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It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.

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Homeland Security Investigations task force officers escort a suspect
Politics & Policy

Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt noncitizen voting investigation in Pa. and 8 other states

The Trump administration has been hunting for noncitizen voters throughout the country in the months leading into the midterm elections.

37 minutes ago

a hospital entrance sign reads ChristianaCare West Grove Campus
Health

Southern Delaware hospitals say proposed ChristianaCare campuses will negatively impact region

Leaders from Bayhealth, Beebe Healthcare and TidalHealth argued to the state’s regulators that the campuses slated for Camden and Georgetown should be denied.

5 hours ago

Stacy Garrity speaks with two people in Philadelphia while campaigning for the 2026 Pennsylvania governor's race
Politics & Policy

What happened to the GOP’s high hopes for Pa. governor candidate Stacy Garrity?

Gov. Josh Shapiro is dominating Garrity in fundraising and recent polling. Here’s how Garrity’s prospects have dwindled.

5 hours ago

Edmondo Crimi looks on
Community

Holy water, wooden stakes and a little garlic: A Bucks County man dives into centuries-old vampire lore

Edmondo Crimi’s “actually very funny” book about vampires features hundreds of paranormal artifacts on display at the VAMPA Museum in Doylestown.

6 hours ago

Sarah Wansley joins the University of Delaware as the new artistic director
Education

University of Delaware welcomes new artistic director who combines her love of theater and teaching

Sarah Wansley joins UD’s Resident Ensemble Players with plans to expand student opportunities and bring more diverse stories to the stage.

6 hours ago

The Philadelphia Orchestra performing
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Orchestra receives $10.5 million for cultural diplomacy just before it leaves for China

The orchestra’s Asian tour comes just before a possible, unprecedented summit of world leaders in China.

7 hours ago

a worker turns on a blower that sprays a mist of water over an excavation area
Urban Planning

How will the EPA excavate 68,000 cubic yards of toxic material from a contaminated site in Port Richmond?

After 26 years beneath a tarp, the Franklin Slag Pile has been uncovered for excavation. The EPA will monitor air quality during removal.

17 hours ago

Michael Katz and Chris Coons at a debate
Politics & Policy

Delaware Republican U.S. Senate candidate alleges campaign interference by ‘powerful elite’ during forum

Dr. Michael Katz said Delawareans needed to take back the Democratically held U.S. Senate seat from an entrenched political establishment.

18 hours ago

side-by-side photos of Jeff Van Drew and Mikie Sherrill
Courts & Law

U.S. Rep. Van Drew subpoenas Gov. Sherrill over noncitizen voting in New Jersey: Here’s what to know

Gov. Mikie Sherrill called the subpoena “political theater,” with the midterm elections less than two weeks away.

19 hours ago

Listen 1:09
An art project is seen with the words ''vote'' and ''love'' visible
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia voters decide: Should City Hall always have an office of arts and culture?

“Imagine what would be possible if our organizations were not constantly bracing for the next challenge, but planning for the next opportunity,” said one advocate.

19 hours ago

The entrance to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Health

Thomas Jefferson University leads effort to expand regional sickle cell care under new federal hub program

Nearly 4,000 people in Pennsylvania live with sickle cell disease, which can require a high level of care from specialists at certain centers.

20 hours ago

George Norcross III speaks
Money

For George Norcross’ new Atlantic City property, the possibilities are endless

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. hopes Norcross’ influence can help his city in Trenton and boost investor interest nationally.

20 hours ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland.
Health

Crozer-Chester still needs a hospital operator. What does that mean for reopening plans?

During a virtual town hall with the property’s new owner, comments were disabled, and all resident questions were funneled through a moderator.

1 day ago

A pair of sculptures titled ''Self Love and Love Lost''
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Day of the Dead, a live conversation with Jesse Eisenberg, WHYY’s ‘Fresh Air’ and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Oct. 22–25: “The Wiz” in Delaware, Flannel Fest in Philly and the Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Fest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

1 day ago

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Anti-data center demonstrators protest at the Pennsylvania state Capitol, Oct. 6, 2026, in Harrisburg, Pa.
Politics & Policy

How data center battles in the Philadelphia suburbs could impact party control of the Pa. legislature

Democrats have a chance to control the three branches of government in Pennsylvania. In a tightly contested state Senate race, the battle is focused on data centers.

1 day ago

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