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Pa. Republicans face decision on constitutional changes package
The comparatively large number of proposals pending in the General Assembly address topics that range from voting rights to abortion and real estate taxes.
4 years ago
Trudy Haynes, first Black TV reporter in Philly dies at 95
CBS3 Eyewitness News has reported that Trudy Haynes, whose hiring there in 1965 made her the first Black television reporter in Philadelphia, has died at 95.
4 years ago
Bad Bunny and Tyler, the Creator to headline Made in America 2022
MIA 2022 will also feature Philadelphia native musicians Lil Uzi Vert and Jazmine Sullivan.
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‘Donkey Kong defense’ arises at Bill Cosby sex abuse trial
A dispute over the arcade game Donkey Kong arose during Bill Cosby's civil trial over allegations that he sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl at the Playboy Mansion in 1975.
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U.S. sees heightened extremist threat heading into midterms
Domestic violent extremists present the most pressing and potentially violent threat, the Department of Homeland Security said.
4 years ago
Jan. 6 insurrection hearings: How to watch and what to know
The series of hearings that will take place over the next several weeks begin with a prime-time session Thursday night. Here's what you need to know ahead of the hearing.
4 years ago
Slow start for voting in New Jersey primary
With only a few contested races, and mail-in balloting available, few turned out to do traditional voting in the South Jersey area.
4 years ago
Jeopardy! winning streak over for Mt. Airy’s Ryan Long
"You have made the city of Philadelphia very proud," Jeopardy! host Mayim Bialik said.
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Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf tests positive for coronavirus
Wolf tested positive for the virus in December 2020 as well. He was asymptomatic at the time, according to his office.
4 years ago
Suburban hospitals overwhelmed after Crozer Health shutdowns and Tower Health closures
Hospitals in Delaware, Chester, and even Montgomery counties are feeling the ripple effects of Crozer Health service shutdowns and Tower Health closures.
4 years ago
‘It’s a blessing’: Affordable housing to replace nuisance motel in North Philadelphia
North10 Philadelphia is building "Be a Gem Crossing" at Westmoreland Street and Germantown Avenue. It will replace a motel that neighbors have tried to close for two decades.
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Pa. Senate Republicans revive election bill over 2020 complaints
The bill passed, 30-19, with every Republican and one Democrat backing it.
4 years ago
Juneteenth flag raised at Philadelphia City Hall
The Juneteenth flag was designed by Ben Haith, of Boston, who was honored by the city of Philadelphia 25 years later.
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N.J. program that pairs police, mental health screeners in South Jersey expands
A program that began in Cumberland Co., pairing a plainclothes state trooper with a certified mental health screener, will expand to Union Co.
4 years ago
Opinion: Councilmember Squilla should rethink his stance on Washington Ave.
Slimming down Washington Ave. ignores its role as an evacuation route and a key connection in South Philadelphia, according to these “road diet” opponents.
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