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12/24/2025

Corporal Grade One Matthew T. "Ty" Snook of Hockessin, Delaware, was "a dedicated 10-year veteran of the Delaware State Police," officials said Wednesday afternoon.

Corporal Grade One Matthew T. "Ty" Snook, 34, of Hockessin, Delaware, was "a dedicated 10-year veteran of the Delaware State Police," officials said Wednesday afternoon.

12/24/2025

Journaling, breathing techniques and having a safe space to retreat to can help mitigate stressful situations during the holiday season.

12/24/2025

While many restaurants shut down over the holidays, for others working on the 25th is tradition.

While many restaurants shut down over the holidays, for others working on the 25th is tradition.

12/24/2025

The South Philly bakery is famous for its cannolis and has become a holiday staple for many who wait around the block to sample the sweet treats.

12/24/2025

Members of the 40+ Double Dutch subclub in the West Oak Lane neighborhood celebrate aging, fitness and sisterhood during weekly meetups.

12/24/2025

: An explosion at a nursing home just outside Philadelphia killed at least two people, collapsed part of the building, sent flames shooting out and left people trapped inside, authorities said.

Authorities say they are responding to a reported explosion at a nursing home just outside Philadelphia that collapsed a part of the building and that people were believed to be trapped inside.

12/23/2025

Delaware State Police have confirmed a trooper was killed during a shooting Tuesday afternoon at a DMV facility south of Wilmington.

The shooter was also killed in the incident.

Police "are continuing to assess additional injuries" at the scene.

12/23/2025

An explosion and fire have been reported at a nursing home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

There was no immediate word on any injuries in the reported explosion and fire in Bucks County on Tuesday.

12/23/2025

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👉It’s got nothing but nice things to say about the city we love to roast.

12/23/2025

From headline-making political and cultural moments that gained national attention to the unmistakable Philly jawn, we’re breaking down the biggest news stories of 2025. These are the issues that lit up the phones on Studio 2 all year - from the pope to politics.
We also take a look at some fun stories that could only be labeled “It’s A Philly Thing” - from the Superbowl victory to Delco pooper.

Guests

Solomon Jones, Philadelphia Inquirer columnist and WURD host
Lauren Vidas, government relations professional and author of Broad and Market, a weekly newsletter covering City Council
Stephanie Farr, writes about what makes Philly weird, wild, and wonderfully unique for the Philadelphia Inquirer

12/23/2025

Most will never know what it's like to join the Wyeth family of artists for the holidays.

But we can peer inside a quirky family passion for miniatures at the Brandywine Museum’s exhibit of extravagant, custom-made dollhouses.

The Chadds Ford museum has been collecting dollhouses for years. The holiday exhibition features its latest acquisition.

12/23/2025

Pa. lawmakers approved 65 pieces of legislation in 2025, making it one of the least productive sessions in decades.

Here's what to know about new laws that will take effect in 2026 ↓

A hair discrimination ban, supplemental breast cancer screenings and park ranger body cameras are among the changes that will take place.