Can Pro-Trump Poll Watchers Disrupt Voting In Pennsylvania?
Donald Trump is calling on Pennsylvania voters to also monitor polling places for fraud. The effort has prompted fears for the integrity of the electoral process.
Philadelphia
Amtrak Begins Settling Philadelphia Derailment Lawsuits, But Keeps Details Secret
Dozens of lawsuits were filed after the deadly May 2015 accident. An attorney for one person who received a settlement says a confidentiality provision prevents him from disclosing any details.
PHOTOS: Dissent, Drama And Unity At The Democratic Convention
Photographer Gabriella Demczuk explored the fractures in American politics, examining the Democratic Party's attempt to capitalize on the convention in Philadelphia to make itself "stronger together."
These Old-Timey Philly Candies Offer A Taste Of Politics Past
Clear toy candies are a centuries-old local tradition. With the Democratic convention in town, an old-school candy maker is peddling some with a political bent. Think lollipop meets Mount Rushmore.
Philadelphia-Area Transit Agency Pulls One-Third Of Railroad Cars From Service
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority discovered a structural problem in 120 cars — the newest rail cars in its fleet. Commuters started feeling the impact on Tuesday.
Philadelphia Becomes 1st Major U.S. City To Pass A Tax On Soda
The new tax will hit thousands of products with added sugar or artificial sweetener. It's expected to raise millions of dollars annually for an expansion of early-childhood education.
One Year After Fatal Amtrak Derailment, Still Waiting For Answers
The National Transportation Safety Board has scheduled a meeting next week to detail the probable cause of the accident, which killed 8 people and injured more than 200.
'Touch Tours' Help Blind Experience Philadelphia's Historic Food Scene
A hands-on tour of the city's landmark Italian Market includes time to appreciate the scents and sounds — and opportunities to sample the district's delicious chocolate, cheeses and fresh pastas.
Turnout And A Trim: Bid To Boost Black Men's Voting Heads To The Barbershop
African-American men tend to vote at lower rates than other groups of Americans. So, a Philadelphia civic activist is recruiting barbers to talk to their customers about voting and local engagement.
Adapting To A More Extreme Climate, Coastal Cities Get Creative
In preparation for sea level rise, vulnerable cities are building infrastructure to protect themselves. But as a look at New Orleans and Philadelphia shows, the strategies are unique to each city.