State

State regulators advance protections against data center electricity costs

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is moving forward with measures to protect ratepayers from higher electricity bills caused by AI data centers. The energy-intensive facilities have been blamed for driving up costs for residential customers across the state.

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Culture

Electric vehicle charging options expanding in Philadelphia

Philadelphia EV owners struggling to find charging stations will soon have more options as new charging infrastructure rolls out across the city. The expansion aims to ease charging accessibility for residents without home charging capabilities.

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Public Safety

PECO union calls for investigation into deteriorating electric poles

The union representing 1,400 PECO workers has filed a petition with state regulators asking for an investigation into splintered and rotting electric poles. IBEW Local 614 raised safety concerns about the aging infrastructure across the service area.

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Culture

Star Wars Day events across Philadelphia region

Celebrate May the 4th with Star Wars-themed events happening across the Philadelphia area including activities in New Hope and other regional locations.

Festival

Wild Horizon circus festival

A new circus performance festival is establishing Philadelphia as a hub for circus arts following the loss of Germantown's Circadium school.

Sports

PGA Championship at Aronimink in Delaware County

Watch Philadelphia-based golfer Braden Shattuck compete in the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square this week.