Anxiety-related disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U.S., but less than half of people suffering from them are receiving treatment, according to the Anxiety and Depression …
Tamir combed through the debris Tuesday afternoon at Lemon Hill. The night before, he was among the crowd – potentially numbering in the hundreds – who fled a Memorial Day gathering when multiple …
The first five months of Donald Trump’s second presidency have been brutal for the Democratic party, which has been almost completely unable to stop his aggressive agenda. In March, CNN polling …
Americans’ electricity bills tend to tick up each year in line with inflation. But upgrades to electric wires, reinforcing and protecting power lines from severe weather, and changing fuel …
Fraudsters posing as contractors scammed the School District of Philadelphia and its vendors out of nearly $700,000, city officials said Thursday. Payments to legitimate organizations were diverted …
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation is calling on community-minded businesses to help reimagine one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. The department is seeking proposals from innovative …
For over two decades, Cheryl Ann Wadlington has worked to help create a thriving, resourceful environment for young women in Philadelphia. Wadlington's efforts have led to the success of 'The …
A 12-year-old boy was killed after suffering a gunshot wound to the head Wednesday evening in Belmont, according to authorities. Police responded to the 800 block of Brooklyn Street to a call of …
SEPTA has unveiled a new exhibit, 'Down the Track @ SEPTA', at Jefferson Station. This large-scale installation highlights the importance of accessible public transit and features projects aimed at …
More than a dozen state and local judicial candidates are advancing to November’s general election after winning their party nominations in competitive primaries Tuesday. Philadelphia voters also …
For those Philadelphians heading to the shore this weekend, Chickie’s & Pete’s is helping make your drive a lot more fun. Home of the Philly-favorite Crabfries, Chickie’s & Pete’s is …
On May 13, 1985, a bomb dropped by Philadelphia police ignited a blaze that would consume 61 homes, kill 11 people, and leave a neighborhood in ashes—while firefighters, under city orders, stood by …
Larry Krasner, a progressive prosecutor who has sought to reshape Philadelphia’s criminal justice system, is poised to serve a third term as district attorney. Facing a well-funded challenge from …
Philadelphians went to the polls Tuesday to vote in a primary election that included competitive races for district attorney and a variety of judicial posts, in addition to three citywide ballot …
Philadelphians voted in the 2025 Municipal Primary and Special Election for who they want to see on the ballot representing their party in November. On Tuesday, May 20, nearby residents traveled to …
Fred Bush would not have moved to Narberth if not for SEPTA’s Paoli-Thorndale Line. Busch's daughter, as a young child, memorized the route from their home to the Franklin Institute – her …
Two teenagers were among 6 people wounded, and a man was killed in a series of violent acts that took place across Philadelphia this weekend, authorities said. On Saturday, a double shooting took …
The path to reentry into society for the formerly incarcerated is multi-faceted, and the Philadelphia government has a number of initiatives and elected leaders working to ease the burden of reentry. …
Pennsylvania’s 2025 primary election will be held Tuesday, May 20, with Philadelphians voting for their party’s nominees for district attorney, city controller and judicial positions, and …
Nearly 30 years ago , when I roamed the halls of the then Abington Jr. High School with almost 1,000 other students , it was unthinkable that the building would ever have to be demolished …
