Frederick Douglass’ critical lesson for the 250th: ‘Contend, contend’
Frederick Douglass spent his life demanding that America live up to its principles. On the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday, his most exhausted and defiant work is his most…
Paul George was a flashy free-agent signing two years ago. His choppy Sixers stint led to another blockbuster trade
George, a former perennial All-Star and the Sixers' big free-agent signing in 2024, played in 78 total games across two seasons — and only 36 with both Joel Embiid and…
Independence (the eagle) is coming to Philadelphia
A bald eagle will be traveling Auburn University to Philadelphia for July 4th.
Philly’s fireworks won’t start until midnight on July 4th and some residents say that’s too late
Fairmount residents are hoping the city calms vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the nation's 250th.
Pa. state and religious leaders hold vigil to honor lives lost in ICE custody ahead of nation’s 250th birthday
The vigil, which comes after the Supreme Court's decision to remove temporary protection status from Haitians and Syrians, pushed for action in support of immigrants.
Racist backlash roiled these high schoolers’ production of ‘1776.’ It strengthened their resolve.
Racially incendiary and antisemitic comments were made under social media photos of the diverse cast, which includes students of color and women playing the Founding Fathers.
East Whiteland directs data center developer to stop work on Superfund site
The township and EPA will review health and safety plans.
The last legal obstacle for the Trump administration’s own President’s House panels has been removed
The President's House is fair game for the President Donald Trump administration following a Boston-based appeal court's ruling that cleared the way for National Park Service to install a new…
Connolly Dermatology, a once fast-growing practice, faces N.J. lawsuit over unpaid wages
In May, the New Jersey Department of Labor said it was investigating complaints about three weeks of missed payrolls.
Kyle Lowry reportedly set to retire as a member of the Toronto Raptors
Lowry, who played in 14 games last season, was almost exclusively a trusted and enthusiastic Sixers veteran on the bench and locker room, particularly for All-NBA point guard Tyrese Maxey.