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Construction on South Street Pedestrian Bridge starts in 2026, to be completed in 2027
The $329 million I-95 cap project will create nearly 12 acres of parkland and connect Old City to the Delaware River waterfront.
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1 dead, another critically injured in midair helicopter crash in Hammonton, New Jersey
Only the pilots were on board the two helicopters, which crashed before noon on Sunday.
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PETA urges Delaware lawmakers to consider dog-walking requirement, sparking debate on animal welfare
The proposal was sent out to legislators to raise awareness about animal welfare. But some dog walkers question its practicality.
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Listen 1:21Philadelphia utility bills surged in 2025, and more increases are coming in 2026. Here’s why
Philadelphians’ electric, gas and water bills all increased in 2025. Together, the typical household is paying around $30 more per month.
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Pet goats face eviction in Franconia Township — and the owner is fighting back
Ken Schumann says officials inspected his property for years without raising concerns before ruling this year that his lot is too small to legally keep goats.
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Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services
Officials were motivated by people's calls for helping someone before they reach the legal threshold of being a danger to themselves or others.
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New SNAP requirements may end your benefits. Here’s what you need to know
As many as 45,000 Philadelphians are at risk of losing their SNAP benefits.
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New Jersey’s business outlook for 2026: What you need to know
With rising unemployment and higher energy costs, Garden State businesses are expressing concern about what the new year has in store for them.
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Police identify suspect in Delaware trooper killing at Wilmington-area DMV
Police say the 44-year-old suspect entered the DMV as a customer Tuesday afternoon before shooting a state trooper who was working inside.
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‘Stranger Things’ and Philly’s Arden Theatre share an affinity for ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
The hit Netflix show channels the classic 1962 young adult novel, just as the Arden Theatre puts it on stage.
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Snow, sleet and ice will hit the Philly region Friday. Here’s what to know
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect through 10 a.m. Saturday. New Jersey, meanwhile, has declared a State of Emergency in all 21 counties.
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Pennsylvanians have until Dec. 31 to switch health insurance plans for coverage to kick in on Jan. 1.
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Listen 1:44Christmas trees don’t have to be left for curbside trash collection, where they are destined for the landfill.
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What is Kwanzaa? And how can you celebrate in Philly?
Here is a look into Kwanzaa – its roots in community and family, and how you can celebrate in Philly.
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Philly’s Jewish museum celebrates its annual Christmas party for everyone
Once again, the Weitzman is opening its doors for “Being ____ at Christmas,” an event for the whole community.
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