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Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny, breezy Sunday with gusts to 25 mph and a modest fire‑weather concern. Midweek warms into the 80s with storms likely.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A teenager was shot multiple times Friday in Philadelphia's Poplar neighborhood; CBS Philadelphia posted video and police say the investigation is ongoing.
A man was stabbed Friday in Kensington and rushed to Temple University Hospital; police are searching for a suspect and have not released the victim's identity.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
SEPTA has launched a major rehab of the Bridgeport Viaduct on the Norristown High Speed Line; shuttle buses will replace trains between Bridgeport and Norristown during initial repairs.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
PJM says transmission work won’t be done until 2031, clashing with Constellation’s 2027 target to restart the former Three Mile Island unit under a Microsoft power deal.
Two teens admitted creating hundreds of AI‑generated nude images of classmates; victims described trauma at a packed juvenile court hearing.
Antisemitic and racist graffiti was found on the side of a Wells Fargo branch in Springfield Township. Police and township leaders have condemned the vandalism and are seeking tips.
Retail & Industry in ...
Healthcare accounted for more than 70% of Philadelphia‑area job growth over the last decade, driven largely by ambulatory and home‑health hiring.
Food & Drinks in ...
Val's Lesbian Bar opened in Queen Village, returning a dedicated lesbian space to Philadelphia for the first time since 2021.
Sports in ...
Owner John Middleton defended selling the Harry the K's name to a corporate sponsor, saying naming deals help fund payroll — and many Philly fans are furious.
A woman died and two people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Fairhill Tuesday morning as police investigate. Crews blocked nearby streets while responders worked the scene.
Politics & Govt in ...
The state House approved HB2189 on March 24, 2026, setting staged increases to $15 and giving counties a route to move faster. The bill now moves to the Republican-controlled Senate.
Chef Denise Gesek’s Insatiable blends refined coastal‑American plates with a neighborhood bar program in Point Breeze. Expect rotating seasonal dishes and a women‑focused cocktail list.
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