Fatal Vehicle Crash

On Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, at approximately 5:16 a.m., Philadelphia police responded to the 300 block of East Lehigh Avenue in the 24th District for a vehicle that crashed into a building.

A dark-colored 2014 Dodge Journey was traveling eastbound on Lehigh Avenue when it crashed into the building. The vehicle caught fire following the crash.

The unidentified driver was pronounced dead at the scene by Philadelphia Fire Department medics at approximately 5:40 a.m.

The scene was held for investigators. The investigation remains ongoing.

Jefferson Health New Jersey Golf Invitational Raises $120,000 to Improve Lives

Picture-perfect weather welcomed golfers recently to Galloway National Golf Club for the 2026 Jefferson Health New Jersey Golf Invitational. The day of friendly competition raised $120,000 to support Jefferson’s mission to improve lives. Since its launch in 2004, the annual event has raised more than $2 million to strengthen programs and services for Jefferson patients, families, and communities across South Jersey. Proceeds help Jefferson advance patient care, education, and innovation.

“The success of this Invitational reflects the generosity and commitment of everyone who participated,” says Larry Slagle, Associate Vice President of Development, Jefferson Health Foundation–New Jersey. “We are grateful to our golfers, sponsors, and volunteers for continuing to support Jefferson’s mission and the communities we serve.”

Three Unlocked Cars Entered- One Car Stolen Within 2 ½ Minutes!

This video wasn’t created to embarrass the victims of this crime, it was created to bring education, public awareness, and to show the best example of how quickly these young criminals are committing these crimes. They almost always arrive into our Gloucester Township and surrounding town neighborhoods in a stolen vehicle, several suspects bail out and begin checking door handles on vehicles parked in neighborhoods, steal valuables, and attempt to steal the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal and start button in the event the key FOB was left in that vehicle. If successful, they’ll use that stolen vehicle to commit more crimes, then dump it somewhere when they’re done.

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Camden County Expungement Event

Need help clearing your record? A free Expungement Event will be held Monday, October 26, from 10 AM–3 PM at Rutgers Law School’s Camden Campus, 326 Penn Street.

Attendees can meet with an attorney at no cost to review their record and potentially file an expungement petition. Walk-ins will be accepted, but capacity is limited and attendees are encouraged to arrive early. All clients must qualify financially.

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Philadelphia Police Are Investigating Gunpoint Robbery

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Central Detective Division is currently speaking with two persons of interest in connection with the recent gunpoint robberies in the 9th and 22nd Police Districts. The investigation remains ongoing. No charges at this time. Updates will be shared as they become available.

110-Pound Black Lab Found Dead in Hot Van

WHEELING, Ill. (WLS) (September 25, 2026)— The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office has dropped an animal cruelty charge against the owner of a Wheeling pet resort where a 6-year-old dog was found dead in a hot van earlier this month. The incident happened on September 3, 2026

Miller, a 110-pound black Labrador, was found dead in a hot van after being transported to Waggles Pet Resort.

Waggles Owner Ross Niehaus was charged, but the state’s attorney’s office dropped the charge Friday.

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Draconids Meteor Shower Active

This week the Draconids meteor shower will be active. Although this shower is not a blockbuster, it can produce up to 10 meteors per hour. The best viewing is in the early evening. With a new moon on Oct. 10, the sky will be very dark, providing good viewing conditions. Generally, you have to stay up late to see a meteor shower, but this one will start just after nightfall around 9 p.m. Look to the north.

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Philadelphia Fatal Crash

On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at approximately 1:29 p.m., police responded to a multi-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on the 5100 block of Westminster Avenue.

Preliminary information indicates that a Chevrolet Traverse was traveling westbound on Westminster Avenue when it struck the rear of a Nissan Sentra that was stopped at a red traffic signal. The Chevrolet then struck a Lexus traveling eastbound on Westminster Avenue before leaving the roadway, striking a pedestrian and coming to rest against a building.

The 51-year-old male driver of the Chevrolet was transported to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 2:12 p.m.

The driver of the Nissan was evaluated at the scene and released. The driver of the Lexus was transported to Lankenau Medical Center in stable condition. The pedestrian was transported to Einstein Medical Center with a leg injury.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation with the Crash Investigation Division

2026 General Election Important Dates

General Election Day is November 3rd, 2026

Camden County is encouraging residents to get ready for the 2026 General Election and make a plan to have their voices heard. One of the easiest ways to vote is to Vote By Box. The deadline to register is October 13th, don’t wait and check it off your to-do list today! Ballots are currently being mailed out, keep an eye out and be sure to return yours right away!

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Van Drew Secures $500,000 for HERO Campaign Expansion

Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he secured $500,000 in federal funding for the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign to expand its Police Patrol Car program beyond New Jersey. The funding, provided through the U.S. Department of Justice, will help the HERO Campaign wrap police vehicles across the country with its signature designated driver message: Be a HERO. Be a Designated Driver.® The grant is expected to support approximately 125 additional police cruisers.