Crime
Lawsuit Filed Against Maker of 'Skill Games' Betting Machines After Armed Robbery-Shooting of Low-Wage Neighborhood Store Clerk
Clerk forced to handle large cash payouts was seriously wounded in the attack
Passersby Rescue Women After Man Allegedly Follows Them in Philadelphia
Bystanders intervened after a group of women confronted a man they claimed was trailing behind them late at night in downtown Philly.
Motorcyclist Killed in Philadelphia Hit-and-Run After Tow Truck Detachment
Vehicle broke free from tow truck and struck the motorcyclist, who later died at the hospital.
Weather
9 Firefighters Injured in Philadelphia House Fire and Collapse
The 2nd-alarm blaze displaced at least 6 residents and brought over 100 firefighters to the scene.
Brutal Cold Hits Philadelphia After Warm Weekend
Temperatures to plummet on Monday before gradual warming through the week.
Massive Snow Piles Linger in Philadelphia Weeks After Blizzard
City crews work to clear away towering snow mounds, but melting is slow with cold temperatures ahead.
Economics
Philadelphia Manufacturing Activity Rises Again
Future growth expectations jump in February survey
Pennsylvania Layoffs Rise: State 3rd Highest in US for Job Cuts in 2026
Despite national job growth, thousands of Pennsylvania workers face layoffs in 2026 as the state ranks 3rd nationally for job cuts.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Explore Solutions to Rising Energy Costs
State committees examine factors driving utility price hikes and proposals to provide relief for consumers
Tech
Photographer Captures Graphic Chaos of Philly Bike Shop
Michael Krupka's image of a jumble of bike frames and parts exemplifies a growing trend in documentary-style photography.
SEPTA Deploys AI Cameras on Trolleys to Catch Parking Violations
Philadelphia is the first city in the U.S. to use this enforcement approach on light rail vehicles.
Philadelphia Deploys AI Cameras to Catch Illegal Parking on SEPTA Trolley Routes
Fines for blocking trolley tracks will begin on April 1 after a warning period.
Sports
Phillies Catcher J.T. Realmuto Vows to Finish Unfinished Business
Veteran backstop ready to lead Phillies to deeper playoff run after early exit in 2025
NBA Honors Rookies Harper and Knueppel for February
Charlotte's Kon Knueppel wins Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month, while San Antonio's Dylan Harper takes Western Conference honors.
Phillies' Ben Davis Shrugs Off Chainsaw Injury
The former MLB catcher refuses to let a deep knee gash slow him down.
