Man critically injured after SUV hits pedestrian in Northeast Philadelphia
A male pedestrian was critically injured after a white Hyundai SUV hit him while crossing Oxford Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia early Saturday morning.
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Frankford Home Fire Causes Severe Damage
A house on Large Street in Frankford caught fire early Saturday, causing severe damage to the residence and a beauty salon before firefighters put out the flames.
Museum Launches Two-Day Living‑History Festival on 1776 Fall
The Museum of the American Revolution is hosting a two‑day festival that reenacts Philadelphia in the fall of 1776, highlighting the fragile state of the newly declared independence.
Philadelphia Officials Detail Voter Registration Deadlines
City Commissioners Brian Taff and Omar Sabir explained upcoming voter registration deadlines to inform Philadelphia residents.
7,000 Cyclists Ride Car‑Free Streets in Philadelphia
Seven thousand cyclists rode on car‑free streets in Philadelphia on Saturday as part of the annual Philly Bike Ride.
Philadelphia Urban Birdwatching Booms Among Young Residents
Birdwatching among Philadelphia's Gen Z and millennial residents has surged, driven by pandemic isolation, birding apps, and social media. The hobby, once mainly rural, is gaining traction in the city.
Schuylkill Center Completes $1 M Flood‑Control Restoration in North Philadelphia
The Schuylkill Center finished a $1 million project in North Philadelphia that uses natural landscaping to reduce flooding, erosion, and protect wildlife habitat.
Wooden Shoe Books Marks 50 Years with South Street Block Party
Wooden Shoe Books is holding a South Street block party on October 17, 2026, to celebrate its 50 years of service to Philadelphia’s activist community.
Federal Loans Up to $4.4 B to Restart Nuclear Plants
The federal government is offering up to $4.4 billion in loans to restart nuclear plants in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Iowa, aiming to meet rising electricity demand and power data centers.
Pennsylvania Launches First Statewide Farm Support Plan
Pennsylvania introduced its first farm support plan as farms and acreage have fallen sharply over the past decade, with losses double the national rate.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued as Squall Line Approaches Philadelphia
AccuWeather issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Philadelphia this evening as a squall line forms in central Pennsylvania and moves eastward.
Two Hospitalized After Drexel Hill House Fire
Two individuals were hospitalized after a house fire broke out on Albemarle Avenue in Drexel Hill early Saturday morning, with fire officials responding around 4:25 a.m.
Lynn Margulis Papers Added to APS Collection
Lynn Margulis’s personal and research papers have been moved to the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia after a fire threatened its historic collection. The transfer secures the work of the noted evolutionary biologist.
Federal Order Issued After Michigan 600‑Gallon Pipeline Leak
Federal officials issued an order following Energy Transfer's discovery of a 600‑gallon crude oil leak in Michigan, a spill similar to a prior incident in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Three Philadelphia Schools Evacuated After Threats Reported
Three Philadelphia schools were locked down and evacuated Friday morning after threats were reported, with police and officials following standard procedures.
Residents Raise Concerns at Plymouth Data Center Zoning Hearing
Residents voiced concerns about noise and emissions at a zoning board hearing for a proposed 2,000,000‑square‑foot data center on a former steel plant site in Plymouth Township.
Woodmere Museum Opens Fashion Lending Library from McFadden Archive
The Woodmere Museum launched a fashion lending library using hundreds of Mary McFadden garments donated by her estate, making the archived pieces available for event borrowing.
Halloween House Debuts New Attraction in Philly’s Fashion District
The Halloween House opened a new Halloween-themed attraction in Philadelphia’s Fashion District, relocating from Deptford Mall to a larger space for the season.
Homelessness Count Drops 6% as Shelter Use Rises
The 2026 point‑in‑time homelessness count in Philadelphia shows a 6% decline to over 5,100 people, driven by more individuals staying in shelters and fewer than 700 sleeping on the streets.
Police Arrest Suspect After Southwest Philadelphia Shooting
A 41-year-old man was fatally shot in Southwest Philadelphia, and police arrested a suspect following their investigation.
