Update: Anthony T. Smith turned himself in Thursday, April 10, the Philadelphia Police Department said.  Police identified a suspect Monday wanted in the shooting of a man last week at an East …

Philadelphia taxpayers may be eligible for an additional tax refund. The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is alerting residents that they may qualify for an Income-Based Wage Tax Refund if …

If a tree fell in Penn’s Forest — would it make a sound? The land that we now consider Pennsylvania was approximately 97% covered in forests, even before European colonization. The area …

A suspect followed a 23-year-old woman as she drove home from work, eventually shooting her in the head at around 3:15 a.m. Saturday in the Center City area, according to the PPD. Authorities …

In 2013, Phillies legend Mike Schmidt brought a mole on his hand to the attention of his physician. That conversation led to the discovery of another mole on his back, one that indicated the presence …

Three people were injured in separate shootings Saturday and early Sunday across Philadelphia, in addition to a woman who was shot in Center City after being followed home from work. Medics took …

Regional Rail riders can now use credit and debit cards to pay fares, SEPTA leaders announced Friday. In addition to physical cards, passengers can use Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay mobile …

Philadelphia is even more beautiful, thanks to local volunteers who participated in a spring cleanup this weekend. On Saturday, April 5, residents engaged in beautification efforts such as tree …

Layoffs of federal employees and cutbacks to federal agencies have direct consequences for the Philadelphia area. I am a law professor at Villanova University, and my research focuses on …

There's plenty to do, see and experience this spring at Cherry Street Pier (121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd.). The waterside locale is packed full of activations this month, with creative …

Thousands of people demonstrated Saturday afternoon in Center City as part of a nationwide movement against the policies of President Donald Trump and his senior advisor, billionaire Elon Musk. …

There are few places busier on a Thursday at 7 a.m. than Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station. Commuters stand idly surrounded by construction signs, scaffolding, and a make-shift storefronts …

The Free Library of Philadelphia is hosting a pair of workshops in the coming days to help federal workers affected by the massive cuts implemented under President Donald Trump’s administration. At …

There are a few new arrivals at the Philadelphia Zoo, and these ones are making history. Four critically endangered Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises hatched for the first time in the Zoo’s …

Funds from a $12 million federal grant to increase Philadelphia’s tree coverage that had been frozen under President Donald Trump’s administration appear to be available again, a city official …

The Philadelphia Energy Authority, which manages a popular home repair program, is asking for more city dollars to compensate for the potential loss of $20 million in federal funding, a result of …

Summer is just around the corner, and there will be plenty to do across Philadelphia. Mayor Cherelle Parker and city officials on Wednesday announced local programs and activities for the 2025 …

This spring marks the start of some new experiences in the city, including Sandbox VR, a full-body virtual reality venue set to open in Philadelphia this month. The concept comes from LOL …

The Democrats have been under intense pressure to find an effective way to challenge US President Donald Trump without control of either chamber of Congress or a de facto opposition leader. They may …

Flowers are in full bloom and those looking to catch some cherry blossoms in Philadelphia are in for some picturesque treats. Here are the best spots to see cherry blossoms flourish this spring.  …