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Discover Tai Chi with free classes at Andorra Library
Running weekly through October 2025, join Tai Chi classes at Andorra Library Philadelphia! Learn ancient Chinese wellness through mindful movement, breathing and meditation.
Enjoy summer in Pittsburgh: Free events you can’t miss this July
Enjoy Pittsburgh this July with free events, with Anthrocon’s fursuit parade, Picklesburgh’s giant pickle balloon, concerts, festivals, and more!
Our favorite Pennsylvania stories of the year (so far)
From the Erie SeaWolves’ HBO moment to the ‘box demon,’ we’re taking a look back at the stories that have made us smile during the first half of the year.
UPenn updates swimming records set by Lia Thomas, settling with feds on transgender athletes case
The University of Pennsylvania modified a trio of school records set by transgender swimmer Lia Thomas and said it would apologize to female athletes “disadvantaged” by her participation on the women’s swimming team, part of a resolution of a federal civil rights case.
LL Cool J says he won’t perform at Philadelphia’s July Fourth festival in support of workers strike
Rapper LL Cool J and R&B singer Jazmine Sullivan say they will not perform at a Fourth of July festival in Philadelphia in support of a strike by nearly 10,000 city workers in Philadelphia.
WNBA expanding to Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia over next five years
The WNBA is expanding to 18 teams over the next five years, with Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia all set to join the league by 2030.
Pennsylvania man accused of beheading father and posting video of his severed head to stand trial
A Pennsylvania man accused of killing his father and posting video of his severed head online — and calling for others to help him try to overthrow the U.S. government — is set to stand trial Monday in the Philadelphia suburbs.
3 dead, 10 injured in South Philadelphia shooting and a person is in custody, police say
The three people who died were adults, and two of the wounded were juveniles, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel told reporters. The shooting happened shortly before 1 a.m. along a residential street in Grays Ferry, he said.
Brian Fitzpatrick is only Pa. Republican to oppose Trump’s budget bill
The collar county congressman objected to Medicaid cuts added by the U.S. Senate.
Trump administration withholds $230 million for Pennsylvania schools
Education leaders learned of the freeze Monday, hours before the money was due to be available.
River otters in Pa.: What to know & where to spot them
From how and where to spot them to how to help conservation efforts, here’s everything you need to know about river otters in Pennsylvania.
‘Will solar panels replace farms?’ Answering your questions about clean energy in PA
Is clean energy expensive? How do windmills help when it’s not windy? How does clean energy get stored? Pennsylvania’s Lightning Plan is helping make the Keystone State an energy innovator again—but how does it work? We break it down.
Here’s how (and when) the Lightning Plan could save you money
The Lightning Plan is a laundry list of bills to help Pennsylvanians save money on energy and improve efficiency across the state—but it can be confusing. We’ve broken down how the changes could affect your wallet.
Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear
A divided Supreme Court on Friday ruled that individual judges lack the authority to grant nationwide injunctions, but the decision left unclear the fate of President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship.
Philadelphia’s schools accused of failing to properly inspect asbestos in buildings
The district is charged with eight counts of violating the federal Toxic Substances Control Act for allegedly failing to perform inspections in a timely manner during a recent five-year period.
Democrats are trying to figure out what to do about John Fetterman. One of them is stepping up
Democrats figure prominently in their national effort to push back on President Donald Trump, but also in their struggle to figure out what to do about U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, who is under fire from rank-and-file Democrats for being willing to cooperate with Trump.
How to eat & drink your way through the Poconos this summer
From stick-to-your-ribs breakfast food to the only sake brewery in Pennsylvania, we’ve created a delectable guide to summer food and drink in the Poconos.
“Go Birds” exhibition: Interactive bird watching at Philly Library
With its interactive “Go Bird” exhibit, taking place from June 2-August 30, Philly’s Parkway Central Library is the place to be for birdwatching. The event combines art, education, and interactive elements to celebrate our feathered companions.
States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules
A divided Supreme Court allowed states to cut off Medicaid money to Planned Parenthood in a ruling handed down Thursday amid a wider Republican-backed push to defund the country’s biggest abortion provider.
Concerns raised in Pa. over ICE raids on farms
The head of Pennsylvania’s Farm Bureau says the Trump-directed raids, “could have devastating consequences for our nation’s food security.”
Microsoft describes Three Mile Island plant as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
The Dauphin County plant’s reopening will support at least 650 permanent jobs and hundreds of other positions during the recommissioning process.
Stunning small-town Fourth of July fireworks shows across Pa.
These small Pennsylvania towns host Fourth of July fireworks displays that are anything but small.
6 waterfalls in Pennsylvania you can swim in
Pennsylvania has relaxing swimming holes featuring waterfalls and natural cascades where you chase away the dog days of summer.
Gov. Shapiro says primary focus is on Pennsylvanians safety following US airstrikes on Iran
He said there is no specific threat to the commonwealth in the wake of the military action.
How Steelton-Highspire’s clean energy push saved enough to fund a teacher — and then some
A once-struggling steel town has been transformed into a model for clean energy and community resilience, thanks to the Steelton-Highspire school district. Gov. Shapiro’s Lightning Plan is about to make it easier for more communities to get onboard.
20 free museums in Pennsylvania to visit this summer
You don’t need to spend a dime to enjoy art, history, kitsch, and more at these free museums in Pennsylvania.
Gov. Shapiro champions Pa. sports scene at Pocono, will work with NFL teams on stadium needs
Speaking before Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series, Gov. Shapiro said he would continue talking with Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and the Rooney family in Pittsburgh about what—if anything—the NFL teams need when it comes to the state of their stadiums.
How to stay cool in the heat wave hitting Pennsylvania — even without air conditioning
The heat index in Pittsburgh reached 105 F Sunday, and forecasts in Philadelphia and south central Pa. called for a heat index of 108 F on Monday, prompting agencies to issues heat emergencies. The first big heat wave of 2025 has arrived, coinciding with the official...
10 places to check out in Philadelphia’s Chinatown
Philadelphia’s Chinatown is a historic, bustling hub of Asian American life in the city.