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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 (midday edition): Crews battled a five-alarm warehouse fire in Tacony Monday morning. ... The new school year in Philadelphia is underway, and the threat of a teachers strike is off the table. On the eve of the first day of school, the school district and the teachers union reached a tentative agreement. ... Drastic cuts to SEPTA service have taken effect. As Philadelphia residents adjust to the changes, SEPTA riders are asking for some peace of mind and mercy on their pockets. ... Prosecutors have dropped charges against a Philadelphia man who they say left his gun unlocked and unattended. A child found it and accidentally shot himself. Gun safety advocates are urging lawmakers to pass a secure storage law.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 (morning edition): The SEPTA service cuts are here -- and this will be the first day riders feel the brunt of it on their way to school or work. ... A midday Sunday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed-down SEPTA system. ... Villanova University had yet another false report of an active shooter Sunday morning. ... At least three people were shot and killed, and a few others wounded, in a rash of shootings across Philadelphia early Sunday morning.

SEPTA riders bare the brunt of the first day of impact as those so-called "doomsday" sweeping cuts to service take effect. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard spoke with commuters who have a lot to say. ### A midday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed down system. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson spoke to some fans about how they’re adjusting. ### Just like SEPTA, New Jersey Transit needs cash. Officials there are now exploring their options, including selling or leasing some of its extensive real estate holdings. Details from KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. ### At least three people were killed, others wounded in several shootings across Philadelphia overnight. Police say the most recent happened close to 3 a.m. on West Ruscomb Street in Logan. Police say several men were on the sidewalk when someone walked up and opened fire. One man was killed after he shot back at the gunman. The shooter was hit in the leg. A second man was hurt -- hi

The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Sunday, August 24, 2025 (evening edition) SEPTA riders bare the brunt of the first day of impact as those so-called "doomsday" sweeping cuts to service take effect. Commuters who have a lot to say. --- A midday Phillies game without express trains was the first of many tests for the trimmed down system. --- Just like SEPTA, New Jersey Transit needs cash. Officials there are now exploring their options, including selling or leasing some of its extensive real estate holdings. --- At least three people were killed, others wounded in several shootings across Philadelphia overnight. --- Runners were off to the races in South Philly this morning for the Philly 10-K run.

The KYW Newsradio All Local: Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025 (Morning Edition): Investigators are trying to find out who phoned in a fake report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova University on Thursday. The call prompted a massive police response. ... New Jersey declared a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. ... Pennsylvania is joining 20 other states in asking for the federal government to intervene immediately in a deadly drug problem involving counterfeit pills that are sold online. ... Philadelphia police arrest a third suspect wanted in last month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry that left three people dead and nine others wounded.

The KYW Newsradio All Local: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 (Evening Edition): Barring a last-minute funding agreement in Harrisburg, 20% SEPTA service cuts are set to go into effect Sunday. .... A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting on Friday outside a SEPTA bus. .... Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler will miss the rest of the 2025 season and could miss the start of the 2026 season due to venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS). The news comes after he was considered a front-runner for the Cy Young Award this year.

The KYW Newsradio All Local: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 (Morning Edition): The first round of aggressive SEPTA cuts takes effect tomorrow morning, throwing commutes around the region into turmoil. Subway, trolley, and bus service will be slashed by 20% tomorrow, the day before the first day of Philadelphia public schools. Septa General Manager Scott Sauer says the 50,000 students who use SEPTA may need to find alternate routes. ............. A SEPTA bus in Frankford was hit by gunfire Friday afternoon after officials say an altercation broke out between two men. SEPTA Spokesperson Andrew Busch says it happened just before 5 p.m. aboard a Route 3 bus traveling on Frankford Avenue. One of the men got off the bus between Womrath and Worrell Streets, turned and fired into the bus. ............. A 19-year-old has been charged in connection with a violent carjacking earlier this year in West Philadelphia. ............. The shortage of Black teachers is the issue up for discussion Sunday at the Free Library

While state legislative leaders continue to negotiate a mass transit funding deal, SEPTA says it’s going ahead with plans to slash service starting Sunday. ...... There's a coastal flood warning for the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches until 2 a.m. Saturday, as Hurricane Erin continues to kick up dangerous surf. ...... Local and federal law enforcement are trying to find whoever is responsible for hoax 911 calls about an active shooter on Villanova’s campus. The alert sent first-year students and their families who were in town for orientation, running to get to a safe place. ..... Meanwhile, Villanova students, parents, faculty and the surrounding community are trying to process the stress of yesterday’s events While there was no actual shooter, the fear felt by those barricading was all too real.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 (midday edition): New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. ... The search is on for whoever made the hoax 911 calls that sent Villanova's campus into a panic yesterday afternoon. ... The Phillies welcome the Nationals tonight for a three-game series. Also tonight: the Eagles' preseason finale.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 (morning edition): Investigators are trying to find out who phoned in a fake report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova University on Thursday. ... New Jersey is in a state of emergency due to Hurricane Erin. People along the Jersey Shore are urged to use caution this weekend. ... Pennsylvania is joining 20 other states in asking for the federal government to intervene immediately in a deadly drug problem involving counterfeit pills that are sold online. ... Philadelphia police arrested a third suspect wanted in last month's deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry that left three people dead and nine others wounded.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (evening edition): Three days before SEPTA slashes service because of its budget shortfall, there’s no indication that a funding solution is close. ... A Montgomery County man, who spent 30 years in prison before being released after life sentences for juveniles were ruled unconstitutional, has been sentenced for stealing tens of thousands of dollars in COVID relief funds just three years after he was paroled. ... Authorities in Delaware County are investigating a police-involved shooting that left a man hospitalized. Officials say the officers returned fire after the man shot at them. ... A Salem County judge denied a motion today to suppress some evidence in the case against the driver accused of killing hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew last summer.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (midday edition): Lawyers for the South Jersey man charged in the deaths of the Gaudreau brothers are expected this afternoon to ask a judge to throw out some evidence in the case. ... One man was killed and another was hurt in a shooting in Kensington Wednesday night. ... As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild. ... The Philadelphia Zoo is showing off its 16 new tortoise babies. ... After nearly a century, a Queen Village nonprofit is fighting to keep its staff and programming from being cut.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 (morning edition): As SEPTA prepares to cut 20% of service starting Sunday, efforts are underway to make sure riders with disabilities aren’t left behind. ... New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced new plans to expand public transportation options in South Jersey. ... PGW has agreed to a settlement that will lower customer rate hikes next year. A coalition of environmental groups intervened before the Public Utility Commission. ... Weeks after a shooting injured five people at the Christy Rec Center pool in Cobb’s Creek, a night of basketball brought fun and competition to its gym in an effort to combat youth gun violence. Kids from across the city showed out on the court alongside a team of first responders.

The KYW Newsradio All Local for Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (evening edition): Four days until SEPTA begins slashing service. The looming cuts and increased fares are expected to have rippling effects on the region. Among those facing an uncertain path ahead are disabled residents. As the Philadelphia School District this fall considers the future of its aging buildings, a new report from a preservation group calls on the district to rehabilitate, not rebuild. PGW has agreed to a settlement with a coalition of environmental groups that intervened in its rate hike request before the Public Utility Commission. After nearly a century, a Queen Village nonprofit is fighting to keep its staff and programming from being cut. Delaware County has rolled out some big changes to its government website to help residents better navigate it.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 (morning edition): Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall, but it's leading to dangerous swimming conditions on the East Coast, including the Jersey Shore, where waves could reach 15 feet high. The National Weather Service has issued a high rip current risk and a high surf advisory. ... As SEPTA prepares to slash service on Sunday, Gov. Josh Shapiro says it's time for Democrats and Republicans to compromise on transit funding. ... A former employee at a day care in North Philadelphia faces aggravated assault charges after she was allegedly caught on video violently dragging a 6-year-old girl into the bathroom. ... Philadelphia police are looking for a man they say killed his wife last week in Germantown, and the suspect has been charged with murder before. ... After a two-year comprehensive review and community engagement process, Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is updating its policy on its human remains collections.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 (evening edition): Jersey Shore officials are warning visitors to stay out of the water as Hurricane Erin brings strong rip currents and dangerous surf along the coast. Waves at the shore could reach 15-feet high. Philly police are looking a man they say attacked a teenager in Center City earlier this month, and stole his phone. The Bucks County DA’s office says a violent road rage incident earlier this month never should have happened as the man accused in that case should have already been behind bars. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says he’s continuing to work with state legislative leaders to find a deal to fund mass transit. Two local high schools came out with high marks in this year’s U-S News and World Report’s Best U-S High Schools rankings.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 (midday edition): Jersey Shore towns are warning people to stay out of the water as Hurricane Erin is creating dangerous conditions. ... Shots were fired outside the Walmart at the Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia early this morning. No one was hurt, and one person was arrested. ... Protesters demanding funding for SEPTA occupied the office of a Republican state senator who serves Northeast Philly Monday afternoon.

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 (morning edition): Protesters staged a sit-in at state Sen. Joe Picozzi’s office in the Northeast to demand funding for SEPTA. ... A row home collapse in Brewerytown this past weekend has neighbors wondering what’s next. ... After a two-and-a-half-year closure for asbestos abatement, Frankford High will fully reopen for students when classes begin next week. ... A new hotline is available for sickle cell patients in the commonwealth who haven’t been receiving comprehensive care.

The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Monday, August 18 (Evening Edition): Students report next week, but Monday was the first day of school for 20,000 staffers in the Philadelphia School District. They have a lot to consider as the year begins, as we hear from KYW Newsradio education reporter Mike DeNardo. *** Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity has made her candidacy for governor official. As KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports, Republicans believe she gives their party the best chance to win back the governor’s mansion next year. *** Police are trying to identify a group of women who they say attacked another woman earlier this month inside a North Philly business. It happened Saturday, Aug. 9, around 11 at night at a store at 16th and Cumberland streets. *** An argument between a boyfriend and girlfriend in North Philadelphia escalated into deadly gunfire. It happened around 9:30 Sunday night on Gratz near Oxford streets. *** New Jersey and Delaware are among a group of states on

The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025 (evening edition): Students report next week, but Monday was the first day of school for 20-thousand staffers in the Philadelphia School District. They have a lot to consider as the year begins. Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity has made her candidacy for governor official. Police are trying to identify a group of women who they say attacked another woman earlier this month inside a North Philly business. An argument between a boyfriend and girlfriend in North Philadelphia escalated into deadly gunfire. New Jersey and Delaware are among a group of states once again suing the Trump Administration, this time over threats to withhold federal funding from so-called sanctuary states.