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Philadelphia celebrates Día de los Muertos with thousands joining in procession
Thousands gathered in South Philadelphia for the traditional Mexican holiday that celebrates culture and ancestry.
2 hours ago
At least 6 people shot near University of Delaware, police investigating
Police in Newark, Delaware, are investigating a shooting that sent multiple people to the hospital.
9 hours ago
Ambler Theater to showcase 9 film noir classics
Tickets for individual films at NOIR CITY: Philadelphia 2026 are still available.
14 hours ago
State-regulated health insurance plans must fully cover screening colonoscopies and other preventative colon cancer tests at earlier ages.
14 hours ago
The governor, who leads his opponent in polling and fundraising, is spending his final days touring the state to campaign for U.S. House candidates.
1 day ago
A spotlight on Halloween’s roots in an ancient Celtic holiday grows in the Philadelphia region
From business owners and academics to spiritual practitioners, more people are embracing Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival that gave birth to many Halloween traditions.
1 day ago
Voters in Bridgeton, N.J., will decide whether to keep the city-funded library open
Supporters of the Free Public Library are working to defeat a surprise referendum question approved over the summer.
2 days ago
Listen 0:59At a youth engagement listening session in North Philly, Bennett heard about school conditions, civic education and the city’s response to teen takeovers.
2 days ago
Election 2026: Where do Philly-area congressional candidates stand on the arts?
From the President’s House controversy to federal arts funding, candidates weighed in on cultural issues shaping the midterms.
2 days ago
Listen 1:13Cẩm nang dành cho cử tri trẻ về cuộc tổng tuyển cử năm 2026 tại Pennsylvania
Từ hạn chót bầu cử đến các sự kiện cộng đồng và các tổ chức thanh niên, đây là những điều mà cử tri trẻ và cử tri lần đầu tiên nên biết.
2 days ago
Philly judge dismisses federal lawsuit against recently passed renter protections
Friday’s ruling comes two days before the legislation takes effect. The landlords behind the suit say they will keep fighting.
2 days ago
Executives say the telecom giant is eliminating layers of staff and expanding use of AI agents in customer service.
2 days ago
Listen 1:09U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick sues to remove Bucks County commissioner from Board of Elections
The county says there is no basis in election code for Bucks County Commissioner Diane Ellis-Marseglia’s removal from the board.
2 days ago
Listen 1:14The clocks are turning back Sunday. Here’s how you can avoid the seasonal blues
A mental health provider gives tips on how you can adjust to the new daylight hours – and how to tell the difference between seasonal blues and something more serious.
2 days ago
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