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Science

Montco pipeline spill cleanup continues; officials say air monitors have not detected elevated levels of toxic pollution

State and federal environmental officials say air monitoring has “not detected elevated levels” of toxic pollutants after a pipeline was hit last week.

5 days ago

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Pat Case and Journeywork founder Paige Menton discuss plants in Case’s Mount Airy garden.
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Community

‘Pollinator Palooza’ helps Philly-area homeowners turn their lawn into native habitat

Residents can sign up through Nov. 20 for discounted native plants and a planting guide.

5 days ago

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Courts & Law

Delaware AG charges teens with attempted murder after Newark mass shooting on Halloween

The two suspects are charged with multiple offenses, including seven counts of attempted murder in the first degree.

6 days ago

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Courts & Law

Former Upland police chief accused of collecting more than $50,000 in unworked overtime and special assignments

According to the criminal affidavit, former Upland Police Chief Michael Irey was seen near a bar in Media when he was scheduled to be conducting a DUI patrol.

6 days ago

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Urban Planning

Philly Habitat for Humanity project will overhaul blighted East Germantown rentals

The townhomes will become homeownership units after becoming vacant in 2006.

6 days ago

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Shirley Emehelu speaking at a press conference after her appointment as liutenant governor for New Jersey.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill names Shirley Emehelu, the acting secretary of state, as new lieutenant governor

Dale Caldwell recently resigned from the position after a probe found he committed sexual harassment and ethics violations. Emehelu will also remain secretary of state.

6 days ago

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Stacey Chamburger and Johnny Perez-Gonzalez speaking at the resource fair
Community

WHYY ‘pop-up’ newsroom and foster care resource fair coming to Wilmington

Pop-up events allow our newsroom to build stronger relationships with the communities we cover and dive into the issues that impact residents’ everyday lives.

6 days ago

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Community

Public Advocate seeks ‘full and public investigation’ of PGW CEO’s freebies following WHYY’s report

The Public Advocate, who represents the interests of PGW ratepayers, said the Gas Commission should “conduct a full public investigation” into PGW’s CEO actions.

6 days ago

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Dr. Aaron Richterman
Health

Philly patients with HIV more likely to follow treatment plans after receiving SNAP benefits

Researchers say the findings show that even though modern HIV medicines are "biomedical miracles," issues like food insecurity can interfere with their effectiveness.

6 days ago

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Sherry Hulse holds one of the baby possums she is helping rehabilitate this winter in Ellendale,
Community

These Delaware volunteers care for injured squirrels, opossums and other wildlife at home. They want to build the state’s first rehab center

One wildlife rescue group fielded thousands of calls in 2025. As development shrinks natural habitats, advocates expect that demand to only grow.

6 days ago

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People are seen in the reflection of a hotel window with text written on it that says ''Let's get real about AI.''
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania wants ads to disclose AI use, but what exactly does that mean?

Amid widespread “AI slop,” a new state law aims to protect consumers from deceptive ads. But questions remain about what must be disclosed — and who's responsible.

6 days ago

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A view from the Delaware River on a bright, blue-skied day.
Politics & Policy

Camden County residents agree to tax increase to reduce sewage spills, preserve nature

Millions of gallons of raw sewage spills into Camden’s waterways because of outdated sewer systems.

6 days ago

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Community

Smash it, don’t trash it: Fishtown Neighbors Association hosts pumpkin composting ‘smackdown’

Halloween may be over, but your rotting pumpkin could still serve a purpose.

1 week ago

A New Jersey farmer wades through a pool of cranberries
Science

It’s cranberry season in New Jersey. As the climate warms, growers work to protect their iconic harvest

Extreme weather and crop diseases pose growing challenges for the state’s cranberry farmers.

1 week ago

Protestors block traffic on I-76
Community

An ‘expression of love’ or a public nuisance? Why Philly activists embrace disruptive protest to fight economic inequality

After a hunger strike and a blockade near a 76ers game, Sunrise organizers say disruption is necessary to win funding for food, housing and public services.

1 week ago

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