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Republicans Brian Burke and Liz Piazza are challenging Democratic incumbent Richard Womack and Joanna Phillips for two seats on Delaware County Council.

Organizers expect upwards of 20,000 people to march against President Donald Trump’s administration.

Packing a go-bag ahead of time can help your family during an evacuation.

The federal government employs more than 66,000 civilian workers in Pennsylvania — many of whom are furloughed until Congress can reach an agreement to fund the government.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blamed "a slight tick-up in sick calls" due to the shutdown.

The Phillies will be looking to add more flags to the Citizens Bank Park outfield this fall as they aim to win another NL Pennant and the World Series.

A roughly 21% fare hike will also go into effect that day.

You might look at the Schuylkill River and think it's too dirty to jump in. Contamination is a problem, but some advocates say Philly rivers are safer than some may realize.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is taking a page out of President Donald Trump's social media playbook with trolling memes and TikTok trends. Is it time for other Democrats to follow suit?

Understanding the latest research on keeping our brains healthy and sharp at any age. From diet, to exercise, technology and more, with Dr. Daniel Monti and Pam Belluck.

Tech company Waymo is testing robotaxis on streets and highways in Philadelphia. Have self-driving cars finally arrived? And would you hitch a ride in a cab without a driver?

A recent CHOP study shows mortality rates and chronic conditions have increased for young kids - obesity, sleep disturbances, pain, mental health issues, even early puberty.

AI chatbots are becoming more popular, offering people friendship, romance and even sex. Are these 'real' relationships? What do we lose without human connection?

The first national observance was shortly after the American Civil War and was then called Decoration Day. Veterans decorated war graves with blooming flowers.

The idea is planted in the sprawling tax cuts package House Republicans passed early Thursday. In a surprise move, the Senate voted this week to unanimously approve the idea.