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Arts & Entertainment

Historic Philadelphia expands Revolutionary War performers for America’s 250th celebrations

Historic Philadelphia has hired more performers to populate Old City for the semiquincentennial.

3 hours ago

Full classroom for one of the many lectures that took place at the BlackPrint 20 summit (Eric Nixon/WHYY)
Education

Philly education summit marks 20 years of Black history in public schools

The two-day gathering emphasized sustaining Black history education throughout the school year and beyond the classroom.

3 hours ago

The Supreme Court building is seen on Friday, June 28, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Courts & Law

‘It’s a good day’: Philadelphia business leaders, legislators celebrate Supreme Court ruling against Trump’s tariff authority

Republican U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick joined Democrats in applauding the decision.

14 hours ago

Many beds lined up in a homeless shelter
Community

Montgomery County opens homeless shelter in Lansdale

The 20-bed facility at 1107 E. Main St. is “designed to get residents off the street and back on a stable path,” Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder said.

16 hours ago

a skyline view of Philly with snow
Weather
6abc

Storm expected to bring snow starting Sunday for the Philadelphia region, but impact still unclear

The system could bring some snow to our area midday Sunday and last into Monday. Models are still in dispute about how much of an impact this storm could have.

17 hours ago

A large banner with Trump's face hangs on the side of a building
Politics & Policy

Trump has stocked his administration with people who have backed his false 2020 election claims

Those election conspiracists now holding official power range from the attorney general to lawyers filing lawsuits for the Justice Department.

20 hours ago

Black smoke rising in the sky from the fire
Community

1 year after massive SPS Technologies fire, Montco commissioners applaud its return

The century-old aerospace fastener facility in Abington Township went up in flames in February 2025, prompting evacuation orders.

21 hours ago

Donald Trump and Howard Lutnick announcing new tariffs
Politics & Policy

Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of economic agenda

The 6-3 decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he levied on nearly every other country.

21 hours ago

The exterior of the Warden’s House Gallery in Mt. Holly, N.J.
Community

N.J. exhibit celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary, and the struggles ordinary residents faced in extraordinary times

“Burlington County Joins the Revolution” features artifacts, including a letter demanding payment from the British for chickens and razors.

1 day ago

language in the Treaty of Fort Pitt
Community

How Native Americans came to Philadelphia in 1776 to navigate the American Revolution and almost won statehood

Chief White Eyes toggled between British and American leadership to secure land for the Lenape.

1 day ago

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Community

Activists celebrate the return of slavery exhibit at Philadelphia’s President’s House Site

Workers began restoring the exhibit Thursday after a judge’s order to return, despite a Trump administration appeal.

2 days ago

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The Johnson & Johnson headquarters
Health

Pennsylvania to grow its life sciences industry with new $1B Johnson & Johnson cell therapy plant in Lower Gwynedd

The project is expected to create more than 4,000 construction jobs and 500 new biomanufacturing roles in the region.

2 days ago

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City Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A Philly lawmaker wants to protect more renters from retaliatory evictions. He’s running into resistance

Independent landlords argue the measure removes a critical tool for evicting problematic tenants, but housing advocates aren’t buying it.

2 days ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland
Health

Delco Council ends disaster declaration for Crozer Health closure

Delaware County Council has ensured that “ambulance coverage is intact and operational” following the collapse of Crozer Health.

2 days ago

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A phone with social media apps
Politics & Policy

New Jersey lawmakers move bills to address online safety for children

Legislation is being fast-tracked to better protect children’s online privacy and force black box social media warnings to be posted on platforms.

2 days ago

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