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A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
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A Way with Words

A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.

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Children cooling off in a public fountain in LOVE Park
Weather

Feel sticky this summer? That’s because it’s been record muggy in the Eastern U.S.

In June and July, Philadelphia had 29 days where the highest dew point simmered to at least 75 degrees. Meteorologists say that's more than uncomfortable.

59 mins ago

Modern office buildings at the Navy Yard
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Ben Franklin Technology Partners, Philly’s tech startup investment group, to move to Center City

After 20 years in South Philadelphia, the public-private partnership said the move will make it more centrally located in the city.

9 hours ago

A woman speaks at a rally on behalf of her husband, who is being detained by federal immigration officials
Community

Hundreds rally in Germantown in support of Anovsack ‘Anou’ Vongbandith, a cafe owner being held in ICE detention center

Deportations like the cafe owner’s have “been going on for multiple administrations and not just Republican ones,” state Rep. Rabb said in his speech during the rally.

21 hours ago

Amazon Web Services data center in Boardman, Oregon
Urban Planning

As electric bills rise, evidence mounts that data centers share blame. States feel pressure to act

It’s not clear that any state has a solution and the actual effect of data centers on electricity bills is difficult to pin down.

1 day ago

Pennsylvania State Troopers stand in line during a press conference
Courts & Law

Wounded Pennsylvania troopers recovering after chaotic shooting that left gunman, neighbor dead

Sixty-one-year-old Carmine Faino was fatally shot by police Thursday after authorities say he killed his neighbor and then ambushed first responders.

2 days ago

Madinah Wilson-Anton speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Delaware progressives, Democratic leaders square off over plans to address high tax bills in upcoming session

House lawmakers have introduced their legislation for the special session. State senators plan to reveal their proposals Monday.

2 days ago

Astronaut James Lovell
Community

Apollo 13 moon mission leader James Lovell dies at 97

Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission that managed to get back to earth safely after an oxygen tank explosion, has died.

2 days ago

Transit riders gathered at SEPTA cuts protest at City Hall
Politics & Policy

Montgomery County Democratic state reps call on Senate Republicans to pass funding for SEPTA

Officials said the consequences of projected cuts to SEPTA service would devastate suburban communities.

2 days ago

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
Arts & Entertainment

The annual Chinese Lantern Festival in Philadelphia is a symbol of summer in the city

Now in its eighth year, the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival has become a seasonal staple for locals and tourists alike.

2 days ago

Teachers hold up a large sign in front of City Hall at the protest that reads 'FIGHTING 4 SCHOOLS'
Education

As Philly school officials and teachers union move closer to a deal, unresolved Pennsylvania budget remains an issue

The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.

2 days ago

a tip-off
Community

In its 20th year, the Danny Rumph Classic honors a fallen basketball player with the chance to save lives

The Philadelphia-based tournament honors its namesake and sometimes attracts All-Star talent from the NBA.

2 days ago

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Front of Rocket Income Tax
Courts & Law

‘Brazen lie after brazen lie’: Unraveling $9M pandemic relief scam masterminded by Delaware tax adviser

The 43-year-old man leased a flashy McLaren sports car while preparing bogus documents for 62 shell companies. He reaped $1.3 million himself.

2 days ago

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Lettie Draine, Lisa Walker and Howard Stanley smile
Health

A new senior affordable housing complex in Camden comes with primary health care on site

The Oliver Station complex for residents 55 and older is part of a state-led initiative to expand affordable housing options in New Jersey.

2 days ago

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer is opposing the effort by Delaware U.S. Attorney Julianne Murray
Courts & Law

ICE investigating 15 Delaware businesses suspected of employing undocumented immigrants

Gov. Matt Meyer said his administration plans to fight what he called “government intrusion” by the Trump administration.

2 days ago

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Police investigate a shooting scene in Philadelphia
Courts & Law
6abc

Arrest made in Grays Ferry mass shooting that left 3 people dead; more suspects still being sought

The victims who were killed have been identified as 23-year-old Zahir Wylie, 19-year-old Jason Reese, and 24-year-old Azir Harris.

3 days ago

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