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attendees at 2025's Fiesta Futbolera walking
Community

Fiesta Futbolera 2025 celebrates Philly’s soccer culture ahead of next year’s FIFA World Cup

People braved the summer heat to check out the second annual South Philly street festival hosted by the Philadelphia Union.

10 hours ago

The Phillie Phanatic giving high-fives
Science

How do mascots like the Phillie Phanatic stay fresh in the summer heat? Vodka and water

Mascots need frequent breaks, hydration and proper ventilation to stay cool, and a mix of vodka and water helps combat odors inside their costumes.

16 hours ago

A woman speaks to a group at the North Light Community Center
Community

Older adults are the most socially isolated in America. How do we fix that problem?

According to the surgeon general’s 2023 report on loneliness, a lack of social connection is as dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

22 hours ago

Poll workers Maria Moreira, Lincoln High School class of ’23 (left) and senior Victorya Santos at work in the school’s gymnasium
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Commissioners and voting advocates celebrate poll workers and launch effort to recruit next generation

Events throughout the city will honor the “unsung heroes” who help elections run smoothly and recruit more young people to work the polls.

23 hours ago

Shelley Aragoncillo poses for a picture alongside the original Grab n' Flow shed in South Philadelphia
Health

A South Philly woman is providing access to menstrual, postpartum products, one shed at a time

Grab n’ Flow provides free, anonymous access to menstrual and postpartum products at three locations in South and West Philadelphia.

2 days ago

Swarthmore College. (Swarthmore.edu)
Courts & Law

Transgender runner Evie Parts sues NCAA and Swarthmore College for removal from track team

The claim states the NCAA is not a governmental organization and doesn’t have jurisdiction over Pennsylvania state law or Title IX.

2 days ago

Nicolo Gentile touches up his ''Bar None'' installation at Maja Park
Arts & Entertainment

Police barricades are transformed into protest art on the Parkway, highlighting Philadelphia’s history of activism

The Association for Public Art’s “Bar None” by Nicolo Gentile reflects on the history of the Parkway as a crucial site of public assembly.

2 days ago

People cheer in a crowd at Mercer County's Fiesta Latina
Community

Fiesta Latina is returning to Mercer County, N.J. in September to celebrate Latino and Hispanic culture and heritage

The event features Latino performers, games and activities for children and a dozen food trucks offering Latino and Hispanic cuisine.

2 days ago

A man walks into a polling place at a Hoboken Fire Department firehouse during Election Day
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know before you vote

New Jersey’s general election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.

2 days ago

Cherelle Parker and Kevin Bethel speak
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker announces new contract for Philadelphia police officers

The mayor said the agreement with the police union would cost the city $343 million over five years and would allow civilians to take over more administrative tasks.

2 days ago

Michael Train posing with a photo of himself with some children
Courts & Law

Norristown chooses Michael Trail as police chief

Michael Trail, who is currently Lansdale’s top cop, would become Norristown’s fourth police chief in four years.

3 days ago

Tony Michels
Community

In a 3-peat, WHYY News wins national Edward R. Murrow Award for its Climate Fixers series

The award-winning Climate Fixers profiled “innovative people working locally to cool the earth, heal the planet and help neighbors thrive.”

3 days ago

An old photo of the Lincoln Bar, at the corner of the street
Community

Bristol archive initiative is documenting the history of the borough’s Puerto Rican community

Joel Berrocal, executive director of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, is teaming up with Grundy Library to collect stories from Bristol’s Puerto Rican community.

3 days ago

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The logo for the Shore House Canna recreational cannabis shop in West Cape May, New Jersey.
Community

Shore House Canna, West Cape May’s boutique marijuana store, continues to ride high 2 years since opening

The county’s first cannabis shop blends surf shop charm with strict compliance, community engagement and education for customers 21 to 90.

3 days ago

A view inside the control room at PJM Interconnection, which operates the electric grid for 65 million people in 13 states and the District of Columbia. (Courtesy of PJM Interconnection)
Science

Electricity bills are going up in the Philly region. Who’s in charge of the grid, anyway?

A little-known organization called PJM Interconnection directs the flow of electricity. Here’s how its actions can impact your bills.

3 days ago

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