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Politics & Policy

Chester County names Michele DiCaprio as new voter services director, following 2025 election controversy

The West Chester resident was previously a senior U.S. diplomat in Mozambique.

6 minutes ago

The front of the PAL building, next to a headshot of Valerie Longhurst.
Courts & Law

FBI joins criminal probe into nonprofit led by ex-Delaware House speaker as report reveals duplicate invoices for $864K in grants

Federal agents descended on Legislative Hall and the state finance office with subpoenas for records about Police Athletic League grants.

8 hours ago

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Delaware State Rep. Josué Ortega
Courts & Law

‘Deeply troubling’: Delaware lawmakers investigate colleague for abuse allegations

The woman accusing him said in court filings that Rep. Josué Ortega told her no one would believe her over a state representative.

8 hours ago

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The Leibert House in Mount Airy
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

After 2 centuries, this historic Mt. Airy home may be demolished

The city recently determined that the Leibert House is “imminently dangerous.” It’s unclear if its owners will move to repair the property.

9 hours ago

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A view from inside Trenton City Council chambers, with several people sitting in the audience
Politics & Policy

Trenton City Council votes to prevent its police department from assisting ICE

The council passed the proposal that prevents Trenton police from assisting ICE on civil immigration enforcement in a 4-2 vote.

16 hours ago

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Wilmington Hospital
Courts & Law

Philly police arrest suspect in Wilmington Hospital shooting that killed 1 and injured another

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer, whose wife works at the complex, said the shooting is “a sobering reminder that no one is immune” from gun violence.

20 hours ago

Carla Lecoin, a registered nurse who works with mothers and babies
Health

Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital union nurses prepared to strike if they can’t reach a contract agreement

Einstein Nurses United members say they want the hospital to commit to safer staffing levels, stable benefits and other upgrades in a new contract.

21 hours ago

A pediatrician examines a newborn baby
Health

N.J. breastfeeding service providers face pay cuts with UnitedHealthcare insurance’s lactation billing change

Lactation consultants can only bill UnitedHealthcare for services provided to a mother, but not her baby, starting Sept. 1.

1 day ago

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Firefighters work to put out scrap metal fire
Courts & Law

EMR sues city of Camden over junkyard license suspension after 2-alarm fire

The company said the order to pause its scrap metal shredder has cost it around $10 million and will lead to layoffs if it continues.

1 day ago

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the back of A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer
Community

Suspect allegedly hits ICE agent with vehicle, flees custody in Stafford Township, N.J.

The agent was injured after being struck by a vehicle by the suspect, who was getting away.

2 days ago

Two police officers stand by a fence
Community

‘Like an animal’: Wilmington erects fence controlled by police at homeless encampment ahead of sunset eviction deadline

The city of Wilmington barred members of the media and volunteers from accessing residents inside the fenced perimeter.

2 days ago

Ivory Coast's Amad Diallo (15) gestures to fans
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s first World Cup game didn’t disappoint: Côte d’Ivoire’s late goal tops Ecuador 1-0

A near record crowd, mostly in Ecuadorian yellow, filled the South Philly stadium for the city’s first ever FIFA World Cup game.

2 days ago

State Representative Josué Ortega of Delaware’s 3rd District spoke
Community

‘Yo soy Boricua’: Delaware officially recognizes Puerto Rico Day with new law and flag raising

Puerto Ricans across Delaware celebrated the signing of House Bill 290 and reflected on the history, migration and cultural pride that shaped the community.

2 days ago

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Rowhouses in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s next budget includes funding for proactive rental inspections, modular home factories

The $7.1 billion plan contains many of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s housing priorities, but none of the staffing requests made by elected officials.

2 days ago

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Thousands of soccer (or football) fans packed the FIFA Fan Festival
Community

Soccer fans from around the world celebrate FIFA World Cup’s Philadelphia debut

Soccer fans packed Lemon Hill’s Fan Festival before Sunday’s game at Lincoln Financial Field for Côte d'Ivoire vs Ecuador.

3 days ago

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