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Hundreds of people, including Penn students, faculty and staff, gathered at 34th and Walnut streets on Thursday afternoon to protest the cuts and demand action from the university.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
Rep. Sarah McBride said Republicans are "obsessed with culture war issues" a day after Republican Rep. Keith Self called her "Mr. McBride" during a hearing.
Rep. Sarah McBride, who represents Delaware, said that she appears "to live rent-free in the minds of some of my Republican colleagues" in response to a heated exchange about her gender during a hearing this week.
A federal judge ordered six federal agencies to rehire fired probationary workers, saying their terminations last month were unlawful. Investigative reporter Joe Holden has the latest from Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress for the first time since retaking office, telling lawmakers and the nation that "America is back."
The U.S. has been a key supplier of weapons for Ukraine as it continues to fend off the invasion launched by Russia three years ago.
Canada, Mexico and China are hitting back with retaliatory tariffs. The moves raised fears of higher prices for U.S. consumers and a trade war.
Doctors say millions of people take medications that resulted from years of research and the pending research cuts have many worried.
The pending research cuts have many worried, including a Montgomery County professor who depends on the research. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The debate over diversity, equity and inclusion programs has reached Philadelphia as Penn removed information from its website.
The debate over diversity, equity and inclusion programs has reached Philadelphia as Penn removed information from its website.
The USDA warns egg prices could rise another 41% this year.
Standing in front of Independence Hall, Democratic Rep. Brendan Boyle flanked by unions representing federal employees rebuked President Trump and Elon Musk for what they say is an assault on the federal workforce.
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.
About 400 Philadelphia-based IRS workers are among the more than 6,000 employees being laid off this week in the Trump administration's efforts to downsize the federal workforce, their union says.
As workers gathered nationwide to protest cuts to the federal workforce, some in Philadelphia gathered at Independence Hall to sound the alarm.
Workers gathered in Philadelphia and around the country Wednesday to protest the Trump administration's efforts to cut thousands of federal jobs.
Federal workers and union leaders were gathered at Independence Mall in Philadelphia on Wednesday. It comes as the Trump Administration continues its efforts to downsize the federal workforce. Dan Snyder reports.
Two National Park rangers at Independence National Historical Park are among the thousands of probationary employees terminated by the Trump administration, according to a union representing the rangers.
The federal government laid off thousands of probationary employees, including at least two National Park workers in Philadelphia, according to a union.
Some Democratic lawmakers are raising concerns about the security of taxpayer data as Musk's cost-cutting task force moves to the IRS.
Philadelphia doctors are expressing concern after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed and sworn in as health secretary.
The issue was a political lightning rod during the 2024 campaign, with Republicans spending tens of millions of dollars on ads focusing on transgender rights issues.
The largely private relationship between Quinta Brunson and her husband, Kevin Anik, of three years is over.
Arkansas guard D.J. Wagner was one of the best basketball players in the country at Camden High School before heading to college.
The Washington Capitals moved to the verge of clinching a playoff berth by beating the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2.
Backup catcher Garrett Stubbs was sent to the minor leagues to start the baseball season, leaving Rafael Marchan as the backup for J.T. Realmuto.
Outrage is growing over the White House's decision to freeze $175 million in funding for the University of Pennsylvania over its transgender athlete policy.
A police officer was released from the hospital after he was shot outside Friends Hospital in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday.
Sources say a long-term deal to save the Delaware County health system is in jeopardy.
The largely private relationship between Quinta Brunson and her husband, Kevin Anik, of three years is over.
Arkansas guard D.J. Wagner was one of the best basketball players in the country at Camden High School before heading to college.
The restaurant has been an Upper Darby mainstay for 70 years.
Sources say a long-term deal to save the Delaware County health system is in jeopardy.
A police officer was released from the hospital after he was shot outside Friends Hospital in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday.
The restaurant has been an Upper Darby mainstay for 70 years.
While the first day of spring brings joy and the start of blooming flowers, it can also be a time of dread for allergy sufferers.
Spring has officially sprung in Philadelphia, and that means Rita's Italian Ice is offering its annual first-day-of-spring deals.
Arkansas guard D.J. Wagner was one of the best basketball players in the country at Camden High School before heading to college.
The $75-million highly anticipated museum in Mantua Township is a dinosaur lovers paradise. It will come to life later this month
While the first day of spring brings joy and the start of blooming flowers, it can also be a time of dread for allergy sufferers.
Spring has officially sprung in Philadelphia, and that means Rita's Italian Ice is offering its annual first-day-of-spring deals.
The Princeton University women's basketball team lost to Iowa State in the opening game of the NCAA Tournament on Wednesday night.
Todd and Traci Bult visited Delaware to renew their vows for the 38th time after traveling across the country to reaffirm their love.
St. Patrick's Day festivities were in full swing Monday as people gathered in Wilmington, Delaware, to celebrate Irish heritage, history and community.
Rep. Sarah McBride said Republicans are "obsessed with culture war issues" a day after Republican Rep. Keith Self called her "Mr. McBride" during a hearing.
The University of Delaware Blue Hens' hot streak came to an end Tuesday night, but students said they enjoyed the season.
As Tesla stock continues to take a major hit this week, people are showing up to dealerships to protest Elon Musk and his role in the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency.
Sources say a long-term deal to save the Delaware County health system is in jeopardy.
While the first day of spring brings joy and the start of blooming flowers, it can also be a time of dread for allergy sufferers.
The substance abuse research team at Temple University is dedicated to combating the addiction epidemic by developing a new type of pain medication.
Edwin Dunfee, 66, is a gold medal winner who has overcome serious challenges and now he's being awarded as a game changer.
ChristianaCare is building two micro-hospitals in Delaware County. This project comes at a time when many people in Delco are worried about access to health care.
Tequilas Restaurant on Locust Street has reopened after a fire damaged the building two years ago.
From bars to restaurants, many business owners are feeling lucky as people raise a pint and spend some green this St. Patrick's Day weekend.
A grandson is honoring his grandmother who was a pillar in the Audubon community in South Jersey and the heart of his family.
The new product is a wide-mouth jar which can be used for dipping potato chips.
Businesses like the BrickHaus in Ridley Park said nearby Taylor Hospital employees are frequent customers of the restaurant.
A tractor-trailer crash on I-95 South near mile marker 2.0 in Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania, disrupted traffic Tuesday.
New Jersey Transit says someone was struck near the River Line's Cinnaminson station on Tuesday morning.
SEPTA says its schedule changes will improve commuters' experience around the Philadelphia area.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day parade, which features a new route.
A woman was killed in a wrong-way crash in Bethlehem Township, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday night.
Arkansas guard D.J. Wagner was one of the best basketball players in the country at Camden High School before heading to college.
The Washington Capitals moved to the verge of clinching a playoff berth by beating the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2.
Backup catcher Garrett Stubbs was sent to the minor leagues to start the baseball season, leaving Rafael Marchan as the backup for J.T. Realmuto.
Jaylin Williams scored a career-high 19 points and had 17 rebounds and 11 assists for his second career triple-double, and the Thunder cruised past the injury-depleted 76ers 133-100.
The Princeton University women's basketball team lost to Iowa State in the opening game of the NCAA Tournament on Wednesday night.
The largely private relationship between Quinta Brunson and her husband, Kevin Anik, of three years is over.
The restaurant has been an Upper Darby mainstay for 70 years.
After it was initially canceled, the Atlantic City Airshow is back on at the Jersey Shore for 2025.
Known as one of the forefathers of gangsta rap, Schoolly D put Philadelphia on the map in 1985 with his hit, "P.S.K. (What Does It Mean?)".
The 2025-26 Broadway season in Philadelphia includes "SIX," "The Sounds of Music" and more shows.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Host Ashley Harder goes on a journey with a new Broadway lineup debut in Philadelphia with the power of music and the power of a shared experience.
The Philadelphia police officer's vest prevented serious injury as he was shot just an inch above the bottom of the vest, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.
Grant Gilmore has the latest NEXT Weather forecast as the Philadelphia region is set to get hit with rain on Thursday night.
The Philadelphia Phillies sent backup catcher Garrett Stubbs to the minor leagues on Thursday, which means that Rafael Marchan will back up J.T. Realmuto to start the season.
The family said the restaurant will close some time in the summer. They plan to open a new, smaller location somewhere in Delaware County.