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Garbage Truck Crashes, Flips in Juniata Park, Injures 3

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A garbage truck crashed into a light pole and flipped in Philadelphia's Juniata Park section Wednesday morning, leaving several people injured.

The crash happened shortly before 10 a.m. at L Street and Hunting Park Avenue. Initial reports indicated that people became trapped in the crash, and Philadelphia fire officials said that medics took two victims to Temple University Hospital from the scene of the crash and a third to Hahnemann University Hospital.

SkyForce10 video showed the truck on its side on the sidewalk as crews worked to clear the scene. Hunting Park Avenue remained shut down between K Street and Dungan Street after 10 a.m. 

The victims' conditions were not immediately known.



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NBC10 Responds: 100+ Calls to Fix Broken Washing Machine

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A Montgomery County man was surprised to learn he'd made more than 100 calls trying to get his broken washing machine fixed. He was at his wit's end -- so his next call was to NBC10 Responds and Harry Hairston.

Sanders to Fund his DNC Delegates' Trips

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More than 600 delegates pledged to Bernie Sanders have taken to online crowdfunding to help pay for their expensive trips to the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

They have raised some $570,000 through this week on sites like GoFundMe. That is out of a collective $1.6 million they are asking for, according to a tally by Fund Bernie Delegates, an umbrella site started by a Tennessee woman to promote delegates' efforts.

For weeks, many supporters quietly wondered if the Sanders campaign would help his delegates, who are coming from all 50 states to the convention. It runs July 25-28, and delegates have been asked to book at least four nights in hotels across the Philadelphia region.

Finally, it appears, the cavalry has arrived. Sanders' campaign manager Jeff Weaver wrote Tuesday in an email to supporters that new contributions to the presidential candidate will go toward helping delegates get to Philadelphia.

"Our delegates are not wealthy campaign contributors. They're not party insiders or establishment elites. They're working folks, and it's not easy for many of them to fly to Philly and stay in hotels for a week," Weaver wrote. "We really need to have all of our delegates at the Democratic convention because we expect there could be critical votes for the party platform and electoral process."

In May, NBC10.com first reported on the GoFundMe efforts of numerous Sanders delegates, most who are in their 20s and don't have the financial means to spend $4,000 to $6,000 to come from far-flung states like Minnesota or Colorado.

"I’ve got a few fundraisers in my hometown," said 27-year-old diesel mechanic Dylan Parker, who will represent Illinois’ 17th Congressional District as a Sanders delegate. "Otherwise, it’s going to come out of me and my family’s pockets."

Parker is nearing his $5,000 GoFundMe goal, with $3,675 as of June 29. But many others remain below $1,000. During the primary, Sanders received 1,831 pledged delegates. Hillary Clinton received 2,220 and has been deemed the presumptive nominee for the Democratic party.

Many have been forced to use credit cards to expense their flights and hotel stays while waiting for donations, according to Katie Tillman, a mother of two from Tennessee who started the website Fund Bernie Delegates a month ago with the help of a Kansas man named Michael Doyle.

"A problem is not all states can wait until the convention date to pay for their hotels. We have those states on there. [Monday] was South Carolina's deadline for paying," Tillman said of some state delegations' deadlines to pay for the trip. "We don’t want them in debt."

Message sent to the Sanders campaign were not immediately returned.

In the email, Weaver wrote that donations should be made before the campaign files its monthly finance report with the Federal Election Commission. 

Delegates may received donations from candidates, but not from corporations, labor organizations, foreign nationals and federal government contractors, according to FEC regulations.

Delegates may also raise their own funds, as many have said they planned to do through hometown fundraisers and parties. State political parties are allowed to give to delegates. But with more than 4,000 delegates in Democratic primaries this year, some state organizations said supporting so many people wasn't possible.



Photo Credit: Photos supplied by DNC delegates

Philly L&I Looks to Hire Two Dozen

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Karen Guss, Director of Communications for L&I, and Philadelphia City Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez talk about what the job entails, and who the ideal candidate would be.

Brotherly Love A Capella Group Gives Wawa Welcome America! Preview

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Brotherly Love, an a capella group from Philadelphia, will be performing on July 4th as part of the Wawa Welcome America! Festival. Wednesday, they talked with -- and sang to -- NBC10's Vai Sikahema.

First Alert Weather: Hot 4th of July

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Temperatures will be rising for the rest of this week, and we can expect a warm, sunny 4th of July. Showers return on Friday, but clear out in time for the weekend.

Wednesday's Child: Meet Samej

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Samej has the ability to bring the kid out in everyone, loves sports, and is in need of a forever family.

University of Connecticut to Vote on Revoking Cosby's Degree

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Bill Cosby may be losing another one of his honorary degrees in light of allegations of sexual assault. On Wednesday, the University of Connecticut's Board of Trustees will vote on whether or not to revoke the degree.

Police Use Saws to Remove Demonstrators at Immigration Protest

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An immigration protest in Center City on Tuesday ended in police using saws to remove chains and pipes linking the demonstrators. A group of 40 demonstrators blocked cars from the 676 exit ramp.

'Angel Eye' Cams Let Parents Watch Over Babies in NICU

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Parents will now be able to keep a constant eye on their newborns while they're undergoing treatment, thanks to "Angel Eye" cameras being installed in the NICU at some local hospitals. NBC10's Matt DeLucia has more information on the new program.

Istanbul Airport Open Less Than 24 Hours After Attack

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The Istanbul airport is back open, less than 24 hours after three suicide bombers killed at least three dozen people, injuring many more.

Mega Millions Frenzy Sweeps Area

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Who will be the lucky winner? The drawing for the $390 million Mega Millions jackpot came in Tuesday night. NBC10's Denise Nakano speaks to local residents who are caught up in the Mega Millions frenzy.

Video Shows PA Man Shot by Secret Service Near White House

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Newly released video shows a 31-year-old man from Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania who allegedly brought a gun onto the grounds of the White House being shot by Secret Service agents. A judge recently denied the man's request to be held on home detention until trial, saying he's a danger to the community.

Vehicle Overturns on I-95 South in Philly

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Traffic was backed up on I-95 in Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle overturned.

Officials say the vehicle overturned in the right lane of I-95 southbound between the Vine Street Expressway and Columbus Boulevard.

Firefighters and medics responded to the scene to assist at least one person inside the vehicle. Officials have not yet revealed whether the person was seriously injured.

Locals React to Istanbul Airport Bombings

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Security at Philadelphia International Airport remains tight following the attack in Turkey. NBC10’s Deanna Durante shows us shockwaves from the attack can be felt in our area.

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Local Lab Works On Zika Vaccine

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While officials are telling people how to stay safe against mosquitoes carrying Zika, doctors are working to find a vaccine. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk is in University City with a peek inside that lab that’s been working on a Zika vaccine.

NBC10 @Issue: Gun Control Debate

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On the latest episode of NBC10@Issue, we discuss the fierce debate over gun control in the wake of the Orlando night club massacre and a historic protest in the U.S. House.

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Wednesday's Child: Meet Semaj

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Semaj is a young boy with a competitive spirit and the ability to tell creative stories. NBC10's Vai Sikahema has more on his search for a forever home.

Cancer Moonshot Summit, Local Penn Docs Push For Cure

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Vice President Joe Biden hosted a daylong cancer summit in Washington, D.C. NBC10’s Rosemary Connors has more on how local doctors at the University of Pennsylvania are pushing for a cure.

Mayflies Invade Susquehanna Valley

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Millions of mayflies have descended on Susquehanna Valley.
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