Racist text messages referencing slavery raise alarms in Pennsylvania, multiple other states
Racist text messages invoking slavery raised alarm across the country this week after they were sent to Black men, women and students, including middle schoolers, prompting inquiries by the FBI and other agencies.
Transport Workers Union puts potential strike on hold, continue talks with SEPTA
SEPTA and union workers are negotiating, and the two sides are reporting there will be no strike at midnight, due to progress made in negotiations.
Video: Store clerk speaks out after stopping armed robbery attempt
Surveillance video shows a store clerk in West Philly going up against an armed robber and surviving the ordeal, while kicking the robber out.
No strike at midnight SEPTA, union announce; contract talks continue
SEPTA and the transport union announce significant progress in talks avoiding a midnight strike.
Video: Armed robbery attempt stopped by brave store clerk fighting back
Surveillance video obtained by FOX 29 shows a store owner in Southwest Philly in the fight of his life, going up against an armed robber and coming out on top.
Man wanted after child sexually assaulted in Center City: police
Have you seen this man? Philadelphia police are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man wanted for sexually assaulting a child in Center City last weekend.
Wildfires continue to burn across NJ as firefighters work through tough conditions
Three wildfires are burning across South and central New Jersey with thousands of acres burnt and firefighters seeing no rest.
Man wanted after child sexually assaulted in Center City
Have you seen this man? Philadelphia police are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man wanted for sexually assaulting a child in Center City last weekend.
Police find missing woman's body in Fox Chase; person of interest sought
The Philadelphia Police Department is continuing to investigate after they say a missing woman's body was found in Fox Chase Thursday. Sources say detectives believe the victim's 29-year-old alleged boyfriend is a person of interest.
Inside PA Conference for Women featuring Martha Stewart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Dawn Staley
After Vice President Kamala Harris lost against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, women are sharing their thoughts as they gather in Philadelphia for the Pennsylvania Conference for Women.
National Parks are free for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.
Man, 32, shot multiple times in northeast Philadelphia neighborhood
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting in Tacony that left a 32-year-old man in critical condition.
76 Place new details: Committee hearings scheduled for proposed Sixers arena
The Philadelphia City Council will host eight days of hearings throughout the month of November and into early December on the proposed new Sixers arena, 76 Place. Here's what you need to know.
Political comebacks and returns to private life: What happens to former presidential candidates?
As a country, we often hear less about the people who lost a presidential election. Here's a look at what happened to major political party candidates who didn't get voted into the White House.
Weather Authority: 6 p.m. Thursday forecast
FOX 29 Weather Authority 6 p.m. Thursday forecast.
Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election
Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.
Wildfire in Evesham Twp. raging over 200 acres
A wildfire on the border of Burlington and Camden counties is burning through 200 acres, threatening homes very close by and is not, yet contained, officials say.
Inside the PA Conference for Women in Philadelphia
After Vice President Kamala Harris lost against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, women are sharing their thoughts as they gather in Philadelphia for the Pennsylvania Conference for Women.
SEPTA, union continue contract talks while parents, Philly schools scramble to find alternatives
Many students in Philly schools rely on SEPTA to get them back and forth, along with commuters, who are all waiting for SEPTA and its' largest union to reach an agreement on contract talks.
McCormick unseats Senator Bob Casey in US Senate race
Hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick has unseated Senator Bob Casey in the race for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, the AP calls. A recount may be triggered, by Pa. law, as some votes have not been counted.