
Environment
What to know about the chemical contamination at Bartram’s Garden
A portion of trail remains closed after testing found small amounts of contamination on the property. Evidence shows similar contamination documented two years ago.
7 months ago
Listen 1:13‘Creepy crawlies’ fiesta: Philly’s Bug Fest returns
The annual celebration includes all things insect-related. This year, certain events will include American Sign Language translations.
7 months ago
Debby finally moves out of the US, though risk from flooded rivers remains
Officials in Tioga County in north-central Pennsylvania said Saturday that a search and rescue operation was going on for one person unaccounted for in the Knoxville area.
7 months ago
Debby brings threat of tornadoes and flooding to the Philadelphia region
Episodes of heavy rain and damaging wind are possible Friday. Sunny skies should return Saturday.
7 months ago
Here’s what Tim Walz did on climate change as Minnesota governor
Climate change advocates heaped praise on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
7 months ago
Harris’ views on key issues over the years
In her campaign against former President Trump, VP Harris is touting her accomplishments, while also charting her own path forward.
7 months ago
Here’s how Tropical Storm Debby will impact the Philly region
Some areas have already seen a month’s worth of rain this week.
7 months ago
Listen 1:06Legal bills top $4.2M in fight over key Pa. climate change program
The Shapiro administration and legislative Republicans are on opposite sides of court cases involving the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
7 months ago
MACH2 leaders say the business networking events don’t preclude community engagement. Activists say they’re an example of exclusivity.
7 months ago
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses, per the National Weather Service.
7 months ago
Clean energy advocates say the city is trying to block transparency regarding PGW’s budget process. The city says it needs to make the process more efficient.
7 months ago
Advocates cheer new standards that could save horseshoe crabs from bloodletting
Up to 1 million horseshoe crabs in the U.S. are harvested for biomedical purposes. A synthetic alternative could mean less harvesting of the “living fossils.”
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Listen 1:15Camden officials are now offering residents money for reporting illegal dumpers
Tips that lead to the arrest and conviction of illegal dumpers can earn up to $1,000.
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Listen 1:01So many electric vehicles in Philly, but so few chargers
The federal government is investing in EV infrastructure, but very slowly.
7 months ago
In Pa., spotted lanternflies’ knack for hitchhiking is proving crucial to their staying power
The invasive insect appeared in Pennsylvania 10 years ago and continues to spread west, as far away as Illinois.
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