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The Delaware Legislative Hall is seen at the Delaware State Capitol building, in Dover, Del. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Politics & Policy

‘Irresponsible and dangerous’: Bond bill chair blasts Delaware governor’s veto of funding for Legislative Hall expansion

Gov. Matt Meyer said he cannot justify the expense when Delawareans are struggling to afford rising prices.

4 hours ago

Fire fighters work to put out scrap metal fire
Community

Camden City Council rejects settlement with scrapyard operator EMR

The settlement would have allowed the company to restart its scrap metal shredder. Residents say they’re left wondering what happens next.

4 hours ago

Mikie Sherrill and Jesse Flax discussing rescue equipment after the bad flooding.
Weather

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill tours flood damage in Camden after flash flooding caused by torrential downpours Monday

A new high-water rescue vehicle was pressed into service after more than 4 inches of rain fell within one hour.

6 hours ago

Councilman James Spadola (left) switched parties. Council President Trippi Congo is at right.
Courts & Law

Delaware Chancery Court to rule on Wilmington City Council’s bid to oust member who switched political parties

Council President Trippi Congo argues Councilman James Spadola vacated his seat by switching parties, which Spadola denies.

6 hours ago

Striking PECO workers picket outside the company headquarters
Community

PECO strike ends as union and utility announce deal

IBEW Local 614 is celebrating a deal that offers pensions to recent hires and boosts health care coverage. Union members will now vote on whether to ratify the contract.

16 hours ago

Listen 1:20
Andrew Plunkett inspecting a Monarda didyma
Community

Want to grow native plants? This Hopewell Twp. group will help you get started

The Hopewell, NJ Native Plant Swap group gives away plants and seeds, and teaches newbies how to garden.

17 hours ago

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. being asked a question by a reporter as he walks in the U.S. Capitol building.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. disappeared from work for 4 months without notice. Will he face consequences?

The U.S. Constitution does not require Congressional representatives to attend a specified number of voting sessions or explain absences.

17 hours ago

FILE - An explosion and fire in Nicetown last year destroyed three homes. One person died and two were injured. (6abc)
Community

Nicetown residents want answers after investigation finds PGW not responsible for deadly natural gas explosion

Public utility regulators say the natural gas explosion was not caused by PGW infrastructure.

17 hours ago

Listen 1:13
the seal inside Legislative Hall
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers pass same-sex marriage constitutional amendment after initial failure in the House

Amendments to the Delaware Constitution must pass both chambers in two consecutive legislative sessions.

18 hours ago

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A view of Independence Mall looking south from the National Constitution Center on July 1, 2026.
Health

Philadelphia heat-related death toll jumps to 7 fatalities in first week of July

Philly had one of the hottest July Fourth weekends on record as it hosted thousands of visitors for World Cup matches and America’s 250th birthday.

1 day ago

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IBEW representatives speaking at a press conference about the PECO strike.
Community

PECO strike continues as union says company won’t budge

The union says PECO is dragging its heels to wear them out. PECO accuses the union of blocking restoration work.

1 day ago

Police tape and the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind
Community

Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center targeted in alleged arson attempt

CAIR-Philadelphia has called on investigators to “pursue every available lead” after an attempted arson damaged the mosque.

1 day ago

Blazing sun in the sky.
Weather

New Jersey heat wave: 29 people died amid dangerous temps, officials say

Many of the victims lived in homes without air conditioning, according to state officials.

1 day ago

Shirley Kitchen at an event where she endorsed Sharif Street.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia politicians pay tribute to trailblazing legislator Shirley Kitchen: ‘She never forgot who she was fighting for’

Kitchen, who became the second Black woman elected to the Pennsylvania state Senate, leaves behind a legacy of public service, mentorship and advocacy.

1 day ago

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A close up of the ''We the Youth'' mural by artist Keith Haring in South Philly's Point Breeze neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A rare Keith Haring mural in Point Breeze may join Philly’s historic register

The “We the Youth” artwork revives a long-running debate among preservationists over whether murals should be protected as historic landmarks.

2 days ago

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