Imagine nearly every seat in Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center − over 20,000 seats − are empty. That’s the scale of Pennsylvania’s projected shortfall of registered nurses by 2026, …
Spring has sprung, and with it comes “kitten season” — that time of year when animal shelters are flooded with orphaned kittens. Since the little ones are especially vulnerable to illness, they …
A man accused of setting fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Harrisburg residence “admitted to harboring hatred towards” Pennsylvania’s chief executive, investigators said in court documents filed …
The Philadelphia Water Department has proposed a two-year rate hike for all residents, but before it gets the green light, Philadelphians have a chance to voice their opinions. The Philadelphia …
In less than a month, travelers – at Philadelphia International Airport and around the country – may be turned away from boarding a domestic flight if their only form of identification is a …
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited the Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) on Thursday to speak directly with port officials, business leaders, and workers about the impact of new federal tariffs on their …
Authorities apprehended a suspect after a suspected arson forced Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family out of their official Harrisburg residence early Sunday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said. …
Two Time Lombardi Trophy winner, former Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham brought the party to Ladder 15 in Center City on Saturday, April 12, to celebrate the official launch of Crooked Tea, a new …
Last month, Mayor Cherelle Parker laid out a $2 billion housing plan, describing the effort as the “largest single investment in housing in Philadelphia’s history.” The complex budget — known …
SEPTA presented a plan Thursday to cut nearly half of its public transit service – eliminating dozens of bus routes and Regional Rail lines – if state lawmakers do not act to help cover the …
April is National Poetry Month, and the Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a variety of events and programs to honor the power of poetry. Launched in 1996 by the Academy of American Poets, this …
Evil Genius Beer Company knows how to brew a good beer—and how to throw a fun block party. This weekend (April 12), both Philadelphians and their furry friends can head to the Fishtown locale to …
Philly is a city full of culinary treats, but at Sapore, you can pair it all with the city's widest selection of limoncello and a water-side view. Nestled inside River's Casino (in the former …
Lawmakers and advocates on Wednesday urged Philadelphians to approve a new oversight mechanism that they believe will increase transparency and accountability within the city’s jails. A question on …
A 14-year-old boy was shot in the back while walking home Tuesday night in West Philadelphia, authorities said. The shooting happened just after 10:45 p.m. on the 5600 block of Race Street, …
In honor of National Second Chance Month, I’ve decided to spotlight Assata Thomas, the Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Reentry Partnerships (ORP), whose leadership and lived …
Nearly 13% of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposed operating budget is set aside for police, more than any other municipal department. Her plan allocates $872 million to the Philadelphia Police …
Tax day is just a week away. While many Americans have already submitted their 2024 returns, a large amount — estimated to be between 20-25% of all Americans, according to the Internal Revenue …
Tuesday, April 8, marks National Zoo Lovers Day. For those in and around Greater Philadelphia, there's no better place to celebrate than the Philadelphia Zoo. Those looking to enjoy and support their …
“At least three” international students at the University of Pennsylvania had their legal immigration status revoked, college administrators said Monday. University officials added, “At this …
