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Education

Education Department says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools

President Donald Trump’s administration had withheld over $6 billion in funding on July 1 as part of a review to ensure spending aligned with the White House’s priorities.

1 hour ago

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Community

N.J. to put driver licenses on smartphones and mobile devices

A new law requires the state Motor Vehicle Commission to develop technology for mobile or digital licenses. The licenses may not be available until 2029.

4 hours ago

New Castle County residents at Data Center town hall
Urban Planning

New Castle County residents fight back against proposed data center

An investor owned firm says its proposed Delaware City data center will bring jobs. Residents say it will use too much energy and water.

5 hours ago

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U.S. Reps. Donald Norcross and Herb Conaway at press conference
Politics & Policy

N.J. Reps. Conaway, Norcross blast lack of transparency in plans to use Joint Base MDL as immigrant detention center

The Democrats said base commanders told them they have not received any orders to prepare room for an ICE detention center.

6 hours ago

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ChristianaCare Hospital's West Grove Campus
Health

ChristianaCare to open West Grove ‘neighborhood hospital’ in August

The site of the former Jennersville Hospital in Chester County will soon be home to ChristianaCare’s first neighborhood hospital.

6 hours ago

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Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 13, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

N.J. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill selects Centenary University President Dale Caldwell as her running mate

The selection is seen as an “out-of-the-box” pick that will differentiate Sherrill from outgoing Gov. Phil Murphy.

11 hours ago

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Kathryn Ott Lovell, president and CEO of Philadelphia Visitor Center
Community

Opera Philadelphia will take over Macy’s this fall

Philadelphia Visitor Center will also bring the Wanamaker Light Show back for the holidays.

12 hours ago

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Urban Planning

‘Great concern’: Jersey Shore leaders call for restoration of beach replenishment funding

After the federal government cut funds for beach replenishment, Jersey Shore leaders are clamoring to bring it back.

17 hours ago

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents escort a detained immigrant into an elevator
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania legislators propose bill to prohibit law enforcement from using masks to hide their identities

A recent raid in Montgomery County prompted legislation similar to bills proposed in other states. ICE’s acting director has defended the practice of wearing masks.

1 day ago

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A child baseball player hits a ball with his bat
Community

New Jersey Little Leaguer plays after judge lifts his suspension for ‘unsportsmanlike’ bat flip

Marco Rocco of Haddonfield, New Jersey, tossed his bat in the air on July 16 after his sixth-inning, two-run homer in the final of the sectional tournament.

1 day ago

President Donald Trump looks on
Money

Trump signs bill to cancel $9 billion in foreign aid, public broadcasting funding

About $1.1 billion was destined for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funds NPR and PBS; most of that money is distributed to over 1,500 public media stations.

1 day ago

An aerial view of Seaside Park, New Jersey
Urban Planning

South Seaside Park in Berkeley Township submits petition to join Borough of Seaside Park

The New Jersey neighborhood is situated on a barrier island and is remote from the rest of Berkeley Township on the mainland.

1 day ago

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The Philly Pops playing
Arts & Entertainment

Encore Series and Philadelphia Orchestra end lawsuits. Encore takes the blame

After filing a lawsuit against the orchestra, the mea culpa from the Philly Pops’ parent company may be its last gasp.

1 day ago

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Hulk Hogan, whose given name is Terry Bollea
Community

Hulk Hogan, icon in professional wrestling, dies at age 71

Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was perhaps the biggest star in WWE’s long history.

1 day ago

Carter Hart skating
Courts & Law

Judge acquits 5 former Canadian junior hockey players, including former Flyers goalie, in sexual assault case

A judge said the complainant’s allegations lacked the credibility needed to justify the charges.

1 day ago

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