
Philadelphia
Man shot, killed in double shooting near Independence Hall in Philadelphia
The area where this incident took place is the center of tourist activity in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Citizen scientists and Drexel researchers are testing whether planter benches make summer heat in five Philly neighborhoods more bearable.
2 years ago
‘Cracking the federal code’: New grant could help Latino businesses find money
The Truist Foundation’s $1.2 million grant will unlock federal money for small Latino businesses.
2 years ago
How students at Central High School are turning cafeteria food waste into mutual aid
Feeding Philly is going into its second year of helping North Philly teens and families fight food insecurity.
2 years ago
Concerns about the Phillies’ new facial recognition gate? Experts say it’s too soon to tell
The tech rolled out this week at Citizens Bank Park. It reportedly doesn’t store face images.
2 years ago
What’s Philadelphia doing on gun violence prevention? New guide provides updates and lays out assets
City of Philadelphia public safety leaders have made a resource guide to help point residents affected by gun violence to services.
2 years ago
Jefferson Health posts losses for second year in a row as COVID-19 relief runs low
The operating losses at Jefferson Health are just one example of how COVID relief funds running low are showing up on the balance sheets of the region's nonprofit hospitals.
2 years ago
Veteran health administrator Dr. Said A. Ibrahim named 1st Black dean at Jefferson medical school
His appointment, effective Dec. 1, was announced to the school community on Tuesday.
2 years ago
Ukraine’s flag flies above Philadelphia as nation celebrates Independence Day
Hundreds celebrated Ukraine’s Day of Independence with “great pain and sorrow,” as the country continues to fight for its freedom.
2 years ago
Listen 1:45New cafe American Grammar opens in Kensington, a thoughtfully-fashioned book-lover’s dream
For operators Terrance and Terri Wiley, building a coffee shop that encourages creativity and exploration has long been a goal.
2 years ago
The problem with North Philly’s new BigBelly trash cans
They have foot pedals! And better sensors, reportedly. But some remain unconvinced they’ll help reduce litter.
2 years ago
Philly schools will pay $300 a month to parents who drive their kids to school
The program aims to help combat a bus driver shortage.
2 years ago
‘I have the foundation now’: Habitat for Humanity to mint 6 Philly homeowners after yearlong delay
The project hit a snag in October 2021 after residents raised concerns about the development’s footprint.
2 years ago
Bucks County resident facing murder charge for hit-and-run following alleged street race
Joseph Vannauker of Levittown faces multiple charges after hitting and killing a man while going up to 70 mph during an alleged street race.
2 years ago
‘A win-win’: New repairs program seeks to stabilize Philly’s stock of affordable housing
The Rental Improvement Fund will provide forgivable and low-interest loans to small landlords who cannot afford to fix up their properties.
2 years ago