State Department confirms two U.S. citizens kidnapped in Haiti
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
The couple was visiting relatives in Haiti when they got caught up in a wave of gang-related kidnappings.
Haitians from the Philadelphia area react to the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that has left hundreds dead in Haiti.
When Paul Rolland stands by the Haitian flag, he's also standing up against disparaging remarks against his home country, especially when they reportedly come from his president.
The Haitian community in our area came together Saturday at Ebenezer Haitian Baptist Church in Northeast Philadelphia.
"It's really, really sad," said Pastor Missel Josiaste, who leads Zion Pentascostal Church of God in West Philadelphia, and is from Haiti.
A new immigration law is causing a large amount of Haitians in the Dominican Republic to return to Haiti.
"This is an international human rights violation," said Florcy Morissett, a founding member of the Haitian Professionals of Philadelphia (HPP).
A group went to Haiti to help, but ended up needing help themselves.
According to the school, Dr. Nikki Wright, 28, and Dr. Lisa Gretebeck, 26, made the list for co-founding an organization that provides sustainable animal husbandry training and resources to families living in rural Haiti.
The youth at one area church are jumping in "feet first" to learn the importance of helping others with a shoe drive that runs through Oct. 13th.
Dom Giordano talked with Bishop David Zubik about his defense of organizations aiding and offering housing to immigrant children sent to the United States from Mexico and Central America.
Several area students from the area had the opportunity to travel to Haiti to build a foundation for a school there. They are members of the Legacy and Youth Tennis and Education group, an organization inspired by the life of Arthur Ashe.
The U.S. State Department has toughened its travel advisory for Haiti, something that a local Haitian leader says adds insult to injury.
Maria Bello, a Norristown, Pennsylvania native and Sea Isle City summer resident, was awarded with a Key to Sea Isle City for the community service she has done with women in Haiti.
The air was electric inside the gymnasium at the Meredith School as the children gathered to watch the Neumann-Goretti and College All-Star basketball players strut their stuff on the court.
The 10th anniversary season for the One Book, One Philadelphia program at the Free Library of Philadelphia came to a close on Friday night with an interview with author, Edwidge Danticat.
A student from a Chester County prep school traveled to Haiti and got a crash course in the real life aftermath of an earthquake.
Haitian drummers and dancers will perform Wednesday night at the library's main branch, on Logan Circle, to celebrate the selection of a book by the Haitian-American writer Edwidge Danticat.
Social media helps facilitate health care during disasters.
A collection of quilts created by women in Haiti are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
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A 3-year-old girl died after she was struck by a car in Philadelphia's Crescentville section on Wednesday, police said.
A resident in recovery says Philadelphia's clearing of homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue only scratches the surface of what's truly needed.
Members of Temple Beth Sholom in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, saw the devastation firsthand in Israel, and they supported fellow Jews as the Israel-Hamas War continues.
Philadelphia cleared out homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue, but it appears some of the targeted population were pushed to side streets without a permanent solution in place.
A 3-year-old girl died after she was struck by a car in Philadelphia's Crescentville section on Wednesday, police said.
A resident in recovery says Philadelphia's clearing of homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue only scratches the surface of what's truly needed.
Members of Temple Beth Sholom in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, saw the devastation firsthand in Israel, and they supported fellow Jews as the Israel-Hamas War continues.
Chris Bassitt tossed three-hit ball and struck out six over 6 2/3 innings and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits and an RBI to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 victory that ended the Philadelphia Phillies' home winning streak at 11 games.
A 3-year-old girl died after she was struck by a car in Philadelphia's Crescentville section on Wednesday, police said.
A resident in recovery says Philadelphia's clearing of homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue only scratches the surface of what's truly needed.
A 19-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Philadelphia's West Oak Lane neighborhood on the 7100 block of Limekiln Pike Wednesday afternoon.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign a bill that prohibits the use of cell phones while driving a car after it passed both chambers of the General Assembly in Harrisburg on Wednesday.
Philadelphia cleared out homeless encampments along Kensington Avenue, but it appears some of the targeted population were pushed to side streets without a permanent solution in place.
Members of Temple Beth Sholom in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, saw the devastation firsthand in Israel, and they supported fellow Jews as the Israel-Hamas War continues.
The City of Wildwood is turning on its parking meters a week early. Now they'll be on when Donald Trump is holding a rally in town.
Wednesday morning is kicking off with scattered showers that could produce lightning, high winds and downpours for some in the Philadelphia region.
North Wildwood's city council approved a new teen curfew and a ban on large tents along the beach for the 2024 summer season during a Tuesday morning council meeting.
Video shows people breaking into the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey, getting away with Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags.
Wednesday morning is kicking off with scattered showers that could produce lightning, high winds and downpours for some in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Police in Dover, Delaware, said two men were arrested for the murder of 18-year-old Camay Mitchell De Silva on Delaware State University's campus in April.
Philadelphia will see (but not very far) a foggy start to the week Monday. Kate Bilo tracks when the fog clears out and when Philly gets more rain.
ACL injuries are common and often involve difficult surgery and a long recovery, but a new collagen implant is changing that.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
The Phillies are encouraging fans heading to Wednesday's game to use public transportation and plan accordingly for traffic.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound was blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
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A tractor-trailer truck got stuck under an Amtrak bridge on Route 420 in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania on Friday morning.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Chris Bassitt tossed three-hit ball and struck out six over 6 2/3 innings and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had three hits and an RBI to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 victory that ended the Philadelphia Phillies' home winning streak at 11 games.
Kody Clemens connected on his first swing with Bryce Harper's Victus bat for a homer off Blue Jays starter Jose Berrios, sparking a 10-1 win for the Phillies over Toronto on Tuesday night.
The Phillies are encouraging fans heading to Wednesday's game to use public transportation and plan accordingly for traffic.
A group of ice skaters who practice at IceWorks Skating Club in Aston, Pennsylvania, earned fourth palace at a competition in Bordeaux, France, last month.
Members of the NAACP Philly branch said the proposed arena by the 76ers would benefit members of the Black community in the city, especially when it comes to jobs.
"Grotesquerie" star Niecy Nash took to social media to show off her new co-worker, Travis Kelce, on the new horror-drama TV series by "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
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ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Jason Kelce surprised his wife, Kylie, with a huge sword engraved with her nickname, "Princess Kyana," on it.
The Dad Vail Regatta will return to Cooper River Park in New Jersey this weekend and Double Nickel Brewing Company just unveiled a new beer called the "Dad Vail Pale Ale."
The bill would allow police to issue a summary offense for a $50 fine to drivers but no points would be added to their license. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to sign the bill.
Wednesday night is breezy and comfortable. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast for the Philadelphia region, including a look at Sunday's weather for Mother's Day.
Nonprofits in Delaware County are counting on getting a big boost on Wednesday. May 8-9 is the inaugural Delco Gives Day, a 24-hour campaign driving people in the community to support their favorite organizations. Madeleine Wright talks to a nonprofit hoping to benefit from the event.