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The highest-paid employees at Main Line Health
Plus, we review an all-you-can-eat wagyu spot.
Some Republicans reject Trump’s move to import diesel fuel from Russia
“It’s a grave error by the president,” said Rep. Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican. “People realize that the sanctions on Russia are appropriate when Russia’s invading a country."
Here’s what a 34% hike in health costs could mean for Camden and hundreds of other N.J. school districts in 2027
Camden, Pemberton and Evesham are among the districts that will be affected after the School Employees Health Benefits Commission approved a premium increase.
Graham breaks with Trump over Russia sanctions law her brother championed
Darline Graham has only been a senator for a few months, but she has cited her role in passing the sanctions package, a major part of her brother’s legacy, as a top achievement.
John Baer, award-winning longtime Inquirer and Daily News political reporter and columnist, has died at 79
“He was the most feared reporter in my eight years in Harrisburg,” former Gov. Ed Rendell said. “He did his work. He did his digging. He really cared about the issues.”
Philly DEI panel endorses Parker’s contracting overhaul as Black business owners warn of consequences
Parker said new national legal precedent made the city’s practices vulnerable to court challenges. Council’s committee agreed.
Inside a $4M estate with its own golf hole
Plus, where to go pumpkin picking this season.
DA Larry Krasner faces an uncertain political future as Democrats weigh what could come next
New questions emerged this week about Krasner’s political ambitions and his potential bid for Philly mayor. Meanwhile, others are angling for his job.
Philly City Council is reluctant to abolish the sheriff’s office, even after a $20 million scandal
While Council members expressed dismay over the recently located $20 million, none clearly stated they were in favor of eliminating the sheriff’s office.
Swarthmore bakery Pastry Pants has closed amid rising costs and waning business
Owner Robert Smythe said a constellation of factors pushed him to shut down the bakery, formerly located at 10 Park Ave. in downtown Swarthmore.
Movie Review: ‘The Social Reckoning’ is classic Aaron Sorkin
Aaron Sorkin revisits a familiar subject, Mark Zuckerberg, in “The Social Reckoning,” which opens in theaters nationwide Friday. Sixteen years after “The Social Network,” Zuckerberg is now portrayed by Jeremy
The MacArthur Foundation’s ‘genius’ fellows: The full 2026 class list
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation unveiled its 2026 class of fellows Tuesday. It's an interdisciplinary list of 20 individuals ranging from artists to scientists. The recipients will
Main Line Health booked a $134 million increase in medical malpractice reserves in fiscal 2026
The large medical malpractice reserve helped turn what would have been a $75 million operating profit into a $33 million loss for the 12 months that ended June 30, Main Line officials said.
‘She’s one of us’: Mary Peltola’s bumpy rise to political power
Peltola, the Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, is an uncommonly capable candidate, but she is also an uncommonly complicated one.
Sponsors sought for Bukidnon students’ South Korea science tilt
Sponsors are needed for high school students in Bukidnon who qualified to compete in an international science contest in South Korea in December.
L. Ruth Interior Design celebrating 18 years in business with community event
Laura Ruth Edge said she had dreamed of becoming an interior designer since she was young.
South Korea’s weight-loss obsession and the health risks it brings
South Korean women face higher underweight rates than men, with experts warning that social pressure to be thin and weight-loss drugs may pose health risks.
Marty Weinberg, retired attorney, former city solicitor, and longtime political power broker, has died at 89
As Mayor Frank Rizzo’s city solicitor in 1972 and ‘73, he negotiated labor contracts, litigated tax disputes, reduced the number of city consultants, and juggled other thorny political issues.
U.S. health officials move quickly to deploy medical AI despite concerns
Federal projects are rolling out AI agents that offer therapy and prescribe medicine, raising concerns about safety and the influence of venture capital investors.
Pennsylvania's Largest Newspaper Calls Sen. John Fetterman 'An Embarrassment'
The editorial board of the Philadelphia Inquirer, the largest newspaper by circulation in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, penned a searing editorial criticizing the state's senior senator, John Fetterman. "News flash: U.S. Sen. John Fetterman is still an embarrassment. "The Pennsylvania Democrat enjoys one of the cushiest jobs in America, but…
Philly’s political parties can now spend unlimited amounts in coordination with their candidates
In next year’s primary elections for mayor and Council, candidates endorsed by the Democratic City Committee could be able to access major financial advantages over their rivals.
Warren Moore will succeed Amy Mansue as Inspira Health CEO in January
Moore's immediate priorities include opening a new patient tower at Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill.
Gov. Josh Shapiro launches a federal PAC — the strongest signal yet he’s eyeing a 2028 run
Shapiro’s New Path PAC will allow him to fundraise and contribute directly to the Pennsylvania Democratic congressional candidates whom he’s supporting in the midterms, his campaign said.
Mayor Parker’s administration told Congress it doesn’t endorse Krasner and Bilal’s anti-ICE statements
In its report, the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee portrayed Philadelphia as obstructive to ICE, saying that officials ignored 162 detainer requests between January 2024 and June 2026.
New Orleans celebrates Dolly Parton Day, in photos
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Fans in New Orleans celebrated Dolly Parton Day, declared in honor of the late country music icon, on Sept. 25. There was music, colorful tributes and
Kelly N. Moore, award-winning clinical psychologist, Rutgers professor, and mental health activist, has died at 46
At Rutgers, she mentored hundreds of doctoral students regarding academic requirements and clinical procedures, and supervised a community mental health clinic.
🗳️ As seen on TV: Pa. debate and a House ad blitz
🚁 Plus, there’s a new commonality between LeBron James and Josh Shapiro.
🗳️ It’s Bucks season| PA 2026 Newsletter
And why not everyone who wants Josh Shapiro for governor wants him to run for president.
Dave McCormick dreams of strengthening science, but Trump is researchers’ worst nightmare
The Pennsylvania senator’s gentle advocacy for NIH funding has had little apparent impact on the president he wholeheartedly supports.
How Philly-area businesses use employee bonuses to reward performance
Companies like Chickie's and Pete's and Werner Bus Lines use extra pay to incentivize employees to help the business do well, Gene Marks writes.
Here's who is spending the most on ads in Pa.'s four key congressional contests
Where ad spending and reservations stand in the 1st, 7th, 8th, and 10th Congressional Districts about a month ahead of the crucial midterm elections.
Philadelphia shouldn’t give up on the Academy of Natural Sciences’ historic museum
The Academy's 150-year-old building faces roughly $150 million in deferred maintenance costs. While that may seem daunting, it is not insurmountable.
Pay to ghost your boss: Japan’s resignation business
Resignation agencies in Japan help employees leave their jobs seamlessly in just 15 minutes. Young people are especially eager to use their services.
At the center of the state’s growing measles outbreak, it’s business as usual
In hard-hit Mifflin County, concern for the potentially deadly virus has yet to catch up to national alarm.
Penn and Community College of Philadelphia launch an academy for West Philadelphia businesses
The program, aimed at businesses with a connection to West Philadelphia, is tuition-free and helps business owners make plans to grow.
Republicans in competitive Pa. races are tying themselves to Josh Shapiro. What does that mean for the midterms?
Republicans in competitive swing district races are featuring Gov. Josh Shapiro in ads. It's "quite telling," one political science professor said.
How John Fetterman spends his time comes under more scrutiny as he weighs future in the Senate
The Pennsylvania Democrat has been labeled an absentee senator for years. As he floats the possibility of running again, what has he actually done?
More than 200 Jefferson Health nurses to vote on unionizing
Nurses held a rally outside Jefferson Bucks Hospital Tuesday.
Chris Rabb’s former campaign treasurer pleads guilty to defrauding him and others of $1 million
Yolanda Brown, a Florida-based campaign consultant, was accused of steering thousands of dollars worth of donations to Rabb into separate accounts that she controlled.
Historian Price to present program at Owensboro Museum of Science and History
Author and historian Eddie Price will present the historical program "Homemaking on the Kentucky Frontier" at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at the Owensboro Museum of Science and History.
An army of paid creators is carpeting the web with political content
Functioning more like birdshot than a single bullet, these high-volume social media campaigns represent the new vanguard of modern political influence, saturating the internet with a topic.
Three House races in Pa. — including in Bucks County — shift toward Democrats, Cook Political Report says
The contest between Democrat Bob Harvie and U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick has moved from "likely" to "lean" Republican, according to the nonpartisan election tracker.
Amid rising political violence, N.J. passes bill that would allow campaigns to use funds for security
The bill, which would campaign dollars to pay for politicians' alarm systems and other security measures, now heads to Gov. Mikie Sherrill's desk.
The colonial policing roots of today’s data politics
As Indians living under British colonial rule learned, data collection is never neutral.
Pictures from last day of the Academy of Natural Sciences
Founded in 1812, the oldest natural science museum in the Americas closed its doors to the public at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.
Dean of St. Joe’s business school, its biggest college, is retiring
With 27 years at the Erivan K. Haub School of Business and 13 at Widener University, Joseph DiAngelo says he is the longest-serving business school dean in the U.S.
Cuba’s cherished ballet tradition endures through daily blackouts and shortages
Cuba is facing severe challenges, with blackouts and shortages affecting daily life. Yet classical ballet remains a cherished cultural institution. The National Ballet School in the capital of Havana continues
Financially troubled Redeemer Health failed to make a bond payment on Sept. 1
The Montgomery County nonprofit that owns Holy Redeemer Medical Center in Abington Township said it is working on "a reorganization of our hospital system to ensure its continued viability."
Main Line Health ups malpractice reserves
Plus, Villanova has 12 interns working in and around the Vatican.
📚 Philly’s bookstore boom
Philadelphia bookstores are seeing a surge in sales. Plus: more people are composting; Temple police officer under investigation for alleged racist remarks; Johnny Doc is now a Republican.
Redeemer Health CEO Greg Wozniak has resigned from the Montgomery County health system
Wozniak's successor as interim CEO is Jim Logue, who has been Redeemer's chief transformation officer since Feb. 2025.
Temple Health posted a $22.7 million operating profit in fiscal 2026
The North Philadelphia nonprofit's revenue climbed to $3.6 billion from $3.3 billion.
Cherry Hill sends $240,000 from opioid settlement to schools for mental health professional
Cherry Hill Township Council last week voted to make a $240,000 contribution to the district from the fund’s balance of about $764,000.
Businesses are eyeing Germantown opportunities. The neighborhood is proceeding with caution.
The area has a new visitors center and it has welcomed coffee shops and a food co-op. Residents would like restaurants and more retail.
Legislators receive science education center proposal
Legislators on the Interim Joint Committee on Education recently expressed interest about boosting Kentucky’s science education while hearing a proposal for the creation of the Kentucky Center for Science Education.
World Stage, the venue previously known as World Cafe Live, will close at the end of October
The West Philly music venue which has been wracked with tension and labor issues since being taken over by new management last year, will shut down after two Halloween shows.
America’s elected officials are living in fear
An investigation found that over a two-year period from 2024 to August of this year, thousands of violent threats inundated the lives of elected officials in unprecedented ways.
House Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administration. Impeachment is an option
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D., Md.), who is in line to become the chairperson of the Judiciary Committee, characterized the issues involved as “gargantuan.”
Pennsylvania’s biggest Medicaid insurer is building political clout
Newtown Square-based AmeriHealth Caritas has boosted its political giving and lobbying. “That’s money that’s supposed to be going out to our hospitals,” said one Pennsylvania Republican lawmaker.
Does Brian Fitzpatrick’s challenger, Bob Harvie, have ‘FBI files’ to release? Pa. legal experts say it’s unlikely.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick's campaign has repeatedly called his Democratic challenger the "subject" of an FBI investigation in attack ads. Here's what to know.
Welcome to the home stretch
💰 And a first look at an unusual new spending effort on behalf of U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick.
Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. is running for reelection. Some Democrats are questioning whether he should.
People close to Jones have encouraged him to reconsider seeking a new term and clear the way for State Rep. Morgan Cephas to run for Council’s 4th District.
Tom Kean Jr. backs Trump on Iran and tariffs, if not local issues
Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. sought to distance himself slightly from President Donald Trump on Sunday as his Democratic opponent, Rebecca Bennett, reminded him of his years of loyalty to the president.
Voters have many reasons to be upset
The rising costs of fuel, food, and housing are wearing on people, and the labor market isn't helping, economist Joel Naroff writes.
As tailors disappear, this Upper Bucks shop looks to a fifth generation
With tailors disappearing, an Upper Bucks shop is set to pass to a fifth generation. That's "extraordinarily uncommon," the head of a trade association said.
Josh Shapiro campaigned in Bucks County for Democrats in key races: ‘You’ve got a lot of power’
Gov. Josh Shapiro kicked off a day of action for Democrats organized by Planned Parenthood's state political action committee at the Middletown Township Municipal Center in Bucks County on Saturday.
‘Data senator’ ad prompts Frank Farry to send a cease-and-desist letter to his Democratic challenger in Bucks County
An attorney representing state Sen. Frank Farry (R., Bucks) called on Democrat Eileen Hartnett Albillar's campaign to retract the "data senator" advertisement.
Former South Jersey transit official enters plea deal in political revenge case
Bryan Bush pleaded guilty to obstruction in relation to a case where payment was denied to a contractor who had allegedly fallen out of favor with George E. Norcross III.
Look up 100 top-paid employees at nonprofit health systems in the Philadelphia region in 2024
Employee pay and benefits typically account for more than half of health system expenses and have contributed to rising healthcare costs for employers and governments.
'The Simpsons' resurrects Apu after nearly a decade of silence
The Halloween-themed episodes of “The Simpsons” have always been a treat of spooky stand-alone storylines. On Sunday, the show surprised viewers with the resurrection of Apu. The beloved Indian Kwik-E-Mart
Sheryl Lee Ralph tells Abington crowd that Black women will vault Josh Shapiro to reelection
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, and others urged voters in Abington to support the governor.
Hundreds rally to protest the planned closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences museum
The crowd was decidedly intergenerational.
A political scientist studied the rise of grassroots activism in local government. Philly was his case study.
Stephen McGovern's "Mobilization Politics" details how Philly activists employed bottom-up tactics to win major policy victories in criminal justice reform and protections for immigrants and workers.
Mayor Parker has ordered a task force to study data centers in Philly and report back by June
Parker said the issue is of “grave importance.” But activists who have called on the city to pass a moratorium on data centers called her move too little, too late.
The Academy of Natural Sciences museum is closing, but all eyes are on its specimens — all 19 million of them
"Profound concern" over the fate of the Academy and its internationally significant collection.
Philadelphia faces calls for a data center moratorium amid spreading AI fear and talk of a slowdown
The activation in Philadelphia comes as leaders of the nation’s largest AI developers have signaled support for a global slowdown.
Pennsylvania voters are split on whether they want Gov. Josh Shapiro to run for president in 2028
While poll respondents praised Shapiro's work as Pennsylvania governor, his stance on Israel — which has evolved over time— gives some voters pause on a White House run.
Councilmember Mark Squilla is up for the PPA’s top job. Progressives are hoping to win his seat.
The potential of Squilla taking the job would shake up the race for his 1st District seat, and could give progressives an easier path to grow their ranks on Council.
Josh Shapiro and Utah Gov. Cox condemn political violence in joint appearance on eve of anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s killing
Gov. Josh Shapiro said his family has repeatedly faced terroristic threats. "And oftentimes it’s rooted in an attack on me because of how I worship,” the governor noted.
'Wildwood' premieres at the London Film Festival. Here's what to know
Stop-motion animation ‘Wildwood’ had its world premiere at the 70th London Film Festival Sunday, part of this year’s star-studded lineup. The festival runs from October 7 to 18 and features
Progressive ward leader eyes Philly City Council run — and a potential showdown with Mark Squilla
Will Gross, the leader of the South Philadelphia-based 2nd Ward and the owner of OX Coffee in Queen Village, was a prominent opponent of the Center City arena proposal that Squilla supported.
Jefferson Health-Independence contract dispute worries Jefferson patients with IBX Medicare Advantage plans
IBX Medicare Advantage customers who are Jefferson Health patients have a choice: switch plans or risk losing access to their Jefferson doctors next year.
Big Dom, Elon Musk and George Santos. The Pa. campaign cameos are getting weird.| PA 2026 Newsletter
The rematch between Scott Perry and Janelle Stelson heats up in Harrisburg. Philly Dems celebrate Bob Brady's 40 years with Big Dom and Joe Biden.
Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences may be headed for a split, sources say
Neither the Academy nor Drexel returned calls early Friday evening seeking comment on whether ongoing talks had ended and its outcome.
Bob Brooks releases first TV ad of the general campaign
Brooks, a Democrat, has garnered support across the party's ideological spectrum, including Gov. Josh Shapiro and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders.
For Trump opponents, the midterms have already begun as ‘No Kings’ rallies push early voting at county elections offices
The rallies also encouraged people to sign up to serve as poll watchers on Election Day.
Why Democrats’ priorities shifted from abortion to affordability in Bucks County’s key midterm races
Democrats in Bucks County are fine-tuning their message ahead of must-win races in November. Reproductive rights had once been center stage in recent campaigns
There was a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport
The city department of public health is notifying travelers and others of the possible exposure, which is unrelated to the recent measles exposures at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
A final day at the Academy of Natural Sciences bring tears, nostalgia and disbelief
Inside the museum, a steady stream of visitors took photos, touched the skin of of a scaly anteater being circulated by educators, and guided toddlers in dinosaur costumes through exhibits.
Affordability is on voters’ minds in Pa. swing districts as the cost of gas and groceries skyrockets
The cost of living is the rise as the war in Iran continues. That could hurt Trump-aligned incumbents in key Pennsylvania swing districts.
William Penn Foundation offers funding to keep Academy of Natural Sciences museum open
A Drexel spokesperson did not say whether the school had declined the offer, but said, “No proposal has been presented that would provide a permanent, sustainable path forward" for the museum.
A Delaware County estate with a par-three golf hole and an entertaining space is on the market for $4M
The house also has a sports court and pool.
Philly’s biggest health system and biggest insurer are trading jabs over a contract — and your coverage may be at stake
The region's largest health system contends its rates are 40% below the national average. One analyst says the payment rates are typical, and another points to hospital consolidation raising prices.
What to Stream: Katseye, 'VisionQuest,' 'Tenzing' and a new 'Castlevania' game
New streaming entertainment options are arriving this week, including a tribute to Norm Macdonald and a new Marvel series. Judd Apatow's documentary on Norm Macdonald is begins streaming on Netflix
Longtime AP Florida politics reporter Brendan Farrington dies at 60
Brendan Farrington has died at 60. The veteran news reporter was known for covering Florida politics and hurricanes for The Associated Press. Farrington died Friday at his home in Tallahassee
Philadelphia health officials report a measles exposure at CHOP
Health officials said the potential exposure took place in a NICU and other locations on Sept. 11 at the hospital at 3401 Civic Center Blvd.
Dave McCormick and John Fetterman press Trump administration for answers on health funding cuts
In an Aug. 25 letter to HHS Secretary RFK Jr., the senators requested a briefing on the decisions and expressed concern over the impacts of abruptly ending health research projects.
Le Bus restaurant is closing
“I want to have more time for myself and for the bakery,” said David Braverman, who said he is healthy at 77 and wants to keep it that way.
Gov. Josh Shapiro lured companies like Chobani and Burlington with state incentives. Will it pay off for Pa.?
The administration has spent an average of $121.8 million per year on deals meant to create jobs in Pennsylvania.