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“The vendor failed. It was caught, it was addressed, we’re suing them, and we’re going to do everything we can to recover for the people of Pennsylvania,” Gov. Josh Shapiro said. “It’s not OK.”
Gov. Josh Shapiro sued a vendor for failing to deliver 3.4 million letters from state agencies, calling it ‘unacceptable’
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January 16, 2026 at 6:31 PM
“The vendor failed. It was caught, it was addressed, we’re suing them, and we’re going to do everything we can to recover for the people of Pennsylvania,” Gov. Josh Shapiro said. “It’s not OK.”
A group seeking to open a charter school on the Valley Forge Military Academy campus has withdrawn its application, citing a move by Radnor Township to take some of the land by eminent domain.
A charter seeking to open on Valley Forge Military Academy’s campus has withdrawn its application
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January 16, 2026 at 6:03 PM
A group seeking to open a charter school on the Valley Forge Military Academy campus has withdrawn its application, citing a move by Radnor Township to take some of the land by eminent domain.
Some snow is possible in the Philly region during the holiday weekend, but about the only thing certain is that schools will be closed until Tuesday.
Snow is expected during the weekend in Philly, but how much is up in the air
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January 16, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Some snow is possible in the Philly region during the holiday weekend, but about the only thing certain is that schools will be closed until Tuesday.
Two of the men, who were shot killed in December and January respectively, worked as truck operators for 448 Towing and Recovery, according to police.
‘Some sort of connection’: Police investigating whether three Philly murders tied to towing industry are related.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Two of the men, who were shot killed in December and January respectively, worked as truck operators for 448 Towing and Recovery, according to police.
Five residents of Inglis House, a home for people with severe physical disabilities, are starting classes at Community College of Philadelphia. It’s the largest group to start since the 1990s.
A car accident derailed his education 25 years ago. Now he’s returning to college alongside others with physical disabilities.
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January 16, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Five residents of Inglis House, a home for people with severe physical disabilities, are starting classes at Community College of Philadelphia. It’s the largest group to start since the 1990s.
Will Shortz founded the ACPT at the Marriott in Stamford in 1978 when he was just 25. The tournament, now in its 48th year, was the subject of the 2006 documentary “Wordplay.”
Will Shortz is moving the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament to Philadelphia
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January 16, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Will Shortz founded the ACPT at the Marriott in Stamford in 1978 when he was just 25. The tournament, now in its 48th year, was the subject of the 2006 documentary “Wordplay.”
Nearly 20 people witnessed an assault in the Cheltenham High football team’s locker room last fall, according to an external investigation commissioned by the school district. Superintendent Brian Scriven told the Cheltenham community in an email that no one tried to stop it.
Cheltenham High football ‘toxic’ culture led to hazing, investigation concludes; team may not play in 2026
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January 16, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Nearly 20 people witnessed an assault in the Cheltenham High football team’s locker room last fall, according to an external investigation commissioned by the school district. Superintendent Brian Scriven told the Cheltenham community in an email that no one tried to stop it.
Nothing is official just yet, but so far, all signs point to a second season of "Mare of Easttown."
Kate Winslet says there’s a ‘strong likelihood’ for ‘Mare of Easttown’ season 2
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January 16, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Nothing is official just yet, but so far, all signs point to a second season of "Mare of Easttown."
In early 2025 the university paid $18 million for Terra Hall, a former University of the Arts building on South Broad Street.
Temple bought the site of a former McDonald’s for $8 million
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January 16, 2026 at 1:30 AM
In early 2025 the university paid $18 million for Terra Hall, a former University of the Arts building on South Broad Street.
“We are saying ICE out of Philadelphia," said Councilmember Rue Landau. "Out of our courts, out of our city.”
It’s time to address ICE activity at the Philly courthouse, elected and community leaders say
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January 16, 2026 at 12:45 AM
“We are saying ICE out of Philadelphia," said Councilmember Rue Landau. "Out of our courts, out of our city.”
After a decade chasing comedy in New York, Philly comedian Betsy Kenney found her biggest audience by leaning into her hometown voice—softly.
She moved home and started whispering about Wawa. Then she went viral.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:51 PM
After a decade chasing comedy in New York, Philly comedian Betsy Kenney found her biggest audience by leaning into her hometown voice—softly.
Computer models are feuding, but some snow is at least possible during the holiday weekend.
Winter is about to return in Philly. Will snow join the party?
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January 15, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Computer models are feuding, but some snow is at least possible during the holiday weekend.
Penn has refused to comply with an EEOC subpoena seeking a list of Jewish students and faculty at Penn. The EEOC is now suing the university over its refusal to cooperate.
Jewish students and faculty at Penn ask that their names not be turned over in federal antisemitism investigation
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January 15, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Penn has refused to comply with an EEOC subpoena seeking a list of Jewish students and faculty at Penn. The EEOC is now suing the university over its refusal to cooperate.
Democrats defended the city after Coleman made comments about Philadelphia and DA Larry Krasner to Fox News.
After backlash, an Allentown GOP Senator stands by the expletive he used to describe Philly
After backlash, an Allentown GOP Senator stands by the expletive he used to describe Philly
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January 15, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Democrats defended the city after Coleman made comments about Philadelphia and DA Larry Krasner to Fox News.
Love City Brewing will take over a historic two-story building on Main Street.
A Manayunk brewery closes, and downtown Philly brewer will replace it
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January 15, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Love City Brewing will take over a historic two-story building on Main Street.
Dickens would stay at the Continental Hotel and give readings at the Concert Hall on Chestnut Street to sold-out audiences.
Charles Dickens, who called the city ‘distractingly regular,’ visited on this week in Philly history
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January 15, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Dickens would stay at the Continental Hotel and give readings at the Concert Hall on Chestnut Street to sold-out audiences.
While other factors beyond councilmanic prerogative play a role, the practice stands out as an impediment to Philadelphia's economic growth that is entirely self-inflicted.
Hahnemann redevelopment may be another victim of councilmanic prerogative | Editorial
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January 15, 2026 at 7:03 PM
While other factors beyond councilmanic prerogative play a role, the practice stands out as an impediment to Philadelphia's economic growth that is entirely self-inflicted.
Local governments in the Philadelphia region have been taking a stand against cooperation with ICE.
Is ICE still in Philly? As Bucks ends its alliance, here’s how local officials are (or aren’t) working with federal agents
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January 15, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Local governments in the Philadelphia region have been taking a stand against cooperation with ICE.
The biggest crowd pop at Xfinity Mobile Arena during Monday’s Pride Night was for Christian Dvorak’s breakaway goal, the Flyers’ only goal of the game.
But the second biggest was for “All the Things She Said.”
But the second biggest was for “All the Things She Said.”
‘Heated Rivalry’ is introducing hockey to a new, gayer audience — and it was the talk of Flyers’ Pride Night
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January 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
The biggest crowd pop at Xfinity Mobile Arena during Monday’s Pride Night was for Christian Dvorak’s breakaway goal, the Flyers’ only goal of the game.
But the second biggest was for “All the Things She Said.”
But the second biggest was for “All the Things She Said.”
Some of the bets in the “point-shaving” operation were for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and were placed at Rivers Casino in Philadelphia.
Feds in Philly have charged dozens of people, including players, in a scheme to fix NCAA and Chinese basketball games
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January 15, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Some of the bets in the “point-shaving” operation were for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and were placed at Rivers Casino in Philadelphia.
A week after authorities arrested Jonathan Christian Gerlach on charges of stealing human remains from Mount Moriah Cemetery, the consequences of the case continue to unfold.
Frantic families, unidentified bones: A week after alleged grave robber’s arrest, loved ones have questions without answers
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January 15, 2026 at 2:36 PM
A week after authorities arrested Jonathan Christian Gerlach on charges of stealing human remains from Mount Moriah Cemetery, the consequences of the case continue to unfold.
On Wednesday, planners revealed renderings of this year’s iteration of the Flower Show, "Rooted: Origins of American Gardening, which runs February 28 to
This year’s Philadelphia Flower Show will tell the story of American gardening
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January 15, 2026 at 4:36 AM
On Wednesday, planners revealed renderings of this year’s iteration of the Flower Show, "Rooted: Origins of American Gardening, which runs February 28 to
Claire Alminde, St. Chris's chief nursing officer, was named acting president, replacing interim president and CEO Jodi Coombs.
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children announced its third leadership change in less than two years
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January 15, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Claire Alminde, St. Chris's chief nursing officer, was named acting president, replacing interim president and CEO Jodi Coombs.
Homer City embraces the prospect of jobs but worries the profits and power from a new gas plant will flow to faraway tech companies.
Will an old Pennsylvania coal town get a reboot from AI?
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January 15, 2026 at 1:13 AM
Homer City embraces the prospect of jobs but worries the profits and power from a new gas plant will flow to faraway tech companies.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is seeking documents and information from those connected to the case of Ellen Greenberg, whose 2011 death remains shrouded by questions about whether it was properly investigated by authorities, according to sources.
Federal prosecutors have requested documents tied to the Ellen Greenberg case, sources say
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January 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is seeking documents and information from those connected to the case of Ellen Greenberg, whose 2011 death remains shrouded by questions about whether it was properly investigated by authorities, according to sources.