Electric cycles are getting bigger and faster. That makes them more dangerous to their riders and others on the roads, trails, and boardwalks where they’re increasingly appearing. The newer cycles around the Philadelphia region are high-powered e-motos — essentially, motorcycles with bicycle pedals — that can be purchased online and go up to three times faster than legal e-bikes. But as their popularity explodes, so does the number of related injuries, especially head injuries. Regulation has no

Three York County police officers were killed and two others seriously injured following a shooting Wednesday afternoon in North Codorus Township, officials said. The incident unfolded just after 2 p.m. on Haar Road, where police were following up on a “domestic-related” investigation, Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Christopher Paris said at a news conference Wednesday. The township is about 115 miles west of Philadelphia in south-central Pennsylvania. The suspect involved in the shootin

Northern snakeheads, labeled “voracious predators” by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), are invading Philly-area waters. They feast on native fish, and are seen as such an environmental threat that it is illegal to transport them live in the state. A collaborative study led by PFBC hopes to better understand the ramifications of their invasion. A major goal of the team is to determine levels of contamination in snakeheads by synthetic per- and polyfluoroalkyl chemical compounds,

It's September, the stretch run is upon us, and the Phillies are making some final touches to the roster as they try to sew up a playoff spot and repeat as NL East champs. General manager Preston Mattingly joins The Inquirer's Scott Lauber to discuss the recent additions of pitchers Tim Mayza and Walker Buehler, a challenging season in triple A for top prospect Andrew Painter, the state of the outfield rotation, and more. Watch here. | Philadelphia Inquirer

There’s nothing like opening night, and the Birds are taking the field against the hated Dallas Cowboys under the primetime lights. Ride the excitement with Inquirer beat reporters Olivia Reiner and Jeff McLane on Gameday Central. Get all access coverage including instant analysis, injury updates, and insider press box perspective as the Eagles charge into their 2025 season. This is more than a game — it’s Philly vs. Dallas. Tune in and get the insights. | Philadelphia Inquirer

The Eagles are 1-0 after their win over the Cowboys, and next up, they're facing the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Fuel your fan fire with The Inquirer’s Olivia Reiner and Jeff McLane on Gameday Central — your ultimate Eagles playbook. From pregame buzz and expert breakdowns to real-time updates and insider insights, we’re bringing you all the action! | Philadelphia Inquirer

Back in May, a reader posed this question to The Inquirer: My ex works for the Phillies. Am I evil rooting for the other team? 🤔 Our columnists responded with: “Don’t let an ex take away your joy from watching the Phillies.” “That’s not being a true Philadelphian.” “That’s not revenge — that’s a betrayal of your city. Be petty, sure. But do it in red pinstripes like a civilized Philadelphian.” But what about the fans? We took to Citizens Bank Park in early August to get some more advice for our

The Philly Vintage Flea — a one-day event with over 100 sellers — celebrates clothing spanning from the ’70s to the 2000s. Here, Inquirer videographer Gabe Coffey met up with some of the vintage vendors who curated the event’s selections. 📹 by Gabe Coffey / Staff | Philadelphia Inquirer

President Donald Trump recently claimed the Amish have “essentially no autism.” But experts who’ve studied the community for decades say that’s not true. A 2010 study screened nearly 1,900 Amish children and found autism did exist in the community. While the rate appeared lower than national estimates at the time, researchers warned that cultural differences and limited sample size made it impossible to draw big conclusions. Experts say the reality is clear: autism is present in Amish families,