The NTSB said the outdated design of the railcars, combined with SEPTA's maintenance practices, "represents an immediate and unacceptable safety risk." ...

The Global Sumud Flotilla said on Wednesday that two of its vessels were harassed overnight by an Israeli warship, but there were no further consequences.

David Greene, host of WHYY’s new show “Sports in America," joins us to talk about America’s obsession with sports, how it unites us, and how it can shape who we are. He’ll also share his favorite ...

While living among chimpanzees in Africa decades ago, Goodall documented the animals using tools and doing other activities previously believed to be exclusive to people, and also noted their distinct ...

A perfect storm of circumstances, including the Pennsylvania budget impasse, has led to problems for the chronically underfunded school district in Delaware County.

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that roughly 750,000 federal employees could be furloughed each day of the shutdown, with the total daily cost of their compensation at roughly $400 million.

Prosecutors say the employee felt ostracized by her colleagues and hoped that going through an active shooter situation together would allow them to "trauma bond." ...

On Monday, California federal judge Maxine Chesney granted an order to include Pennsylvania in a temporary pause she’d previously granted to other states. The move is the latest development in a ...

The city's libraries closed due to cooling issues for a collective 3,900 hours — more than for staff shortages, July’s city workers strike or other building issues.

Roughly 750,000 federal workers are expected to be furloughed, some potentially fired by the Trump administration.

The University of Delaware and Delaware State University evacuated buildings Tuesday following reports of safety threats.

Union leaders in Philly say the Trump administration has not provided guidance for a shutdown, as employees worry that their jobs could be permanently cut.