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“While the building may be closing, our commitment to the community remains unwavering,” said Laura Ryan, cochair of William Way’s board.
William Way LGBT Community Center will permanently close its historic Center City building in December. Services will continue elsewhere.
Philadelphia's oldest LGBTQ+ community center is closing its doors next month. Here's what that means for William Way's programs and services.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:54 PM
“While the building may be closing, our commitment to the community remains unwavering,” said Laura Ryan, cochair of William Way’s board.
The effort is expected to bring about 3,700 jobs to Pennsylvania as HBO estimates investing $194.1 million into the state economy, including hiring local crews and paying for hotel accommodations.
HBO crime drama ‘Task’ receives $49.8 million tax credit to film in Pa.
This is the largest tax credit the Shapiro administration has awarded to a show through the Film Production Tax Credit Program
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November 25, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The effort is expected to bring about 3,700 jobs to Pennsylvania as HBO estimates investing $194.1 million into the state economy, including hiring local crews and paying for hotel accommodations.
When the new buses are delivered, expected in 2028, SEPTA no longer will have any diesel-burning buses left in its fleet.
SEPTA won $43 million for diesel-electric hybrid buses from the Trump administration
When the new buses arrive, estimated in 2028, SEPTA will retire the last of its diesel-burning buses.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:24 PM
When the new buses are delivered, expected in 2028, SEPTA no longer will have any diesel-burning buses left in its fleet.
U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg (R., Mich.) said that the House Education and Workforce Committee — which he chairs — would probe “disturbing reports of Jewish students being harassed and subjected to open antisemitism in their classrooms and hallways” in three school systems, including Philadelphia.
A House committee is investigating allegations of antisemitism in Philadelphia schools
The Republican-led congressional committee has, in recent years, used hearings as platforms to criticize academic institutions perceived as progressive, long a target of conservatives.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:23 PM
U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg (R., Mich.) said that the House Education and Workforce Committee — which he chairs — would probe “disturbing reports of Jewish students being harassed and subjected to open antisemitism in their classrooms and hallways” in three school systems, including Philadelphia.
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About 6 million people are expected to fly for Thanksgiving this year, according to AAA. Our tracker shows how PHL is handling the surge and whether travelers are likely to encounter delays.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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More than 1,600 victims of the Par Funding scheme will get nearly all their money back, despite repeated warnings that full reimbursement would be unlikely.
Latest Par Funding plan will give scammed investors nearly all their money back
More than 1,600 people were victims of the high-interest loan scheme that diverted over $200 million to Par insiders.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:18 PM
More than 1,600 victims of the Par Funding scheme will get nearly all their money back, despite repeated warnings that full reimbursement would be unlikely.
A year after Trump made inroads with Latinos in Pennsylvania, a majority nationwide disapprove of his performance and policies, a Pew Research Center report found.
A year after Trump’s inroads with Latinos in Pennsylvania, a majority nationwide disapprove of his job performance and policies
Approximately four in five Latino adults say Trump's policies "harm Hispanics," a higher share than his first term, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:17 PM
A year after Trump made inroads with Latinos in Pennsylvania, a majority nationwide disapprove of his performance and policies, a Pew Research Center report found.
Over a decade, one gang was responsible for trafficking tens of thousands of doses of drugs into Philadelphia. Finally, in October, 33 people associated with the group were indicted for drug crimes.
We unpack how law enforcement built a sprawling case against the longstanding gang.
We unpack how law enforcement built a sprawling case against the longstanding gang.
How law enforcement built a sprawling case against a longstanding Kensington drug gang
Philly police and federal authorities used wiretaps, cameras, and confidential informants to target dealers on Weymouth Street.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Over a decade, one gang was responsible for trafficking tens of thousands of doses of drugs into Philadelphia. Finally, in October, 33 people associated with the group were indicted for drug crimes.
We unpack how law enforcement built a sprawling case against the longstanding gang.
We unpack how law enforcement built a sprawling case against the longstanding gang.
City Council is poised to pass legislation to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)s.
Philly is poised to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)s
Council is poised to pass legislation that would enable the plan, called PhillySaves, which is modeled on similar state-facilitated “auto IRA” programs.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM
City Council is poised to pass legislation to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)s.
OPINION: "Calling the president a fascist does nothing to advance the Democrats’ cause — and more of the party’s leaders would do well to realize that." — Jonathan Zimmerman
To defeat Trump, stop calling him names
Calling the president a fascist does nothing to advance the Democrats’ cause — and more of the party's leaders would do well to realize that, Jonathan Zimmerman writes.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM
OPINION: "Calling the president a fascist does nothing to advance the Democrats’ cause — and more of the party’s leaders would do well to realize that." — Jonathan Zimmerman
A stolen Snickers bar helped prepare the Rev. Luis Cortés Jr. to build and lead Esperanza in the heart of North Philadelphia’s predominantly Hispanic Hunting Park neighborhood.
For them, Esperanza represents a future.
For them, Esperanza represents a future.
November 24, 2025 at 8:29 PM
A stolen Snickers bar helped prepare the Rev. Luis Cortés Jr. to build and lead Esperanza in the heart of North Philadelphia’s predominantly Hispanic Hunting Park neighborhood.
For them, Esperanza represents a future.
For them, Esperanza represents a future.
More out-of-towners and fewer locals are searching for rental homes in the Philadelphia region, with New Yorkers leading the way. No word on whether they plan to become Eagles fans.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:01 PM
More out-of-towners and fewer locals are searching for rental homes in the Philadelphia region, with New Yorkers leading the way. No word on whether they plan to become Eagles fans.
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Yobranny Martinez-Fernandez and Hendrick Pena-Fernandez face life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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Two men found guilty in 2023 shooting death of Philadelphia Police Officer Richard Mendez
Yobranny Martinez-Fernandez and Hendrick Pena-Fernandez face life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Yobranny Martinez-Fernandez and Hendrick Pena-Fernandez face life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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NEW: Gov. Josh Shapiro is sending $220 million to SEPTA to help repair fire-prone Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars and a damaged overhead power system in the trolley tunnel.
With the new capital funds, SEPTA will be able to restore Regional Rail to its normal capacity within a few weeks.
With the new capital funds, SEPTA will be able to restore Regional Rail to its normal capacity within a few weeks.
Gov. Shapiro allocated $220 million to SEPTA to get Regional Rail back on track
With the new capital funds, SEPTA will be able to restore Regional Rail to its normal capacity within a few weeks.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:36 PM
NEW: Gov. Josh Shapiro is sending $220 million to SEPTA to help repair fire-prone Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars and a damaged overhead power system in the trolley tunnel.
With the new capital funds, SEPTA will be able to restore Regional Rail to its normal capacity within a few weeks.
With the new capital funds, SEPTA will be able to restore Regional Rail to its normal capacity within a few weeks.
Unprecedented numbers of Americans are expected to hit stores this Black Friday, but they are likely to curtail their spending as they find fewer bargains from tariff-hit retailers.
Record U.S. Black Friday crowds will likely find fewer bargains amid high prices
“Everything seems to be way more expensive” one online sales aggregator said.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Unprecedented numbers of Americans are expected to hit stores this Black Friday, but they are likely to curtail their spending as they find fewer bargains from tariff-hit retailers.
Trump this weekend doubled down on his call for six Democratic members of Congress, including two from Pennsylvania, to be jailed over their video directed at U.S. troops.
Trump renews call to jail Democrats, including two from Pa., after calling their video statement ‘punishable by death’
Pennsylvania Democrats Chrissy Houlahan and Chris Deluzio were among those to tell U.S. troops they have the right to “refuse illegal orders.”
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November 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Trump this weekend doubled down on his call for six Democratic members of Congress, including two from Pennsylvania, to be jailed over their video directed at U.S. troops.
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from obtaining the private medical records of youth who sought gender-affirming care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Federal judge hands CHOP victory in its fight to protect medical records of transgender children
U.S. District Court Judge Mark A. Kearney sided with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and denied the bulk of the Department of Justice's subpoena seeking patient records.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from obtaining the private medical records of youth who sought gender-affirming care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Two days before a West Philly apartment complex went up in flames, its owner, embattled city landlord Phil Pulley, transferred the vacant property to a New York investment firm.
Here's the latest on the suspected arson case:
Here's the latest on the suspected arson case:
Landlord Phil Pulley transferred ownership of West Philly apartments days before suspected arson, records show
Property records show the notorious landlord signed a deed transfer two days before the June 2025 fire. The new owners are now demolishing the building.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Two days before a West Philly apartment complex went up in flames, its owner, embattled city landlord Phil Pulley, transferred the vacant property to a New York investment firm.
Here's the latest on the suspected arson case:
Here's the latest on the suspected arson case:
Philadelphia stands to lose tens of millions of dollars for housing as President Donald Trump’s administration changes the way aid goes to cities.
HUD to cut funding for permanent housing for people who are homeless
Trump's plan is designed to "restore accountability" by cutting funds for permanent housing by two-thirds. Philadelphia received $47 million in housing aid from the federal government last year.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Philadelphia stands to lose tens of millions of dollars for housing as President Donald Trump’s administration changes the way aid goes to cities.
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The "Michelin effect" is in full effect at Philly’s honored restaurants. Since last week’s awards, recipients are reporting "an outpouring of positivity."
Fully booked: The ‘Michelin effect’ is being felt at Philly’s honored restaurants
Michelin Guide awards have already boosted business and morale in Philadelphia’s restaurant scene. There's been "an outpouring of positivity," one restaurateur says.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM
The "Michelin effect" is in full effect at Philly’s honored restaurants. Since last week’s awards, recipients are reporting "an outpouring of positivity."
OPINION: "As a Black man, I was initially angry about plans to scrap DEI goals for city contracts. But then I remembered: They don’t work for us anyway." — Solomon Jones
As a Black man, I was initially angry about plans to scrap DEI goals for city contracts. But then I remembered: They don’t work for us anyway. | Solomon Jones
Why don’t participation goals work better for Black people? The answer lies in a system with steep financial rewards and little accountability.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
OPINION: "As a Black man, I was initially angry about plans to scrap DEI goals for city contracts. But then I remembered: They don’t work for us anyway." — Solomon Jones
The Eagles blew a 21-point lead in their 24-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys Sunday.
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Eagles news: Ugly Sunday for the refs; ex-Birds coach fired; playoff updates and injury report
The Los Angeles Rams won Sunday night, bumping the Birds out of the NFC's No. 1 seed. Next up is the Chicago Bears on Amazon.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:21 PM
The Eagles blew a 21-point lead in their 24-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys Sunday.
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In its first year the Tyrese Maxey Foundation gave away 400 meals. The following year, that number increased to 1,000 meals, and in 2024 the foundation gave out 2,000 meals.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:55 PM
In its first year the Tyrese Maxey Foundation gave away 400 meals. The following year, that number increased to 1,000 meals, and in 2024 the foundation gave out 2,000 meals.
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For the thousands of runners who crossed the Philadelphia Marathon finish line Sunday, the view of the Philadelphia Art Museum steps capped a blissful, sometimes brutal, 26.2-mile run.
‘Philly will eat you alive:’ Runners brave the deceptively challenging route of the city’s marathon
For the thousands of runners who crossed the Philadelphia Marathon finish line Sunday, the view of the Philadelphia Art Museum steps capped a blissful, sometimes brutal, 26.2-mile run.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:21 PM
For the thousands of runners who crossed the Philadelphia Marathon finish line Sunday, the view of the Philadelphia Art Museum steps capped a blissful, sometimes brutal, 26.2-mile run.
🏅 Drawing people from all over the world, the Philadelphia Marathon saw thousands participating on Sunday morning.
But as with all races, there could only be so many winners.
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But as with all races, there could only be so many winners.
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November 23, 2025 at 5:07 PM
🏅 Drawing people from all over the world, the Philadelphia Marathon saw thousands participating on Sunday morning.
But as with all races, there could only be so many winners.
#Sponsored by @nemours.bsky.social
📹 by Ariane Datil / Staff
But as with all races, there could only be so many winners.
#Sponsored by @nemours.bsky.social
📹 by Ariane Datil / Staff