Explainers

No matter what your legal status is, you have certain rights in interactions with law enforcement.

Marketing companies can be pretty sneaky when trying to get new customers. Instead of straightforward sales pitches, they've turned to manipulative tactics used by cults.

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy wants cancer warnings on alcohol labels. Could updated labels, taxes, fewer liquor stores or advertising bans make Americans drink less?

The FBI said the man who intentionally drove a pickup truck into crowds on Bourbon Street early on New Year's Day acted alone.

Since 2020, Philly has consistently had one of its top 10 warmest years on record.

Christmas trees have been banned from Delaware’s landfills since 2008.

A state law governing utility termination expires Dec. 31. But the winter shutoff moratorium stays in effect.

Congress has until midnight Friday to come up with a way to fund the government, or federal agencies will shutter.

From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.

Online purchases are delivered with lots of packaging. Here’s what to do with bubble wrap, plastic mailers, packing peanuts and more.

Over the weekend, 13 suspected sightings were reported, Gov. Murphy said Monday. Federal officials say drones aren't being operated with bad intent or by foreign governments.

A Dec. 2 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that in the U.S., for example, just under 20% of eligible people have gotten the updated vaccine.

Some are concerned that Americans read fewer books than ever - but is it worth the literary panic? From BookTok to Libby, let's explore how we read -- not just how often.

Even with fewer shoppers, the mall isn't dead yet. With holiday shopping underway, some malls are finding creative ways to survive with experiences, entertainment and more.

Local nonprofits are providing free food ahead of Thanksgiving to help curb food insecurity in Philadelphia. The moms of Eagles players join in to make the holiday memorable.