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Out of the Darkness Walk Set to Take Place in Philly Amid National Conversation on Suicide and Mental Health

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Behind the smiles, new details are coming to light about what may have led to the death of designer Kate Spade. The fashion icon died by suicide inside her New York City apartment Tuesday. The news comes only days before a national movement happening in Philadelphia, the Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk.


NBC10 Responds: Tips on Buying Used Cars

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Many people will turn to previously-owned cars as a way to save money-- here's what you need to know before you head to the lot.

Mom Says Stranger Took Photos of Her Child Inside Starbucks

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A woman’s report of a man taking pictures of her child inside a Montgomery County Starbucks has sparked a police investigation.

The woman, who did not want to be identified, said she was inside the Starbucks in East Norriton Township Tuesday when she spotted a man taking pictures of her child. The woman spoke to a Starbucks employee about it but was told they couldn’t ask the man to leave, according to Natalie Mittica, who shared the woman’s Facebook post about the incident.

“The barista said, ‘I’m sorry, he’s been here all week doing this but we can’t ask him to leave,’” Mittica said.

East Norriton Township Police Detective Michael Hendricks told NBC10 that while the man’s actions were upsetting, they were not illegal. Hendricks said they’re still investigating however and have identified the man. They are currently working to determine his motive.

“When these incidents do occur, it’s not just to sit there and say, ‘Well, it’s not illegal, police are not going to do anything.’ That’s not true. Absolutely call us,” Hendricks said.

NBC10 reached out to Starbucks about the incident. They would not reveal whether a new policy sparked by the controversial arrest of two men at a Center City Starbucks was related to the decision to not ask the man to leave.

NBC10 also spoke to a woman inside the East Norriton Starbucks who identified herself as a district manager. The woman said we couldn’t record inside the store due to the privacy of the customers. When asked why they didn’t object to a man taking pictures of a child without the mother’s consent, she had no comment. 

East Norriton Township Police continue to investigate.

Chestnut Hill Festival Can No Longer Use Harry Potter Name

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A major change is coming for a magical event that brings thousands of people into a Philadelphia neighborhood each year. Officials announced Chestnut Hill can no longer use the Harry Potter name for its popular festival.

In May, Warner Bros., which owns the licensing to Harry Potter, sent a letter to the Chestnut Hill business district stating they could no longer use any names or images associated with Harry Potter.

“We have had to roll back some of the very Harry Potter specific elements that are copyright controlled by Warner Brothers,” Philip Dawson, the executive director of the Chestnut Hill Business District, told NBC10.

The annual festival, which brings in around 45,000 people each October, will have to use a more generic magical theme this year.

“You have loyal people that will come regardless that will still call it the Harry Potter festival,” Shannon Lebraun, the owner of the Spice Rack, said. “But that not being advertised as the Harry Potter Festival will lose potential customers.”

NBC10 reached out to Warner Bros. for comment. We have not heard back from them.

Thousands of Bees Swarm South Philly Street

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Michael Rush received an unexpected surprise when he arrived at his South Philadelphia home Wednesday. An estimated 10,000 to 20,000 honey bees were on a tree right outside his house along the 1400 block of Montrose Street. 

"I like nature so it's cool when the stuff comes into the city and you get to see it," Rush said.

Residents in the area took cover as the bees flew around cars and crawled on sidewalks. Rush's neighbor, Devin House, a certified beekeeper, believes the bees escaped from his roof deck hive.

"They're not actually wanting to bite anyone because they fill themselves with honey because they might have to travel several miles away," House said.

House climbed a ladder and tried to lure the bees into a box by using a lavender scented spray. The bees didn't take the bait however and beekeepers from Beelievers in Havertown, Pennsylvania were called to the scene.

“Oh my God, there’s a lot of them,” one beekeeper said as they worked to capture the insects.

The beekeepers called the swarm one of the largest they've ever seen. As they took the bees off the tree, some of the insects moved to Ashley Lynn's flower bed nearby, preventing her from entering her apartment. 

"Once they're gone, away from the tree, then I'll go home," Lynn said.

Lynn was eventually able to get inside and the beekeepers took many of the bees to Havertown.


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Officer Pulls Out Gun While Breaking Up Fight

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Norristown Police are investigating a video of two officers breaking up a fight between two teen girls and briefly pulling out a gun on a teen boy.

The incident occurred on Lafayette Street in Norristown Monday. A 24 second clip of the fight was posted on Facebook. The video shows two officers trying to pull two teen girls off of each other and telling them repeatedly to stop.

“Let go of her or I’m going to punch you right in the face,” one of the officers tells one of the girls.

After the officers pull the girls apart and begin to handcuff them, a teen boy walks toward one of the officers. The officer then briefly takes out his gun.

“Back the f*** up,” the officer tells the teen.

Norristown Police are now investigating the incident.

“Part of what I need to do is remember that they are out there, dealing with a chaotic situation,” Norristown Police Chief Mark Talbot said. “They don’t know who is armed, who is not armed.”

Chief Talbot also requested an outside agency review the video and incident "in the interest of transparency."

One of the girls involved in the fight as well as her boyfriend who walked over to the officer, spoke to NBC10.

“He said if you don’t let her go I will punch you in your face,” the girl, who did not want to be identified, said. “That’s what he told me.”

The girl’s boyfriend told NBC10 he understands the officer had to protect himself when he walked toward him but believes there are other things he could’ve used besides a gun.

“He has a baton, a taser, plenty of things he could have used,” the teen said.

Chief Talbot told NBC10 the short clip posted on Facebook doesn’t show what happened before officers arrived at the scene. NBC10 obtained more video showing a large fight between teens throwing metal scooters at each other.

Another video shows a woman swinging a shovel around.

Chief Talbot said his officers walked into a violent situation.

“We really strive to treat everybody better than they expect,” Chief Talbot said. “And here’s an opportunity for us to take steps that I don’t think most police departments would normally take.”

The two officers involved in the incident are still on the job, according to Chief Talbot. The chief did not reveal whether or not they’re still patrolling the streets as the investigation continues. Chief Talbot also said he requested that the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office investigate. 

Police also have not revealed whether the two girls were formally charged.

NJ Trooper Stops Retired Cop Who Delivered Him 27 Years Ago

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A New Jersey trooper met the retired police officer who delivered him 27 years ago — when he pulled him over last week.

"We’re not sure what the odds are of this happening — maybe they’re close to the odds of a hole-in-one, winning the lottery, or being struck by lightning — but it happened," New Jersey State Police said on its Facebook page Wednesday, describing the happy meeting.  

Trooper Michael Patterson stopped Michael Bailly for a minor motor vehicle violation on June 1 in the Kingwood Township area, and as the two men spoke, Bailly mentioned that he used to be an officer in Piscataway. Patterson told Bailly that he was from the same town, and Bailly asked where he grew up.

Patterson told him that he grew up on Poe Place.

Bailly recalled Poe Place well; back in October 1991, when he was a rookie cop, he helped deliver a baby there. The mother had been out shopping when she went into labor and barely made it home before the baby arrived. The baby's father rushed outside and carried her into the house, then called their doctor, who talked Bailly through the birth. 

Bailly remembered the color and style of house, and that the baby’s name had been Michael.

Patterson extended his hand to Bailly.

"My name is Michael Patterson, sir. Thank you for delivering me," the trooper said. 

Needless to say, the trooper, the retired officer and both their families were ecstatic about the reunion, according to New Jersey State Police, and Patterson and his mother visited Bailly and his wife at their home. 

"They all felt this story was so uplifting, it needed to be shared, and we agree! After all, as a police officer, you don’t always get a chance to have a moment like this with people you once helped in your career!" the state police Facebook post said. 

Bailly never got that ticket for the minor violation, state police said. 



Photo Credit: New Jersey State Police

Jackknifed Big Rig Causes Traffic Troubles on Route 42

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A tractor-trailer jackknifed on Route 42 in Washington Township, New Jersey Thursday morning.


Shore Tour: Ocean City Goes to the Dogs

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There is a skateboarding competition on Friday in Ocean City where the host and mascot is a dog. The Humane Society of Ocean City is also hosting Barks on the Bay in their parking lot on Saturday.

Vehicles Burst Into Flames, Block Busy New Jersey Road

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A fiery wreck caused traffic woes on a busy South Jersey roadway that serves as a gateway toward Philadelphia for hours during the Thursday morning commute.

Three vehicles burst into flames along Route 42 northbound just before Exit 12 in Blackwood, Camden County, around 6:30 a.m.

There were some minor injuries, New Jersey state police said.

Crews closed the road as they extinguished the flames. Traffic quickly backed up approaching the scene and remained backed up to the Atlantic City Expressway for about two hours.

Traffic also slowed on the southbound lanes.

Drivers used Route 55 as an alternate, NBC10 First Alert Traffic reporter Jessica Boyington said.



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New Jersey Police SUV Crashes, Pole Snaps

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A Washington Township police officer is expected OK after a crash that left a utility pole down at the Five Points intersection.

Opioid Overdose Antidote Naloxone Recalled by Maker

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Some of the opioid overdose antidote Naloxone has been recalled by its maker, Hospira, over the potential presence of particulate matter, the Food and Drug Administration said Monday.

Two lots of Naloxone are being recalled because there may be "embedded and loose particulate matter on the syringe plunger," the FDA said in a notice. If injected with the medicine, a patient has a "low likelihood of experiencing adverse events ranging from local irritation, allergic reactions, phlebitis, end-organ granuloma, tissue ischemia, pulmonary emboli, pulmonary dysfunction, pulmonary infarction, and toxicity."

The recall affects single-use cartridge units of Naloxone Hydrochloride Carpuject Injection with lot numbers 72680LL and 76510LL. They were distributed to wholesalers, distributors and hospitals in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam from February 2017 to February 2018.

Hospira has not received reports of adverse effects from the affected Naloxone.

Pfizer, the parent company of Hospira, confirmed in a statement to NBC that there is no shortage, as Naloxone is also currently available in vials. Pfizer added that the recall does not affect any Naloxone products sold under the brand name Narcan, which includes a nasal spray that is available with a prescription and that many law enforcement agencies and hospitals use. Narcan is also available over the counter in most states

Hospira has notified wholesalers, distributors and hospitals of the contaminated lots, and it is encouraging others to discard affected lots, the FDA said. 

The recall affects an older version of the drug that may still be in atomizer kits that were distributed into communities. Those with older kits should contact the business or institution that distributed them and get replacements.

"This is not a product for use by consumers. Training is required to use it appropriately," Pfizer explained. "Therefore, it is for use by medical professionals or first responders such as police officers who have been trained in its use."



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Philly's FedNuts Marks Prince's Birthday With 'Purple Rain'

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“Let’s Go Crazy” for this limited-edition tasty treat.

Philly’s Federal Donuts is celebrating what would have been Prince’s 60th birthday with a tasty, sparkly, and, of course, purple doughnut.

“Dig, if you will, the picture PURPLE RAIN available in all stores TOMORROW (6/7) one day only to honor The Artist’s 60th birthday #NothingCompares2U – at Federal Donuts,” the doughnut shop said on social media Wednesday.

FedNuts first debuted the purple classic cake doughnut coated in vanilla lavender glaze and sprinkled with purple sugar after Prince died in April 2016, spokeswoman Dani Mulholland said. They brought it back to mark what would have been “The Purple One’s” 60th birthday Thursday.

FedNuts is offering the “Purple Rain” doughnut at all five of its locations, including at the Whole Foods on Callowhill, Mulholland said. The fancy doughnut costs $2.75 for one, $13 for a half dozen or $24 for a dozen.

Hop in your “Little Red Corvette” and don’t wait for dessert as the doughnuts are being sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can't get enough Prince? The South Street Cinema is screening "Purple Rain" Friday night (suggested $5 donation) and encouraging fans to dress up in costume and singalong to all the hits (does that include Morris Day & the Time? "Oh-we-oh-we-oh").



Photo Credit: Getty Images / Federal Doughnuts
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Delco Fire Displaces Families

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About half a dozen fire companies joined Chester City firefighters to battle a quadplex blaze on Remington Street Thursday that left six children and six adults out of their homes.

Stabbing at Center City Wawa

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A man was stabbed at a Center City Wawa Thursday morning.

The stabbing took place inside the popular convenience store location at Broad and Walnut streets around 6 a.m., firefighters and police said.

The 27-year-old man suffered serious injuries but was awake and conscious as medics transported him to Jefferson University Hospital, investigators said.

No word yet on possible suspects or a motive.

It was business as normal at the Wawa location by 7:30 a.m. as customers picked up their morning coffees.

"While this was not a Wawa issue, we are of course working with police to assist in any way we can with their investigation," Wawa spokeswoman Lori Bruce said.

This stabbing came just one day after a women and her friend got into a verbal fight with another woman inside the same Wawa around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Philadelphia police said. After stepping outside, the suspect, believed to be in her young 20s, stabbed the woman three times in the back.

The suspect ran off on 13th Street while the victim was taken to Jefferson in stable condition, police said.



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Seasonal Workers Flood the Jersey Shore

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Summer at the shore is more than fun at the beach, it's time for summer workers to flood shore towns like Ocean City, New Jersey, and find their seasonal positions.

Philly Hip-Hop Legend Wants to Open 'Beanie's Bagels'

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From beats to the bakery, Philadelphia hip-hop legend Beanie Sigel is teaming up with a local restaurateur to create a bagel shop.

Sigel, with the help of Angelo’s Pizzeria owner Danny DiGiampietro, is in the early stages of launching "Beanie’s Bagels." He made the announcement via Instagram earlier this week.

"Both of us being South Philly guys, it’s a match made in heaven," Sigel said.

The rap icon insists that this will be no ordinary bagel shop. Roast beef and pulled chicken sandwiches are just two of the unique, South Philly-style food options they will offer to separate Beanie’s Bagels from other breakfast-only bakeries.

DiGiampietro is currently in the process of moving his pizzeria from Haddonfield, New Jersey, to the South Philly location formerly occupied by the beloved Sarcone's Deli.

The "master bread maker," according to Sigel, will serve as the magic behind the taste of Beanie’s Bagels while continuing to run his pizza and sandwich shop on S 9th Street.

“We’ve been going back and forth talking about recipes,” Sigel told NBC10.

The duo is still researching possible locations around the city to get the bagel business up and running. They are aiming to open the first shop by the end of the year, and hope to expand to multiple locations in the future.

In the early 2000's, Sigel, whose real name is Dwight Grant, exploded from a Philly hip-hop artist onto the national stage under Jay-Z's Roc-A-Fella Records. After spending over a half decade as one of the top rappers, his troubles with violence and law enforcement brought an abrupt stop to his music career.

He was shot in Pleasantville, New Jersey, in 2016 after being released from federal prison after serving time for tax evasion. 

This transition to the restaurant business gives the rapper another opportunity to make his mark on the city of Philadelphia.



Photo Credit: Danny DiGiampietro

Cameras Keeping Schools Safe

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As school shootings have become more and more common in the news, one school is using technology to keep their students safe. The NBC10 Investigators explain.

Couple Terrorized During Home Invasion

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A South Philadelphia neighborhood is on edge after a couple was terrorized during a home invasion. Now, police are asking anyone with information to contact the police.

Hoping for Extra Lanes on I-76? You'll Have to Wait 4 Years

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Commuters hoping for extra lanes on Interstate 76 will have to wait another four years before that dream becomes a reality.

On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) unveiled the next phase of a multi-pronged effort to alleviate traffic along the often-congested Schuylkill Expressway. Drivers in Montgomery County will start seeing changes between King of Prussia and the Blue Route starting later this month month, state officials announced.

The first phase, which begins later in June, will include installing electronic warning signs alerting drivers to changing speed limits and slowdowns along I-76. Speed limits will change depending on real-time traffic and weather conditions, officials said.

PennDOT hopes the Queue Warning signs will help reduce sudden stopping and prevent rear-end accidents. This first phase will be completed in 2019,officials said.

“We are very focused on investing in and using our technology to make travel safer and smoother,” PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards said. “This initiative is a fantastic example of how we’re wisely using funds to maximize our existing network and improve mobility in the surrounding communities.”

But perhaps the most intriguing plan for easing traffic is still four years away, officials said.

Construction for the fabled flexible lane project, which would transform the shoulders into extra lanes during peak traffic, won’t begin until 2022. Before that can happen, PennDOT will implement a series of initiatives, including adding meters to ramps, using electronic signs to regulate or close lanes at high-volume interchanges and creating overhead signs to open and close lanes in the event of an accident or disabled car, officials said.

PennDOT will also partner with SEPTA to provide real-time transit information along I-76, including parking information and train departure times.

The entire project is projected to cost around $8.2 million, according to PennDOT. About 80 percent of that price tag will be footed by the federal government with the remaining funds coming from the state.

In addition to changes along the highway, PennDOT will coordinate with Montco and Philly agencies to upgrade the Schuylkill River Trail and other trails near I-76 to create alternative modes of transportation such as biking, carpooling and riding SEPTA.



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