL Draft last night, picking local linebacker Jihaad Campbell out of Alabama The Birds traded up a spot to get the Gloucester Township native and longtime Eagles fan at 31. He played inside linebacker for the Crimson Tide and was ranked the 12th-best prospect by NFL.com. Most rankings called him the best linebacker available. A 19-year-old man is charged with arson as a wildfire continues to burn in Ocean County, New Jersey … about 15,200 acres have burned, and officials say it is about 50 percent contained. A Philadelphia native who was among the crowd blessed by Pope Francis on Easter Day chose to extend his stay in the Holy City a couple days. When he learned the pope had died, he decided to stick around to attend the Pontiff’s funeral. In video from the draft, Campbell is seen literally skipping down the tunnel on his way to the stage to receive his midnight green hat and jersey. He'll join the league's best defense last year as the Birds look to defend their Super Bowl title.
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  • FIFA lacks clear plan for protecting children ahead of World Cup, human rights groups say

    FIFA lacks clear plan for protecting children ahead of World Cup, human rights groups say
    Apr 24 2025
    A 19-year-old Ocean County man is charged with arson in connection with the massive Jones Road wildfire that has burned through 15-thousand acres. As KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports, officials say fire spread because the suspect didn’t properly put out a bonfire. ... Human rights watchdogs say FIFA is failing to protect children ahead of the 2026 World Cup. A soccer tournament this summer may give a taste of what’s to come. ... New data from SEPTA shows the rate of serious crimes holding steady this year, after a sharp reduction in the first quarter of 2024. ... A Philadelphia native, who was in Rome for the Easter holiday, was among the crowd blessed by Pope Francis in Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday. He extended his trip after the pontiff's death to attend the Holy Father’s viewing and funeral.
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  • 19-year-old charged with arson in massive Ocean County wildfire

    19-year-old charged with arson in massive Ocean County wildfire
    Apr 24 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, April 24, 2025 (midday edition): Investigators say the massive wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey is arson. A 19-year-old is allegedly responsible for sparking the blaze. ... Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital have begun diverting ambulances to other hospitals as they begin to shut down. ... Someone stole equipment from a Camden County baseball league for kids and adults with disabilities. ... The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has been issuing tens of thousands of REAL IDs every week as the deadline draws closer.
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  • The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (morning edition)

    The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (morning edition)
    Apr 24 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (morning edition) - Crews in Ocean County, NJ, have the Jones Road wildfire 50% contained as the blaze has consumed more than 13,000 acres. ... Philadelphia Police officers shot during an hours-long standoff six years ago took the stand yesterday in the trial against Maurice Hill, the man accused of barricading himself inside a home in the city's Nicetown neighborhood. ... Philadelphia City Council got its long-awaited chance to explore the details of Mayor Cherelle Parker's HOME initiative for 30,000 new housing units. ... The Philadelphia School District is preparing to return a Native American human skull discovered at Central High School in 2021.
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  • The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (evening edition):

    The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (evening edition):
    Apr 23 2025
    The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (evening edition):
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