PHILADELPHIA SUES GLOCK OVER GUN VIOLENCE CLAIMS

The Philadelphia and Larry Krasner, the city’s district attorney, have filed a lawsuit against Glock Inc., alleging the company’s handguns can be too easily modified with illegal conversion devices known as “switches” that turn semi-automatic pistols into fully automatic weapons. City officials say the lawsuit claims Glock’s firearm design and marketing practices have contributed to the ongoing gun violence crisis…

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Eagles Keep Braden Mann With New Four-Year Deal

The Philadelphia Eagles are keeping one of their key special teams pieces in place. Punter Braden Mann has agreed to a four-year deal to remain in Philadelphia after turning in a career-best season in 2025. Mann averaged 49.9 yards per punt last season, giving the Eagles strong field-position help throughout the year. Bringing Mann back keeps continuity on special teams…

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SCHOOL BOARD TO PAY FORMER QCSD SUPERINTENDENT OVER $200K IN SEVERANCE

QUAKERTOWN, Pa. — The Quakertown Community School District will pay former Superintendent Dr. Matthew Friedman more than $200,000 as part of a negotiated severance agreement following his resignation earlier this year. Friedman was placed on paid leave in early February before officially resigning in early March. District officials have not publicly provided a reason for either the leave or his…

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Large fight involving at least 15 juveniles shuts down roads in Bath Borough

BATH BOROUGH, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a large fight involving approximately 15 to 20 juveniles temporarily shut down part of a neighborhood in Bath Borough, Northampton County on Thursday. Troopers were dispatched to the 100 block of East Main Street for reports of possible gunshots in the area. When police arrived, investigators determined that no shots…

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Flyers Defeat Wild 3–2 in Shootout

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Minnesota Wild 3–2 in a shootout, extending their road winning streak to four games. Philadelphia battled Minnesota through a tightly contested matchup that remained even after regulation and overtime. Both teams traded goals during regulation before the game moved to the shootout to decide the winner. For the Flyers, Emil Andrae and Owen…

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Transformer Fire Damages Industrial Building in Plumsteadville; Partial Collapse Reported

PLUMSTEADVILLE, Pa. — Firefighters from across Bucks County responded Thursday afternoon to a transformer fire that spread into an industrial building along Easton Road in Plumstead Township. The incident occurred around 12:04 p.m. at 6182 Easton Road, where crews arrived to find fire involving a transformer and electrical equipment outside the structure. Flames extended into the building, producing heavy smoke…

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Driver Crashes Vehicle Into Michigan Synagogue

A vehicle crashed into a synagogue in Michigan, prompting a significant police response and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities say the driver accelerated a car into the building, causing damage to the structure and alarming members of the community. The crash happened while people were nearby, but officials reported that no serious injuries were immediately confirmed.…

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