Explainers

We discuss how dark money shapes policy, how to curb pay-to-play corruption, and how to limit the influence of billionaire donors.

As Americans struggle to afford rising utility bills, many are forced to choose among paying for energy, food and medical care.

This time around, organizers are mobilizing early voters in November’s high-stakes midterm elections.

“There was a big push to not be known as the dinosaur museum,” said one laid-off worker. That shift came with a cost, ex-staffers say.

The surging popularity of a supplement called kratom is shedding light on the murky regulatory landscape occupied by so-called 'gas station drugs.'

No one likes getting stuck on hold or having to negotiate with a chatbot... and yet it feels harder and harder to avoid.

Block parties, fireworks and a star-studded concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway are on the calendar for a celebratory summer.

According to a recent Gallup poll, 45% of Americans now consider themselves independent. What's behind the rise?

We're diving into the top local news stories impacting Philadelphians.

A recent Supreme Court decision is shaking the American political landscape. What does it mean for the midterms and for the future of democracy?

Couples in the US are spending an about $35,000 on weddings. The pressure for a picture-perfect special day has largely been influenced by social media. Is the price worth it?

Health experts say seasonal affective disorder symptoms can decrease in April and May, though they may not disappear entirely.

Millions gathered across the U.S. last year as part of the demonstrations against the Trump administration. More will take place this weekend.

Only a third of Americans say they feel financially prepared and just over half have retirement savings accounts. So what should you do if you're feeling behind?

A report detailing the “troubling connections” between the music behemoth and concert venues was released the same day the trial resumed. Here's what to know.