Outdoors
Philly’s Southeast Asian Market bounces back a week after microburst storm destroys inventory
A week after severe storms devastated vendor stands and inventory, the market bounced back and drew in customers.
1 day ago
Reprieve from wildfire smoke expected to come over the weekend, meteorologists say
Rainfall and a change in wind direction are expected to push the smoky air away from Philadelphia.
3 days ago
Philly pools closed, trash pickup canceled due to very unhealthy air
Wildfire smoke is bringing very unhealthy air pollution to the Philadelphia region. Officials say everyone should avoid optional outdoor activities.
4 days ago
Listen 0:58Wildfire smoke sparks Code Red air quality warning for Pennsylvania
Air quality in the Philadelphia region is forecast to be unhealthy for everyone Thursday. Officials advise limiting outdoor activities.
5 days ago
Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park devastated by ‘microburst’ storm
The South Philly market is soliciting donations to help vendors who “watched their businesses get destroyed in real time.”
1 week ago
Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants
Tales of adventure from the wild — in search of lost and elusive species.
Air Date: July 10, 2026
Listen 49:34Levee plan not viable for Philly’s flood-prone Eastwick neighborhood, says U.S. Army Corps
Earlier this year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that the formally proposed levee would be downsized. Now they say the levee is not feasible.
2 weeks ago
The Philadelphia Zoo’s bears got a dream home makeover
A $25 million renovation to the new Carey Bear Country lets endangered bears swim, play and explore new spaces.
2 weeks ago
Want to grow native plants? This Hopewell Twp. group will help you get started
The Hopewell, NJ Native Plant Swap group gives away plants and seeds, and teaches newbies how to garden.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:03Pa. residents revive colonial-era practice by growing a ‘square yard’ of flax
The PA Flax Project promotes the revitalization of the industry as a climate-friendly crop that could be used to make the sustainable plant-based fiber linen.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:01Temperatures in Greater Philadelphia are expected to reach over 100 degrees during World Cup games and America’s semiquincentennial events.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:053 decades in the making, Delaware lawmakers pass measure to protect state’s wetlands
The legislation will create a tiered permitting system for development based on how critical a nontidal wetland is.
3 weeks ago
Dangerous heat and a few thunderstorms are possible around Philadelphia on the Fourth of July
Feels-like temperatures could reach as high as 110 degrees Wednesday through Friday. Storms could dampen July Fourth fireworks shows.
3 weeks ago
How to protect yourself — and your yard — from ticks
Experts say this summer is shaping up to be the worst tick season in a decade — and a lot of bites are happening in people's own backyards.
4 weeks ago
Listen 0:54City of Chester fights illegal dumping with new greening initiative for vacant lots
Residents say they hope transforming vacant lots into green spaces will help reduce illegal dumping and crime, while improving people's health.
1 month ago
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