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Politics & Policy

Which Philadelphia-area species could be impacted by the proposed weakening of the Endangered Species Act?

Proposed changes include allowing the government to consider the economic impact before deciding whether a species should be considered endangered.

2 hours ago

Looking up at the impressive building at the entrance of the State House
Politics & Policy

New Jersey’s ‘lame duck’ session is underway at the State House in Trenton. Republicans are worried about surprise bills

Legislation considered controversial can be pushed through by the Democratic majority before the new legislative session starts in January.

2 hours ago

Netflix House, the first Netflix immersive experience location worldwide
Urban Planning

Black Friday shoppers explore new experiential offerings at King of Prussia Mall

Netflix House and Eataly are the latest examples of the trend toward retail offerings that are hands-on — and selfie-ready — at King of Prussia Mall.

14 hours ago

Matt Meyer and legislators signing the Delaware inspector general bill
Politics & Policy

Delaware seeks applicants for the new statewide Office of Inspector General

The application period runs through Dec. 15. Ideal candidates would have investigative experience.

17 hours ago

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Health

Specialized urgent care for cancer patients is becoming more accessible in Philly

As cancer treatment evolves, health systems are adapting by providing oncology urgent care clinics to patients.

1 day ago

Sonia Yoon massages and exfoliates the scalp of a client
Health

Head spas and scalp treatments are gaining popularity in cities like Philadelphia, but what are they?

Head spas are gaining a strong following among beauty influencers and wellness buffs — and their numbers are growing.

1 day ago

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Education

Can teachers spot AI writing? Penn researchers weigh in

The widespread use of AI has sparked a dilemma for teachers and professors. How do you tell the difference between assignments written by students, and those written by a bot?

1 day ago

wetlands
Politics & Policy

Delaware’s wetlands at risk as Trump administration seeks to remove protections

Delaware is the only state in the mid-Atlantic that does not have a nontidal wetland protection program that exceeds federal baseline standards.

1 day ago

Virtua registered nurse Rachel Schlichtmann checks in remotely with a patient at a computer
Health

South Jersey ‘hospital at home’ programs are restarting post-government shutdown, but face an uncertain future

Virtua Health’s Hospital at Home program provides 24/7 monitoring and health care at home for stabilized patients, but the federal waiver program is set to expire on Jan. 30.

1 day ago

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Community

Editor’s Note: WHYY launches ‘Caring for Kids,’ a civic news exercise on foster care, adoption

“I don’t think that we’re doing nearly enough for foster youth in our city. There’s so much more that can be done,” said Philadelphia City Councilmember Cindy Bass.

2 days ago

Looking up at the impressive building at the entrance of the State House
Politics & Policy

New laws will take effect in New Jersey in January 2026 – here’s what you need to know

Starting Jan. 1, the minimum wage will increase, and Garden State drivers will pay more on toll roads and bridges.

2 days ago

Parade Float at 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade
Community

Philadelphia’s Thanksgiving Day Parade brings thousands to Ben Franklin Parkway for the annual holiday tradition

Despite it being the coldest Thanksgiving in Philadelphia since 2018, thousands bundled up to watch the city’s parade.

2 days ago

cans of campbells soup
Courts & Law

Campbell’s fires executive who was recorded saying company’s products are for ‘poor people’

Campbell's said Wednesday it listened to a recording of Ballys meeting with Garza and fired Bally on Tuesday.

2 days ago

A happy turkey makes a balloon appearance at the 103rd Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade. (Emily Cohen for WHYY)
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Thanksgiving Day Parade, Eagles game, holiday shows and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 27-30: A holiday book fair in Del., Thanksgiving in Philly and the Home for the Holidays concert in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 days ago

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Community

A 2026 dinner series will ask native-born, immigrant Philadelphians to talk about citizenship

The semiquincentennial event will reach more than 1,000 Philadelphians in seven of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods.

2 days ago

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