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Pennsylvania

Cooper the dog enjoys the snow in Fishtown, Philadelphia, Jan. 25, 2026
Weather

Philadelphia snow updates: Sleet takes center stage; latest snowfall totals

Significant snow accumulations are impacting Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.

4 weeks ago

Federal agents stand near the site of a shooting
Politics & Policy

After federal immigration agents kill U.S. citizen in Minneapolis, Shapiro, Philly-area Dems decry ICE’s ‘abuses of power’

Pennsylvania's governor said that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's "clear abuses of power are only creating danger in our communities."

4 weeks ago

Health care workers and advocates sit in a forum, most wearing the same red sweater
Health

Medicaid cuts ahead: ‘It’s going to affect everyone,’ Philly health care workers warn

PASNAP unions and 10 partner organizations have introduced a “Healthcare Bill of Rights” and are urging lawmakers to pledge support for safety net programs.

1 month ago

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Election workers process mail-in ballots for the 2024 General Election at the Chester County, Pa., administrative offices, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in West Chester, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Chester County poll book error was caused by ‘simple human error,’ investigation finds

West Chester-based law firm Fleck Eckert Klein McGarry found the county operated a system marred by inadequate training, safeguards, oversight and staffing challenges.

1 month ago

Chester Water Authority building
Courts & Law

Pa. Supreme Court rules Chester does not have unilateral power to seize Chester Water Authority

The Chester Water Authority is one of the region’s largest public water systems, serving approximately 200,000 across Chester and Delaware counties.

1 month ago

Kristen Shepherd
Education

PAFA selects Kristen Shepherd as new president and CEO, looks to lead institution ‘as a force’ in American art

With more than 25 years of experience in the arts leadership sector, Shepherd will take the reins of the nation’s oldest art museum starting on Feb. 9.

1 month ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker signs bond ordinance
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly City Council vote unlocks $800M for housing, shifting more aid to lowest-income residents

The legislative hurdle was cleared after intense pressure from Mayor Cherelle Parker opposing the changes to the H.O.M.E initiative's first phase.

1 month ago

Listen 1:06
The entrance to a school building
Education

Trump administration investigates Great Valley School District over transgender sports policies

The U.S. Department of Education’s probe into the Chester County school district is one of 18 new investigations against educational institutions across the country.

1 month ago

Listen 0:57
the School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education
6abc

20 schools in Philadelphia could close under district’s updated facilities plan

All schools impacted will have a transition team to work with the staff and community.

1 month ago

A sign for Villanova University
Community
6abc

Villanova University closed due to threat at academic building; students no longer need to be indoors

The FBI is actively investigating, along with Villanova's Public Safety Department and local law enforcement.

1 month ago

Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Reimagining society for seniors

By 2030, seniors will make up a fifth of the entire US population. How can policy makers not just adapt to, but capitalize on the changing demographics?

Air Date: January 22, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
A room with 2 beds by the window in the shelter.
Community

West Chester gets a new family shelter: ‘We will not turn our eyes away from homelessness’

The Friends Association’s new building located 825 Paoli Pike comprises an office space and a 10-unit family shelter.

1 month ago

Advocates and community members hold a vigil outside of Norristown Municipal Hall condemning ICE's actions in Montgomery County.
Politics & Policy

As ICE activity rises, Norristown residents are demanding answers over police coordination: ‘This community is under siege’

Advocates estimate ICE has detained at least 140 people in Montco since the crackdown began. “What people are seeing in Minnesota,” said one resident, “is happening here."

1 month ago

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Rental homes in Reading, Pennsylvania
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

New Pennsylvania loan program seeks to expand affordable rentals for at-risk populations

The $35 million initiative comes courtesy of the American Rescue Plan. The funding will be distributed by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.

1 month ago

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Cecil Moore, left, NAACP, leader in Philadelphia, and Dr. Martin Luther King, integration leader, raises their hands in a gesture of unity in Philadelphia August 2, 1965, where Dr. King started a two-day visit. Moore earlier had requested Dr. King not to come here but they said the controversy was “a misunderstanding.” Dr. King hailed picketing at the all-white Girard College by the NAACP served to “dramatize the problem.” African American  are attempting to break provisions of the college’s founder calling for only white students admitted. (AP Photo/Bill Ingraham )
Studio 2
Community

MLK’s deep ties to Philadelphia

King audited classes at Penn, preached in Philadelphia churches and built relationships with influential Black clergy and institutions. Can we claim the reverend one of ours?

Air Date: January 19, 2026 12:00 pm

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