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Can Kyle Schwarber hit 500 home runs? It’s not that far-fetched. Here’s how he can get there.

Kevin Long has done the math: 500 homers might be daunting, but it’s a “fair number” for the 32-year-old Schwarber, who is improving with age.

Scott Lauber

Josh Shapiro blasts House Republicans for ‘ripping away’ Medicaid and SNAP from Pennsylvanians

The governor said 310,000 Pennsylvanians could lose Medicaid and another 140,000 SNAP benefits if President Donald Trump‘s so-called big, beautiful bill becomes law.

Alfred Lubrano

Bones that washed up on New Jersey beaches were identified as the captain of a 19th-century ship traveling to Philly

Nick Vadala

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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from barring foreign student enrollment at Harvard

“With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to the University and its mission,” Harvard said

Collin Binkley, Associated Press

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on smart phones as his trade war intensifies

Josh Boak, Associated Press

The Philadelphia Orchestra performs an ‘extreme’ Beethoven’s ‘Ninth Symphony’ followed by a calmer Florence Price

David Patrick Stearns

Tyler State Park in Bucks County closed until further notice due to a boating accident involving a ranger

Beatrice Forman

The Crosstown Expressway: A divisive Philadelphia highway that never was

A fight against the proposed Crosstown Expressway six decades ago echoes in today’s debates about easing Philadelphia traffic.

Thomas Fitzgerald and Kevin Riordan

In Wildwood, Shore homes are selling for $1 million. Test your knowledge of the new luxury Wildwood.

With some home prices in North Wildwood soaring past $2 million, luxury buyers who have taken over the Shore have squeezed to nearly the end of the tube and turned to … Wildwood.

Amy S. Rosenberg

A 59-unit hotel is planned for Frankford Avenue in Fishtown

Developer Roland Kassis, known for his key role in remaking Fishtown into a residential and restaurant hub, is behind the latest project.

Jake Blumgart

75 apartments planned for an old warehouse in an unexpected part of Kensington

The developer, Dwight City Group, but has been building in neglected neighborhoods in and around Philly.

Jake Blumgart

Toll Brothers plans luxe 55+ community in Bucks County, amid housing market uncertainty

The Fort Washington-based luxury homebuilder bought the property for $7.2 million, with construction set to begin later this summer.

Erin McCarthy

The 76

Your indispensable guide to the most vital places to dine in the Philly area

The 76 restaurants that are defining Philly’s dining scene right now.

Beatrice Forman, Craig LaBan, Emily Bloch, Esra Erol, Hira Qureshi, Jasen Lo, Jenn Ladd, Margaret Eby, Matt Buchanan, Michael Klein, and Sam Morris

May is officially one of the busiest months of the year for splashy restaurant openings

The French brasserie La Grange and two highly anticipated Mexican restaurants — La Jefa and Amá — are among the new restaurants due to open in May.

Michael Klein

May is officially one of the busiest months of the year for splashy restaurant openings

The French brasserie La Grange and two highly anticipated Mexican restaurants — La Jefa and Amá — are among the new restaurants due to open in May.

Michael Klein

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Can Kyle Schwarber hit 500 home runs? It’s not that far-fetched. Here’s how he can get there.

Josh Shapiro blasts House Republicans for ‘ripping away’ Medicaid and SNAP from Pennsylvanians

Bones that washed up on New Jersey beaches were identified as the captain of a 19th-century ship traveling to Philly

Hammonton is not just blueberries. It’s also a perfect stop on the way to the Shore.

Hammonton is not just blueberries. It’s also a perfect stop on the way to the Shore.

Best summer pop music concerts at the Shore: from Asbury Park to Cape May (plus a lot of concerts in Atlantic City)

Can I bring my dog to the beach? A guide to dog-friendly beaches, restaurants, and stays down the Shore.

7 favorite food destinations I can’t wait to revisit at the Jersey Shore

Where to play mini golf at the Jersey Shore this summer

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from barring foreign student enrollment at Harvard

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on smart phones as his trade war intensifies

The Philadelphia Orchestra performs an ‘extreme’ Beethoven’s ‘Ninth Symphony’ followed by a calmer Florence Price

Tyler State Park in Bucks County closed until further notice due to a boating accident involving a ranger

D’Angelo cancels upcoming Roots Picnic appearance over medical issue

Phillies survive Jordan Romano’s off night, outlast Oakland Athletics in 4-3 win

Phillies survive Jordan Romano’s off night, outlast Oakland Athletics in 4-3 win

Can Kyle Schwarber hit 500 home runs? It’s not that far-fetched. Here’s how he can get there.

Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell received a warm welcome in his return to Timber Creek High School

Phillies sitting pretty but still in evaluation mode ahead of Friday tilt against the Oakland A’s

Dawn Staley's memoir is as much Philadelphia's story as hers

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The Crosstown Expressway: A divisive Philadelphia highway that never was

In Wildwood, Shore homes are selling for $1 million. Test your knowledge of the new luxury Wildwood.

A 59-unit hotel is planned for Frankford Avenue in Fishtown

75 apartments planned for an old warehouse in an unexpected part of Kensington

Toll Brothers plans luxe 55+ community in Bucks County, amid housing market uncertainty

Your indispensable guide to the most vital places to dine in the Philly area

May is officially one of the busiest months of the year for splashy restaurant openings

May is officially one of the busiest months of the year for splashy restaurant openings

Wissahickon Brewing, one of Northwest Philly’s best breweries, arrives in Kensington

7 favorite food destinations I can’t wait to revisit at the Jersey Shore

Wonder is opening its first food hall in Cherry Hill next week. Here’s what you need to know.

Mouse droppings and no soap: Fishtown restaurant Banh Mi Spot reopens after viral failed health inspection

The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend

From trash pickup to grocery stores: What’s open and closed in Philly for Memorial Day

This waterfront boardwalk is Philly’s best summer hangout. It opens this week.

Where to play mini golf at the Jersey Shore this summer

Honey, sweetie, dearie: The perils of elderspeak

Timely medical reports remain a challenge for NFL’s concussion settlement program

NOAA sees another active hurricane season and says Trump cuts won’t hurt forecasting

A cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide on prostate treatment

Honey, sweetie, dearie: The perils of elderspeak

Timely medical reports remain a challenge for NFL’s concussion settlement program

NOAA sees another active hurricane season and says Trump cuts won’t hurt forecasting

A cancer researcher describes how she helped her father decide on prostate treatment

What our photographers saw Thursday, May 22

What our photographers saw Wednesday, May 21

Photos of the Union drowning the Riverhounds

What our photographers saw Tuesday, May 20

What our photographers saw Thursday, May 22

What our photographers saw Wednesday, May 21

Photos of the Union drowning the Riverhounds

What our photographers saw Tuesday, May 20