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Train from SEPTA’s Regional rail service arrives at Suburban Station, in Center City (photo by/Bastiaan Slabbers)
Education

Philadelphia School District and local colleges prepare for SEPTA cuts that could disrupt student commutes

The city school district and local colleges are making plans to help students and staff navigate SEPTA’s looming service cuts.

2 months ago

Listen 1:20
A rendering of the Stateside Live! expansion
Community

Xfinity Live! to become Stateside Live! this fall

Stateside Vodka, a liquor brand based in Philadelphia, has entered into a naming rights partnership with the entertainment venue.

2 months ago

Listen 0:45
Sarah Dziunycz speaking at Camden County Board of Commissioners
Community

Union librarians push Camden County Commissioners to intervene for ‘fair pay’ as contract negotiations stall

Negotiations have continued for several months with both sides now going to mediation to settle pay differences.

2 months ago

Listen 1:07
several old lead pipes in a wall
Education

‘Kicking the can’: Advocates say Delaware isn’t doing enough to prevent childhood lead poisoning in schools

Advocates say the state lacks transparency on school drinking water quality and attempts to remove lead contamination.

2 months ago

Listen 0:56
Hurricane Erin
Weather

New Jersey under state of emergency as Erin brings flood warnings to Jersey Shore and Delaware coast

The storm is heading away from the Mid-Atlantic coast, but is bringing high winds, big waves and coastal flooding.

2 months ago

Police gather at the Villanova University campus where an active shooter was reported Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, in Villanova, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Community

Active shooter report at Villanova University was a ‘cruel hoax,’ no injuries reported

University President Peter Donohue said police found no injuries and no evidence of a weapon.

2 months ago

Listen 1:11
Alina Habba
Courts & Law

Judge says former Trump lawyer Alina Habba has been unlawfully serving as U.S. attorney in New Jersey

U.S. District Judge Matthew Brann's decision comes in response to a filing on behalf of two New Jersey defendants who faced a trial on federal drug-trafficking charges.

2 months ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker and City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier
Politics & Policy

Neighbors help neighbors to cut down on drug activity in West Philly

The effort has police teaming up with residents to give drug dealers a message that they aren’t wanted in their neighborhood.

2 months ago

Listen 1:09
ICE agents standing in an alleyway
Community

ICE engaged in ‘standoff’ in Trenton, N.J.

ICE agents failed to gain entry to detain an unknown number of people inside a home on Bayard Street.

2 months ago

Gov. Phil Murphy discusses the Anchor property-tax relief program. (Credit/NJ Governor’s Office)
Money

New Jersey is gearing up to dispatch a new round of ANCHOR property tax relief money to homeowners and renters

Some people who qualified for an ANCHOR payment last year will have to fill out a new application. Here’s what you need to know to get your money.

2 months ago

Listen 1:07
Musical artist Jessie Murph performs on stage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Naked Bike Ride, Jessie Murph, Vegandale Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 21-24: Art & Jazz Festival in Del., a free music festival in FDR Park and the Glenn Miller Orchestra in South Jersey are among the highlights.

2 months ago

Listen 5:52
Chris Rabb speaking at an outdoor rally
Science

Philly climate activists celebrate a rare win in their battle to reform PGW

The settlement with PGW lowers the utility’s planned rate hikes, and forces the natural gas provider to hold public hearings over climate impacts.

2 months ago

Listen 1:19
a sign reads WE'RE NOT GETTING THERE WITHOUT SEPTA
Urban Planning

Ahead of SEPTA cuts, Philly tells residents to plan for extra commute times next week

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she has faith that lawmakers in Harrisburg will “find “common ground” and approve transit funding in the state’s budget.

2 months ago

Listen 0:49
A bus pulling up to a bus stop
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Bus late during an emergency? This pilot program will help you get where you need without spending a dime

The pilot enhancement will apply to riders of the 110, 111, 114 and 117 bus routes that serve the Fair Acres region.

2 months ago

Close-up shot of a speed camera attached to a light pole, with City Hall in the background
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘The most dangerous street in Philadelphia’: Speed cameras will soon go live along Broad Street

The automated devices will appear about every mile between East Oak Lane and South Philadelphia.

2 months ago

Listen 1:09
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