Government shutdown begins as White House moves to cut billions in funding
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years got underway as Republicans and Democrats remained at an impasse over 2025 funding.
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The first government shutdown in nearly seven years got underway as Republicans and Democrats remained at an impasse over 2025 funding.
Congressional leaders met with President Trump at the White House as Washington barrels toward a 2025 shutdown.
The Senate plans to take up a House-passed bill to fund the government through September beginning on Friday, which needs the support of Democrats to move forward.
Some federal agencies, including the State and Defense Departments, told their employees not to respond to an email asking for a list of tasks they completed.
As workers gathered nationwide to protest cuts to the federal workforce, some in Philadelphia gathered at Independence Hall to sound the alarm.
Timothy Welbeck with Temple University said Trump's plan to end federal DEIA programs could leave many Americans less protected.
The superseding indictment against Trump is based on a narrower set of allegations after the Supreme Court ruled Trump had some immunity from prosecution.
The Justice Department officially proposed a new rule on Thursday that would reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug.
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
The FBI earlier said there was no "there is no specific or credible information to suggest there are ties to terrorism."
The bill will fund the government at current levels until mid-January.
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
If an agreement isn't reached to prevent the United States from defaulting on its debt, the country could descend into economic disarray, affecting millions of Americans from investors to Social Security beneficiaries.
Millions of Social Security recipients "need to be very careful" about spending because payments could be delayed, one expert said.
The panel's seven Democrats and two Republicans voted unanimously to adopt its final report and urge the Justice Department to prosecute Trump.
Neighbors say this is the second time they've dealt with a water main break in the past few months.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
We'll have a warmer and drier week ahead in the Philadelphia region with temperatures in the 70s and 80s on Tuesday.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Neighbors say this is the second time they've dealt with a water main break in the past few months.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
Residents in North Philadelphia said a crew provided a metal plate to cover a sinkhole on their street.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Neighbors say this is the second time they've dealt with a water main break in the past few months.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Residents in North Philadelphia said a crew provided a metal plate to cover a sinkhole on their street.
Six people were hurt, including two critically, when a boat struck a day marker in Barnegat Bay Monday evening, New Jersey State Police said.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 21st home run to send Jesús Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies to a win against the San Diego Padres.
After months of speculation, a critical day in A.J. Brown trade talks is one week away.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Residents in the Mount Airy section of Philadelphia say they weren't able to shower or run water before school and work Tuesday morning after a water main break. Ray Strickland reports.
For the next two months, roads around Lemon Hill in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park will be closed as the area is transformed into the site of the FIFA Fan Festival, a massive watch party and fan-activation experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brandon Goldner reports.
After a soggy Memorial Day Weekend, Tuesday brings us clouds and warmer temperatures with no rain. Just a day late! Meanwhile, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking the return of showers for Wednesday.
Voters in the Garden State head to the polls on Monday as the early in-person voting period begins ahead of the June 2, 2026 primary election. Polls are open May 26-May 31 before Election Day.
No injuries were reported after a fire on 500 West Union Boulevard in Bethlehem on Tuesday morning.