Cash-Strapped Chester Can't Sell Water Authority Without Board's Consent, Pa. Supreme Court Says

The suburban Philadelphia water utility serves 200,000 people in Chester and Delaware counties.

PA Taxpayers May See Bigger 2025 Federal Income Tax Returns: What To Know As Tax Season Opens

Tax season opens Monday, Jan. 26. Here's what you should know:

20 Winter Events To Beat Cabin Fever In The Philadelphia Area

The region is hosting plenty of performances, wine tastings and pairings, historical education events, and more. See what's going on here.

New Snowfall Accumulation Estimates Released For Eastern PA

Residents should expect widespread closures and impacts to infrastructure, the National Weather Service warns. See the latest forecast:

What 5 Meteorologists Are Saying About Winter Storm Targeting PA

The consensus is clear: a big winter storm is likely this weekend. But timing and accumulation is unclear. Here's what 5 experts are saying:

Popular Clothing Chain Closing PA Stores, All Sales Now Final

A popular clothing chain with a more than more than a half dozen suburban Philadelphia locations is planning to close all its doors.

With Rental Registries, Cities Try To Track Housing And Hold Bad Actors Accountable

Registries such as those in Denver, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Oakland aim to gather as much data as they can on rentals within city limits.

Confidence Grows In Major Snowstorm Targeting Philly Area: Latest Forecast

The huge weather event impacting much of the country only appears stronger, and more likely, in the latest forecasts.

ICE Is Using Medicaid Data To Find Out Where Immigrants Live

By law, federal Medicaid money cannot be used to cover people who are in the country illegally.

Measles At 33-Year High: See Risk Level In Philly Area

Measles is making a comeback around the nation. What that means for suburban Philly:

'Major' Weekend Snow Storm Possible In Eastern PA; Forecasters Provide Update

Frigid temperatures will prep the region ahead of a developing storm front that could impact much of the nation.

See Who Got The Most Snow During Weekend Storm In Eastern PA

Eastern Pennsylvania residents are digging out of two rounds of weekend snow.

Two Pa. Democrats Sign Onto Noem Impeachment, As Others Weigh Path Forward To Rein In ICE

Last week, Illinois Rep. Robin Kelly introduced three articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Northern Lights Could Be Visible Tonight In PA

A powerful solar eruption on Sunday could lead to a 'severe' geomagnetic storm, making the aurora visible as far south as Alabama.

PA Boy Killed His Dad After Video Game Taken Away, Reports Say

The 42-year-old man from Perry County died from a gunshot wound to the head, according to reports citing court documents.

Snowfall Estimates Increase As Pair Of Winter Storms Target PA

The first round of snow was expected to move through the state on Saturday, followed by a second round on Sunday. See the latest timing.

PA’s Best Doughnut Found Here: New Ranking

A new ranking highlights Pennsylvania's best doughnut.

More Philadelphia Students Are Graduating Without Passing State Exams, New Data Shows

Last year, students were most likely to graduate by fulfilling alternate requirements, according to new district data.

Details On Weekend Snow Released, 2 Chances For Accumulation In PA: Forecasters

Multiple fronts are passing through the region before temperatures plummet, forecasters said. Timing, chances:

Verizon To Offer Credits After Major PA Outage: What To Know, How To Get It

“We sincerely apologize for the disruption," Verizon said, noting the company would "make it right."

UPDATED: Major Verizon Outage Resolved In PA

Many local Verizon customers experienced disruptions to voice and data services on Wednesday afternoon.

Pa. Lawmaker Moves To Ban Warrantless Civil Immigration Arrests Near State Buildings

The measure would apply to ICE and a growing number of local law enforcement agencies under contract with the federal agency.

Snow Possible Overnight In Eastern PA, Forecasters Warn

A blast of frigid air, along with high winds, will quickly whip a taste of winter back into the region, forecasters said.

See The 1,000 Pound 2026 PA Farm Show Butter Sculpture

The sculpture, created by Jim Victor and Marie Pelton of Conshohocken, is set in 1776 Philadelphia.

New Tool Aims To Help PA SNAP Recipients Find Volunteer Roles

The Department of Human Services launched a new feature to help SNAP recipients find volunteer roles to fulfill federal requirements.

Coal Communities Accuse Congress Of Breaking Its Promise To Clean Up Abandoned Mine Lands

Pennsylvania stands to lose the most money, but all but one member of the state’s congressional delegation voted for the bill.

Snow Storm Forecast Changes For Eastern PA: See The Latest

The highly variable weather system may not be what forecasters originally believed.

Coastal Storms Bring 2 Chances Of Snow To Philly Region This Week

The track of a pair of coastal storms could have significant impacts on the Philadelphia region, forecasters said.

3 Athletes With PA Ties Qualify For Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

Southeastern and southwestern PA natives will represent the United States on the ice in hockey and speedskating at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

PA Wagers Billions Of Dollars On Sports: What To Know

As wagering stands now, Pennsylvania ranks fifth in the amount of money wagered on sports betting in the nation.

2 Major Retailers Closing PA Locations

It's game over for hundreds of stores for a major gaming retailer and a department chain.

13 Winter Festivals And Events PA Residents Shouldn’t Miss

Winter festivals make cold weather fun for PA residents seeking an antidote for cabin fever that can set in at this time of year.

January To Bring More Daylight Across The U.S.: What It Means For PA

Now that the winter solstice has come and gone, the amount of sunlight Pennsylvanians get in a day will start to rapidly increase.

Worried About Surveillance, States Enact Privacy Laws And Restrict License Plate Readers

A growing number of conservative lawmakers also want to curb the use of surveillance technologies.

42 Flu Deaths In PA As Case Rates Increase Rapidly

Pennsylvania is seeing one of its most severe flu seasons in recent years.

Where Does Your Pa. Member Of Congress Stand On Venezuela Strikes?

Pennsylvania’s federal lawmakers weigh in on President Trump’s orders to strike Venezuela and capture its president.

Is Wegmans Collecting Biometric Data On PA Shoppers? What To Know About Controversial Policy

Facial recognition technology has been deployed as part of a controversial new policy, challenging the store's customer service reputation.

3 Killed Over 5-Day New Year Period: Pennsylvania State Police

A juvenile boy and a pedestrian on Interstate 476 were killed in separate crashes over the New Year holiday period, state police said.

6 Killed In Christmas Weekend Crashes In PA: State Police

The Pennsylvania State Police reported six fatal crashes and 207 DUI arrests during the five-day travel period throughout the state.

Top 100 High Schools For Sports In PA Ranked In New Report

The 2026 rankings looked at the number of sports, the number of championships, student and parent reviews, and more.