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Los manifestantes se reúnen detrás de un ataúd de madera
Community

El clero se une a los defensores de casas para personas sin hogar en una manifestación instando a los funcionarios de Wilmington a hacer más para abordar la falta de vivienda

Los manifestantes se reunieron frente al ayuntamiento de Wilmington como parte de un movimiento para conseguir apoyo para programas que ayuden a los pobres.

2 hours ago

A Waymo vehicle on 7th Street in Philadelphia
Urban Planning

Self-driving car company Waymo officially expands to Philadelphia, has started letting cars drive themselves

The company will expand to more than 20 cities, including Pittsburgh and Baltimore, but no word yet on when people will get to ride.

3 hours ago

Corinne Rhodes holds up her phone
Science

Why many Philadelphia doctors now use AI to record patient visits

Health systems say AI note-taking tools could save doctors precious hours each day. But some research shows doctors have mixed feelings about the technology.

6 hours ago

Listen 3:51
outside the Plummer Community Corrections Center
Community

‘A beacon for Wilmington’: Former prisoners, politicians urge state to reconsider plan to shutter Plummer work-release center

Community advocates say the facility is critical in the transition from incarceration to freedom for Wilmington residents and their families.

7 hours ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly City Council advances $277M annual budget for Mayor Parker’s signature housing plan

The measure is expected to pass during a second and final vote scheduled for Council's final regular meeting of the year.

19 hours ago

Quinta Brunson speaks behind a podium
Education

‘Abbott Elementary’ star Quinta Brunson launches fund to provide free field trips to thousands of Philly students

The fund aims to cover field trip costs for over 115,000 Philly public school students, opening access to the city’s museums and historic landmarks.

19 hours ago

A sign with SNAP EBT information is posted on a store window
Politics & Policy

Trump administration says it will withhold SNAP from Democrat-led states if they don’t provide data

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the action is in the works because those states are refusing to provide information the department requested on recipients.

20 hours ago

A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Community

Pa. households can apply for heating bill assistance after monthlong delay

The state delayed its LIHEAP program as it waited for federal funds held up by the government shutdown. The program opens Wednesday, Dec. 3.

20 hours ago

The University of Delaware campus in Newark.
Courts & Law

‘Kill all’: University of Delaware student arrested with machine gun, manifesto and plans to attack the school’s campus

The 25-year-old was found with handwritten notes targeting a member of the University of Delaware Police Department and a drawing of a school building.

24 hours ago

Children run on a lawn
Community

Thinking about becoming a foster parent in Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania? Here’s what to know

The operations of foster agencies in all three states vary, but they share the same goal: to provide children care in a safe, supportive environment.

1 day ago

Listen 1:04
braided hair being styled
Politics & Policy

Pa. legislators and activists celebrate signing of CROWN Act, which protects against discrimination based on hairstyle

After several years of activism and coalition building, the commonwealth became the 29th state to enact such legislation.

1 day ago

Listen 1:08
a woman in a crowd holds a sign reading SAVE MEDICAID
Health

‘Stretched thin’: Medicaid cuts threaten Delawareans’ access to health care in rural areas

Delaware has a plan to transform health care in the state’s rural areas, but is dealing with billions in federal funding cuts.

1 day ago

Listen 1:00
The U.S. Capitol Building can be seen against a blue skyline
Politics & Policy

Pa. will help determine control of the U.S. House in the 2026 election. Here’s what to know

There are four highly competitive U.S. House races in Pennsylvania, more than any other state. Democrats hope to flip them all.

1 day ago

A doctor holds a newborn squirrel
Community

What to do if you find injured, sick or orphaned wildlife in Philadelphia

Here’s how to safely capture an injured animal and where to take it for help.

1 day ago

Listen 0:56
A traveler moves in view of a control tower at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia
Money

U.S. air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee

The REAL ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have been allowed to clear security with extra screening. The fees will begin in February.

2 days ago

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