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Democratic National Committee chairman Ken Martin speaks
Politics & Policy

Democrats, allied groups pour millions into Pennsylvania Supreme Court race to counter GOP campaign

At issue in Tuesday's election is whether the three justices will each serve another term, up to 10 years.

5 mins ago

The University of Delaware campus in Newark.
Community

Hillel at the University of Delaware breaks ground on new $12M Jewish student center to meet growing community needs

The new 18,000-square-foot Kristol Center for Jewish Life will feature study rooms, lounges, a kosher kitchen and space for 250 students.

4 hours ago

Students cross bridge of wooden stumps
Education

Bristol’s Nature Club teaches kids lessons on a forest floor

Natural environments are known to benefit childhood development. The Bristol School District includes a forest in its curriculum.

5 hours ago

Residents leaving Black River, Jamaica with a damaged bridge behind them
Weather

How Philadelphians can support Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

Donation sites have been popping up across Philadelphia. Batteries, flashlights and tarps are among the items needed most.

15 hours ago

John Carney speaking at a podium during a press conference
Politics & Policy

‘Not right’: Wilmington mayor announces new homeless strategy, blames Philly for rise in city’s unhoused population

Wilmington officials will allow camping in one city park but ban sleeping outside in all other areas of the city.

16 hours ago

outside Nicola Pizza
Courts & Law

Fight at popular Delaware beach pizzeria leads to assault, official misconduct charges for off-duty state trooper

“Video evidence raised concerns about the accuracy” of trooper William Walker’s account of the violent encounter, the state police superintendent says.

18 hours ago

An overflowing pile of banana peels outside
Science
Floodlight

The climate solution sitting in America’s trash

Cutting food waste is a huge potential climate win. Why are we ignoring it?

18 hours ago

A Halloween display of unwanted campaign fliers
Politics & Policy

What to expect in New Jersey on Election Day

New Jersey has been a reliable state for Democrats in presidential elections, having not gone for a Republican presidential candidate since 1988.

20 hours ago

People working sorting food at a food bank
Politics & Policy

Judge questions the Trump administration’s plan to suspend SNAP benefits for millions

The hearing came two days before the U.S. Department of Agriculture planned to freeze payments to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

20 hours ago

Voters wait in line to cast their ballots at a polling place at Rowan College in Mount Laurel, N.J., Monday, Oct. 27, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Trump ramps up involvement in 2025 elections in N.J., other states in possible preview of midterms pressure

The relatively low-profile off-year elections are headlined by the races for governor in New Jersey and Virginia.

23 hours ago

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick
Community

Michael Vick sparked protests when he joined the Eagles in ’09. Some fans can’t forgive his cruelty

Michael Vick's signing with the Eagles in 2009 sparked outrage among fans due to his dogfighting conviction. Some fans have moved on, but others remain upset.

24 hours ago

The Philadelphia Magic Gardens Dia de los Muertos
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Halloween weekend, Third Eye Blind, an Afrofuturism exhibit and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 30 - Nov. 2: Día de los Muertos celebrations in Delaware, a pierogi festival in Philly and John Fogerty in South Jersey are among the highlights.

1 day ago

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Pages from the U.S. Affordable Care Act health insurance website
Health

Pa. prepares for more costly Nov. 1 ACA open enrollment as deadline looms to extend federal health subsidies

Congress remains deadlocked over extending federal health insurance subsidies and Pennsylvania makes contingency plans for disruption in the marketplace later.

1 day ago

A sign on a door reads SUPREME COURT OF PENNSYLVANIA
Courts & Law

How the Pa. Supreme Court retention race could impact environmental protection

In the typically sleepy Supreme Court retention election, the focus is on voting rights and abortion. But the court also decides major environmental cases.

1 day ago

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an abortion rights rally, with the most prominent sign reading DON'T TREAD ON ME
Politics & Policy

The next year of elections may determine if abortion remains legal in Pennsylvania — or how it is banned

Anti-abortion activists face significant hurdles in their efforts to limit reproductive health rights. But accomplishing that is far from impossible.

1 day ago

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