How the Trump administration’s proposed panels would change President’s House

The federal government's envisioned changes for the President's House glosses over the brutal treatment of enslaved persons and dilutes George Washington's role as an enslaver.

Mayor Parker won’t oppose legislation restricting ICE in Philly, but admin warns some language is ‘legally problematic’

Dozens of activists packed Council’s chambers in City Hall, waving signs and chanting “ICE out.” Several testified in support of the legislation.

Police ask the owner of 14,088 bags of fentanyl found in Delaware to come forward

Two civilians made the discovery and reported it to police, who confiscated the drugs.

After garage collapse, CHOP should abandon the Grays Ferry project | Editorial

“The seven-level structure, meant to relieve parking pressure for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia workers, was widely seen as an imposition on the Grays Ferry neighborhood,” writes The Inquirer Editorial Board.

How two Philly congressional candidates are quietly guiding super PACs in plain sight

State Sen. Sharif Street and State Rep. Chris Rabb are using a tactic called "redboxing" on their campaign sites, which convey messaging strategies and advertising solicitations aimed at super PACs.

Years into ‘historic affiliation,’ Drexel University and Academy of Natural Sciences may sever ties

The two organizations joined forces in 2011 but may now dis-affiliate. Both Gov. Shapiro and Mayor Parker have become involved in the talks between the two bodies.

A 10-foot wall and $33M in security upgrades: How the Pa. governor’s mansion and Josh Shapiro have changed in the year since the arson attack

The attack revealed critical — and nearly deadly — weaknesses to Pennsylvania’s security for its top official and his family, resulting in $33 million in security upgrades at the mansion and his home.

Philadelphia police expand drone use, but with little oversight from above

The Philadelphia Police Department has been operating a drone program for two years without the kind of transparency and oversight common in other major cities.

You could bet (literally!!) that greedy U.S. kleptocrats couldn’t get Iran deal | Will Bunch

"Drunk from war profits on everything from crypto to drones, Trump’s team of kleptocrats has no idea how to end their failed Iran War," writes columnist Will Bunch.

The PPD has been operating a drone program for two years without the kind of transparency and oversight common in other major cities.

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Pa. Republicans defend Trump’s agenda but acknowledge ‘extremely difficult’ election year at annual conference

U.S. Rep. Scott Perry preached "total vigilance." U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick doubled down on his support for the Iran war.

The 5 principles Trump should have considered before attacking Iran | Opinion

"Lacking a definitive 'end' for the war prior to beginning the conflict, the unanticipated actions by Iran led to U.S. threats that, if executed, would break a fifth principle of war: the rule of law," writes Joe Sestak, former Navy vice admiral and former U.S. representative.

Cooper Sharp has conquered cheesesteaks. Is it a pizza cheese now?

Cooper Sharp has exploded in popularity as a pizza topping. In Philly, the trend is driven by the Pizazz — a little known hyperlocal pizza that uses American cheese.

South Jersey students learn mushroom cultivation while getting a lesson in civics Rancocas Valley Regional High students are harvesting 1,000 pounds of mushrooms annually and getting a civics lesson.

“It’s super fun. You don’t really get bored.” — sophomore Lilly Sell

🍄 These South Jersey students are growing and harvesting mushrooms for their local restaurants, soup kitchens, CSAs, and more.

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Some Philadelphia-area smoke shops sell unregulated psychedelics that often mislead customers

Philadelphia is a wonderland for unregulated “magic mushrooms.” Trip at your own risk.

Following the controlled demolition of the garage, recovery crews entered the site at 9 p.m. on Sunday. By the early hours of Monday morning, the two ironworkers were recovered by members of the Philadelphia Fire Department, said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.

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Grays Ferry neighbors are grappling with the garage collapse, as demolition and the search for the missing workers continues

After the deadly collapse of a Grays Ferry parking garage, a stretch of the South Philadelphia neighborhood has been cut off, limiting mobility and access to food for residents.

Two ironworkers who died in the CHOP garage collapse have been recovered

The bodies of Matthew Kane and Mark Scott Jr., the two ironworkers trapped under the debris of the collapsed CHOP garage, were recovered early Monday morning.

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Crews began demolition and continued search efforts on Saturday for two missing ironworkers trapped in the rubble of a Grays Ferry parking garage that collapsed this week.

OPINION: “Nothing so clearly illustrates the madness of this Iran war, and that of its architect, Donald J. Trump, than his urge to profit from a strategic disaster,” writes columnist Trudy Rubin. www.inquirer.com/opinion/iran...

American Airlines raises bag fees amid higher fuel costs and the war in Iran

American, the largest carrier at Philadelphia International Airport, became the latest airline to increase prices amid rising fuel costs.

Philly is the No. 8 food and drink city in the U.S., Food & Wine says

Philadelphia makes a strong showing in Food & Wine’s annual Global Tastemakers rankings, citing a culinary scene beyond cheesesteaks and soft pretzels.

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Eagles stadium talks: ‘They’re going to stay in Philly’

"We’re also going to do it in a way that protects the Eagles and protects the taxpayers," Governor Josh Shapiro said of the Eagles research into a new or renovated stadium.

Crews prepare to demolish collapsed Grays Ferry garage in effort to recover 2 missing workers

The unstable condition of the under-construction Children's Hospital of Philadelphia garage has forced rescuers to proceed slowly and carefully.

On the latest episode of Uncovering the Birds, @governor.pa.gov Josh Shapiro caught up with @jeff-mclane.bsky.social to discuss the NFL Draft, his Eagles fandom, what football means to Pennsylvania, and more.

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This record shop’s releasing a ‘love letter’ to Delco vinyl with 90-plus tracks of locals-only sounds

Greatest Hits Records & Books is producing its first independent release: an LP featuring 92 short tracks that encompass Delco living, with bangers like "Guy Stuck Holding Door at Wawa."

Pennsylvania Medicaid stopped covering GLP-1s for obesity this year, but it's not all savings

The cost of GLP-1s for Pa. Medicaid soared to $1.3 billion from $233 million during the three years they were covered for obesity alone.

Trump administration can’t change President’s House panels for now, federal appeals court affirms

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals ordered the federal government to maintain the status quo at the President's House following the National Park Service release of new exhibit panels renderings.