Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees

As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers. 

USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines

Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.

Center City District SIPS returns to Philly for its 22nd summer

Center City SIPS, the popular midweek social hour for professionals looking to unwind after work, has officially returned to Philadelphia for its 22nd summer.

Rideshare, delivery taxes at center of Philadelphia’s $7B budget negotiations

Philadelphia City Council is continuing to debate Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed $6.9 billion budget, with key tax proposals still unresolved ahead of a planned vote.

Uber's latest lost and found list includes ankle monitor, grillz and human hair

From smartphones and wallets to viral Labubu plushies, Uber’s latest Lost & Found Index reveals the most surprising items riders left behind this year.

New details after man killed, 2 officers shot in Atlantic City: Everything we know

The Attorney General’s Office released the identities of the deceased suspect and the officer involved in a fatal police shooting in Atlantic City on June 2, 2026, with the investigation ongoing and the decedent’s mother speaking out about her son’s death.

Dan Sullivan vs. Dan Sullivan: Alaska GOP senator claims ballot ‘dirty trick’

Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats and former Rep. Mary Peltola's campaign of a political "dirty trick" after another candidate named Dan Sullivan qualified for Alaska's Senate primary ballot.

US Army soldier dies during training exercise in Iraq

A U.S. Army soldier was killed during a training exercise at an air base in Iraq, military officials confirmed.

Watch: Elderly worker surprised with $145K after woman’s fundraiser goes viral

A 21-year-old Tennessee woman raised more than $145,000 through a GoFundMe after seeing an elderly movie theater employee still working and wanting to help her retire.

American Airlines suspends several domestic routes

Rising fuel costs are forcing airlines to make tough decisions. American Airlines is temporarily suspending several domestic routes. Here's what to know.

California tech CEO accused of smuggling US equipment to Iran's military, nuclear programs

Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.