Philadelphia

A North Carolina man was sentenced to more than 15 years in federal prison Monday for attempting to pay an individual to kill two people residing in the Philadelphia area.

Police are searching for three armed suspects following a violent robbery in Center City this weekend as terrifying video circulates online.

The Phillies are officially on a historic roll after securing their third consecutive series sweep on Sunday, a feat they haven't accomplished since their 2010 season.

Police are searching for the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run that left a 38-year-old man dead on Sunday evening.

SEPTA rolled out Phase 1 of its first full-scale bus system overhaul in 63 years Sunday, bringing permanent route cuts, new corridors and schedule changes to Philadelphia-area commuters.

Philadelphia police are investigating a string of violent incidents that occurred between late Saturday night and early Sunday morning, resulting in two deaths and two injuries across the city.

A 36-year-old pedestrian was killed after being struck by a Jeep in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning.

A 43-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting outside a North Philadelphia business, police said.

The first day of classes is Monday, Aug. 24.

Makini the African lion, was euthanized following recent health struggles, according to the Philadelphia Zoo. He was 17.

A 19-year-old woman is in critical condition after being shot in the chest early morning near 56th and Haverford Avenue, according to police.