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President Joe Biden speaks from the Blue Room Balcony of the White House Monday, Aug. 1, 2022, in Washington, as he announces that a U.S. airstrike killed al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri in Afghanistan. (Jim Watson/Pool via AP)
Politics & Policy

Biden’s COVID sequel: back on the balcony, dog for company

It’s back to the White House balcony and the Treaty Room for President Joe Biden as he contends with a “rebound” case of COVID-19.

4 years ago

Vials of monkeypox vaccine. (6abc)
Health

As Philadelphia monkeypox outbreak grows, city unveils public tracking dashboard

As Philadelphia’s monkeypox outbreak continues to grow, the city is publishing the latest case counts and vaccine availability on a new online dashboard.

4 years ago

An open fire hydrant is pictured on Reese Street in Philly's Hunting Park neighborhood
Weather

Philadelphia braces for another wave of heat as precipitation levels fall below average

The Philadelphia metro area usually sees around four inches of rain per year during July. This year, however, the region received barely more than two inches.

4 years ago

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa.
Politics & Policy

All of Pa.’s GOP congressmen are endorsing Doug Mastriano for governor — except Fitzpatrick

His decision to steer clear could speak to Mastriano’s odds in the populous Philly suburbs: Many voters there appear unlikely to back him.

4 years ago

One person speaks into a microphone as two other people seated on the panel are turned towards them to listen.
Health

‘911 moment’: Biden’s health secretary hears stories of children’s mental health challenges at Delaware forum

More than 40% of children report struggles with persistent sadness and desperation. Doctors, patients, parents, and politicians urged more services.

4 years ago

Samples of monkeypox under the view of a microsope.
Health

Philadelphia suburbs confirm first cases of monkeypox

Delaware County has confirmed nine cases of monkeypox, Bucks County has six, Montgomery County has four, and Chester County has one as of Monday.

4 years ago

FILE - In this file photo from Wednesday Jan. 6, 2021, Trump supporters beset a police barrier at the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Courts & Law

Man who stormed Capitol with gun gets 87 months in prison

It is the longest sentence imposed so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases.

4 years ago

A statue is shown wearing a T-shirt.
Community

UC Townhomes property owners pursuing ‘legal remedies’ to break up protest encampment

An IBID Associates spokesperson says, “the trespassers have no legal right to remain on the property.”

4 years ago

The U.S. Capitol is shown from afar on a sunny day.
Politics & Policy

Dems seem headed for climate, health win after ups and downs

The package would save consumers and the government money by curbing prescription drug prices, and it would subsidize private health insurance for millions of people.

4 years ago

Search and rescue team is in a red boat in a flooded area.
Community

Philadelphia area Red Cross sending help to flood-ravaged Kentucky

Members of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the Red Cross are helping displaced residents after widespread flooding caused significant damage in eastern Kentucky.

4 years ago

A cargo ship is on the ocean.
Politics & Policy

1st ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

The first ship carrying Ukrainian grain has set out from the port of Odesa.

4 years ago

The front of a building is visible.
Education

Camden schools kick off enrollment fairs ahead of academic year

Families are invited to enroll and re-register pre-K through 12th-grade students at a series of free events ahead of the 2022-2023 academic year.

4 years ago

Zuhairah McGill sits in a theater
Arts & Entertainment

For the first time in 21 years, a Philly artist will perform at the National Black Theatre Festival

Zuhairah McGill will perform her one-woman show “Sojourner,” the first Philly artist in two decades to be on stage at the prestigious festival.

4 years ago

Felicia Ashley on her porch in the East Germantown section of Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Weather

Air conditioning is key in Philly’s hot neighborhoods, but resources are limited

“Air conditioning … is no longer a luxury in an era of climate-driven, change-driven temperature increases,” says one expert about the urgent need.

4 years ago

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Artist rendering of the National Sports and Events Center. (Courtesy of IDG Development LLC)
Arts & Entertainment

Coatesville officials bank on new $50 million sports and event facility to put Chester County’s only city back on the map

Coatesville leaders say the city is going through a renaissance. Many think a new sports and events complex will put the city on the map.

4 years ago

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