Philadelphia Police Investigating Double Homicide

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be shared as they become available.

The Homicide Unit is investigating a double homicide by shooting that occurred in the 22nd District on the 2300 block of North 18th Street at approximately 5:31 p.m. An adult female and an adult male were transported by police to Temple University Hospital, where they were both pronounced deceased at 5:54 p.m. The scene is being held, and a firearm was recovered at the location. The investigation is ongoing with the Homicide Unit. The motive is unknown at this time.

Duke Ellington Orchestra Concerts to Support Lawnside Fire Company

Support the Lawnside Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 and hear music of America’s greatest composer when The Duke Ellington Orchestra performs.

Lawnside Public School will be filled with music for two dates — the Jazz Show on Saturday, Sept. 26 and the Sacred Concert on Sunday, Sept. 27. Singers from Mt. Zion United Methodist and Bethany Baptist churches will join the Rowan University Concert Choir presenting sacred music.

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New Jersey Has a Website to Check Your Property Tax Relief Application Status

If you’ve applied for 2025 property tax relief and want to know where your application stands, New Jersey has launched an improved online status checker. This tool shows whether your application was received, where it is in the review process, whether you need to take action, and your payment status.

The status checker is available 24/7 at PropertyTaxRelief.NJ.gov. Enter your Social Security number and zip code to see your application status instantly. The tool is mobile-friendly and works for both PAS-1 applications (for residents 65+ or with a qualifying disability) and ANCHOR applications.

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Coast Guard Rescues Injured Hiker

ASTORIA, Ore. — A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew from Air Station North Bend assisted with the evacuation of an injured hiker from a lava field near North Sister in the Three Sisters Wilderness, Saturday, Sept 5.