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a sign for discontinued SEPTA service
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia’s mass transit cuts foreshadow possible similar moves by other agencies across U.S.

Reductions are also on the table at transit agencies in Dallas, Chicago, San Francisco and Pittsburgh.

6 mins ago

Josh Shapiro shaking hands with Joe Pittman
Politics & Policy
WITF

Gov. Shapiro: Republicans are stalling Pa. budget talks for ‘political advantage’ next year

Shapiro believes top Republican lawmakers are intentionally stalling budget negotiations to make him look bad ahead of next year's election.

2 hours ago

A dog is seen in a grassy field
Community

This Mullica Hill dog trainer draws on past trauma to help rehabilitate anxious and abused pups

On National Dog Day, a South Jersey trainer shares how her past trauma helps her connect with and rehabilitate abused, anxious dogs.

2 hours ago

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner takes part in a news conference in Philadelphia, Monday, March 11, 2024.
Politics & Policy

Philly District Attorney Krasner defends cashless bail as Trump’s executive order threatens states, cities that implement it

The two-term progressive district attorney said it was “no surprise” that the president was targeting the policy, given Trump’s ability to post bail during his felony trial.

7 hours ago

The Senior Companion Program's Joseph Dennis walks with James Henry
Health

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults. Here’s what to know

Experts across the region are working to educate older adults on how they can prevent falling as they age.

8 hours ago

Listen 1:24
An emergency alert is displayed on a cellphone
Politics & Policy

After Trump and Congress spending cuts, public media stations wait on money for emergency alerts

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which distributed federal funds to stations, is shutting down Sept. 30. The closure threatens emergency alert systems' resilience.

16 hours ago

a collapsed Philadelphia house
Community

1 person hurt in partial collapse of North Philadelphia home

A woman in her 80s had lived at the North Philly home for most of her life. She made it out of the collapse unharmed.

18 hours ago

Mayor Parker and School Superintendent Tony Wattlington at press conference
Politics & Policy

‘It has to end’: Philly City Council, Mayor Parker call on state lawmakers to fund SEPTA

As SEPTA begins its first week with a reduced schedule, Philadelphia lawmakers are calling for new funding to reverse the cuts.

20 hours ago

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Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. and Mayor Cherelle Parker joined City Council members and members of the Philadelphia Board of Education to ceremoniously ring the bells
Education

Philadelphia School District, teachers union reach agreement on first day of school

On a day when a first round of SEPTA cuts made getting to school a challenge for some, the district and teachers union celebrated a three-year deal.

21 hours ago

Many people waiting in the outdoor bus terminal
Urban Planning

Late to work and school, SEPTA passengers face cuts on a commute-heavy Monday

Passengers who regularly used eliminated bus routes were forced to find alternative ways to get to work, including ride-hailing services.

24 hours ago

Jane Golden poses in front of her first murals
Arts & Entertainment

Jane Golden to step down from Mural Arts Philadelphia

Golden will stay on through 2026 to see 15 major projects to completion in time for the nation’s semiquincentennial.

1 day ago

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Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington
Education
6abc

Philadelphia teachers union, school district reach tentative contract agreement

Teachers had planned to walk off the job after Labor Day if no new deal was reached.

1 day ago

The horse Whiskey being pet by a child
Community

From beaches to barns: Cape May nonprofit gives horses a second chance

In South Jersey, a local rescue group is saving abandoned horses and reimagining equine care.

1 day ago

Curling players at practice
Community

The Olympic sport of curling is attracting new players in South Jersey

Members of the Jersey Pinelands Curling Club are traveling across the nation to participate in competitions.

1 day ago

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a person walks through a SEPTA Regional Rail station
Community

SEPTA riders feel a ‘sense of loss’ as major cuts go into effect for Philadelphia’s transit system

As SEPTA cuts begin, Philadelphians are adjusting to slower commute times. “It is grief, in a sense,” one rider said.

2 days ago

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