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A resident gets a hand out of the snow in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood on Jan. 25, 2026.
Weather

If climate change is warming winters, how did Philadelphia get over half a foot of snow?

Winter is still the fastest-warming season on the East Coast. “You're always going to see variable weather patterns,” one expert said.

51 mins ago

A resident uses a snowblower to clear the sidewalk in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood on Jan. 25, 2026.
Weather

Philly sees its biggest snowstorm in 5 years as bitter temperatures promise to keep slushy conditions around for days

A major winter storm dumped around 7 inches of snow in Philadelphia before turning to sleet and freezing rain. Subfreezing temps are predicted all week.

12 hours ago

Snow plows on the street during a snowstorm
Weather

Snow emergency remains in effect for Philadelphia as winter storm makes an icy turn

The Philly area expects at least 10 inches of snow. Crews are battling the snow and preparing for an expected transition to sleet and freezing rain.

17 hours ago

An aerial view of East Montgomery Avenue in Fishtown is blanketed with snow on Jan. 25, 2026.
Weather

Photos: Snow blankets the Philadelphia region in first major storm of 2026

Here’s how the winter storm looks on the ground.

20 hours ago

Cooper the dog enjoys the snow in Fishtown, Philadelphia, Jan. 25, 2026
Weather

Philadelphia snow updates: Sleet takes center stage; latest snowfall totals

Significant snow accumulations are impacting Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.

21 hours ago

headquarters of American Water
Community

New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase

The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.

1 day ago

Federal immigration officers deploy tear gas at protesters
Community

A man fatally shot by a federal officer in Minnesota worked as an ICU nurse, his parents say

The officer who shot Alex Pretti is an eight-year Border Patrol veteran, federal officials said.

1 day ago

Federal agents stand near the site of a shooting
Politics & Policy

After federal immigration agents kill U.S. citizen in Minneapolis, Shapiro, Philly-area Dems decry ICE’s ‘abuses of power’

Pennsylvania's governor said that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's "clear abuses of power are only creating danger in our communities."

2 days ago

children sledding down a snowy hill
Weather

Some do’s and don’ts to avoid injury in a snowstorm, according to Philly-area doctors

Snowstorms and extreme cold can increase risks for heart attacks, respiratory complications, back injuries, hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning.

2 days ago

Federal immigration officers deploy tear gas after a shooting in Minneapolis
Courts & Law

Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated

Federal immigration officers have shot and killed a man in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier.

2 days ago

A city trash truck outfitted with a plow rolls down Cumberland Street
Weather

Philly snow storm: Who to call for which emergencies, from downed trees to power lines and more

Plus: Where to look for updates on road closures and transit service.

2 days ago

Health care workers and advocates sit in a forum, most wearing the same red sweater
Health

Medicaid cuts ahead: ‘It’s going to affect everyone,’ Philly health care workers warn

PASNAP unions and 10 partner organizations have introduced a “Healthcare Bill of Rights” and are urging lawmakers to pledge support for safety net programs.

2 days ago

Chris Coons at WHYY studios
Politics & Policy

Delaware Sen. Chris Coons says Trump risked much and gained little with threats over Greenland

President Donald Trump backtracked this week from leveling tariffs on European allies in a bid to coerce the acquisition of Greenland to the U.S.

3 days ago

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Trees covered with snow in Old City Philadelphia
Weather

Philadelphia region prepares for an expected major winter weather event

The storm could blanket the region with snow and ice and impact transportation services for a day or more.

3 days ago

Handwritten signs reading
Politics & Policy

‘It’s a line that has been crossed’: Philadelphia reacts to the removal of the President’s House site slavery exhibit

The removal enforces a White House executive order to remove exhibits “disparaging” American history. The city has filed a lawsuit.

3 days ago

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