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The Benjamin Franklin Bridge and the Philadelphia skyline are shrouded in haze, Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Intense Canadian wildfires are blanketing the northeastern U.S. in a dystopian haze, turning the air acrid, the sky yellowish gray and prompting warnings for vulnerable populations to stay inside.

Wildfire updates: Smoky conditions improve across the Philly region

Here's what you need to know about the wildfire smoke and air quality situation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

4 months ago

Cherelle Parker's supporters celebrate at Laborers Local 332 as she pulls ahead in the race for mayor of Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)

Politics & Policy

Election 2023 updates: Parker makes history; some Philly races too close to call

Follow along for live special coverage on the 2023 primary election.

4 months ago

Pennsylvania state Rep. Leanne Krueger makes an announcement in Philadelphia on Nov. 9, 2022.

Politics & Policy

Election 2022 updates: Dems look to take Pa. state House

11 months ago

State Sen. Doug Mastriano, R-Franklin, a Republican candidate for Governor of Pennsylvania, speaks at a primary night election gathering in Chambersburg, Pa., Tuesday, May 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Politics & Policy

Pa. election updates: Mastriano wins GOP nomination for governor

1 year ago

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