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James T. Vaughn Correctional Facility
Courts & Law

Delaware settles lawsuit that alleged ‘systemic failures’ with how state provides special education services for prisoners

The state’s consent decree with the Community Legal Aid Society will be monitored by an independent evaluator and U.S. District Court.

8 hours ago

Fresh Air Co-Executive Producer Danny Miller speaks at a retirement event
Arts & Entertainment

After 47 years, ‘Fresh Air’ executive producer Danny Miller retires

Miller joined “Fresh Air” as an intern in 1978 when the show was finding its feet. He has led the show through many periods of evolution.

9 hours ago

Descendants of the Cowperthwaite family gather
Community

Saving a home that witnessed revolution, Moorestown, N.J., looks ahead to America’s 250th

The home, built in 1742, was the residence of Thomas Cowperthwaite, a prominent Quaker, and his family — some of whom ended up on opposite sides of the Revolutionary War.

9 hours ago

Adam Blackstone and Scott Mirkin at a press conference
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia readies first-ever New Year’s Eve concert on the Parkway

The event will feature LL Cool J, who boycotted his July 4 show because of a city workers strike.

22 hours ago

An eviction notice
Courts & Law

New Jersey housing advocates hail court decision protecting rights of renters facing eviction

The decision in a North Jersey rental dispute establishes how much renters need to pay to avoid being evicted from their homes.

1 day ago

Masoud Akbarzadeh, a professor of architecture at the University of Pennsylvania, works with students to design concrete structures
PlanPhilly
Science

Concrete is a big contributor to climate change. Penn researchers say they can shrink its footprint

Concrete reabsorbs some of its carbon emissions over time. Alternative ingredients and 3D printing could help supercharge that by making the finished concrete more porous.

1 day ago

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a rendering of the South Street Pedestrian Bridge
Urban Planning

Construction on South Street Pedestrian Bridge starts in 2026, to be completed in 2027

The $329 million I-95 cap project will create nearly 12 acres of parkland and connect Old City to the Delaware River waterfront.

2 days ago

a crashed helicopter
Community

2 New Jersey pilots killed in a helicopter collision frequented a cafe together near the crash site

The Federal Aviation Administration described the crash as a midair collision between an Enstrom F-28A helicopter and Enstrom 280C helicopter near Hammonton Municipal Airport.

2 days ago

Lourens Loock poses with his Corgi, Benjamin
Community

PETA urges Delaware lawmakers to consider dog-walking requirement, sparking debate on animal welfare

The proposal was sent out to legislators to raise awareness about animal welfare. But some dog walkers question its practicality.

2 days ago

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A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Community

Philadelphia utility bills surged in 2025, and more increases are coming in 2026. Here’s why

Philadelphians’ electric, gas and water bills all increased in 2025. Together, the typical household is paying around $30 more per month.

2 days ago

A man stands next to a goat in a pen
Community

Pet goats face eviction in Franconia Township — and the owner is fighting back

Ken Schumann says officials inspected his property for years without raising concerns before ruling this year that his lot is too small to legally keep goats.

3 days ago

The exterior of the Allegheny County courthouse.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services

Officials were motivated by people's calls for helping someone before they reach the legal threshold of being a danger to themselves or others.

3 days ago

A sign with SNAP EBT information is posted on a store window
Money

New SNAP requirements may end your benefits. Here’s what you need to know

As many as 45,000 Philadelphians are at risk of losing their SNAP benefits.

3 days ago

The New Jersey state capitol building dome as seen through a gap in several buildings.
Money

New Jersey’s business outlook for 2026: What you need to know

With rising unemployment and higher energy costs, Garden State businesses are expressing concern about what the new year has in store for them.

3 days ago

A headshot of Delaware State Police Cpl. Grade One Matthew ''Ty'' Snook
Community

Police identify suspect in Delaware trooper killing at Wilmington-area DMV

Police say the 44-year-old suspect entered the DMV as a customer Tuesday afternoon before shooting a state trooper who was working inside.

4 days ago

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