Outdoors
Early heat wave in Philadelphia region sparks concerns about heat-related illness
Heat is the top weather-related cause of death in the U.S.
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Listen 1:03What It Takes to Survive a Disaster
When disaster strikes and the chips are down, who makes it out alive?
Air Date: May 15, 2026
Listen 49:34The exhibit features multimedia installations created by 10 local artists that bring to life the once-obscure underground corridors of the water system.
1 week ago
Listen 1:22PGA Championship week tees off at Newtown Square’s Aronimink Golf Club
The major golf tournament is projected to bring 200,000 people to Delaware County this week, as well as a $125 million economic impact to the region.
1 week ago
Gardener’s guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow
Meadows and native plants have a number of benefits, including soaking up stormwater and attracting pollinators.
1 week ago
Philadelphia launches real-time flood monitoring to help Eastwick residents prepare for storms
Newly installed flood gauges will detect rainfall and water levels to help inform Eastwick residents of potential risks.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:032026 Jersey Shore beach tags: What they cost and where beaches are free
More shore towns in Atlantic and Cape May counties are moving to digital beach badges. In several communities, you can buy them before you hit the sand.
3 weeks ago
Your guide to the 2026 Broad Street Run
Philly is home to the nation’s largest 10-mile race, and its is bound to be a party this year. Here’s how (and where) you can watch this Sunday’s race.
3 weeks ago
Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report
The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits
Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:12Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations
Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:01Philadelphia to transform vacant lots into green community spaces under new pilot project
There are about 40,000 vacant lots throughout Philadelphia, according to officials.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:14Anglers help stock White Clay Creek with trout, celebrate improvements to water quality
Pennsylvania has awarded more than $17 million in grants to 89 state projects to improve water quality and support trout.
1 month ago
Listen 1:17Philadelphians who care for vacant side yards form group to push for easier land-acquisition process
The coalition wants the Land Bank to give neighbors preferential rights to apply for vacant side yards and expand eligibility.
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Listen 0:58America’s first botanical garden is right here in Philly
Bartram’s Garden existed long before our nation was founded. The park was a foundation for natural history in the U.S.
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