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Dozens of Unite Here Local 274 members protesting
Community

Philadelphia hotel workers set strike deadline ahead of FIFA World Cup: ‘No one is getting left behind’

Workers want higher wages, protection from sexual harassment by guests and caps on daily workload requirements.

5 hours ago

Mikie Sherrill speaks
Weather

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declares state of emergency after a very unusual freeze last month caused major crop damage

An initial assessment by the state Department of Agriculture finds at least $300 million in crop losses reported by farmers.

6 hours ago

Voting booths set up on election day
Politics & Policy

Montgomery County townships approve charter updates, open space tax

Voters in Horsham and Lower Salford approved charter changes and an earned income tax increase for land preservation in Tuesday's primary.

7 hours ago

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Chris Rabb surrounded by supporters after winning the primary election
Politics & Policy

Philly progressives taking a victory lap after Rabb win; supporters credit old-school grassroots organizing

The groundwork for Rabb’s success may have been laid over the last several years as progressives fought for control over local Democratic committees.

7 hours ago

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Smiles at Rittenhouse Square is located in this building
Health

Philly health department notifies Center City dental patients of possible exposure to hepatitis, HIV

City health officials are recommending disease testing for some patients of Smiles at Rittenhouse Square following “unsanitary practices.”

10 hours ago

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Un oficial del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de EE. UU.
Courts & Law

“Absurdo”: Juez federal de Delaware fustiga el último intento del estado de retener registros de empleados en una investigación de ICE

El gobernador Matt Meyer ha prometido “combatir el exceso de autoridad federal”. Ahora quiere que el tribunal de apelaciones de Filadelfia suspenda la orden.

10 hours ago

Firefighters battle a massive 2-alarm fire in North Philadelphia
Community
6abc

Firefighters contain large brush fire near train tracks in North Philadelphia

Amtrak service between Philadelphia and New York was halted during the response but resumed shortly after 3 p.m.

11 hours ago

A Trenton Police car is parked in the street at night with it's siren flashing
Politics & Policy

Trenton, New Jersey, wants to prohibit local police from assisting ICE

The council president described the proposal as the most comprehensive effort to date in addressing issues related to immigration enforcement.

12 hours ago

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Legislative Hall en Dover, Delaware
Education

Legisladores de Delaware impulsan una reforma del financiamiento escolar ante la presión de líderes de derechos civiles

Los activistas de derechos civiles afirman que los líderes estatales deben proporcionar más recursos a los estudiantes multilingües o enfrentarse a acciones legales inmediatas

15 hours ago

Chris Rabb speaks
Politics & Policy

Pa. primary election 2026: Here’s who won and who lost, plus full results

Pennsylvania’s primaries will tee up high-stakes midterms in November, with Democrats hoping to retake control of Congress.

17 hours ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at an election night watch party in Warminster, Pa., Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Politics & Policy

Shapiro-backed Democrats win House primaries in Pennsylvania swing districts the party hopes to flip

The U.S. House campaigns will put Pennsylvania on the front lines of Democratic efforts to retake control of Congress and block the last two years of Trump’s agenda.

18 hours ago

Angela Townsend was elected mayor of Georgetown
Politics & Policy

Georgetown elects a new mayor for the first time in a decade, focused on community, safety and revitalization

Angela Townsend said she is prioritizing public safety and access to housing as well as rebuilding community connections.

20 hours ago

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St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Health

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in North Philly announces layoffs ahead of kidney transplant program closure

The new layoffs come as the hospital closes its kidney transplant program due to low patient volume.

1 day ago

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A rendering of new apartments in Philadelphia's Fairhill neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Housing Authority to develop long-vacant Fairhill lot, benefitting low-income seniors

Amid a shortage of senior housing, the project will bring deeply affordable apartments for older adults and new homeownership opportunities to the neighborhood.

1 day ago

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Chris Rabb speaks
Politics & Policy

Progressive Rabb wins 3rd District race with boosts from ‘the squad’ and local grassroots activism

Rabb’s victory is an upset to the Democratic establishment and may provide a glimpse into the direction of the party.

1 day ago

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