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Burned remains of the home
Community

What to know about Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the alleged arson at his official residence

A security assessment is underway and fundraising is in the works to help cover the cost of the damage. Shapiro says President Donald Trump called him to see how he was doing.

4 weeks ago

Workers dig up the street to fix the gas leak.
Science

Gas industry group that includes PGW lobbies against federal funding for Philadelphia and state

The American Public Gas Association wants Trump to limit funds for cutting carbon emissions. Philadelphia Gas Works is its largest member.

4 weeks ago

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Ken Kearns and Lisa Borowski posing on the platform at at the train station
Money

Main Line business leaders say proposed SEPTA cuts would be ‘absolutely devastating’

The president of the Wayne Business Association says the potential elimination of the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail line would be catastrophic for the local economy.

4 weeks ago

Philly PHLASH bus
Urban Planning

Philly PHLASH adds 2 new bus stops, helping locals and visitors ‘explore every single attraction’

The bus service stops at 17 popular sites in Philly. SEPTA Key holders, kids 4 and under, and seniors can ride for free.

4 weeks ago

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro
Community

Harrisburg man to be charged with attempted murder of Gov. Josh Shapiro for setting fire to official residence

The fire broke out overnight on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover, which Shapiro and his family had celebrated at the governor's official residence.

4 weeks ago

A parking ticket sits on the windowshield of a car.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Ticketing of parked cars on Philly street sweeping routes starts again Monday

Cars parked during “no parking” hours along some street sweeping routes will be subject to fines of $31 starting Monday.

4 weeks ago

A voter line stretches out of the firehouse on Main Street in Moorestown Township, New Jersey.
Politics & Policy

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

New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 10. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.

4 weeks ago

A woman weaves designs with palm fronds in Philadelphia's Italian market.
Community

Philadelphia family carries on palm-weaving tradition in the Italian Market

Victoria Ciliberti is a third-generation “palm lady” sharing her craft in the Italian Market ahead of Palm Sunday.

4 weeks ago

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iPhones sit on display at a store
Politics & Policy

Trump administration says it will exclude some electronics from reciprocal tariffs

U.S. Customs and Border Protection said items like smartphones, laptops, machines used to make semiconductors and flat-panel monitors would be exempt.

4 weeks ago

A visitors look at two posters, one reading UNITED we are strong UNITED we will win and This is Nazi brutality
Arts & Entertainment

‘BOOM’: Philly Art Museum explodes with 1940s art and design

“BOOM” examines a lesser-acknowledged decade for creative innovation.

4 weeks ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Money

About 50,000 low-income Philadelphians could get their city wage taxes back, but few apply

The average income-based wage tax refund for eligible Philadelphia workers is between $300 and $400, but less than 1% of residents apply for it.

4 weeks ago

Taylor Hospital
Health

Taylor Hospital to lose home care and hospice units, union says

A spokesperson for the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals says approximately 25 employees will lose their jobs.

4 weeks ago

two signs among others read SAVE SEPTA and SAVE SEPTA NOW
Community

Transit system in ‘crisis’: SEPTA supporters rally at Philadelphia City Hall against ‘death spiral’ of proposed service cuts

Local politicians, transit workers and everyday riders expressed concern over the proposed cuts and called for more funding to cash-strapped SEPTA.

4 weeks ago

Jaron Ennis holding his championship belt
Community

Philly’s favorite boxer ‘Boots’ Ennis is bringing a big-time bout back to Atlantic City

The 27-year-old Ennis has won seven straight fights overall and made three straight successful title defense since he defeated Ukrainian fighter Karen Chukhadzhian in 2023.

4 weeks ago

A woman stands with a sign that reads
Courts & Law

U.S. says it needs more time to provide information on mistakenly deported Maryland man

Lawyers for the Trump administration say they’re unable to provide information on the location and status of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported.

4 weeks ago

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