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N.J.’s LGBTQ curriculum still faces hurdles 3 years after it was mandated
Advocates said challenges have emerged because the mandate was unfunded when enacted.
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Defense to start calling witnesses in bribery trial of City Councilmember Johnson
Defense attorneys are expected to question witnesses for up to three days before the jury starts its deliberations.
4 years ago
The deprivatization of the George W. Hill Correctional Facility from GEO Group’s hands is complete — but the work addressing “chronic over-incarceration” is far from over.
4 years ago
Another ‘case of the underdogs’: Towamencin residents oppose sewer privatization
Towamencin Township is holding two town halls for residents to discuss the potential sale of the sewer authority.
4 years ago
Philly Fed president calls inflation ‘the 10% elephant in the room’
The former University of Delaware president stressed that the economy has been resilient during the pandemic but war in Ukraine will lead to short-term price hikes.
4 years ago
U.S. experts discuss COVID boosters for the fall and beyond
Key questions include how often the vaccines should be updated against new viral strains and who should get them.
4 years ago
No charges filed in no-knock warrant killing of Amir Locke
prosecutors have declined to file charges against a Minneapolis police SWAT team officer who fatally shot Locke while executing an early morning no-knock search warrant.
4 years ago
Pennsylvania State Police settle profiling, immigration suit
The settlement pays a total of $865,000 to 10 plaintiffs, with a portion going to the American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania.
4 years ago
U.S. hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following
Making it personal, the U.S. sanctions singled out Putin's family, targeting his two adult daughters in addition to blocking two key Russian banks.
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Ukrainians pore over grisly aftermath of atrocities
In ruined towns around Ukraine’s capital that Russian troops recently left, investigators collected evidence documenting what appeared to be widespread killings of civilians.
4 years ago
Scream and shout: Philly benefit album features Ukrainian hardcore bands
Band Together features a mix of U.S. and Ukrainian punk to raise money for humanitarian aid in war-torn Ukraine.
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Listen 3:21The measure’s sponsor has split the bill into two parts. The simple majority needed to legalize possession of less than an ounce seems to be on board.
4 years ago
Comcast and federal programs provide low-cost or free internet to families with low income
Comcast is increasing the internet speed available through its existing affordable program. Tying it to a new federal program can mean free internet for eligible households.
4 years ago
At Masters, some come to see golfers, others to see gnomes
The Masters has gone gnome-mad. Yes. Gnomes.
4 years ago
Temple names Diane Richardson as new women’s hoops coach
Richardson went 80-66 at Towson and led the team to a school-record 24 wins and a berth in the NIT. She also led Towson to the NCAA Tournament in 2019.
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