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The Eagles may not be in the Super Bowl, but Philly will be well represented by these local shelter pups on Sunday ↓

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‘DeVon-tails Smith’ among 11 Philly-area shelter dogs competing in Puppy Bowl 2026
Out: Kevin Patullo apologists, locker-room beefs and drive-killing penalties. In: sloppy kisses, water-bowl scrums and indiscriminate potty breaks.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Could Philly's Logan Triangle — 35 acres of grassy lots where 1,000 rowhomes once stood — transform into a hub for modular homes?

Mayor Parker hopes so.
Logan residents cautiously optimistic about proposal for modular home factory
For decades, the site — 35 acres of grassy lots where 1,000 rowhomes once stood — has sat empty. Parker’s proposal could change that, but residents are wary.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:34 PM
New Jersey Gov. Sherrill wants to freeze rate hikes.

Here’s what that means for your electricity bills ↓

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Freeze rate hikes? What Gov. Sherrill’s order means for N.J. electric bills
New Jersey customers’ electric bills increased by as much as 20% last summer. They could rise again this year.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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DHS and ICE have bought a 518,000-square-foot warehouse in Berks County for $87.4 million, according to official deed records.

“The County had no prior knowledge of the sale,” a Berks County spokesperson said Monday.

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ICE purchases Berks County warehouse for $87M
The Trump administration has previously eyed the facility in Upper Bern Township as a site for an immigration detention center.
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February 2, 2026 at 10:57 PM
Some Philly-area law enforcement have signed 287(g) agreements with ICE. Others are doubling down on limiting cooperation.

Here's what immigration agreements are in place in Philadelphia, its suburbs, New Jersey and Delaware ↓
ICE latest: What agreements are in place in Philly, its suburbs, New Jersey and Delaware?
Some local law enforcement has signed 287(g) agreements with ICE. Others are doubling down on limiting cooperation with federal agents amid a nationwide crackdown.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:47 PM
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Senate Democrats are threatening to shut down the government in an effort to withhold funding for Trump’s immigration crackdown.

In another split with his party, U.S. Senator John Fetterman says he will never vote for a government shutdown.

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Sen. John Fetterman breaks with fellow Democrats over ICE funding
Although Fetterman called for the immigration operation in Minneapolis to “immediately end,” he vowed to never vote to shut down the government.
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January 26, 2026 at 10:49 PM
LATEST: Philadelphia's snow emergency has been lifted.

Drivers may now park along snow emergency routes.
Philadelphia snow updates: Dangerous cold stretch, snowfall totals and latest storm impact
Bitter temps will linger across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware this week. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:43 PM
LATEST: Philly public school buildings will remain closed Tuesday. Students will learn virtually.

A snow emergency remains in effect. City offices and courts will similarly remain closed Tuesday.

Here's what you need to know ↓
Philadelphia snow updates: Dangerous cold stretch, snowfall totals and latest storm impact
Bitter temps will linger across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware this week. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:48 PM
From Philly and its suburbs to New Jersey and Delaware, residents are digging out from significant snowfall.

📸 Here's how the winter storm and its aftermath have unfolded, in photos ↓
Photos: Snow blankets the Philadelphia region in first major storm of 2026
Here's how the winter storm and its aftermath have unfolded, in photos.
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January 26, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Philly's record snowfall and frigid temps make it easy to forget that winter is the fastest-warming season on the East Coast.

Here's what to know about the surprising tie between global warming and heavy snow in our area ↓

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What’s up with all the snow in the Philly region? Climate scientists explain
Winter is still the fastest-warming season on the East Coast. “You're always going to see variable weather patterns,” one expert said.
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January 26, 2026 at 2:16 PM
A major winter storm dumped over 9 inches of snow on Philly — the most the city has seen in 10 years.

Now the region is bracing for a dangerous cold stretch.

Here's the latest, including updated snow totals and transit impacts ↓

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Philadelphia snow updates: Dangerous cold stretch, snowfall totals and latest storm impact
Bitter temps will linger across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware this week. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 26, 2026 at 1:29 PM
LATEST: SEPTA will suspend all Regional Rail, bus and Metro Route G1 service starting at 2 p.m.

Subway routes L, B, D and M will continue to run.
Philadelphia snow updates: Latest forecast, storm timing, travel impact and more
Significant snow accumulations are expected across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 25, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Snow is blanketing Philadelphia in the first major storm of 2026.

📸 Here's how it looks on the ground so far, in photos ↓
Photos: Snow blankets Philadelphia in first major storm of 2026
Here’s how the winter storm looks on the ground.
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January 25, 2026 at 2:53 PM
LATEST: Snow is already starting to pile up across the Philly region.

Here's how much has fallen so far ↓
Philadelphia snow updates: Latest forecast, storm timing, travel impact and more
Significant snow accumulations are expected across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 25, 2026 at 2:25 PM
LATEST: Snow is falling across the Philadelphia region, with sleet and freezing rain to come.

Here's the latest forecast and everything else you need to know ↓

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Philadelphia snow updates: Latest forecast, storm timing, travel impact and more
Significant snow accumulations are expected across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.
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January 25, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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Gov. Murphy's clemency actions have drawn the ire of a couple of prosecutors. We hear from Atlantic and Monmouth counties, plus take a quick look at how Murphy had the ultimate decision when it comes to pardons. whyy.org/articles/mur... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey.
Gov. Murphy's final clemency actions raise questions about transparency
Though former Gov. Phil Murphy established an advisory board, the ultimate decision to grant clemency was up to him.
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January 23, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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LATEST: Heavy snow, sleet and ice are in the forecast for the Philly region tomorrow.

Here's everything to know about the storm's impact, including updated timing and NJ Transit suspensions ↓

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Philadelphia snow updates: Latest forecast; heavy snow and ice to blanket region
Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.
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January 24, 2026 at 10:03 PM
LATEST: Philadelphia public schools will be closed on Monday due to inclement weather.

Charged Chromebooks will be sent home with students on Friday in the event schools shift to virtual learning past Monday.

Follow along for live updates ↓
Philly winter storm updates: Parker declares snow emergency; city schools closed Monday; latest forecast
Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:13 PM
LATEST: Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker has announced the city will be under a snow emergency this weekend.

Under a snow emergency, 110 miles of emergency routes across the city must be clear of vehicles.

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Philly winter storm updates: Parker declares snow emergency; city schools closed Monday; latest forecast
Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Heavy snow — up to 18 inches — is in the forecast for the Philadelphia region, along with sleet and freezing rain.

Here's what to know, from snowfall totals and weather advisories to travel impacts and more ↓

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Philly winter storm updates: Up to 18 inches of snow expected, plus sleet, freezing rain
Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:08 PM
The Philly region is bracing for a winter storm this weekend with up to a foot of snow possible.

Here’s what to know ↓
Winter storm latest: The Philly area could see up to a foot of snow. Here’s what to know
While exact snowfall totals remain uncertain, forecasters are expecting heavy snow this weekend.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:02 PM
As Philly City Council returns, here’s what to watch on affordable housing, tenant protections and tax abatements ↓
Philly City Council is back in action next week. Here’s what to watch for on housing
Affordable housing will remain a top issue in 2026 as lawmakers aim to help renters and expand supply amid an ongoing crisis.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:30 PM
A 100-year-old Germantown home may be transformed into a new kind of birth center for Philly families.
Philadelphia Midwife Collective plans a new birth center in Germantown
Plans to open an independent birth center in Germantown come on the heels of the Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center closure in Bryn Mawr.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Out: Kevin Patullo apologists, locker-room beefs and drive-killing penalties.

In: sloppy kisses, water-bowl scrums and indiscriminate potty breaks.

"DeVon-tails Smith" is among 11 Philly-area shelter dogs competing in Puppy Bowl 2026.

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‘DeVon-tails Smith’ among 11 Philly-area shelter dogs competing in Puppy Bowl 2026
Out: Kevin Patullo apologists, locker-room beefs and drive-killing penalties. In: sloppy kisses, water-bowl scrums and indiscriminate potty breaks.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Terry Gross paid a visit to @colbertlateshow.bsky.social, where she reflected on 50 years of "Fresh Air," the role of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and more.

📺 Here's how it went ↓
Terry Gross reflects on 50 years of ‘Fresh Air’ on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'
Gross reflected on her decades-long career and the estimated 15,000 to 18,000 interviews she has conducted over the years.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM