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the back of A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia ‘ICE Out’ legislation: Here’s what to know as City Council weighs bills

Six of the seven bills restricting federal immigration enforcement activities in the city take effect July 7.

3 months ago

Addison Weismiller of St. Georges Tech faces off against an opponent
Community

‘It’s all gas, no brakes’: Delaware fully sanctions high school girls wrestling

The number of girls competing has nearly tripled over three seasons. Next year, the sport will have its first official state championships.

3 months ago

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Three people work on plants outside in Delaware
Community

Horticultural students graduate from ‘Branches to Chances’ program in Delaware

The return-to-work program offers residents a chance to gain gardening and landscaping skills.

3 months ago

Listen 1:08
Several panels and photos are shown in the exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia museums revisit how America was built on botany

The Academy of Natural Sciences and the Mütter Museum have exhibitions about the role of plants in nation building.

3 months ago

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yellow, green and blue records on a wall
Arts & Entertainment

Pittsburgh’s Hellbender Vinyl expands into North Philly, tapping into the city’s music scene with every groove

The Pittsburgh-based pressing plant is expanding into Philadelphia as U.S. vinyl record sales surpassed $1 billion last year.

3 months ago

Listen 1:41
A person adjusts their thermostat
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania residents have an extra month to apply for heating assistance

Households faced higher heating bills this winter, as natural gas prices rose faster than inflation over the past year.

3 months ago

Listen 0:50
Headshots of the five candidates for New Jersey's 4th Congressional District race
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: These 4 Democrats are competing to unseat Jeff Van Drew in Congress

The 2nd Congressional District is among South Jersey’s most closely watched races. Here’s what you need to know.

3 months ago

An aerial view of the Grays Ferry parking garage on the 2900 block of Grays Ferry Avenue
Community

Demolition continues at collapsed Grays Ferry parking garage as officials stress safety and patience

Crews spent Saturday tearing down unstable sections of the partially collapsed garage. The collapse on Wednesday killed three members of Ironworkers Local 401.

3 months ago

Matt Meyer speaks
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers move to codify budget advisory council after governor removes member for appearing to question his staff

Gov. Matt Meyer's controversial firing of former chair Michael Houghton is motivating lawmakers to make the group permanent.

3 months ago

Scarlet Tanager in the wild
Science

‘The Jewels of the Forest’: Scarlet tanagers proposed as Pennsylvania’s ‘migratory bird’

Scarlet tanagers migrate to Pennsylvania’s forests each year to breed before heading back to South America.

3 months ago

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The rhinestoned Din avec la main dens le miroir at the Nation of Artists exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Museum of Art and PAFA assemble one of the largest American art exhibitions

In “A Nation of Artists,” the two institutions take different paths to represent 250 years of American creativity.

3 months ago

A voter arrives at a polling place during the primary election in Philadelphia, Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: Primary voter guides, key races and more

Primary elections will take place Tuesday, May 19. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from voter deadlines to who’s on the ballot in Philadelphia and statewide.

3 months ago

A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Science

How to save a few dollars on your electricity bill in the Philadelphia region

From switching to LED light bulbs, to turning down your hot water heater, here are a few things you can do to save on your electricity bill.

3 months ago

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The World Affairs Council started the new initiative
Education

Young Philadelphians are stepping up as youth diplomats for America 250

These high school students will welcome international visitors, fostering cultural connectivity throughout the milestone event in the city.

3 months ago

Mount Airy Station in 1883
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A Mount Airy train station and former chapel will join Philly’s historic register — and be repurposed

Developer Ken Weinstein hopes to turn the Furness station into a mixed-use property and convert Blue Bell Mission into a single-family home.

3 months ago

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