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Paintings of Harriet Tubman hang in a museum in New Jersey
History
New Jersey
Race & Ethnicity

How to explore Cape May’s overlooked Black history

From Harriet Tubman’s time in the shore town to Freedom’s Corner and a thriving Black business district, Cape May’s history is worth exploring this Black History Month.

2 months ago

Wilmington City Councilwoman Shane Darby
Delaware
Employment
Incarceration

‘Setting them up for failure’: Wilmington community members vow to fight closure of long-standing prison jobs program

Former graduates of Wilmington’s work release program say it saved their lives. It’s set to close next month.

2 months ago

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Speed cushion on the street
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
Transportation

Wrongly installed Philly speed bumps not up to standards, city controller report finds

The traffic calming measures are not up to code and some are too high, which could increase danger as drivers swerve to avoid them.

2 months ago

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the back of A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer
Immigration
Pennsylvania
Real Estate

As ICE expands its footprint, DHS is leasing a high-end office space on the Main Line

The Westlakes Office Park is about a mile away from an elementary school in Berwyn, Chester County.

2 months ago

People hold signs that read Councilmember Squilla will you keep your word? Another person holds a sign written in Chinese.
Philadelphia
Social Justice
Billy Penn

Want to be more involved in your neighborhood but don’t know the difference between a civic association and an RCO? Let us help

Registered community organizations and civic associations help residents get more involved with their neighborhood. Here’s how you can join.

2 months ago

Firefighters at the scene of a fire
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Health
6abc

Inspectors testing air quality after Grays Ferry fire; residents asked to stay indoors

The fire broke out Thursday night at a recycling facility at South 34th Street and Grays Ferry Avenue. Residents have been asked to avoid the area or stay inside due to smoke.

2 months ago

All-you-can-eat mussels from Ember & Ash
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Sex & Relationships
Billy Penn

Will Valentine’s Day 2026 help Philly restaurants snap out of a winter slump?

If the power of love isn’t enough to bring up earnings this year, restaurateurs are ready to get creative.

2 months ago

FILE - U.S. Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino walks through a Target
Immigration
Philadelphia
Protests

Protesters in Philadelphia, other cities press Target to oppose the immigration crackdown in Minnesota

One of the demands of Wednesday’s protests is for Target to deny federal agents entry to stores unless they have judicial warrants authorizing arrests.

2 months ago

School kids in Center City Philadelphia
Business
Philadelphia

Center City still moving forward with new residential, creative development, report claims

Over $2 billion worth of development is being tracked by the Center City District in both residential and commercial construction.

2 months ago

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Rowhomes in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
Aging
Philadelphia
Public Health

Homeownership rates among Philadelphia seniors remains high, but older renters face heavier cost burden

Some older Philadelphians are turning to each other for support in finding affordable housing options as they age.

2 months ago

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Guadalupe Lopez speaks at a rally
Immigration
Pennsylvania
Policing

‘Traumatized’ Montgomery County family demands probe after ICE raid in Lower Providence

Family members of Jose Manuel Cordova Lopez, who was detained in Lower Providence Township on Monday, are demanding accountability.

2 months ago

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a sign for Wilmington Airport
Delaware
Transportation
Travel

Daedalus Aviation to withdraw Wilmington Airport lease application after public outcry over ICE connections

The Delaware River and Bay Authority said it was legally required to approve the lease. But Delaware and New Jersey governors were pressured to reject it.

2 months ago

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The Cupid's Nest pop-up in Northern Liberties
Community Events
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Single on Valentine’s Day? Philly has plenty of Galentine’s parties and irreverent events to keep things fun this week

The holiday doesn’t have to mean a candlelit dinner for two. Philly has plenty of silly, fun celebrations to enjoy this February.

2 months ago

two people installing bird protections on windows
Animals
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Philly’s push to help birds avoid windows just got a windfall

Bird Safe Philly has been working to lessen bird collisions for five years. Its budget just increased tenfold.

2 months ago

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People rallying at the President's House on Independence Mall
History
Philadelphia
Protests
Billy Penn

‘I don’t need my history erased’: Rally for return of President’s House slavery exhibit draws hundreds to Independence Mall

Historians, faith leaders, politicians and tour guides denounced the federal government’s removal of the display as Philly’s lawsuit goes through federal court.

2 months ago

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