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LaMonica McIver speaking to the media
Courts & Law

New Jersey Democratic Rep. McIver released on recognizance on federal assault charges

The prosecutor’s complaint says McIver attempted to stop the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and pushed into and grabbed ICE and Homeland Security Investigations agents.

3 mins ago

Pat Dugan hugs his wife
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia district attorney rematch? Despite losing primary, Pat Dugan could challenge Larry Krasner as a Republican in November

More than 6,000 write-in votes for Pat Dugan in the Republican primary qualify him to run as a Republican for DA in November.

52 mins ago

Municipal building
Politics & Policy

Abington Township, Borough of Rockledge voters pass referendum to fund new middle school

The school district will use a $285 million investment bond to construct the new facility.

3 hours ago

Parents and students build a library at Forest Hill family school in Camden New Jersey to discuss district cuts to fill a $91 million deficit.
Education

Camden students and parents are rallying against deep school cuts: ‘They don’t care about us’

The cuts, which include hundreds of jobs, will affect essential staff and programs, district families say.

5 hours ago

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Collie Turner holding photos of her grandfather, Joseph C. Stevens,
Science

In Holmesburg, a vacant lot turned sunflower farm offers a place for Philly veterans to rebuild

At the Pennypack Sunflower Farm, Heroic Gardens uses horticultural therapy to support veterans’ mental health.

8 hours ago

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A bike locked up at the Wayne train station
PlanPhilly
Community

Looming SEPTA cuts could increase climate pollution in the Philly area

An analysis by WHYY News shows the increased traffic could raise Philly’s transportation sector carbon emissions by around 4%.

8 hours ago

Listen 1:14
Larry Krasner speaking after winning the primary election
Politics & Policy

Larry Krasner wins Philly DA primary, beating challenger who eclipsed him in campaign contributions and endorsements

Krasner’s strategy to make the campaign about President Trump and national politics appears to have been effective among Philly Democrats.

14 hours ago

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Side by side photos of Richard Bryant and Erica Deuso
Politics & Policy

Erica Deuso wins Downingtown’s Democratic mayoral primary, will face Republican Richard Bryant

Erica Deuso will face Republican Richard Bryant in November’s general election. If elected, she would be Pennsylvania’s first openly transgender mayor.

15 hours ago

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A display shows the status of flights at Newark Liberty International Airport
Science

FAA extends flight limits at Newark airport into June because of controller shortage and tech issues

The rule announced Tuesday will cap the number of arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty International Airport at 28 apiece per hour.

18 hours ago

Congresswoman Rep. LaMonica McIver demands the release of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka after his arrest while protesting outside an ICE detention prison, Friday, May 9, 2025, in Newark, N.J,
Politics & Policy

Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says

House Democratic leaders decried the criminal case, calling the charge “extreme, morally bankrupt” and lacking “any basis in law or fact.”

1 day ago

Gwynedd Mercy University in Lower Gwynedd Twp., Bucks County.
Education

Gwynedd Mercy University-led partnership seeks to address shortage of special education teachers

More than 20% of Pennsylvania students require special education services.

1 day ago

the Cooper River and the Camden Invincible mural
Science

Camden is inching toward ‘swimmable’ waterways, but Trump administration cuts threaten progress

Unlike modern infrastructure, which utilizes separate piping systems, Camden’s older sewer systems send stormwater and sewage through the same underground pipes.

1 day ago

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''I voted'' stickers are seen in a county election office on Election Day.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania 2025 primary election results

See full results, including races for Philadelphia district attorney as well as judicial contests on Pa.'s Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme courts.

1 day ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia 2025 primary election results

See full results from Philly’s 2025 primary election, including the race between incumbent DA Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan for the Democratic nomination.

1 day ago

A home in Buena Vista, New Jersey is damaged by fallen trees
Weather

National Weather Service confirms ‘gustnado’ in South Jersey on Friday, dusting up winds of more than 100 mph

Winds of up to 105 mph were reported with the gustnado that snapped trees outside a Franklinville home.

2 days ago

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