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Driver presumed dead after semi truck cab plunges off Delaware Memorial Bridge
The cab was found in about 20 feet of water, a DRBA official said Friday morning.
4 months ago
Styrofoam finally off the menu at Delaware eateries, 2 years after ban passed
Food in containers made of the white plastic foam can no longer be given to diners who eat in, take leftovers or pick up takeout orders.
4 months ago
Listen 2:14The decades-old celebration on Filbert Street, led by Bassetts, returns to celebrate Philly’s favorite ice cream shops.
4 months ago
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signs bill ending ban on Sunday hunting
The governor repealed what he called an “outdated” ban on Sunday hunting, saying the change will benefit Pennsylvania’s economy.
4 months ago
Listen 0:46Shoes off at the airport? TSA appears to be giving the pesky rule the boot
For nearly twenty years, most air travelers in the U.S. have been required to remove their shoes when going through security. That requirement seems to be ending.
4 months ago
Waymo to test, but not offer, self-driving cars in Philly this summer
While a human will be in the driver's seat, for now, self-driving cars will hit the streets of Philly this summer as the company trains its autonomous vehicles.
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Princeton, N.J. ‘pop-up’ newsroom planned for July 30
N.J. residents can share story ideas, ask questions and meet WHYY reporters and editors at a “pop-up” newsroom in Princeton.
4 months ago
Sixers re-sign veteran guard Kyle Lowry as he embarks on what will be his 20th season in the NBA
A Philadelphia native, the 39-year-old Lowry played in 35 games last season for the 76ers.
4 months ago
WHYY to host pop-up newsroom at Philadelphia City Hall on July 14
The event is designed to give people a chance to speak with WHYY News reporters and offer story suggestions.
4 months ago
New online resource aims to make recycling more accessible
resourcePhilly is a search engine that allows Philadelphians to find places to bring hard-to-recycle items or donate items, among other features.
4 months ago
American garbage: What to do with our trash
It’s day seven of the Philadelphia union strike, and trash is piling up across the city residents think about the amount of garbage they create.
Air Date: July 7, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12DC33 strike enters 6th day after union and city fail to reach deal
No deal was reached between the union and the city of Philadelphia on the strike's fifth day.
4 months ago
Historic Wetherill Mansion in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square damaged by fire
One firefighter was taken to the hospital to be treated for heat exhaustion.
4 months ago
‘No Kings’ in Mount Airy: Northwest Philadelphia residents explore history on Fourth of July
Organizers of the event donned 18th century-style costumes — and drew what they said are similarities between the actions of King George III and President Trump’s policies.
4 months ago
Philadelphia’s Fourth of July celebrations clash with striking municipal city workers
AFSCME District Council 33 members protested at Fourth of July ceremonies and parades as contract negotiations with Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration continue.
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