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A giant ginger jar rises in Kensington proclaiming, ‘We Here’
Potter Roberto Lugo installed the first of three totems to neighborhood creativity in the Mural Arts Philadelphia project.
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The exhibition, which features artists with Latin American and Palestinian backgrounds, is on display through Aug. 3.
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Bucks County now has more registered Republicans than Democrats
In 2020, registered Democrats in the county numbered over 208,000, while Republicans topped out at around 198,000.
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State education officials now admit they erred in verifying that Arnold has advanced degrees in psychology from Ohio University, which he never attended.
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Wells Fargo planning to drop name from South Philadelphia sports arena
The financial services company says it will take its name off the sports arena next year when its contract expires.
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Riders discuss possibilities, shortfalls of public transit at Bridging Blocks event
In the second of three conversations, participants of WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks asked for reliable transit and funding for the region’s public transportation.
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In fiery speech to Congress, Netanyahu vows ‘total victory’ in Gaza and denounces U.S. protesters
Netanyahu’s combative speech offered no sign that his visit to the U.S. could bring some progress in months of U.S.-led mediation for a cease-fire and hostage-release.
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As she is poised to be the Democratic nominee, here are 5 things about Kamala Harris
In a career marked by firsts, Harris is no stranger to charting a new path.
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Harris campaign has Philly Democrats reinvigorated
Democrats in Philly say Kamala Harris’ entry into the race brings new money, new enthusiasm and new volunteers to the race.
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Trump rally gunman looked online for information about Kennedy assassination, FBI director says
FBI Director Christopher Wray said the gunman Googled the question, “How far away was Oswald from Kennedy?”
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Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pennsylvania toward solar, hydrogen
Thanks to federal dollars, Pennsylvania is passing new energy bills that require bipartisan compromise. Carbon capture, solar investments, and more are on the table.
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Biden makes a case for his legacy — and for Harris to continue it — in Oval Office address
In a 10-minute address Wednesday, he delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country’s democracy, saying doing so "is more important than any title.”
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City of Chester offers eligible business owners up to $50,000 to beautify their facades
Pennsylvania’s oldest city is long overdue for a makeover — and officials want to foot the bill.
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Listen 1:00‘It’s absolutely changing’: Pew finds Philly is less affordable than it used to be
Researchers analyzed nearly 700,000 records of home sales in the city from 2000 through 2021.
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Listen 1:13In an energized first campaign speech, Kamala Harris makes her pitch for 2024
The vice president's speech in Milwaukee marks the first campaign event she’s held since President Biden ended his campaign Sunday.
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