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How to stop the far-right movement? Some Philly organizers pitch a new party
The push for a new party saw a renewed sense of urgency after pro-Trump insurrectionists stormed the nation’s capital Wednesday.
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When will it be your turn to get the coronavirus vaccine? Here’s a guide
It’s hard to pin down a specific answer for any one person. WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk created this interactive way to figure out where you stand.
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Listen 4:47Philly detective under investigation after allegedly attending Trump rally before riot
The detective’s assignment has been changed pending the outcome of the investigation.
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Oaths questioned as Trump’s backers fight against loss
In the aftermath of the attack on the U.S. Capitol, some critics are accusing Republicans of violating their oaths of office.
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‘Brian did his job’: Family remembers fallen Capitol officer
Sicknick's death has shaken America as it grapples with how an armed mob could storm the halls of the U.S. Capitol as the presidential election results were being certified.
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Trump pressured Georgia to ‘find the fraud’ in earlier call
The December call preceded Trump’s Jan. 2 call to Georgia Sec. of State Brad Raffensperger where he asked election officials to “find” enough votes to overturn Biden's win.
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Dems prep ‘incitement of insurrection’ charge against Trump
A resolution calling on Pence to do so was blocked Monday by Republicans. But more votes are expected Tuesday, with an impeachment vote Wednesday.
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Delco leaders mull an appeal after judge upholds $276.5 million DELCORA deal
The pending sale of the county wastewater system to Aqua Pennsylvania is at the center of a long-running, will-they-won’t-they political feud.
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Philly has 3,600 murals and few ways to protect them
If the owner of a wall wants to get rid of the mural on it, there isn’t much the artist or community can do. Jane Golden wants to change that.
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2 men in high-profile photos among latest charged in DC riot
Two men accused of joining a mob of Trump’s supporters that stormed the Capitol — one wearing a horned, fur hat and the other carrying Pelosi's lectern were arrested Saturday.
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Philadelphia school leaders confident schools will reopen this year
The school district has tried twice to reopen schools for 30,000 students in pre-kindergarten through third grade — first in September and then in November.
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Dems’ momentum builds to impeach Trump, Pelosi hits rioters
“We must take action,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi declared Friday on a private conference call with Democrats.
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African American Museum in Philadelphia takes its MLK Weekend Celebration virtual
The online events will run Jan. 16 to 18 and will feature family-friendly activities, a documentary screening, poetry and more.
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Camden sees lowest crime level in more than 50 years
Camden County officials said there were 2,796 criminal activity reports logged in the city during 2020, compared to 3,298 in 2019.
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Center City District ad campaign aims to help restaurants survive
With images evoking battles of the past, the promotion encourages people to order takeout meals directly from the restaurants.
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