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Police: University City shooting leaves 33-year-old man critically injured

PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department's Shooting Investigation Group are working to find a suspect who they say shot a man twice early Friday morning. According to Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small, the shooting took place on the 300 block of S 40th Street just after 1 a.m. Officials say officers responded to the street and found a 33-year-old man lying on the ground with two gunshot wounds to his abdomen. He was rushed to Presbyterian Hospital, where he is in critical condition going in and out of consciousness, Small says. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAuthorities say three spent shell casings were discovered on the sidewalk a few feet from the victim. Police have not arrested the shooter but believe he is a male who fled south on foot with a woman, according to investigators. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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Philadelphia receives its 20th bus of asylum seekers since last November

PHILADELPHIA - A migrant bus carrying more than two dozen asylum seekers from the Texas boarder arrived in Philadelphia on Wednesday, making it the 20th the city has received since November. A spokesperson for the City of Philadelphia said the bus with 31 aboard - all from Venezuela - arrived at 30th Street Station in University City. To date, Philadelphia has received 900 asylum seekers and added capacity to welcome more migrants. Two dozen of the migrants were taken to the City of Philadelphia's welcoming facility on E.

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Deptford Police Officer Robert Shisler dies from injuries sustained in line-of-duty shooting

DEPTFORD, N.J. - Officer Bobby Shisler, the Deptford police officer shot in the line of duty in March, has died, Deptford Township Police announced.Deptford Police Chief Joseph Smith made the announcement Sunday.Deptford Township Police, along with Philadelphia Police and law enforcement from across New Jersey escorted Officer Shisler Sunday night from Penn Hospital, in University City, to the Medical Examiner’s Office at Philadelphia Police Headquarters.A sea of red and blue went over the bridge Sunday afternoon to help with the procession, after raising a flag during an emotional gathering at the Deptford Township Police Department.Police surrounded Philadelphia Police Headquarters as Officer Shisler was brought inside and saluted his family as they left the building.In a statement, Chief Smith said, "Officer Shisler will always be remembered for his dedication and his commitment to the residents of this great community. We are extremely grateful and thankful for his service.

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Driver accused of fatally striking man, 70, in University City hit-and-run sought, officials say

UNIVERSITY CITY - Police are investigating a crash that killed a 70-year-old man after he was struck by a car. According to police, the crash occurred on March 8, just before 8 p.m., at the intersection of Civic Center Boulevard and University Avenue. Authorities say a silver or gray SUV hit a 70-year-old man. The driver of the vehicle got out of his car and saw the 70-year-old on the ground before he got back into his car and left the area going south on University Avenue, officials say. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESPolice say the victim was transported to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition.

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Police: Driver sought after University City hit-and-run that killed a 70-year-old man

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Police: Hit-and-run in University City leaves 70-year-old man critically injured

PHILADELPHIA - Police are investigating a crash that left a 70-year-old man injured after he was struck by a car. According to police, the crash occurred on Wednesday evening just before 8 p.m.

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Wawa closing 2 Center City stores due to "safety and security challenges"

PHILADELPHIA - Wawa, a Philadelphia staple, announced Thursday it will close two Center City locations due to "continued safety and security challenges and business factors.""We are very sorry we can’t be there for our friends and neighbors at these two locations, but we continue to serve the community from our other nearby stores and our commitment to the greater region remains strong," a statement read in part. "Philadelphia is our hometown and that’s something that will never change."The chain remains hopeful it can repurpose the two defunct locations "to further benefit Philadelphia" and doubled down on its commitment to helping communities around the city grow." Since 2020, at least four Wawas have closed their doors and others have cut their hours. The announcement comes amid a rash of crimes at Wawa across the city, including a recent robbery where an employee was pepper sprayed at store in University City.

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2 Wawa employees pepper sprayed at University City store, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Two Wawa employees were pepper sprayed early Thursday morning at a store in University City, police say. According to authorities, the incident occurred at the Wawa on the 3600 block of Chestnut Street around 1 a.m. Police did not release further details about the incident or investigation. This comes as it has been revealed that Wawa is considering removing Philadelphia from its expansion plans because of concerns over crime in the city. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAccording to the Philadelphia Business Journal, Philadelphia Councilmember Mike Driscoll received the information from a senior Wawa representative. Driscoll says he met with the representative one day after the Wawa in Mayfair was ransacked by dozens of juveniles. In a statement, a spokesperson for Wawa said they do not comment on their planning process. Since 2020, at least four Wawas have closed their doors and others have cut their hours.

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Police: 1 injured after car overturns, drives in State Farm store in University City crash

PHILADELPHIA - A two-vehicle crash in University City has reportedly left one person injured and extensive damage in its wake.Officials say two cars were involved in a crash at the intersection of 40th and Chestnut streets around 3:30 a.m.

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Delivery driver claims his electric bike stolen while making pickup at Philadelphia Wawa

PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia food delivery driver says he out of a job after his expensive bike was stolen while he was picking up orders. Dajon Murray told FOX 29 that he was making his last stop of the night at the Wawa on 37th and Spruce streets in University City early Friday morning. Murray said when he left his bike near the front of the store and when he turned around to pickup the order someone stole it. Wawa employees shared surveillance video with Murray that he says captures the bike thief in the act. Dajon Murray said he was getting a pickup order at a Philadelphia Wawa when someone stole his expensive electric bike. Murray said the electric bike costed more than $600 and he only had it for about a month. "Soon as I turned around the corner, I just saw my bike missing," Murray told FOX 29's Shawnette Wilson. Murray said the electric bike costed more than $600 and he only had it for about a month. "It gets around pretty good, I would say, so it was great for work," Murray said.

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Woman stabbed in the face, body found dead inside minivan in University City, police say

Police say woman stabbed to death in University City. PHILADELPHIA - Police responded to the scene of a brutal stabbing Saturday morning after a woman was reportedly found dead inside a car.The victim, a woman in her early 30s, was stabbed to death and left inside a gold Honda Odyssey on the 5300 block of Chestnut Street, according to police.She reportedly suffered multiple stabs wounds to her body and one to her face.Police say her body was discovered around 8:25 a.m.

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Atlantic City man, 39, pleads guilty to animal cruelty charges

MAYS LANDING, N.J. - Authorities say an Atlantic City man pleaded guilty to a 3rd degree animal cruelty charge for an incident that occurred in 2020, which left one dog dead. On January 7, 2020, Atlantic City police say they responded to an emergency call from a woman who was very emotional after she came home and found her dead puppy.Upon arrival, authorities say they found the victim hysterical as she told them that she came home from work and could not find her Yorkshire Terrier puppy, Mommas.MORE HEADLINES Sesame Place facing discrimination complaints after more videos of children being ignored come to lightPolice: 18-year-old fatally shot in West Philadelphia as city reports 300 homicides for the yearSkeletal remains of man found in University City, police sayThe victim told police that she eventually found the dog's body badly beaten and stuffed in between the mattress and box spring of her bed. Forensic experts later determined that Mommas had suffered fatal blunt force trauma.After an investigation was conducted, the accused Gary Moore, 39, was charged with animal cruelty by purposely causing the death of Mommas.

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Skeletal remains of man found in University City, police say

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating after skeletal remains were found in University City, according to authorities. Police say the remains of an unknown man were found on University Avenue near the Schuylkill Expressway ramp. Authorities say someone discovered the remains underneath the westbound I-76 bridge. The Medical Examiner's Office has been notified and is en route, according to police. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESNo additional information was released by officials. This is a developing story.

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Officials: Filipino attorney shot and killed in rideshare vehicle in University City

Filipino attorney John Laylo shot and killed while in a rideshare vehicle at 38th and Spruce. UNIVERSITY CITY - Philadelphia Police are investigating a shooting that led to the death of a Filipino attorney.The attorney was said to be in town visiting relatives when the shooting occurred.Officials say the attorney, identified as John Laylo, got into a rideshare vehicle, along with his mother, at 38th and Spruce Saturday morning, a little after 4 a.m.Police say when the vehicle stopped at Spruce Street, a car pulled up behind them and fired shots into the back window.

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Suspect in custody after 30th Street Station employee stabbed in bathroom, police say

Authorities are investigating a stabbing at the 30th Street Station in University City. PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say a 30th Street Station employee was stabbed in a bathroom inside the station early Monday morning. The incident occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Monday morning.Police say the employee, a 41-year-old man, had entered the bathroom and asked the male suspect who was inside to gather his belongings and leave the room.MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAt that point, police say the suspect stabbed the employee twice in the chest with an unknown object and fled the bathroom.

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Raising Cane's opens first Philadelphia location, met with long lines

PHILADELPHIA - Chicken for breakfast? Philadelphians embraced a protein-filled morning as Raising Cane's opened its doors for the first time.The location at 3925 Walnut Street in University City is the first Raising Cane's to open in Pennsylvania.Locals line up for Raising Cane's grand opening.

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100-year-old NJ native and WWII veteran runs in Penn Relays

UNIVERSITY CITY - On Friday, Lester Wright celebrated his 100th birthday. Saturday, Wright ran the 100-Meter Dash at the Penn Relays.A typical start to race and, just like that, 100-year-old Lester Wright was off to the races, bringing the 1,000s in attendance to their feet."Tired?" asked FOX 29’s Marcus Espinoza."No," replied the World War II veteran."Could you do it again?" Espinoza inquired."Yes," Wright exclaimed.MORE HEADLINES:Wright had plenty of energy left over after running his 100m dash at the Penn Relays.

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Sources: Philly police investigate stabbing and sexual assault on 2 different SEPTA trains

UNIVERSITY CITY - Philadelphia police are investigating a sexual assault and a stabbing just hours apart on two different SEPTA trains.Sunday, about 4:30 in the afternoon, SEPTA confirms a passenger was stabbed at the 34th Street subway station, in University City, prompting the Market-Frankford line to bypass the stop on Drexel University’s campus, alarming students.Police raced the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. Officials say the victim did not suffer life-threatening injuries.MORE HEADLINES:The 34th Street Station was shutdown as police investigated the incident.

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Sources: Man stabbed on SEPTA train in University City

UNIVERSITY CITY - Philadelphia police are investigating a stabbing of an older man while riding on the Market-Frankford Line, sources tell FOX 29’s Steve Keeley.Police were called to 34th and Market Streets, in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, Sunday, just before 5 p.m., on the report of a stabbing on a SEPTA train, according to the sources.Police raced the man to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. There were no details regarding his condition.MORE HEADLINES:The 34th Street Station was shutdown as police investigated the incident.

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Sources: 22-year-old stabbed on SEPTA train in University City

UNIVERSITY CITY - Philadelphia police are investigating a stabbing of a 22-year-old while riding on the Market-Frankford Line, sources tell FOX 29’s Steve Keeley.Police were called to 34th and Market Streets, in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, Sunday, just before 5 p.m., on the report of a stabbing on a SEPTA train, according to the sources.Police raced the 22-year-old victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. There were no details regarding the victim’s condition.The 34th Street Station was shutdown as police investigated the incident.

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Philadelphia police officer's vehicle hit on Schuylkill Expressway, authorities say

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police say an officer's vehicle was hit and damaged on the Schuylkill Expressway early Saturday morning. According to authorities, the car was rear-ended at 12:05 a.m.

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UPS plans to hire more than 5,000 seasonal employees in Philadelphia area

PHILADELPHIA - It’s still three weeks before Thanksgiving, but for many, the holiday shopping season has begun at a record pace. "I’m last minute.

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Man hospitalized after being shot twice in head in University City, police say

PHILADELPHIA - A man is hospitalized after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds to the head in University City.The incident happened on the 5600 block of Chestnut Street at approximately 12:36 p.m. Police say the 32-year-old victim was shot twice in the back of the head. He was taken to Presbyterian Medical Center by police where he is listed in stable condition. So far, police have not made any arrests.

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Man shot outside 7-Eleven on Drexel's campus, police say

PHILADELPHIA - In University City, police are investigating a shooting outside a 7-Eleven on Drexel's campus.It happened on the 3400 block of Lancaster Avenue around 3 a.m.MORE HEADLINES:The victim was shot in the ear.

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1 dead, 1 injured after crane collapse in University City

UNIVERSITY CITY - One person has died after a crane collapsed in University City Tuesday night, according to officials, and a second man sustained unknown injuries.Crews were called to the 3100 block of Convention Avenue Tuesday night, about 8:30, on the report of a construction accident.A 55-year-old man is dead after a crane collapse in University City They arrived to find a 55-year-old man trapped under a crane.

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University City crane collapse leads to 1 death, officials said

A 55-year-old man is dead after a crane collapse in University City UNIVERSITY CITY - One person has died after a crane collapsed in University City Tuesday night, according to officials.Crews were called to the 3100 block of Convention Avenue Tuesday night, about 9:15, on the report of a construction accident.They arrived to find a 55-year-old man trapped under a crane. The man was trapped an undetermined amount of time.The man was freed from underneath the crane and was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Hospital, but he succumbed.

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Studies suggest risk remains for people with certain conditions, despite COVID vaccine

UNIVERSITY CITY - The COVID-19 vaccines are extremely effective, but new studies show a small population may not be fully protected.Conrad Corpus, of Cherry Hill, received a new kidney in April 2017. Just over four years later, he’s feeling great.

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University City shooting leaves 18-year-old in critical conditition

PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia teen is in critical condition after police say he was shot multiple times Tuesday morning.The shooting occurred on the unit block of North 40th Street shortly before 11 a.m. Police say the victim, an 18-year-old Black male, was shot twice in the leg, twice in the arm, and once in the chest, thigh, and stomach. The victim was taken to Presbyterian Hospital in a private vehicle and placed in critical condition. Police say no arrest has been made and a gun was recovered from the victim following the shooting. ___RELATED COVERAGE: Philadelphia expected to unveil updated reopening plans TuesdayMan found shot, killed in stolen SUV in KingsessingShootings leave 3 dead, 5 wounded in Philadelphia MondayMLK Drive to

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Uptick in armed robberies in University City, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police say they are seeing an uptick in armed robberies in University City."I just encourage you to go through any type of doorbell camera, commercial, business cameras that you have and my community relations officer and crime prevention officer will tell you how you can get us that footage," Philadelphia Police Captain Matt Gillespie said.Captain Gillespie read a list of gunpoint robberies in University City and West Philly on a Zoom call Friday with community leaders,"There was two robberies basically 22 minutes apart.

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Still need to ship those holidays packages? Cutting it this close comes with a price

UNIVERSITY CITY - Are those holiday packages in the mail, yet? There’s still a little time left to get that done. But, time really is running out.Of course, last minute shipment comes with a price.Bill Arnold is sending checks to his kids."I just put something in the mail today," Arnold remarked."Are you confident it will get there before Christmas?" FOX 29’s Brad Sattin asked."No.

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PHILADELPHIA - A popular food truck in University City is shutting down after 37 years and longtime customers are sad to see it go. Chef Tsz Pong and partner Bi Pang are closing up Yue Kee Chinese next Wednesday after generations of University City lunch lovers.Daughter Mona told FOX 29 on the phone that COVID canceling classes was the dealbreaker."They had been thinking about it, but I think they really wanted to try and work another year or two? Yeah, the situation is just really difficult right now," she said.The crowd Thursday was longtime customers coming to say goodbye while others were just trying it for the first time.Advertisement"Going through my feed and it was like good Chinese food? Going to shut down?” I figured I’d give it a

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Returning students could cause COVID-19 infections to double in University towns: New study finds

“Impact of university re-opening on total community COVID-19 burden”, said more than two-thirds of infections attributable to the return of university students occur in the general population, leading to increased COVID-19 hospitalizations and death.Cipriano said the findings are important for making public health decisions and suggests that mass screening and high-frequency testing of students can make a significant difference.While screening the student population frequently may be challenging, the study argues a one-time mass screening event at the end of September would help identify and isolate a large fraction of asymptotic infections in the student population to reduce community infection.“We know a third of cases are asymptomatic

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PPA resumes metered parking enforcement city-wide

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Parking Authority says metered parking will once again be enforced throughout the city.After resuming enforcement in Center City and University City last week, the PPA will back on the job elsewhere in the city.After halting most enforcement in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the PPA has gradually begun re-enforcing payment mandates at parking garages since June 1.Contact-free payment options are available.The height of the coronavirus pandemic making it so that fewer commuters entered the city prompted officials to make payment temporarily obsolete.The potential for revenue was largely nonexistent, which led to the original decision to temporarily pause paid parking. ___AdvertisementFor the latest

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PPA resumes metered parking enforcement in Center City, University City

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Parking Authority says metered parking will once again be enforced in Center City and University City beginning Monday.The continued enforcement comes a week after the PPA planned on resuming, before later postponing until Monday, June 15.After halting most enforcement in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the PPA has gradually begun re-enforcing payment mandates at parking garages since June 1.City-wide meter enforcement will now begin June 22 and contact-free payment options are available.The height of the coronavirus pandemic making it so that fewer commuters entered the city prompted officials to make payment temporarily obsolete.

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PPA postpones metered parking enforcement in Center City until June 15

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) has postponed metered parking enforcement for another week, canceling plans to begin on Monday. Gradually, the PPA has begun re-enforcing payment mandates at parking garages on June 1. As the city moved into the yellow phase amid government-led reopening strategies, the PPA announced that metered parking would resume on June 8.

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PPA to start enforcing meter parking in June

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) will start charging to park at city garages and will be enforcing meter parking as officials move towards reopening.

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Health Department responds to report that bodies were transported to morgue by pickup truck

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Department of Health on Friday confirmed a disturbing report by the Philadelphia Inquirer that accused a hospital of transporting bodies to a University City medical examiners office in the back of a pickup truck.

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Kingston political, academic, economic forces team up to guide organizations through COVID-19

The Smith School of Business at Queen’s University, the City of Kingston and the Economic Development Corporation are combining forces to help local organizations navigate and survive the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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NJ couple, 99-year-old man among group charged for holding engagement party during pandemic

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Rent strike idea gains traction during COVID-19 crisis

FOX 29's Lauren Johnson has the latest details in University City.

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Philadelphia hotel offers free rooms to doctors and nurses from HUP, CHOP and UPenn police

Homewood Suites Hotel in University City seeking doctors, nurses and police officers to let them stay at their hotel free of charge due to COVID-19 pandemic. FOX 29's Joyce Evans reports.

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Philadelphia hotel offers free rooms to doctors and nurses at HUP, CHOP and UPenn police

Homewood Suites Hotel in University City seeking doctors, nurses and police officers to let them stay at their hotel free of charge due to COVID-19 pandemic. FOX 29's Joyce Evans reports.

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Scotland's most expensive place to buy a chippy revealed

Edinburgh is officially the most expensive place in Scotland to buy a bag of chips.

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Man killed, woman critical after being shot inside car in University City; suspect apprehended

UNIVERSITY CITY - A 26-year-old man is dead and a 22-year-old woman is hospitalized following a double shooting in University City.

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