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Woman by abandoned well in Pennsylvania
Community
WESA

‘Orphaned’ wells are a problem in Pennsylvania and there are more of them than we thought

Orphan wells are a source of climate warming methane emissions, and have been known to contaminate air, water and soil.

4 years ago

Matthew George changes the bag at his I Love Thy Hood can outside the Dollar General on Chelten Avenue.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Sanitation Solutions: When the city let them down, Philly rose up — with orange trash cans

I Love Thy Hood's Matthew George stepped up to help attack Philadelphia’s dirty streets problem. He is learning the limits of what volunteers can do.

4 years ago

Ahmaud Arbery's father, Marcus Arbery, bottom center, listens to Jason Vaughn speak during a memorial walk and candlelight vigil
Courts & Law

Jury selection to start in trial over Ahmaud Arbery’s death

Father and son Greg and Travis McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan are charged with murder and other crimes in Arbery's death on Feb. 23, 2020.

4 years ago

Gen. Colin Powell is seen in military uniform
Politics & Policy

Colin Powell has died of COVID-19 complications, family says

Powell was the first African American to serve as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and secretary of state.

4 years ago

A man smiles while holding a sign that says,
Politics & Policy

Monday is the last day to register to vote in the 2021 Pennsylvania general election

Pennsylvania’s general election is Nov. 2. Voters will elect judges who will play pivotal roles in shaping policy for at least the next decade.

4 years ago

A passenger in full protective suit walks to boarding gate at Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam on 15 Oct. 2021. Vietnam has resumed air travel after several months of suspension due to COVID-19 outbreak
Health
Health Desk Help Desk

I want to travel outside the U.S. Are there still COVID-19 restrictions?

Much of the world is open to Americans, particularly vaccinated travelers, but the rules vary. Here’s what you need to know before you go.

4 years ago

A police officer directs rush hour traffic on Canal Street in New York
PlanPhilly
Community

Philly to begin hiring an all-new class of unarmed traffic officers this month

As Philadelphia officials again push back the deployment of the city’s first traffic enforcement officers, they promise hiring will begin this month.

4 years ago

[in center]: Taylor Kowalski, from Ridley Park, marching alongside others.
The Justice for Fanta Bility silent march in Sharon Hill, PA on 10/17/21. Fanta Bility was an eight year old girl who was shot and killed outside of a football game at Academy Park High School on August 27, 2021. The march had been organized and  led by the UDTJ and Delco Resists as a way to honor Fanta’s life as well as call for police accountability. 
[DANIELLA HEMINGHAUS]
Community

Photo essay: Silent marchers demand justice for Fanta Bility, 8-year-old killed by police in Delco

Community members took part in a silent march in Delco Sunday afternoon, calling for justice for Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl fatally shot by Sharon Hill police.

4 years ago

According to police, several males were arguing inside the Park City Center mall when multiple shots were fired. (6abc)
Community
6abc

Police: Fight led to shooting inside Park City Center mall in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

According to Lancaster City police, several males were arguing inside the mall when multiple shots were fired.

4 years ago

A transit security officer works on the platform of the Girard stop
Community

SEPTA contract talks to move to hotel as strike authorization vote looms

Negotiations between SEPTA management and its largest labor union are coming down to the wire –– and sources at the union say they’ve hit a wall.

4 years ago

Philadelphia school board member Lisa Salley, right, works with district volunteers in front of Overbrook Elementary School on Thursday to get input from parents in the search for a new superintendent. Standing from left, Kristyn Aldrich, Walter Dixon, Marcia Hall and Deanna Scott. (Johann Calhoun / Chalkbeat)
Education
Chalkbeat Philadelphia

What’s next in search to find Philly’s new schools superintendent

The search to replace Hite started this week with 17 in-person and virtual listening sessions planned, along with a survey, to seek the public’s input.

4 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons plays during an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers, Monday, March 1, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Ben Simmons back at practice with Sixers teammates

The saga with Simmons started after the Sixers playoff run and series loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

4 years ago

In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo, smoke fills the walkway outside the Senate Chamber as supporters of President Donald Trump, including Eric Bochene, far right, are confronted by U.S. Capitol Police officers inside the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
Courts & Law

Risky business: Some Capitol riot defendants forgo lawyers

At least five people charged in the riot at the U.S. Capitol have chosen to defend themselves in court.

4 years ago

John's Roast Pork
Community
6abc

John’s Roast Pork wins best cheesesteak competition

The people of Philadelphia have voted and the winner is: John's Roast Pork in South Philadelphia.

4 years ago

Close up hands of caregiver doctor helping old woman at clinic.
Health

Getting out and moving helps reduce the risk of falls in older people, study shows

Little steps every day can make a positive difference: Decreased physical activity was linked to more falls, a survey of 2,000 people ages 50 to 80 found.

4 years ago

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