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Postal Service commits to 100% electric vehicle replacement beginning in 2026
After facing lawsuits and protests over plans to purchase new gas guzzlers, the USPS commits to all new EVs beginning in 2026.
3 years ago
Philly Archdiocese offers gifts for kids around the city at 67th annual live nativity
The party — which dates back to the 1950’s — includes all sorts of live animals, and every child who attends leaves with a gift of their own.
3 years ago
Zelenskyy to Congress: Against all odds Ukraine still stands
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a summit with President Joe Biden and an address to Congress in a bid to shore up support.
3 years ago
Jan. 6 panel prepares to unveil final report on insurrection
“The central cause of January 6th was one man, former President Donald Trump, who many others followed,” reads the report from the House Jan. 6 committee.
3 years ago
Hall of Fame running back and Burlco native Franco Harris dies at 72
His death comes two days before the 50th anniversary of The Immaculate Reception and three days before Pittsburgh is scheduled to retire his No. 32 during a halftime ceremony.
3 years ago
A Kennett Square pianist’s new holiday album offers ‘emotional catharsis’
“Morning Edition” host Jennifer Lynn sits down with composer Catherine Marie Charlton to discuss her latest release, “Simple Gifts: Solo Piano for the Holidays.”
3 years ago
Listen 8:21After leukemia diagnosis, drag performer Martha Graham Cracker is searching for a stem cell donor
The beloved drag cabaret performer has been diagnosed with leukemia. A South Street block party Wednesday will search for a stem cell donor match.
3 years ago
Spread the word: Trenton is now down to 1 hospital
St. Francis Hospital in Trenton is now operating as a standalone emergency room, under a new name, following a merger with Capital Health.
3 years ago
Philly superintendent restructures district leadership in pursuit of academic gains
Superintendent Tony Watlington announced six new sub-offices in the district’s central office and several new hires, including a new chief financial officer.
3 years ago
PHL LIVE Center Stage honors musicians during first award show in 2 years
Philadelphians full of good spirits came to World Café Live on Tuesday to see the latest talents emerging from the PHL LIVE Center stage contest.
3 years ago
Listen 1:22Federal agencies have awarded about $3.5 million in total to Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey to expand mental health and suicide crisis response.
3 years ago
Powerful quake jolts Northern California; 70K without power
Eleven injuries were reported after the magnitude 6.4 earthquake early Tuesday near Ferndale.
3 years ago
Spurred by regulators, 3M to phase out ‘forever chemicals’
The announcement Tuesday comes after U.S. environmental regulators in August designated the chemicals as hazardous substances under the so-called Superfund law.
3 years ago
Bucks County vote moves Pennsylvania closer to certifying election
Bucks County government spokesman Jim O'Malley said its Board of Elections wrapped up certification, although litigation over recount requests has not ended.
3 years ago
‘An unjust system’: Philly advocates hold 24-hour bailout ahead of the holidays
Cash bail in Philadelphia disproportionately punishes poor people and people of color, advocates say.
3 years ago