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‘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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 wins best cheesesteak competition
The people of Philadelphia have voted and the winner is: John's Roast Pork in South Philadelphia.
4 years ago
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.
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![Heminghaus-Silent March for Fanta_003 [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.
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