Penn's interim president calls lecturer's political cartoons "reprehensible" and "antisemitic"
A University of Pennsylvania lecturer is under fire for political cartoons on the Israel-Hamas war that he shared on his website.
A University of Pennsylvania lecturer is under fire for political cartoons on the Israel-Hamas war that he shared on his website.
Penn's interim president said he finds the political cartoons "reprehensible."
Someone dumped garbage on the Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza a few days after someone spray-painted a swastika on the memorial.
A suspect was seen on camera spray-painting the hateful symbol on the memorial.
Built-in 1964, the Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza along the Parkway is the only major public monument in Philadelphia dedicated to the remembrance of the Holocaust.
Claudine Gay announced her resignation Tuesday in a letter addressed to the Harvard community.
Philadelphia's Drexel University is currently under investigation for alleged discrimination on campus by the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania are rejecting legislation to send more than $33.5 million to the University of Pennsylvania's veterinary school over criticism that the Ivy League school has tolerated antisemitism.
Pennsylvania House Republicans voted down legislation that would have sent $33 million to help Penn Vet train veterinarians.
Philadelphia Police are investigating after two swastikas were spray-painted on a wall near a senior apartment complex in Somerton that's home to several Jewish people.
Philadelphia police said detectives are still in the early stages of their investigation and added that it was imperative they find whoever spray-painted the Nazi symbols.
The search is on for Penn's next president after former president Liz Magill and former chairman of the Board of Trustees Scott Bok resigned over the weekend.
Over the weekend, Liz Magill, Penn's former president, and Scott Bok, the former chairman of the Board of Trustees, both resigned following a controversial testimony during a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.
Organizers said the rally was in response to recent incidents of antisemitism in Philadelphia and increasing incidents globally.
Julie Platt will replace Scott Bok as the university's interim chair after he resigned on Saturday.
Community leaders gathered at congregation Rodeph Shalom Synagogue in Spring Garden in response to recent incidents of antisemitism in Philadelphia and increasing incidents globally.
Liz Magill came under fire this week after a hearing in Congress where university presidents were asked about antisemitism on college campuses.
The effects of Congressional testimony by University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill on campus antisemitism are still reverberating, with mounting calls for her to step down.
Pressure is mounting on the University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, to step down after controversial testimony before Congress this week that many viewed as antisemitic.
Ross Stevens is threatening to pull $100 million in shares of his Stone Ridge Asset Management company after Liz Magill's comments before Congress this week.
An American Jewish Committee "Bring the hostages home" billboard in Philadelphia's University City section was defaced on Thursday.
Magill is facing an uproar over her comments at a congressional hearing on antisemitism earlier this week.
University of Pennsylvania students and staff protested Thursday outside the office of President Liz Magill, who is facing an uproar over her comments at a congressional hearing on antisemitism earlier this week.
Students acknowledged rising tensions but said campus feels safe. Penn President Liz Magill testified Monday before a House committee about discrimination on campus.
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill testified about antisemitism on campus on Capitol Hill Tuesday. Penn students discuss rising tension.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Part of Oregon Avenue in Philadelphia is flooded after a water main break sent water rushing into the street Wednesday.
Police in Pottstown, Pennsylvania believe a 14-year-old was shot during a fight involving multiple teenage girls on Tuesday, July 2.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Howard Eskin, a longtime Philadelphia sports broadcaster, has been suspended from Citizens Bank Park for the rest of the season.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Part of Oregon Avenue in Philadelphia is flooded after a water main break sent water rushing into the street Wednesday.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Part of Oregon Avenue in Philadelphia is flooded after a water main break sent water rushing into the street Wednesday.
Police in Pottstown, Pennsylvania believe a 14-year-old was shot during a fight involving multiple teenage girls on Tuesday, July 2.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
The Shell Recycling Program works by collecting used oyster shells from restaurants and casinos in Atlantic City and putting them back into the Mullica River.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
People can "Follow You Down" to Wiggins Waterfront Park to celebrate the Fourth of July this year with the 26th annual Freedom Festival, featuring a concert by 90s band Gin Blossoms.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Low humidity, sunny skies and seasonably mild temperatures are once again in the weather forecast on Tuesday in the Philadelphia area.
Three good Samaritans are being hailed as heroes for saving the lives of two children trapped in a burning car in Wilmington, Delaware, on Monday night.
After severe weather Sunday, the Philadelphia region is starting July off today with sunny skies from start to finish.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Diamond Shruumz-brand cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide now linked to 48 illnesses in 24 states.
A behind-the-scenes look at a special camp called Variety for children and young adults with disabilities is underway in Montgomery County. The camp is all about fun and learning.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
Atlantic City, New Jersey, leaders and business owners are preparing for an influx of people for the Fourth of July holiday.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
You don't need to identify as LGBTQ+ or vegetarian to dig into the deliciousness at LesbiVeggies in Audubon.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
Three people were killed after a small bus rear-ended a truck and caught fire on the Route 1 Media Bypass in Delaware County on Tuesday.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
Trea Turner hit two long home runs, and the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies hung on to beat the struggling Chicago Cubs 6-4.
Howard Eskin, a longtime Philadelphia sports broadcaster, has been suspended from Citizens Bank Park for the rest of the season.
The Matvei Michkov era in Philadelphia will begin after dark. Here are some highlights from the Flyers' 2024-25 schedule, which was released Tuesday.
After adding Paul George, the Philadelphia 76ers lost some key pieces of their rotation last season in 2024 NBA free agency.
The Philadelphia Flyers on Monday signed 19-year-old Matvei Michkov to his entry-level contract.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and the days leading up to it.
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City celebrated its 6th anniversary on June 28 with a celebratory luncheon at their newest seaside dining destination, The Terrace.
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards, and Will Smith debuted a single as he continued his comeback from slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars two years ago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
This Independence Day, leave the pyrotechnics to the professionals and follow food safety best practices, experts say.
Hurricane Beryl is forecast to make landfall in Jamaica Wednesday afternoon as a major Category 4 storm. As the hurricane threatens the island, people living in Philadelphia say they're concerned about their friends and family stuck in the path of the storm.
A three-block stretch of Oregon Avenue is closed after a water main break flooded the street.
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels for this time of year since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.50 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years. Ross DiMattei reports from the Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway where many drivers will be passing through on the way to the Jersey Shore.
Police in Pottstown, Pennsylvania believe a 14-year-old was shot during a fight involving multiple teenage girls on Tuesday, July 2.