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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.

2 years ago

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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.

2 years 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.

2 years 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.

2 years ago

A firefighter dragging a fire hose in front of a house completely engulfed in flames
Weather

What to know about thousands of evacuations and homes burned in Los Angeles area fires

At least 25 people have been killed and thousands of structures have been destroyed in the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history.

2 years ago

Shown in the Spanish language are
Courts & Law

Feds’ suit claims Pennsylvania city’s ‘at-large’ election system is biased against Hispanic voters

The U.S. Justice Department says Hazleton's method of electing council members citywide instead of by districts illegally dilutes the political power of its Hispanic voters.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts
Community

Eagles QB Hurts returns to practice for the first time since he suffered a concussion

Hurts threw for 2,903 yards this season with 18 touchdowns and five interceptions.

2 years ago

Fluids are controlled in an operating room in a hospital.
Health

Pennsylvania program helps overturn 50% of health insurance denials in first year, new data shows

The state’s Independent External Review program launched in January 2024 and took 517 appeals in its inaugural year.

2 years ago

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Bald eagle
Science

New Jersey removes bald eagles from endangered species list as populations soar

The state was able to delist the species because their reproductive rate over multiple years reached sustainable levels.

2 years ago

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Naim Scott sitting in the apartment with the propane heater running
Community

West Philly tenants say they’ve had no heat — and no answers — for months

Locust Towers apartment tenants say they don’t understand why they don’t have heat this winter and that their landlord is ignoring their complaints.

2 years ago

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A gas-powered hot water heater
Politics & Policy

New federal clean energy rebates are in limbo for residents of Pa., Del., and N.J.

Federal funding is still pending for 21 states, as Biden’s term nears its end. The rebates can cover heat pumps, electric stoves and insulation.

2 years ago

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the LOVE Park sign in the snow
PlanPhilly
Community

Warming centers open as safe places in Philly during cold snap

Roughly 20 sites across the city are open during the day, during the night or 24/7. City officials say everyone is welcome.

2 years ago

Offshore wind turbines are visible stretching into the distance with blue sky in the background.
Science

Delaware inks deal with US Wind worth $128 million

US Wind plans two offshore wind projects off the coast of Delmarva. The projects require running cables beneath Delaware waters, wetlands and state park land.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley
Community

The Philadelphia Eagles are in the playoffs. Here’s when, where and how to watch

With six Pro Bowlers, including star running back Saquon Barkley, the Philadelphia Eagles are looking to bring Philly another Super Bowl ring.

2 years ago

Gov. Bethany Hall-Long gives her inauguration speech
Politics & Policy

Bethany Hall-Long makes history as Delaware’s second female governor in brief stint in job

Bethany Hall-Long is the fourth Delaware lieutenant governor to briefly take on the role after the sitting governor resigns early.

2 years ago

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