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Many people are gathered on Independence Hall at the location of the President's House site.
Community

At Philadelphia’s President’s House, an anniversary gathering remembers slavery in America while its history remains contested

Amid a dispute between federal and city officials over the site’s slavery exhibit, the gathering marked the anniversary of enslaved Africans’ arrival in America in 1619.

4 hours ago

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is seen from behind.
Courts & Law

Lansdowne bans collaboration agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

A constable in Lansdowne who officials say is unaffiliated with the borough signed a collaboration agreement with ICE last year.

5 hours ago

The Snapchat app seen on a phone
Courts & Law

Pa. attorney general sues Snapchat for its addictiveness and disappearing messages

The lawsuit alleges Snapchat misleads parents about mature content and uses addictive features that encourage compulsive use among children.

5 hours ago

an employee working at the Albacore facility
Politics & Policy

A South Philadelphia startup is making underwater military drones in a former kitchen countertop showroom

Less than two years after a Wharton dropout co-founded it, Albacore has $10 million in investments and a contract to supply the U.S. Navy.

5 hours ago

Franklin Kury speaking with 2 other men while standing in front of a large American flag.
Community
Inside Climate News

Remembering the ‘visionary’ author of Pennsylvania’s environmental rights amendment

Franklin Kury, who passed away last week, helped make Pennsylvania one of the first governments in the world to guarantee a healthy environment as a basic right.

8 hours ago

Dolly Parton holds up a children's book
Arts & Entertainment

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80

The beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting has died at 80.

9 hours ago

Donald Trump looks on
Politics & Policy

‘Pre-election chaos’: Supreme Court lifts block on Trump mail ballot order, prompting new questions for Pa.

The ruling creates uncertainty weeks ahead of the 2026 midterms. Here’s what that means for Pennsylvania voters.

10 hours ago

measles under a microscope
Health

2 unvaccinated Pennsylvanians die after contracting measles as outbreak reaches nearly 400 cases

The measles-associated deaths occurred among two residents of Lancaster County.

14 hours ago

side-by-side photos of Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: What to know about the governor’s race between Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity

Here’s a look at what’s at stake in the midterm race, where Shapiro and Garrity stand on key issues and more.

17 hours ago

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From left to right: Democrats Michael Smith, Mike Miller and Ted Lauzen are seen in side-by-side-by-side heatshots
Politics & Policy

Delaware election 2026: These 3 Democrats are hoping to replace Treasurer Colleen Davis

Ted Lauzen, Michael Alexander Smith and Mike Miller are looking to fill the seat of incumbent Colleen C. Davis, who announced she would not be running for reelection.

18 hours ago

Jared Winters stands in front of Florence Gardens
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly tenant unions have quadrupled since the pandemic — and their political power is growing

From new protections and lawsuits to collective bargaining, organized renters are testing new ways to hold landlords accountable.

18 hours ago

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Brittney Allyn is in her busy lab at University of Pennsylvania. Two researchers are working together at at table behind her.
Science

Philadelphia researchers fear proposed changes to federal science funding could mean a generation of lost scientists

New proposed rules governing federal grant funding would make it easier to cancel research that has been funded and require grants to align with a president's priorities.

19 hours ago

Listen 3:47
A section of the Market Street Bridge
Urban Planning

Market Street Bridge closed to cars for a year as part of a nearly $150 million upgrade

Once fully complete in spring 2029, the new bridge will have wider driving lanes and sidewalks, as well as a protected bike lane.

1 day ago

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A person handles a mail ballot as a stack of mail ballots sit in front of them.
Courts & Law

Supreme Court clears the way for Trump mail voting order in advance of midterms

Democratic officials in 23 states and the District of Columbia, including Pennsylvania, sued to block Trump's order.

1 day ago

Aerial view of firefighters putting out a fire.
Community

WHYY’s ‘Camden’s Burning Issue’ event will unpack reporting on fire-prone scrap metal recycler

The event will be held Sept. 10 at Camden FireWorks.

1 day ago

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