SEPTA serious crime drops 30% in early 2026, lowest since 2015

Serious crime on SEPTA dropped 30% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to last year, with a 42% decrease on the Market-Frankford Line, according to new data from SEPTA Transit Police.

10 years since Prince’s death: Fans gather at Paisley Park to honor music icon

Tuesday marks 10 years since the death of Minnesota music legend Prince, and fans are once again gathering at Paisley Park to remember his life and legacy.

Starbucks announces its corporate office expansion in Nashville, TN

Seattle-based coffee giant Starbucks is investing $100 million to establish a new support office in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of a long-term growth strategy that includes creating 2,000 regional jobs over the next five years.

Minor league catcher turned in by Atlanta Braves following deadly I-75 hit-and-run crash: FHP

An 18-year-old Atlanta Braves minor league catcher was arrested for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a semi-tractor-trailer driver on I-75 in Manatee County Monday morning, according to troopers.

On-campus sexual assault reported at West Chester University

West Chester University shared disturbing news Monday of an on-campus sexual assault that happened last week.

Uber calls for Philly gathering, Flyers win, and Philly school district's facilities master plan
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Flyers fans packed Stateside Live in South Philadelphia for a Game 2 watch party Sunday night as the team faced the Pittsburgh Penguins, according to fans and event organizers. Rookie Porter Martone scored for the second straight playoff game, helping the Flyers secure a 2-0 series lead for the first time in 14 years. The Philadelphia School District unveiled final changes to its facilities master plan, including fewer school closures and more modernization projects, ahead of a key vote this week. Plus, Uber calls for a gathering at City Hall to stop the $1 rideshare tax.

Dublin landlord sued after tenants face unsafe, uninhabitable conditions in Bucks County: DA

Bucks County District Attorney's Office has filed its first-ever lawsuit under the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law against a landlord accused of maintaining uninhabitable property.

Philadelphia school district cuts closures, adds upgrades in $3B facilities plan
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The Philadelphia School District unveiled final changes to its facilities master plan, including fewer school closures and more modernization projects, ahead of a key vote this week.

Bucks County DA sues landlord for unsafe Dublin apartments: What we know
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Bucks County District Attorney's Office has filed its first-ever lawsuit under the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law against a landlord accused of maintaining uninhabitable property

Flyers fans erupt in South Philly as team takes 2-0 series lead
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Flyers fans packed Stateside Live in South Philadelphia for a Game 2 watch party Sunday night as the team faced the Pittsburgh Penguins, according to fans and event organizers. Rookie Porter Martone scored for the second straight playoff game, helping the Flyers secure a 2-0 series lead for the first time in 14 years.

Philadelphia School District unveils final facilities master plan ahead of this week's vote

The Philadelphia School District unveiled final changes to its facilities master plan, including fewer school closures and more modernization projects, ahead of a key vote this week.

Who is John Ternus? Apple taps UPenn grad as next CEO after Tim Cook steps down

Apple announced Tim Cook will become executive chairman and University of Pennsylvania graduate John Ternus will become CEO effective September 1, 2026, following a planned leadership transition.

Victor Wembanyama named 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year in first unanimous vote

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.

DA charges San Jose teen with murder, sex assault of 'Baby Jaxon'

The Santa Clara County District Attorney on Monday announced charges against a then-17-year-old for the death and sexual assault of a 2-year-old boy nicknamed "Baby Jaxon." 

Human skeletal remains found in woods near Wissahickon Creek: police

An investigation is underway after Philadelphia police say they discovered skeletal remains of an adult in the woods near Wissahickon Creek and Germantown Avenue Monday evening.