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Independents who want to vote in Pennsylvania’s closed primaries seek help from state’s high court
“Exclusion from primary elections is the functional equivalent of losing the right to vote in those districts,” independent voters argued in a 51-page petition.
36 mins ago
Kyle Schwarber’s 3 homers in tiebreaking swing-off lift National League to All-Star Game win
Schwarber earned the MVP award, becoming the first non-pitcher MVP without a hit.
4 hours ago
Here’s what you need to know about the federal battles over education funding playing out this week — and how they'll affect Philadelphia's and Pennsylvania's schools.
5 hours ago
SEPTA cuts still looming as riders prepare to lose access to familiar routes
The transit agency is facing severe cutbacks of service and fare hikes if it doesn’t receive money from Harrisburg soon.
6 hours ago
Rite Aid closures prompt Delaware to enact patient and pharmacy protections
The state’s Department of Insurance has made requirements for health insurers and pharmacy benefit managers.
6 hours ago
Philly Youth Music Fest celebrates the city’s young talent
The second annual all-city festival drew performers from a dozen music education organizations across Philly.
16 hours ago
Crime on SEPTA drops in first half of 2025, report says
Serious crime has remained low, the report says. That includes a reduction in homicides, aggravated assaults, thefts and arsons.
17 hours ago
Chester stormwater authority must stop paying board salaries, Pennsylvania court rules
Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania Judge Matthew S. Wolf issued an order calling for the agency to reduce the size of its board and cease paying board salaries.
18 hours ago
2 dead in New Jersey after floodwaters carry away vehicle during heavy rains that hit Northeast
The heavy rains also caused flash floods in New York and south-central Pennsylvania on Monday night into early Tuesday, prompting road closures.
20 hours ago
WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom draws about 75 to share story pitches at Philadelphia City Hall
The event in City Council’s chambers gave people a chance to interact with journalists and editors and pitch ideas for future stories.
22 hours ago
Trump promotes energy and tech investments at a summit in Pennsylvania
Trump traveled to Pittsburgh at a summit helmed by Republican Sen. David McCormick that included dozens of top executives.
1 day ago
DC47, Philadelphia’s white-collar union, reaches deal with city on new contract, avoiding strike
The members of DC47 Local 2187 work in professional services in the city.
1 day ago
Heavy rains and flash flooding sweep across the Northeast, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania
A state of emergency was declared in New Jersey. The governor urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
1 day ago
Philly Fringe announces an expanded 2025 festival in September
The 29th annual Fringe Festival has more shows than ever. It begins Sept. 4.
1 day ago
Listen 1:25State lawmakers could take up more immigration-related measures next year, including limiting where ICE arrests can be made.
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