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Anthony Roth Costanzo stands on the stage at the Academy of Music
Arts & Entertainment

Opera Philadelphia’s upcoming season will feature a comedy about a president who defies electoral defeat to become a dictator

George and Ira Gershwin’s “Let ‘Em Eat Cake” flopped on Broadway in 1933. Opera Philadelphia will revive it for the midterm election season.

6 minutes ago

Students walking on Penn's campus
Science

Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report

The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.

36 minutes ago

The National Liberty Museum exhibiting a collection of sports memorabilia
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common

“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.

1 hour ago

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Students walking on Penn's campus
Politics & Policy

Penn does not have to turn over the names of Jewish staffers to the federal government as appeals process plays out, judge rules

The judge paused his own order, writing that while the university is unlikely to win its appeal, the delay will not harm a federal investigation.

12 hours ago

Shown is Philadelphia along the Delaware River, Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024.
Community

Philadelphia looks to employ thousands of youth this summer with city-led program

The #ItsASummerThing campaign looks to give youth jobs and keep the city safer by keeping them employed and out of trouble either with a job or recreational activity.

12 hours ago

Jamie Ding on Jeopardy!
Politics & Policy

‘Jeopardy!’ winner and Lawrenceville resident Jamie Ding joins N.J. Gov. Sherrill in pushing for more affordable housing

The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.

13 hours ago

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The marble floor of Hamilton Hall
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum has a new $4.2M marble floor. The old marble is making a comeback in Center City restaurants

It took 10 years for the children's museum to raise the money to replace its 19th-century marble floors.

1 day ago

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A rendering shows a proposed housing development for Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

New apartments are planned for Germantown parcel with history of illegal dumping

The project from Liberty Bell Management calls for a mix of townhomes and duplexes. Construction could start sometime in 2027.

1 day ago

A green meadow
Community

Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits

Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.

1 day ago

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President Donald Trump arrives at the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House
Politics & Policy

Philly-area leaders stand united against political violence after Trump targeted in shooting at White House Correspondents’ dinner

Federal and state leaders expressed their gratitude for the Secret Service and first responders while condemning political violence.

2 days ago

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U.S. Secret Service agents surround President Donald Trump as he is taken from the stage after a shooting incident outside the ballroom during the White House Correspondents Dinner
Politics & Policy

A gunman tried to breach Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Here’s what to know

Police said the suspect ran past security barricades as Secret Service agents raced toward him. One officer was shot in a bullet-resistant vest.

2 days ago

A scale is seen as a symbol of law and justice
Courts & Law

Delaware proposal would direct courts to send text reminders to defendants about hearings

Automatic text messages could reduce missed court appearances and the need for judges to issue bench warrants.

2 days ago

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Visitors walk through the farmer's market at Fairmount Park
Community

Chester County wants to encourage more trips to the farmer’s market — one stamp at a time

Upon visiting a participating farmer’s market on the Chester County Farmer’s Market Trail map, participating shoppers will receive a stamp.

2 days ago

A cyclist rides his bike on an outdoor trail.
Community

Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations

Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.

3 days ago

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Voting booths are set up at a polling place in Newtown, Pa., Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: What to know about Horsham and Lower Salford ballot questions ahead of the primary

Some Montgomery County voters will consider referendums on a series of charter amendments and a tax increase for open space.

3 days ago

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