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Election workers perform a recount of ballots
Politics & Policy

Independents who want to vote in Pennsylvania’s closed primaries seek help from state’s high court

“Exclusion from primary elections is the functional equivalent of losing the right to vote in those districts,” independent voters argued in a 51-page petition.

1 week ago

Philadelphia Phillies Kyle Schwarber celebrates after winning the tiebreaker at the MLB baseball All-Star game between the American League and National League, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Atlanta.
Community

Kyle Schwarber’s 3 homers in tiebreaking swing-off lift National League to All-Star Game win

Schwarber earned the MVP award, becoming the first non-pitcher MVP without a hit.

1 week ago

Josh Shapiro
Education

Gov. Shapiro sues Trump administration over withheld education funds as Supreme Court greenlights DOE layoffs

Here’s what you need to know about the federal battles over education funding playing out this week — and how they'll affect Philadelphia's and Pennsylvania's schools.

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Urban Planning

SEPTA cuts still looming as riders prepare to lose access to familiar routes

The transit agency is facing severe cutbacks of service and fare hikes if it doesn’t receive money from Harrisburg soon.

1 week ago

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Health

Rite Aid closures prompt Delaware to enact patient and pharmacy protections

The state’s Department of Insurance has made requirements for health insurers and pharmacy benefit managers.

1 week ago

The Philadelphia School District All-Star band performs at
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Youth Music Fest celebrates the city’s young talent

The second annual all-city festival drew performers from a dozen music education organizations across Philly.

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SEPTA bus
Courts & Law
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Crime on SEPTA drops in first half of 2025, report says

Serious crime has remained low, the report says. That includes a reduction in homicides, aggravated assaults, thefts and arsons.

1 week ago

Sign for Stormwater Authority of the City of Chester
Community

Chester stormwater authority must stop paying board salaries, Pennsylvania court rules

Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania Judge Matthew S. Wolf issued an order calling for the agency to reduce the size of its board and cease paying board salaries.

1 week ago

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street filled with flood debris in North Plainfield
Weather

2 dead in New Jersey after floodwaters carry away vehicle during heavy rains that hit Northeast

The heavy rains also caused flash floods in New York and south-central Pennsylvania on Monday night into early Tuesday, prompting road closures.

1 week ago

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Community

WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom draws about 75 to share story pitches at Philadelphia City Hall

The event in City Council’s chambers gave people a chance to interact with journalists and editors and pitch ideas for future stories.

1 week ago

President Donald Trump speaks at the
Politics & Policy

Trump promotes energy and tech investments at a summit in Pennsylvania

Trump traveled to Pittsburgh at a summit helmed by Republican Sen. David McCormick that included dozens of top executives.

1 week ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Urban Planning
6abc

DC47, Philadelphia’s white-collar union, reaches deal with city on new contract, avoiding strike

The members of DC47 Local 2187 work in professional services in the city.

1 week ago

Flooding is seen overhead in Upper Saucon, Pennsylvania.
Weather

Heavy rains and flash flooding sweep across the Northeast, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania

A state of emergency was declared in New Jersey. The governor urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

1 week ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fringe announces an expanded 2025 festival in September

The 29th annual Fringe Festival has more shows than ever. It begins Sept. 4.

1 week ago

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Delaware state lawmakers holding signed ICE bills
Politics & Policy

‘You belong’: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signs public safety bills limiting ICE actions inside the state

State lawmakers could take up more immigration-related measures next year, including limiting where ICE arrests can be made.

1 week ago

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