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Community

Drag story hour at Pa. library canceled after suspicious package and threats, authorities say

A state police bomb squad later cleared the library, but police said “additional reported threats” were still being investigated.

1 year ago

Visitors look at an exhibit on the wall at the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site.
Arts & Entertainment

Eastern State Penitentiary has launched a family-friendly offering for spring break

A former Philly penitentiary, now a museum, is presenting a spring break exhibit highlighting sports and recreation behind bars.

1 year ago

A person holds up a lottery ticket
Money

Mega Millions jackpot soars to nearly $1 billion. Here’s what to know

Since three months have passed without a winner, the Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $977 million.

1 year ago

A view from below of the dome of the State Capitol building in Harrisburg, Pa., with blue sky in the background.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania lawmakers push to find out causes of death for older adults in abuse or neglect cases

Shapiro's Department of Aging has balked at the idea raised by Republican lawmakers.

1 year ago

debris on the street
Weather

Heavy rain could cause minor flooding and ponding on roads in Philly and parts of Jersey and Delaware this weekend

The National Weather Service issues a flood warning, advisory and watch, and a wind advisory for the region.

1 year ago

Micah Truman holding a container filled with soil
Politics & Policy

Human composting? Legislation allowing organic cremation heads to Del. Gov. John Carney’s desk

The legislation allows an environmentally-friendly cremation option that turns the body into soil. It passed with bipartisan support in both chambers.

1 year ago

Argentina's Nicolas Gonzalez, left, collides with El Salvador's Melvin Cruz during the first half of a friendly soccer match
Arts & Entertainment

Argentina beats El Salvador 3-0 as Philly prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

“For us as Philadelphia to be a host to players that are so ingrained in soccer worldwide is awesome,” Meg Kane, host city executive of Philadelphia Soccer 2026, said.

1 year ago

Flooding on Columbus Blvd.
Weather
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Flooding concerns tomorrow for the Philadelphia region

Rain becomes heavy at times during the middle of the day on Saturday. The heaviest rain looks to fall along the I-95 corridor and areas east of that.

1 year ago

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Education

Philly teen girls get life lessons from successful Black women at Women’s History Month luncheon

Students from el Centro de Estudiantes and Vaux Big Picture High School were inspired by community leaders and discussed mental health, education and societal stereotypes.

1 year ago

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New Philly Police officers take the oath of office as they stand on a stage.
Courts & Law

New police officers to hit the streets in Philly as city struggles to fill vacancies

The officers join Philly’s police department at a time when the Parker administration is rolling out safer streets initiatives.

1 year ago

Shown are blighted and abandoned row homes in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly City Council probes blight-busting law with hopes of change

Since its enactment in 2008, critics say Act 135 has harmed property owners in vulnerable city neighborhoods.

1 year ago

Princess of Wales
Community

Kate, Princess of Wales, says she has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy

The video announcement came after weeks of speculation spread on social media about her whereabouts and health.

1 year ago

Police academy training session
Courts & Law

Philly police face a hiring crisis. Some policies are being loosened to find more cadets

Philadelphia is already seeing the payoff of its amended fitness entry exam.

1 year ago

William Murphy
Courts & Law

Blind Wilmington man was wrongfully evicted, but judge dismisses his discrimination lawsuit

Constables put out William Murphy and his two daughters during a 2021 snowstorm under an order intended for a previous female tenant.

1 year ago

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Argentina's Angel Di Maria (left) and El Salvador's Nelson Bonilla.
Arts & Entertainment

Argentina prepares to face El Salvador in Philly in the absence of ‘irreplaceable’ Messi

The legendary captain will not lead the defending FIFA Men’s World Cup champions on the field, after he was ruled out with a hamstring injury.

1 year ago

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