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Purdue Pharma's headquarters
Courts & Law

Judge says he’ll approve opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue and Sackler family

The new agreement replaces one the U.S. Supreme Court rejected last year, finding it would have improperly protected members of the family against future lawsuits.

1 week ago

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif.
Politics & Policy

What’s next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files

The bill will most likely trigger a rarely seen baring of a sprawling federal investigation, also creating the potential for unintended consequences.

1 week ago

Audrey Strauss, acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York
Politics & Policy

Emails reveal Epstein’s network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status

Emails released by the House Oversight Committee reveal how Jeffrey Epstein maintained connections with influential figures.

1 week ago

speakers at a DEIB conference in South Jersey
Money

South Jersey business coalition stands firm on DEI, despite federal pushback

The business coalition continues to provide DEI programming for its members and said they have no intention of wavering from it.

1 week ago

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents make an arrest
Politics & Policy

Jenkintown is revising its police policy on ICE enforcement following community pushback

The policy instructs police to notify ICE under certain conditions, including if a person is arrested for a crime and is “believed to be in violation of immigration laws.”

1 week ago

Listen 1:46
Delaware State House
Politics & Policy

Delaware House passes legislation aimed at shrinking impact of federal tax breaks on state budget

Delaware lawmakers say the federal tax bill passed this summer could wreak havoc on the state’s fiscal health.

1 week ago

Listen 0:58
The Delaware County courthouse in Media.
Politics & Policy

How Delaware County plans to reduce spending in 2026 — and beyond

The Cost Containment Subcommittee of the Delaware County Budget Task Force presented a number of recommendations to the County Council.

1 week ago

Community Women’s Center
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council approves resolution recognizing abortion rights as human rights

Abortion advocates remain unhappy with Philadelphia’s decision to pull funding from abortion providers amid federal challenges.

1 week ago

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after a fall caused by an apparent heart issue

A spokesperson said Fetterman opted to remain at the hospital so doctors can “fine-tune his medication regimen.”

1 week ago

Listen 0:53
Staircase art display for the ''Ministry of Awe
Arts & Entertainment

Historic Old City bank building to become artistic fantasia in March

“The Ministry of Awe” will be an immersive art experience in Old City, opening in a former bank building March 14.

1 week ago

Listen 1:15
A sign with SNAP EBT information is posted on a store window
Politics & Policy

States scramble to send full SNAP food benefits to millions of people after government shutdown ends

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which runs the program, said that funds could be available “upon the government reopening, within 24 hours for most states.”

1 week ago

A person shops for produce at a grocery store
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphians will soon face 10-cent paper bag fee at grocery stores, markets and more

Plastic bags are already banned in Philadelphia. Paper bags will come with a fee.

1 week ago

Listen 0:55
Audrey Strauss, acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York
Politics & Policy

Takeaways from the newly released Epstein files

The documents include emails between Jeffrey Epstein and powerful people, as well as unrelated materials.

1 week ago

A person shops for produce, which is covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), at a grocery store in Baltimore, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025
Politics & Policy

The timeline for SNAP benefits remains uncertain, even as the government is set to reopen

About 42 million lower-income Americans receive SNAP benefits, on average about $190 monthly per person.

1 week ago

Starbucks store
Community

Starbucks workers kick off strike in Philadelphia, other U.S. cities on company’s busy Red Cup Day

Starbucks Workers United says the walkout will impact stores in 45 cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Minneapolis and Dallas.

1 week ago

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