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In West Philadelphia, a beloved DJ, June Rodriguez, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run on Lancaster Avenue, a notoriously dangerous road. The area is plagued by speeding drivers and reckless behavior, with the intersection at fifty-second and Lancaster being one of the worst in the city. Despite community outrage and safety reviews, hit-and-runs remain a persistent issue, with over five hundred ninety-eight incidents reported this year alone. Checkout Solipillow.com

A Powerball ticket from Pittston Candy and Cigar Company in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, won a million dollars in the Christmas Eve drawing, while a ticket from Arkansas claimed the second-largest jackpot in U.S. history, totaling $1.817 billion. Two other winners took home $100,000 each, and nearly 335,000 Pennsylvania tickets and ten New Jersey tickets won smaller prizes. The jackpot reset to $20 million for Saturdays drawing. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Philadelphia Eagles new defensive back, Michael Carter, is excited for his first division title since joining the team from the Jets. Facing the Bills in Buffalo, he acknowledges the challenge of stopping the run and keeping MVP candidate Josh Allen in the pocket. Despite the harsh weather conditions, Carter looks forward to the intense atmosphere and the opportunity to snap Buffalos winning streak. Checkout Solipillow.com

Post-Christmas return rush hits Philadelphia area, with long lines and mixed results. Shoppers advised to keep receipts and original packaging for easier exchanges. Wrong-size clothing tops the list of returned items, as predicted by the National Retail Federation. Checkout Solipillow.com

Philadelphia International Airport braces for storm-induced travel chaos as over 94,000 passengers navigate long lines and potential delays on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Travelers like Grace Nabacwa and Tim and Julia Hulings share their experiences, expressing relief for early flights and hope for smooth sailing amidst the winter weather. Checkout Solipillow.com

Cuban immigrant Alain Rodriguez Colina, a dedicated employee at Grade A Auto Parts and Recycling, tragically lost his life due to severe burns sustained in the UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky. His death raises the toll to fifteen, with the planes engine cracking during takeoff. Colina, who had embraced life in Louisville and become a UK fan, suffered 50% burns and never regained consciousness despite family visits and signs of improvement. Lawsuits against UPS and General Electric are mounting, and the FAA has grounded all MD-eleven cargo planes involved in similar incidents. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Philadelphia Eagles, fresh off securing the NFC East title, face the Buffalo Bills without key starters Nakobe Dean and Lane Johnson. Dean, dealing with a hamstring injury, will be replaced by rookie Jihaad Campbell against Buffalos top-ranked rushing attack. Johnson, sidelined with a Lisfranc foot sprain, is unlikely to return until Wild Card Weekend. The Eagles welcome back defensive tackle Jalen Carter and receivers A.J. Brown and Landon Dickerson, while the Bills Josh Allen plans to play despite a foot injury. Buffalos tight ends Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox are questionable with knee issues. This matchup could impact playoff seeding, with Eagles fans hoping their depth can hold against the formidable Bills. Checkout Solipillow.com

Get ready for a thrilling 2026 in Philadelphia as America Two Fiftys Fifty-Two Weeks of Firsts unveils giant number one sculptures honoring the citys unique innovations. From the first ice cream soda to the first zoo and volunteer fire company, these sculptures highlight lesser-known gems like the first pencil with an attached eraser and the Slinky. With family-friendly First-ivals, QR codes for history dives, and a kick-off at the Athenaeum, Philly pride is set to soar. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Trump administrations new visa screening process involves checking applicants online speech for potentially dangerous or anti-American content, a move that could restrict legal immigration and target individuals from certain countries. This expansion includes foreign students, exchange visitors, and H-1B work visa holders, who must now share five years of social media history and make posts public. The initiative, initially aimed at combating antisemitism on college campuses, has broadened to potentially review over fifty-five million visa holders for speech that could lead to deportations. Critics argue this infringes on free speech and turns social media into a surveillance tool, with some individuals deleting accounts and going quiet online. Recent cases involve visa revocations for foreigners celebrating a fatal shooting and a British commentator critical of Israels war in Gaza. Despite a federal judges ruling that this chills First Amendment rights, the practice continues, raising concerns about a potential double standard and potential impact on fans at next summers World Cup. Checkout Solipillow.com