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Philly area finally off the ‘worst 25’ list for ozone pollution, but still gets failing grade
The American Lung Association says while ozone levels are improving, levels of particulate pollution are less promising.
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N.J’s first day of retail weed sales ‘robust’ and ‘trouble-free,’ regulators say
However, the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission said it investigated “a few minor complaints.”
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Officials unveil ambitious plan to stem gun violence in Philadelphia, but funding is elusive
Congressman Dwight Evans announced an ambitious, $51 billion plan to tackle the nation’s gun violence epidemic at its roots.
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Philly embraces sustainable fashion this Earth Day
Sustainable Fashion Week comes to Philly for the first time. The event highlights local designers and invites all to learn more about sustainability.
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Mayor Kenney defends mask mandate return in online video
Mayor Jim Kenney decried the ‘Trumpian’ politicization of vaccines and mask mandates during an online video interview with the Washington Post.
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Philly region celebrates 350 miles of walkable, bikeable trails
This year’s spring trail season kickoff will feature a hodgepodge of events, from Earth Day festivals and volunteer cleanups to ribbon-cuttings and tree-plantings.
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Officials announce $10 million reconstruction project in East Camden
27th Street between Marlton Pike and Federal Street will be totally reconstructed. The project topped Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen’s to-do list.
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Kenyatta Johnson back in City Council after mistrial in his bribery case
After a hung jury abruptly ended his federal bribery trial, it was business as usual for the Second District council member.
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Ex-Philly police officer charged in beating of mother during 2020 unrest
Kardos is accused of beating Rickia Young amid the unrest following the fatal police shooting of Walter Wallace Jr. in West Philadelphia.
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Crozer to shut down more hospital wards at Delaware County Memorial and Crozer-Chester
In June, Delaware County Memorial Hospital and Crozer Chester Medical Center will lose several key behavioral, mental health, and substance abuse services.
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Wilmington prep school leader charged with child porn 8 years after headmaster faced same allegation
The arrest of William Ushler, 53, came after a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
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This Earth Day, Biden faces ‘headwinds’ on climate agenda
Biden's most sweeping proposals remain stalled on Capitol Hill despite renewed warnings from scientists that the world is hurtling toward a dangerous future.
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Biden announces $800M in new military assistance for Ukraine
The new package builds on roughly $2.6 billion in military assistance that Biden had previously approved for Ukraine.
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Putin tries to claim Mariupol win but won’t storm holdout
Putin's order may mean that Russian officials are hoping they can wait for the defenders to surrender after running out of food or ammunition.
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Wright resigns as Villanova coach, Neptune takes over
The 60-year-old Wright guided Villanova to titles in 2016 and 2018 and just led the Wildcats to the Final Four.
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