Chris Rabb, a progressive state representative from Mount Airy, won Tuesday’s Democratic primary in the 3rd Congressional District, likely cementing his place as the newest member of Philadelphia’s federal delegation.
Philadelphians weathered unseasonably hot temperatures to vote in Tuesday’s primary election, with residents of the 3rd Congressional District selecting a Democratic nominee who will almost certainly go to the Capitol in the new year.
SEPTA is going to run overnight trains on the Broad Street and Market Frankford lines when Philadelphia hosts FIFA World Cup matches and add other service to support the soccer tournament’s fan festival.
Alleged intruders were shot in a pair of separate incidents that happened within the span of an hour early Sunday morning in Northeast and West Philadelphia.
Here’s what we know about how and where ICE is holding people as of May 2026.
A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting Sunday night in the Carroll Park area of West Philadelphia, police said.
Philadelphia voters, for the first time in years, will send someone new to the U.S. House of Representatives, and, in all likelihood, that person will be whoever emerges from Tuesday’s hotly contested Democratic primary.
Jeff Yass, Pennsylvania’s richest man and a Trump megadonor, is funding scholarships for students impacted by the School District of Philadelphia’s recently approved plan to close 17 schools.
The Summer 2026 One Philly, A United City Citywide Cleaning Program is hitting the streets, tackling litter, illegal dumping, graffiti and other quality-of-life issues.
United Way will host its annual OpportUNITY Summit on May 20 at The Bellevue Hotel. The event is focused on equity, opportunity and economic inclusion.
Four people were wounded in a shooting Tuesday evening in Philadelphia’s Parkside neighborhood, according to police.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner challenged Rep. Jim Jordan after congressional Republicans demanded information about the city’s immigration policies.
Third Thursdays are returning to Glen Foerd with live music, food vendors, crafts, lawn games and free mansion tours along the Delaware River.
The Philadelphia Gas Commission denied PGW’s request for $182 million to replace and expand a liquefied natural gas facility in Port Richmond.
Neighborhood Jawnts is a new citywide tour that highlights the culture, creativity, and small businesses that shape Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania Department of State has filed a lawsuit against Character.AI, alleging that its AI chatbot falsely presented itself as a licensed medical professional.
Applications are now open for the city's newly launched Public Service Fellowship, a paid program aimed at preparing the next generation of public servants.
Authorities recovered dozens of firearms, ghost gun parts and an estimated $1.5 million worth of narcotics during raids at two Northeast Philadelphia homes.
Philadelphia has launched a new flood-monitoring website featuring real-time water levels, rainfall totals and livestreams from flood-prone locations across the city.
Metro Philadelphia is expanding coverage across the Philly suburbs as it continues to grow as a local news leader. Melissa Mitman has been named Editor-in-Chief, overseeing the expansion.