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A Benjamin Franklin impersonator uses an umbrella to stay out of the sun in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Weather

Philadelphia heat wave: City extends emergency through Sunday amid ‘dangerously hot conditions’. Here’s what to know

“This is not the kind of heat event we see every year,” the National Weather Service reported, adding it may be the hottest period the region has experienced since 2011.

2 days ago

A person walkng down the street with an umbrella to get out of the sun
Weather

Forecasters cite ‘dangerous’ conditions as heat scorches Midwest while on its way to the East

Norristown, Pennsylvania, 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Philadelphia, canceled a Saturday parade because of the weather.

2 days ago

Newlyweds posing for a photo while a Croatia fan crashes the picture behind them.
Community

Meet the Philly couple who had their wedding photos crashed by Croatian World Cup fans

Ashton and Zach Smith just wanted the quintessential photos outside City Hall. Now the newlyweds are one of the viral fan moments of soccer’s biggest celebration.

2 days ago

Supreme Court building
Courts & Law

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

During arguments in April, both conservative and liberal justices questioned the order’s legality in a momentous case that was magnified by Trump’s unprecedented attendance.

2 days ago

A painting of George Washington
Arts & Entertainment

Hamilton’s historic First Bank reopens as Philly museum in time for semiquincentennial

The 229-year-old classical building on 3rd Street has been closed to the public for decades.

2 days ago

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A table with information about the gardens.
Community

‘Rewilding Philadelphia’ greening project brings pocket forest to Kensington

A coalition of conservation groups and artist Pete Angevine plan to plant 1,500 trees on a vacant lot.

2 days ago

The Supreme Court building.
Courts & Law

Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting Trump-led challenge

The outcome spares officials the headache of changing their ballot rules just a few months before the 2026 midterm congressional elections.

3 days ago

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents make an arrest
Politics & Policy

Under Trump, immigration arrests surge in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey

New Jersey and Pennsylvania rank among the 10 states with the most immigration arrests during the first 14 months of President Donald Trump’s second term.

3 days ago

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Janaylon Wright, of Philadelphia
Health

After months of unanswered pain, a Philly woman learned she had Stage 3 colon cancer. Now she’s pushing for equitable care

Medical advances mean that more people are surviving cancer. But not everyone is benefiting from those gains equally, a new report shows.

3 days ago

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Water is spraying from an opened fire hydrant
Weather

Dangerous heat and a few thunderstorms are possible around Philadelphia on the Fourth of July

Feels-like temperatures could reach as high as 110 degrees Wednesday through Friday. Storms could dampen July Fourth fireworks shows.

3 days ago

A small house that serves as an accessory dwelling unit
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Backyard homes and basement apartments could become easier to build in Pa. Here’s why

Accessory dwelling units would help close the gap of affordable rentals, supporters say.

3 days ago

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Protesters, including Alyssa Bigbee of Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

‘Hurts us to the core’: Institutions tell Philadelphia’s history of slavery amid Trump censorship threat at President’s House Site

As the Trump administration moves to take down panels on slavery at Independence Mall, local institutions are affirming their dedication to telling a full history.

3 days ago

Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen addresses measles cases
Health

Pennsylvania measles outbreak tops 70 cases as health leaders pledge to get spread ‘under control’

The most recent measles outbreak started in the area of Lebanon and Lancaster counties in late April. Cases now span six counties.

4 days ago

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Croatia's Nikola Vlasic (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's second goal
Arts & Entertainment

Croatia tops Ghana in Philly’s final World Cup group stage match

After packed crowds for five group stage games in South Philly, excitement is building for what could be a marquee matchup on the Fourth of July.

4 days ago

Matt Bellamy of Muse performs at the Shaky Knees Music Festival
Arts & Entertainment

5 concerts in the Philadelphia region not to miss in July

With summer concert season in full swing, live music is heating up in July. Here are five acts to catch when they come through the region.

4 days ago

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