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Gov. Josh Shapiro spoke at Citizens Bank Park
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Shapiro touts $30 million to ease traffic around South Philly Sports Complex

A $15 million on-ramp to I-76 will open in 2028, helping fans avoid getting stuck in gameday traffic.

3 weeks ago

The empty building where the development will be.
Urban Planning

‘Yes in God’s backyard’: Upper Merion church transforms vacant building into affordable housing

Construction on the 20-unit rental complex is expected to be completed by early 2027.

3 weeks ago

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Five women from the Brandywine Roller Derby team, wearing athletic clothes, kneepads, elbow pads, and wrist guards are in the middle of practicing for roller derby. They are also wearing helmets, which have a variety of colorful stickers on them.
Community

WHYY wins 6 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards

Honorees were recognized for excellence in digital and audio works that touched on health care concerns in Delco, bluegrass music in Bucks and more.

3 weeks ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at an election night watch party in Warminster, Pa., Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Science

Gov. Shapiro announces plan to attract ‘responsible’ data center development

The plan would require data centers seeking tax incentives to mitigate their impacts on the environment and electric grid.

3 weeks ago

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a sign for Swarthmore College
Education

Swarthmore College to cover tuition for students from families making less than $200,000 annually

The Swarthmore Tuition Guarantee is only available to domestic students.

3 weeks ago

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Exterior of Moshannon
Community

Pennsylvania advocates call on ICE to release Moshannon detainee for medical treatment

Izzy Aly, a Florida resident and Egyptian national, was detained in December 2025. His medical condition requires “urgent” care, according to a coalition of advocates.

3 weeks ago

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a person measuring the ground
Science

The U.S. Forest Service wants to move west and close regional offices, including 4 in Pennsylvania

Scientists, foresters and some in the lumber industry are concerned about losing important programs that only the Forest Service can do.

4 weeks ago

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Scott France, executive director of the Montgomery County Planning Commission, stands in a suit
Community

Montgomery County backs 16 community projects to improve trails, public spaces

The initiatives range from restoring native plant species in Abington Township to rehabilitating Lansdale’s historic freight house to serve as the borough’s welcome center.

4 weeks ago

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia and his wife, center, hold hands as people rally in support of him at a news conference outside federal court
Courts & Law

Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported

Abrego Garcia's mistaken deportation to El Salvador last year became an embarrassment for President Donald Trump’s administration when it was ordered to return him to the U.S.

4 weeks ago

Voting booths set up on election day
Politics & Policy

Montgomery County townships approve charter updates, open space tax

Voters in Horsham and Lower Salford approved charter changes and an earned income tax increase for land preservation in Tuesday's primary.

1 month ago

Listen 1:08
Chris Rabb speaks
Politics & Policy

Pa. primary election 2026: Here’s who won and who lost, plus full results

Pennsylvania’s primaries will tee up high-stakes midterms in November, with Democrats hoping to retake control of Congress.

1 month ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at an election night watch party in Warminster, Pa., Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Politics & Policy

Shapiro-backed Democrats win House primaries in Pennsylvania swing districts the party hopes to flip

The U.S. House campaigns will put Pennsylvania on the front lines of Democratic efforts to retake control of Congress and block the last two years of Trump’s agenda.

1 month ago

Bob Harvie, Pennsylvania congressional candidate, arrives to speak at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's election night watch party in Warminster, Pa., Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Politics & Policy

Bob Harvie wins Democratic primary for Pa.’s 1st Congressional District

Harvie will face off against Republican U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick this fall in one of several key contests that Democrats hope will gain them a majority in the U.S. House.

1 month ago

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Chris Rabb looks on
Politics & Policy

Election 2026 live updates: Rabb wins Pa.’s 3rd District primary, Harvie wins 1st; full results

Follow along for live special coverage on the 2026 primaries, including closely watched congressional races in Philadelphia and in Bucks County.

1 month ago

Voters wait in line to cast their ballots at Scranton High School in Scranton, Pa., on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: Primary voters are heading to the polls. Here’s what to know

Among the closely watched U.S. House races: The 3rd Congressional District in Philly and the 1st Congressional District in Bucks County.

1 month ago

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