Philadelphia school district launches online survey on facilities closure plan
The School District of Philadelphia is asking for input from the families of students, as it decides which schools could close or merge.
Changes in Philadelphia’s diversity, equity and inclusion policies are designed to comply with new...
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Mayor Cherelle Parker signed a new order Tuesday that reworks the city’s contracting and procurement policies after settling a lawsuit that challenged the city’s guidelines for diversity, equity and...
Police Seek Help Locating Missing 12-Year-Old Anah Green Last Seen in Our Neighborhood
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking help to locate Anah Green, a 12-year-old girl last seen on November 5, 2025, in the 1500 block of North Alden Street. Police report that Anah is known to visit areas near Broad Street and Olney Avenue, 57th Street and Lansdowne Avenue, and Hunting Park.
Philly launches anti-human trafficking initiative ahead of expected 2026 tourism boost
With an expected influx of visitors to Philadelphia in 2026, one hidden consequence could be an increase in human trafficking. City officials and nonprofit leaders have begun work on an anti-trafficking campaign they hope will prevent such a spike.
Closing arguments conclude in trial of men accused of killing officer at airport
Yabronny Martinez Fernandez and Hendrick Pena Martinez are charged in the 2023 death of Philadelphia Police Sgt. Richard Mendez.
What to know about road closures, parking restrictions and more ahead of 2025 Philadelphia...
The City of Philadelphia has released what roads will be closed for the Philadelphia Marathon this weekend.
Man arrested in Philadelphia is latest suspect in Columbus recreation center murder
Police have arrested a man in Philadelphia, PA in connection to the murder at a Columbus, GA recreation center. The incident occurred on August 29, 2025, when officers responded to Shirley B. Winston Recreation Center after reports of a male being shot inside the gym. The victim, identified as Jacarie...
Man hit by car, killed on Cottman Avenue in Northeast Philly on Tuesday
Officials are investigating after a man was killed by car in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday evening, according to the police department. On Nov. 18, officers with the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the 2100 block of Cottman Avenue just before 8 p.m. for a reported crash involving a car and a...
SEPTA officials and union leaders return to bargaining table hoping to avoid a strike
As the city's transit union fights for better pay and improved working conditions, leaders are sitting down with SEPTA management in hopes of coming to an agreement.
Philly warns residents of fake water bill website attempting to steal information
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is warning residents that scammers have created a fake website that imitates the city's official water bill site.
