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Newark denies proposal to build baseball field in Delaware park after opposition
City Council voted against a proposed baseball field at Folk Memorial Park after strong community opposition and environmental concerns.
4 months ago
Montgomery County’s children are stuck in a state of stagnation, report finds
A report from Children First reveals key factors for childhood success in Montgomery County have not improved over the past 10 years.
4 months ago
Listen 1:10West Philly Tool Library lets you ‘test-drive’ a gas-less cooktop before taking the plunge
Induction stoves are healthier and more efficient than gas, but they can be pricey. This tool offers an affordable way to try them out.
4 months ago
Listen 1:49The average electric bill will increase by at least $20 because of the state’s annual energy auction.
4 months ago
Listen 0:44Feb. 13-16: A Black history concert in Del. and a hometown birthday bash for Pink Sweat$ in Center City are among weekend event highlights.
4 months ago
Listen 5:20Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro sues over Trump administration spending freezes on grants and loans
Shapiro filed the lawsuit despite the fact that federal courts have repeatedly rejected the Trump administration's sweeping pause on federal funding.
4 months ago
Watch: The Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl 59 victory parade
The Birds gave the Chiefs a shellacking in New Orleans. Now, it’s time to celebrate.
4 months ago
What to know about the federal workforce under Trump
Here's what to know about the federal workforce, its job protections and the process of cutting back on its ranks.
4 months ago
Trump administration set to purchase $400M worth of armored Teslas
It comes as ethics experts raise conflict of interest questions about the chief executive of Tesla, Elon Musk, who is a top White House official.
4 months ago
Eagles WR A.J. Brown surprises boy who protected sister after plane crash
Andre Howard, 10, was in the car with his father and siblings when the crash shook the busy area near the Roosevelt Mall.
4 months ago
Philly children are exposed to dangerous lead more often than in other cities, analysis finds
An analysis by Drexel researchers found the highest-risk cities had higher rates of poverty, a higher percent of Black residents and more old homes.
4 months ago
Listen 1:14Mayor Parker says tax reform and affordable housing are priorities in 2025
Mayor Cherelle Parker shared a glimpse about priorities for her second year in office at a Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia event.
4 months ago
Independence Blue Cross began limiting coverage of GLP-1 drugs on Jan. 1 to some medical conditions, but not obesity or weight loss.
4 months ago
Listen 1:42Un nuevo sitio web ofrece recursos sobre los derechos de los estudiantes inmigrantes, incluido un ejemplo de políticas que afirma el compromiso de proteger a todos los estudia
4 months ago
70 gallons of gasoline spill in Cheltenham, infiltrate sewer system and Tookany Creek
According to the township, the situation is “under control” — but some residents can expect to smell gasoline and the odor of dead fish for the next few days.
4 months ago