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Philadelphia City Council approves resolution recognizing abortion rights as human rights
Abortion advocates remain unhappy with Philadelphia’s decision to pull funding from abortion providers amid federal challenges.
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Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after a fall caused by an apparent heart issue
A spokesperson said Fetterman opted to remain at the hospital so doctors can “fine-tune his medication regimen.”
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Historic Old City bank building to become artistic fantasia in March
“The Ministry of Awe” will be an immersive art experience in Old City, opening in a former bank building March 14.
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States scramble to send full SNAP food benefits to millions of people after government shutdown ends
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which runs the program, said that funds could be available “upon the government reopening, within 24 hours for most states.”
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Philadelphians will soon face 10-cent paper bag fee at grocery stores, markets and more
Plastic bags are already banned in Philadelphia. Paper bags will come with a fee.
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Takeaways from the newly released Epstein files
The documents include emails between Jeffrey Epstein and powerful people, as well as unrelated materials.
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The timeline for SNAP benefits remains uncertain, even as the government is set to reopen
About 42 million lower-income Americans receive SNAP benefits, on average about $190 monthly per person.
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Starbucks workers kick off strike in Philadelphia, other U.S. cities on company’s busy Red Cup Day
Starbucks Workers United says the walkout will impact stores in 45 cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Minneapolis and Dallas.
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Nov. 13–16: Love Your Park fall weekend, a Jewish film festival and a performance from viral star Druski are among the weekend highlights.
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Listen 5:00Weitzman museum plans an America250 exhibition from an island in the Caribbean
“The First Salute,” opening in April, will tell the story of a tiny, largely Jewish island that played a key role in the Revolutionary War.
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Listen 1:12The rhythm of recycling: How a Philly-based master musician crafts instruments from the trash
The average American throws out almost 5 pounds of solid waste each day. One local musician aims to reduce waste by giving trash a second life.
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New Jersey schools and students are cautiously embracing AI in the classroom
A recent report found a growing number of teachers and students use the technology, which is becoming a more common part of everyday life.
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Listen 0:57Pa. budget: What’s in store for public schools?
Lawmakers passed a $50.1 billion 2025-26 state budget, providing $665 million for public schools, $175 million in cyber charter reforms and expanded student support programs.
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Breaking the Pa. budget impasse hinged on ditching a major climate initiative
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative would have put a price on carbon. Opposed by Republicans, it was sacrificed by Democrats to get the budget deal done.
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Education leaders are applauding new funding increases that promise to bridge the divide between high- and low-income school districts.
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