Dixon Ticonderoga has recalled its street foam pattern rollers because the toys' handles exceed federal limits on lead. Pennsylvania health officials advise parents to remove the painting rollers from children and contact their children's health care providers about getting a blood lead test for lead exposure.

The Phillies have 10 games against the NL East ahead over the next week and a half, and after resting Thursday the best team in baseball is ready to get back to it.

The Phillies' June 23 game against the Diamondbacks will air on Roku.

Philly police disband pro-Palestine encampment, making several arrests

The FDA's ability to approve the chemical filters in sunscreens that are sold in other countries is hamstrung by a law that requires sunscreens to be tested on animals and classified as drugs, rather than as cosmetics. So Americans are not likely to get those better sunscreens, which block the ultraviolet rays that can cause skin cancer, in time for this ...

ER boarding when patients awaiting hospitalization are housed in emergency departments is as bad as it's ever been, according to doctors who staff EDs in the U.S. Long waits are particularly troubling for older adults, who risk losing strength, missing essential medications and experiencing complications like delirium.

Philadelphia's urban agriculture plan, released in April 2023, offers a 10-year blueprint for preserving and supporting urban agriculture. On Wednesday, city officials and urban farming advocates detailed the progress that has been made and the challenges that lie ahead.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio and offensive coordinator Kellen Moore spoke with the media for the first time since they were hired earlier this year. Here are my 12 takeaways.

The 22nd annual Roxborough Spring Fest takes place on Saturday, May 18, from 12-6 p.m. on Ridge Avenue between Lyceum and Leverington avenues. The free event will feature live performances, artisans selling wares, food trucks and beverage vendors.

An infectious disease specialist at Main Line Health says different parasites can live in your body, but it's usually not troublesome when they do. The doctor helped to explain parasite infections after it came to light that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in 2012 that a worm was found in his brain.

Three people have been convicted and sentenced in the November 2021 fatal shooting of Joshua Anthony Soto, a competitive figure skater who was killed during a robbery at his friend's house.

Mike Schmidt, the former Phillies third baseman, bought the home for $490,00 in 1979, the year before he lead the team to the World Series. The 12,000-square foot home in Upper Province Township is now being sold for $3.975 million.

The university-wide commencement ceremony at Penn will require graduates and guests to clear "airport-style security screening" to enter the stadium. The university announced new safety protocols as the pro-Palestinian encampment has expanded.

The Fishtown restaurant is hosting its second Goat Brunch in collaboration with Sly Fox Brewing Co. The menu will feature beers from the Pottstown brewery and German food specials.

Comedian Kevin Hart, a Philly native, made a FaceTime cameo on the latest episode of 'Abbott Elementary.' The episode, which was Mother's Day themed, followed Quinta Brunson's character Janine Teagues as she investigated whether Hart was her father.

Three competitions are coming to Philadelphia for Mother's Day weekend. Libertee Grounds will host a mini golf Masters tournament and the Kensington Derby & Arts Festival will once again put human-powered vehicles through an obstacle course. The Beerathon 5K also gives runners a brew per mile.

Philadelphia sandwich shop Middle Child has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit to stop a Las Vegas restaurant group from opening a new restaurant that would use the same name.

DeSean Jackson and LeSean McCoy just ripped their former Eagles coach Chip Kelly.

The Navy Yard is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Family Fest on Saturday, June 1 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Central Green.

A new study suggests that certain genes actually cause at least one type of Alzheimer's disease. But the Alzheimer's Association recommends people receive genetic counseling and obtain all necessary information before they consider genetic testing.

This simple Sunrise Berry Smoothie recipe takes only 5 minutes to make is the perfect way to kickstart your day.

There has never been less of an interest in the Phillies farm system than there is right now.

Citizens Bank Park crowds have a playoff atmosphere in 2024 for the Phillies.

The major difference at this point of the season for the current squad is their level of play. Last year on May 9, the Phillies were 17-19. As they head into a three-game series in Miami Friday, they are 26-12.

Training camp is a couple of months away, but the Philadelphia Eagles' roster is mostly set, with perhaps a few tweaks to come. Let's take an early look at some of the camp battles we'll have to look forward to.