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A new report found carcinogens and lead in popular brands of synthetic hair widely used in salons. A Philly scientist says more transparency is needed for consumer safety.

The Museum of the American Revolution shows how the shifting ideals of American liberty can be traced in the historic flags of militias.

Relatives say the suspect, Cody Balmer, has struggled with mental illness. But Balmer told a judge this week that he doesn't have a mental illness.

The fire was first detected by the Belleplain Fire Tower at 12:24 p.m. Friday.

Similar legislation was vetoed last year by former Gov. John Carney, who said he had a moral objection to the bill.

That suggests multiple security failures, according to a former FBI agent who wondered why burglar alarms and motion detectors did not thwart the intruder sooner.

The Democratic governor on Thursday recounted the events after his family served a catered meal to firefighters to thank them for responding to the emergency.

Top of mind for many were the president’s efforts to reshape the federal government. Dean says Trump’s “lawless” actions are a “test of our democracy.”

Millions of tons of fabric waste are sent to incinerators or landfills every year, where they can release climate-warming greenhouse gases.

From adapting gardens and slowing down fast fashion to clean alternatives to natural gas, WHYY News profiles some innovative climate solutions in the Philly region.

A group of young volunteers was working to repair several Philly-area homes when the Trump administration halted their work a week early.

If trains along five Regional Rail lines stop running, property values in Greater Philadelphia could plummet.

Curio’s original comedy about a funeral home is superseded by the creative team’s familial cancer diagnoses, one of which is terminal.

The operator of the South Camden metal recycling complex agreed to change operations and reduce footprint, but residents are skeptical.

El sur de Delaware afronta una creciente escasez de médicos. Los líderes están considerando si una nueva Facultad de Medicina podría ayudar a cubrir esta carencia.