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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services this week launched a major civil rights investigation into a state health department, examining whether its licensing practices unlawfully …
HHS Probes State Licensing Practices in Sweeping Faith-Based Rights Investigation Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police have arrested a city man following an investigation into an alleged burglary reported last month on South Jackson Street.
Burglary Case Breaks Weeks Later as Wilmington Police Make Arrest Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Finding an apartment in Philadelphia and its suburbs grew noticeably tougher in 2025 as more renters stayed put, new construction lagged demand, and competition intensified across the …
Renters Stay Put, Competition Spikes Across Philadelphia in 2025 Read More
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Drivers in Springfield and Whitemarsh townships should prepare for significant daytime disruptions next week as PennDOT moves forward with pipe replacement work along a busy stretch …
Stenton Avenue Closure Set to Snarl Traffic Across Two Townships Next Week Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police have arrested a city man following an investigation into alleged illegal drug sales that culminated in a traffic stop earlier this week.
Undercover Drug Probe Ends in Arrest After Police Seize Cocaine, Marijuana Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Democratic lawmakers this week unveiled legislation that would impose a severance tax on natural gas production in Pennsylvania, reviving a long-running debate over whether the state is …
Democrats Push New Gas Severance Tax, Saying Pennsylvania Is Leaving Billions Behind Read More
ELKTON, MD — Cecil College will open the new year with its annual Mind, Body and Spirit Festival, a two-day event returning January 23 and 24 that organizers say will …
Mind, Body and Spirit Festival Returns With 175 Vendors and Free Admission Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police have charged a 21-year-old man following an investigation into alleged illegal marijuana sales operating out of a Lancaster Avenue business, authorities announced. According to police, …
Police Raid Smoke Shop, Seize Pounds of Marijuana in Wilmington Probe Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has begun replacing its gasoline-powered Chesco Connect buses with propane-fueled vehicles, marking a shift county officials say will cut emissions, reduce operating costs, and …
Propane Buses Roll Out in Chester County, Promising Cleaner Air and Big Savings Read More
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Residents and staff at Freedom Village at Brandywine rallied in recent weeks to support local families, delivering a significant boost to Reeceville Elementary School’s annual “Project …
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Freedom Village Delivers Holiday Cheer to Local School Read More