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Urban Planning

Philadelphia Parks and Rec head says she authorized Phillies’ unpermitted turf field for 250th celebrations

A former DEP commissioner says the city did not have the authority to skirt state laws in order to make the 250th anniversary deadline.

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fringe Festival and Doylestown Arts Festival headline a weekend of theater, live music and art in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Sept. 11 - 13: “A Few Good Men” in Del., Fringe Fest in Philly and It’s Iconic Tour in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

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Community

Support is growing for the South Jersey woman trying to keep her property in an eminent domain fight

After learning about Dawn Robinson’s plight, a state senator helped to create a legal defense fund for landowners under siege.

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Donald Trump speaking at a podium on stage in Dallas.
Courts & Law

Appeals court hands Trump a loss on mail voting as Supreme Court considers his executive order

The decision Thursday by a panel of the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals comes even as the Supreme Court is already considering the same case.

1 day ago

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Politics & Policy

Chester scores $100 million investment, Gov. Shapiro says

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday announced a $100 million investment effort for the cash-strapped city of Chester.

1 day ago

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Politics & Policy

‘Politics of contempt’: Republican Utah governor joins Pa. Gov. Shapiro to push back against hateful rhetoric and partisanship

The governors said political disagreement is essential to democracy, but warned that dehumanizing rhetoric is contributing to violence and eroding trust.

1 day ago

Phantom BC captain Kelsey Plum shoots over Breeze BC's Cameron Brink
Community

Unrivaled returns to Philadelphia in 2027 after record-setting women’s basketball games last year

The three-on-three women’s league will set up shop at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Feb. 15, 2027. Tickets go on sale today at 4 p.m.

1 day ago

Craig Williams and Elizabeth Moro are seen in side-by-side photos
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: What to know about the 160th House District race in Chesco and Delco

Republican incumbent state Rep. Craig Williams is facing a challenge once again from Democratic candidate Elizabeth Moro.

2 days ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia developers are seeking more building permits for new rentals. Here’s why

The uptick is raising questions about Philadelphia's broader identity as a city of homeowners.

2 days ago

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Republican Mike Murphy and Democrat Brian Munroe are seen in side-by-side photos
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: What to know about the 144th House District race in Bucks County

Democratic incumbent state Rep. Brian Munroe is facing a challenge from Republican Mike Murphy.

2 days ago

Al Schmidt speaking
Politics & Policy

‘Nothing has changed’: Pa. election chief says voting will continue as usual despite Trump mail ballot limitation efforts

Secretary of State Al Schmidt addressed speculation over mail-ballot restrictions and disputed claims about noncitizen voters.

2 days ago

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Education

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro signs legislation guaranteeing 30 minutes of recess to elementary students

The governor signed a bill Wednesday that was approved by the state legislature as part of the 2026-27 budget.

2 days ago

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Urban Planning

Delmarva Power’s rate hike request slammed as ‘largest in Delaware history’

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer says the average annual Delmarva Power bill went up nearly $400 over the past five years.

2 days ago

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FCC approves transfer of WPSU to WHYY

WHYY is inching closer to owning and operating WPSU.

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In side-by-side pictures, New Castle County Councilwoman Dee Durham sits at a desk on the left while Democratic County Council candidate Kyle Grantham, right, poses for a headshot
Politics & Policy

Delaware candidate says elected official raised possibility of getting him a nonexistent government job if he didn’t run

County Councilwoman Dee Durham supports Kyle Grantham’s primary foe but says he’s “twisting our conversation” about potential post.

2 days ago

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