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Pa. residents can get up to $1,000 toward heating bills this winter

Philadelphia experienced prolonged periods of frigid conditions last winter.
Pa. residents can apply for up to $1,000 in heating assistance through LIHEAP this winter. Learn who qualifies, how to apply and when applications close.
Oct 26, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni looks on during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field.
Sports

8 things Eagles fans THINK they know from watching a game  but usually don't

With the Eagles' season in disarray, it's become all too easy to become an armchair analyst, but there are several traps that are important to avoid.
CraftNOW Create, a free, family-friendly celebration will return to Smith Memorial Playground.
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Creative experiences and things to do around Philly this November

Discover creative things to do around Philadelphia this November, including interactive theater, hands-on art activities, storytelling events and murder mysteries.
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Crime

Man wanted for murder, sexual assault inside East Mount Airy salon

Jamal Pistoria, in an undated photo, is wanted for murder, rape and other crimes.

Philadelphia police are searching for Jamal Pistoria, accused of killing a woman and sexually assaulting another at an East Mount Airy hair salon Monday.

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Why Philadelphia needs the Academy of Natural Sciences

Supporters of the Academy of Natural Sciences protest its planned closure Sept. 8, 2026.

Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences inspired generations of curious minds. A physics Ph.D. student explains what's at stake following its closure.

Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks outside the Governor's Residence on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, a day after the midterm elections.
2026 Election
A day after winning reelection, Gov. Josh Shapiro pledged action on transit funding, minimum wage and housing as Democrats secured control of Pennsylvania's legislature for the first time in decades.
Electoral workers process mail-in ballots during the 2026 midterm election at the City of Philadelphia Election Warehouse in Philadelphia, November 3, 2026.
2026 Election
Philadelphia's 2026 midterm election results brought few surprises, with Chris Rabb elected to Congress and voters approving two City Charter amendments.
Democratic congressman-elect Bob Harvie raises his hands in celebration with Sen. Steve Santarsiero during the Bucks County Democratic Committee’s 2026 midterm election event at Rafters in Newtown on Nov. 3, 2026.
Politics
Democrats made major gains in Bucks County's 2026 midterm elections, flipping congressional and state legislative seats amid a nationwide blue wave.
Supporters react after media outlets projected Democratic US Senate candidate and Texas State Representative James Talarico's victory in the US midterm elections in Austin, Texas, November 3, 2026.
2026 Election
Democrats seized control of both the Senate and House of Representatives on Tuesday, scoring sweeping victories in Republican strongholds for the first time in generations as tens of millions of voters delivered a scathing rebuke to President Donald Trump.
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Luminiscence brings dazzling Christmas light show to Philadelphia

Luminiscence: Christmas Wonder opens to the public on Thursday, Nov. 19 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Luminiscence: Christmas Wonder opens Nov. 19 at Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica with immersive light displays, holiday music and live performances.

Theater

Inside ‘The Magicians Table,’ Philadelphia’s new immersive magic experience

Discover what makes 'The Magicians Table' a unique night out in Philadelphia, from close-up illusions and storytelling to cocktails at the Kimmel Center.

Food & Drink

Fun arts and culture events to check out this weekend in Philly

Grammy Award-winning conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin with the Curtis Symphony Orchestra.

Looking for things to do in Philly this weekend? Explore the PMA Craft Show, live music, art exhibitions and culinary events happening Nov. 6-8.

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Sports

Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller’s surge in the Arizona Fall League is an encouraging sign

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Aidan Miller (81) poses for media day (cropped).
Given the opportunity to play in the Arizona Fall League, Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller is seizing the opportunity. Miller is creating a path towards becoming an Opening Day hopeful.
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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon before a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field.
Makai Lemon has quickly become the Eagles’ top option with injuries to key offensive players. He has thrived in those opportunities.
Philadelphia 76ers guard-forward Jaylen Brown (7) shoots in the first half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.
Jaylen Brown scored 30 points and Joel Embiid added 26 points and 15 rebounds as the Sixers held off the Pistons 112-106. Here are the key takeaways.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton III (10) looks to pass against the New Orleans Saints in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium.
The Eagles are turning to Joe Milton as their starting quarterback against the Giants after six straight losses and three starts by Tanner McKee.

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