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Dr. Sarah Qadir speaks to a crowd
Health

Einstein and Temple resident doctors in Philadelphia vote to unionize; CHOP residents narrowly vote against union

Resident doctors at major Philadelphia-area hospitals voted whether to form unions.

9 months ago

Listen 1:46
business professionals gathering
Money

Philadelphia businesses told researchers they worry about sales, labor and uncertainty about government regulation

The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce members were surveyed by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia about the economy. Here’s what they said.

9 months ago

Listen 0:55
rowhouses on fire
Courts & Law

PGW to offer free methane detectors to all customers as part of ‘landmark’ settlement

The “landmark” settlement with PUC stems from a 2019 home explosion in South Philadelphia that killed two people and caused $1.4 million in property damage.

9 months ago

Listen 1:09
John Fetterman
Politics & Policy

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman to meet with Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Fetterman was first elected in 2022 as an irreverent and unconventional progressive hero who has been unafraid to be an outsider to his party in the past.

9 months ago

(6abc)
Community

Macy’s to close Center City location, city officials paint optimistic future of Philly retail

Officials believe the mixed-use redevelopment will be ready before the Sixers arena opens down the street in 2031.

9 months ago

Joe Biden and Cherelle Parker enter the room
Politics & Policy

Philly mayor to lobby for Biden’s presidential library

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she’s ready to mount an effort to bring President Biden’s papers and other artifacts to Philadelphia.

9 months ago

Listen 1:07
Delaware River
Weather

Trenton Water Works customers advised to save water as ice builds up in Delaware River

Trenton Water Works recently spent $9 million to prevent water intake blockages, and a design flaw is likely to blame.

9 months ago

Kevin Smith and Matt Meyer
Community

Delaware volunteers honor President Carter’s legacy at Habitat for Humanity build site in Wilmington

Gov.-elect Matt Meyer joined volunteers paying tribute to Carter’s housing initiatives with hands-on service.

9 months ago

Listen 1:21
Cargo ship stuck in the river at night
Community

U.S. Coast Guard still working to free cargo ship stuck along the Delaware River

The ship ran aground in the Delaware River north of the Ben Franklin Bridge. It is carrying 45,000 tons of solar salt, according to the Coast Guard.

9 months ago

The casket of former President Jimmy Carter
Politics & Policy

Jimmy Carter lauded for his humility and service in Washington before his return to Georgia

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter was honored with the pageantry of a funeral in the nation’s capital before a second service in his tiny Georgia hometown.

9 months ago

a sportscar
Things To Do
Community

Philadelphia Auto Show, Ardmore Winter Beer Fest, Lunar New Year and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 9–12: “MJ: The Musical,” an artist showcase in Delaware and Wide World of Animals in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

9 months ago

Listen 5:15
Ruins of a home after an explosion
PlanPhilly
Community

Port Richmond residents sue PGW, PECO, city and neighbors over 2023 explosion that leveled homes

Three suits filed by residents of Miller Street accuse PGW, the city, PECO and other residents of negligence that contributed to the blast.

9 months ago

Listen 1:08
two people cross the street near City Hall
Weather

More snow expected in Philadelphia Saturday

The Philly area will be graced with another round of snow this weekend, although likely not at the levels seen earlier in the week.

9 months ago

Eiji Mizukane places a glass bottle into a paper trash bag during a North Philly cleanup
Community

How to get involved in Philly’s 2025 MLK Day of Service

Here’s a look at some of the volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia, from neighborhood cleanups and printmaking workshops to park and creek restoration efforts.

9 months ago

Jack Smith speaks
Courts & Law

Justice Department says it plans to release only part of special counsel’s Trump report for now

The department plans to release Jack Smith’s findings on Trump’s efforts to undo 2020's election results but will keep under wraps findings on hoarding classified documents.

9 months ago

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