News
Page Menu
Latest News
Excavation underway at home in Philadelphia’s Olney section amid ongoing investigation
Philadelphia police said they are excavating a pipe at the residence along the 400 block of Chew Avenue.
43 minutes ago
Philly-based artist completes his World Cup trophy made of finger and toenails
Clancy Philbrick used around 8,000 nails donated by over 200 people from around the world for his critique on colonial labor exploitation and the global wealth divide.
4 hours ago
The birth of American fine art: Philly celebrates the nation’s first art museum and school
The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts has been inspiring our country’s creatives since 1805.
6 hours ago
Jersey Shore on a budget: Free beaches, affordable getaways and more
From free beaches to miniature golf and summer events, here's how families can enjoy the Jersey Shore without spending a fortune.
10 hours ago
Pa. Medicaid now covers abortion, but for how long? AG, pro-life groups wage an appeals fight
Medicaid coverage for abortion services begins as Pennsylvania’s attorney general seeks to reinstate the state's ban on using public funds for abortion.
11 hours ago
As utility rates continue to rise in Pa., a coalition is pushing for renewables to rein in costs
About 1 in 4 Pennsylvania families report difficulty paying their energy costs. One in 20 are carrying an average of $1,200 in utility debt.
20 hours ago
The governor said fewer than 400 people wound up casting ballots illegally, and that the vendor responsible for the error is being replaced.
22 hours ago
Gov. Shapiro highlights life sciences growth with visit to Philadelphia biotech incubator
The $125 million Innovate in PA 2.0 initiative aims to help startups grow, commercialize new technologies and keep life sciences companies in Pennsylvania.
1 day ago
Philly-area police launch aggressive-driver campaign to reduce highway fatalities
Extra patrols and more enforcement actions aim to reduce traffic deaths in the Philadelphia region.
1 day ago
How Philly band’s viral kickball commentating is helping to build a following
Mid Sentence is using the popular social videos to vibe with its community and promote its debut album.
1 day ago
Summer not in the city: a Philly day trip guide
With summer in full swing, you may be looking for your next vacation spot. We put together a list of day trips you can take from the city.
1 day ago
Leave something on the train, bus or trolley? Here’s how to find it on SEPTA
At least 1,000 items are left by passengers on SEPTA each month. Most of them are recovered by their owners.
1 day ago
Listen 2:00Delaware confirms second measles case after reporting first infection in over a decade one day prior
Officials say both cases are in unvaccinated adult males in Kent County. Contact tracing is underway to determine any more exposures.
2 days ago
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle and Mayor Cherelle Parker lauded the city’s explosion onto the world stage, but contended the Trump administration is reducing global goodwill.
2 days ago
Listen 1:11Delaware bans private equity hospital purchases, expands health care access
Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend says his legislation phases in price caps on hospitals and strengthens primary care access.
2 days ago
Listen 0:57Want a digest of WHYY’s programs, events & stories? Sign up for our weekly newsletter.















