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Is Weed The New Wine? See Who's Out In The Open Singing Pot’s Praises

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Millions of Americans smoke it. Now, parents, including suburban moms, are even on board with pot. So should weed be welcome in every household? More>>

Diddy Visits Pa. Liquor Board To Promote Product

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Rapper-producer Sean "Diddy" Combs has paid a marketing visit to Pennsylvania's capital city. Combs visited with Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board officials on Wednesday to promote a More>>

Man shot by FBI had ties to Boston bombing suspect

A Chechen immigrant shot to death in Florida after an altercation with an FBI agent implicated himself in a triple slaying that officials believe may have been connected to Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev,... More>>

For Philadelphia bicyclist, a cat is his co-pilot

For bicyclist Rudi Saldia, you could say a cat is his co-pilot. More>>

1 Person Found Dead After Allentown Apartment Fire

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Firefighters are at the scene of an apartment building fire in Allentown where authorities say one person has been found dead, but his death is believed to be unrelated to the blaze. More>>

N.J. Restaurants Accused Of Liquor Bait And Switch

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You ordered Grey Goose but got Popov? An undercover sting busts dozens of bars accused of serving you bottom shelf booze at top shelf prices, and one major chain was caught up in the bar boondoggle. More>>

Philly Police Involved In 2 Different Deadly Shootings

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Philadelphia police say they were forced to shoot and kill suspects in two different incidents Wednesday night. More>>

4 Americans killed since 2009 in US drone strikes

The Obama administration acknowledged for the first time Wednesday that four American citizens have been killed in drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen since 2009. The disclosure to Congress comes on the eve of a major... More>>

City Narcotics Cop Busted with $15,000 In Sting Operation

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Veteran narcotics officer Jeff Walker was part of some of Philadelphia's most celebrated drug raids including a huge marijuana bust that netted $1.5 million dollars in pot. Now Walker finds himself on More>>

'Praying' Parents Charged With 3rd-Degree Murder Of Infant Son

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The Philadelphia parents who admitted to praying for their sick baby instead of getting him medical attention are charged with third-degree murder. Herbert and Catherine Schaible's seven-month-old son, More>>

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Caught On Video: Man Fires AK-47 Into Car, Gentlemen's Club

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Police say they're looking for the public's help to find a man seen on surveillance video firing an AK-47 into a car and a gentleman's club earlier this month in Southwest Philadelphia. More>>

Local Quilters Work Overtime To Send Quilts To Oklahoma Children

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The volunteer effort in Oklahoma is underway. Groups from across the country have hit the road, delivering hot meals to anyone in need. One local organization is doing what they can to help the victims More>>

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Diddy Visits Pa. Liquor Board To Promote Product
Diddy Visits Pa. Liquor Board To Promote Product
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:36:20 GMT
Rapper-producer Sean "Diddy" Combs has paid a marketing visit to Pennsylvania's capital city. Combs visited with Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board officials on Wednesday to promote a
Rapper-producer Sean "Diddy" Combs has paid a marketing visit to Pennsylvania's capital city. Combs visited with Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board officials on Wednesday to promote a
Today's Your Chance: Ask The Anchors At FOX29!
Today's Your Chance: Ask The Anchors At FOX29!
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:37 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:37:39 GMT
Today is your chance to ask the questions on "Good Day!" We are calling it "Ask the Anchors." Whatever you want to know, fire away.
Today is your chance to ask the questions on "Good Day!" We are calling it "Ask the Anchors." Whatever you want to know, fire away.
1 Person Found Dead After Allentown Apartment Fire
1 Person Found Dead After Allentown Apartment Fire
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:19 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:19:45 GMT
Firefighters are at the scene of an apartment building fire in Allentown where authorities say one person has been found dead, but his death is believed to be unrelated to the blaze.
Firefighters are at the scene of an apartment building fire in Allentown where authorities say one person has been found dead, but his death is believed to be unrelated to the blaze.
N.J. Restaurants Accused Of Liquor Bait And Switch
N.J. Restaurants Accused Of Liquor Bait And Switch
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:06 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:06:41 GMT
You ordered Grey Goose but got Popov? An undercover sting busts dozens of bars accused of serving you bottom shelf booze at top shelf prices, and one major chain was caught up in the bar boondoggle.
You ordered Grey Goose but got Popov? An undercover sting busts dozens of bars accused of serving you bottom shelf booze at top shelf prices, and one major chain was caught up in the bar boondoggle.
Philly Police Involved In 2 Different Deadly Shootings
Philly Police Involved In 2 Different Deadly Shootings
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:02:56 GMT
Philadelphia police say they were forced to shoot and kill suspects in two different incidents Wednesday night.
Philadelphia police say they were forced to shoot and kill suspects in two different incidents Wednesday night.

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Lee pitches 3-hitter, Phillies blank Marlins 3-0
Lee pitches 3-hitter, Phillies blank Marlins 3-0
Cliff Lee pitched a three-hitter for his 12th career shutout and Delmon Young homered for the second straight game, sending the Philadelphia Phillies past the Miami Marlins 3-0 on Wednesday night.
Cliff Lee pitched a three-hitter for his 12th career shutout and Delmon Young homered for the second straight game, sending the Philadelphia Phillies past the Miami Marlins 3-0 on Wednesday night.
Utley to have sore ribcage examined
Utley to have sore ribcage examined
Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley is scheduled for an MRI Thursday on his sore ribcage.
Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley is scheduled for an MRI Thursday on his sore ribcage.
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Tiger Woods says the "fried chicken" comment from Sergio Garcia was hurtful and inappropriate. Two weeks after they verbally sparred at The Players Championship, Woods say it's time to move on.
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal...
Flyers Forward Jakub Voracek Involved In Serious Car Crash
Flyers Forward Jakub Voracek Involved In Serious Car Crash
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:05 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:05:45 GMT
Flyers forward Jakub Voracek was involved in a serious car crash Wednesday morning in the Czech Republic.Voracek, 23, did not suffer any injuries, according to a brief statement issued by the Flyers general
Flyers forward Jakub Voracek was involved in a serious car crash Wednesday morning in the Czech Republic.Voracek, 23, did not suffer any injuries, according to a brief statement issued by the Flyers general
Garcia, Woods take their shots at each other
Garcia, Woods take their shots at each other
Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia don't like each other, and neither is trying to disguise his feelings.
Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia don't like each other, and they're making no effort to disguise their feelings.
Young and Howard lift Phillies over Marlins
Young and Howard lift Phillies over Marlins
Delmon Young homered and Ryan Howard added three hits and three RBIs to help carry the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.
Delmon Young homered and Ryan Howard added three hits and three RBIs to help carry the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.
Thunder star Kevin Durant makes $1M tornado pledge
Thunder star Kevin Durant makes $1M tornado pledge
Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home.
Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home.
Howard back in Phillies' lineup against Marlins
Howard back in Phillies' lineup against Marlins
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard was in the lineup for Tuesday night's game at Miami after missing two games with a sore left knee.
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard was in the lineup for Tuesday night's game at Miami after missing two games with a sore left knee.
PSU costs for Sandusky scandal top $44M
PSU costs for Sandusky scandal top $44M
The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs for legal fees, consultants and other services connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.
The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs for legal fees, consultants and other services connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.
Sanabia outpitches Hamels; Marlins beat Phils 5-1
Sanabia outpitches Hamels; Marlins beat Phils 5-1
Alex Sanabia outpitched Cole Hamels in a matchup of struggling starters, leading the Miami Marlins past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 on Monday night.
Alex Sanabia outpitched Cole Hamels in a matchup of struggling starters, leading the Miami Marlins past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 on Monday night.

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Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.
President Barack Obama is set to at least partially lift the veil of secrecy surrounding U.S.-directed drone strikes around the world, a key component of counterterrorism strategy, as he outlines the contours of the...
5 dead in Lebanon clash of Assad foes, backers
5 dead in Lebanon clash of Assad foes, backers
A spokesman says Syria's main opposition bloc welcomes renewed calls by its foreign supporters that Syrian President Bashar Assad give up power at the start of any political transition aimed at ending the...
Opponents and supporters of Syrian President Bashar Assad traded heavy machine gun fire and mortar shells in the Lebanese port city of Tripoli, leaving five people dead in what was described as some of the heaviest fighting...
Japanese man, 80, oldest to top Everest _ for now
Japanese man, 80, oldest to top Everest _ for now
An 80-year-old Japanese mountaineer became the oldest person to reach the top of Mount Everest on Thursday - although his record may last only a few days. An 81-year-old Nepalese man, who held the previous record,...
An 80-year-old Japanese man who began the year with his fourth heart operation became the oldest conqueror of Mount Everest on Thursday, a feat he called "the world's best feeling" even with an 81-year-old Nepalese...
Britain: Soldier slaying suspects had been probed
Britain: Soldier slaying suspects had been probed
The British government's emergency committee is going to meet after two attackers butchered a man in a brutal daylight attack in London amid fears that terrorism has returned to the capital.
Two men accused of butchering a British soldier had featured in previous investigations by security services, a British official said Thursday, as investigators searched several locations and tried to determine whether the...
Vote on gay Scouts comes at emotional moment
Vote on gay Scouts comes at emotional moment
The Boy Scouts of America's national leadership will vote Thursday whether to allow openly gay Scouts in its ranks, a critical and emotionally charged moment for one of the nation's oldest youth organizations...
The Boy Scouts of America's national leadership will vote Thursday on whether to allow openly gay Scouts in its ranks, a critical and emotionally charged moment for one of the nation's oldest youth organizations and...

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SLIDESHOW: Oklahoma Tornado
SLIDESHOW: Oklahoma Tornado
Scenes of the destruction in Moore, Oklahoma, after a deadly tornado struck the town.
Scenes of the destruction in Moore, Oklahoma, after a deadly tornado struck the town.
SLIDESHOW: Philly School Students Walk Out In Protest
SLIDESHOW: Philly School Students Walk Out In Protest
Philadelphia students stage a walkout to protest school district budget cuts.
Philadelphia students stage a walkout to protest school district budget cuts.
SLIDESHOW: Tornado Destruction In Granbury, Texas
SLIDESHOW: Tornado Destruction In Granbury, Texas
Forecasters say a devastating tornado that struck in North Texas is believed to have had winds up to 200 mph.
Forecasters say a devastating tornado that struck in North Texas is believed to have had winds up to 200 mph.
SLIDESHOW: Gosnell Sentencing Courtroom Sketches
SLIDESHOW: Gosnell Sentencing Courtroom Sketches
Sketches from inside the courtroom as Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell was sentenced to a third life term.
Sketches from inside the courtroom as Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell was sentenced to a third life term.
SLIDESHOW: Seaside Heights Roller Coaster Demolition Begins
SLIDESHOW: Seaside Heights Roller Coaster Demolition Begins
The iconic roller coaster that became a defining image in the wake of Sandy's aftermath is finally starting to come down.
The iconic roller coaster that became a defining image in the wake of Sandy's aftermath is finally starting to come down.
SLIDESHOW: Prince Harry's Visit To The Jersey Shore
SLIDESHOW: Prince Harry's Visit To The Jersey Shore
Prince Harry and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie tour storm-damaged areas in Seaside Heights and Mantoloking, working in some time for boardwalk games along the way.
Prince Harry and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie tour storm-damaged areas in Seaside Heights and Mantoloking, working in some time for boardwalk games along the way.
SLIDESHOW: FOX Futurecast
SLIDESHOW: FOX Futurecast
Go hour-by-hour to see what our blend of computer models say the weather will be bringing to the area.
Go hour-by-hour to see what our blend of computer models say the weather will be bringing to the area.
SLIDESHOW: Current Weather Conditions
SLIDESHOW: Current Weather Conditions
Get your forecast anytime with this gallery of weather graphics from the FOX 29 Weather Authority.
Get your forecast anytime with this gallery of weather graphics from the FOX 29 Weather Authority.
Slideshow: #LookAtMeFOX29
Slideshow: #LookAtMeFOX29
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Here are some of the #LookAtMeFOX29 photos you were kind enough to share with "Good Day" this week.
SLIDESHOW: Crew Begins To Remove Home Damaged By Sandy From Ocean
SLIDESHOW: Crew Begins To Remove Home Damaged By Sandy From Ocean
A crew removed a home in Mantoloken, New Jersey Thursday that was pushed into the ocean by Superstorm Sandy.
A crew removed a home in Mantoloken, New Jersey Thursday that was pushed into the ocean by Superstorm Sandy.

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Janet Jackson officially joins the billionaires club
Janet Jackson officially joins the billionaires club
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.
Gwyneth Paltrow says modeling is the 'perfect job' for moms
Gwyneth Paltrow says modeling is the 'perfect job' for moms
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.
Brad Pitt on Jennifer Aniston marriage: I was wasting opportunity
Brad Pitt on Jennifer Aniston marriage: I was wasting opportunity
Brad Pitt says he was burnt out from drug use during his marriage to Jennifer Aniston.
Brad Pitt says he was burnt out from drug use during his marriage to Jennifer Aniston.
7 foods that boost your brainpower
7 foods that boost your brainpower
Making big decisions for your company? Add these foods to your regular diet to keep your mind sharp.
Making big decisions for your company? Add these foods to your regular diet to keep your mind sharp.
Are Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne living together again?
Are Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne living together again?
After a recent rough patch, one of TV's favorite families — the Osbournes — may be reuniting under the same roof.
After a recent rough patch, one of TV's favorite families — the Osbournes — may be reuniting under the same roof.
Steven Spielberg producing Halo live-action series for XBox
Steven Spielberg producing Halo live-action series for XBox
Steven Spielberg is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the hugely popular Halo video game series, Xbox announced in a presentation for the new Xbox One.
Steven Spielberg is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the hugely popular Halo video game series, Xbox announced in a presentation for the new Xbox One.
Ways to block out your neighbors
Ways to block out your neighbors
I'm all for being a considerate summertime neighbor. Being mindful of how much noise one produces and inviting the neighbors to an occasional barbecue at your place are nice ways to...
I'm all for being a considerate summertime neighbor. Being mindful of how much noise one produces and inviting the neighbors to an occasional barbecue at your place are nice ways to increase the...
Five unconventional white picket fences
Five unconventional white picket fences
White picket pallet fence: Hometalk member Allison House turned ordinary pallets into fence pickets (white, natch). It's a down-home DIY take on a classic style. An arbor elevates a...
White picket pallet fence: Hometalk member Allison House turned ordinary pallets into fence pickets (white, natch). It's a down-home DIY take on a classic style. An arbor elevates a white...
Pizza on Mars: NASA funds development of 3D printer that can knock out pizza
Pizza on Mars: NASA funds development of 3D printer that can knock out pizza
NASA has awarded a mechanical engineer a grant worth $125,000 to help him create a 3D printer for food.
NASA has awarded a mechanical engineer a grant worth $125,000 to help him create a 3D printer for food.
Tips for rebuilding a flooded home
Tips for rebuilding a flooded home
Hello, Midwesterners, and anyone else who is looking at the prospect of rebuilding a flooded home. I will outline the process of rebuilding a flooded home in this article, and I will direct...
Hello, Midwesterners, and anyone else who is looking at the prospect of rebuilding a flooded home. I will outline the process of rebuilding a flooded home in this article, and I will direct you to...

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The Comeback Down The Shore
The Comeback Down The Shore
Battered by Hurricane Sandy, now shore towns are working to get ready for you this summer!
Battered by Hurricane Sandy, now shore towns are working to get ready for you this summer!
Boston Marathon Bombings
Boston Marathon Bombings
Continuing coverage of the terror attack at the Boston Marathon.
Continuing coverage of the terror attack at the Boston Marathon.
LINK: HelpingHeroesWork.com
LINK: HelpingHeroesWork.com
The mission of Helping Heroes Work is to raise awareness for the responsibility we all share in helping our returning veterans begin this next critical phase in their lives.
The mission of Helping Heroes Work is to raise awareness for the responsibility we all share in helping our returning veterans begin this next critical phase in their lives.
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Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:37 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:37:39 GMT
Today is your chance to ask the questions on "Good Day!" We are calling it "Ask the Anchors." Whatever you want to know, fire away.
Today is your chance to ask the questions on "Good Day!" We are calling it "Ask the Anchors." Whatever you want to know, fire away.
Report: A Look At Oklahoma Tornado's Victims
Report: A Look At Oklahoma Tornado's Victims
Local Police Force Adds Smartphone App To Crime-Fighting Arsenal
Local Police Force Adds Smartphone App To Crime-Fighting Arsenal
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:25:04 GMT
A Bucks County police department is hoping the pocket-sized technology you may already own will help them fight crime.
A Bucks County police department is hoping the pocket-sized technology you may already own will help them fight crime.
Teresa Guidice's Recipe: Marinated Chicken Breast w/ Grilled Apple Rings
Teresa Guidice's Recipe: Marinated Chicken Breast w/ Grilled Apple Rings
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:30:49 GMT
Marinated Chicken Breasts with Grilled Apple Rings Makes 6 servings We talked about how great pork tastes with apple flavoring, and the same is true of chicken. (In fact, you can use the apple-rosemary marinade
Marinated Chicken Breasts with Grilled Apple Rings Makes 6 servings We talked about how great pork tastes with apple flavoring, and the same is true of chicken. (In fact, you can use the apple-rosemary marinade
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How Smart is Your Dog?
How Smart is Your Dog?
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:36:58 GMT
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What's your dog thinking? Exciting new research that could have you reading your best friend's mind.

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