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Courts & Law

Facebook paying fine to settle U.S. suit on discrimination

Facebook is paying a $4.75 million fine and up to $9.5 million to eligible victims to resolve the Justice Department’s allegations that it discriminated against U.S. workers.

5 years ago

Ben Simmons stands during a Sixers practice
Community

Sixers suspend Ben Simmons for conduct ‘detrimental to team’

The three-time All-Star guard was a holdout in training camp in the wake of his offseason trade demand.

5 years ago

A transit security officer works on the platform of the Girard stop
Courts & Law

SEPTA riders held up phones as woman was raped, police say

More than two dozen train stops passed as the man harassed, groped and eventually raped the woman, SEPTA Police Chief Thomas J. Nestel III said.

5 years ago

Michelle Chester prepares a vial of the Moderna COVID-19
Health

U.S. expected to authorize mix-and-match COVID booster shots

The upcoming FDA announcement is likely to come along with authorization for boosters of the Moderna and J&J shots and follows the authorization of a third dose for Pfizer.

5 years ago

Police confirm to Action News that a 66-year-old male was shot in the head and a 16-year-old male was shot in the neck on Monday. (6abc)
Community
6abc

Police identify innocent 65-year-old man fatally shot near Philadelphia’s Lincoln High School

Jeffrey Carter, 65, was fatally shot in the head by a stray bullet and a 16-year-old student from the nearby high school was shot in the back of the head as he ran away.

5 years ago

Philadelphia Gas Works at 1601 S. Broad Street. (Nathaniel Hamilton for WHYY)
Money

Eligible families can now apply for up to $1,500 in aid to pay for heating bills

One in three Philadelphia households could qualify for a federal grant to pay off heating bills. The aid is free and does not have to be repaid.

5 years ago

Trash dumped on the side of a street.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Sanitation Solutions: How hidden cameras became Philly’s fiercest weapon in the war on dumping

Philadelphia has 300 surveillance cameras and, increasingly, sees them as central to its strategy of holding individuals accountable for illegal dumping.

5 years ago

File photo of Pa. Lieutenant Gov. John Fetterman speaking to the press. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Fetterman continues to dominate fundraising for U.S. Senate race

The major candidates have already filed several rounds of campaign finance reports, and clear differences in their fundraising powers have emerged.

5 years ago

In this Aug. 1, 2018 photo weeds engulf a playground at housing section of the former Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster in Warminster, Pa. the foams once used routinely in firefighting training at military bases contained PFAS. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Science

Environmental advocates applaud EPA plan to address PFAS, but say more is needed

EPA has released a “road map” to prevent PFAS from being released and to speed up the cleanup process. Local environmental advocates say it’s an important first step.

5 years ago

A health care worker fills a syringe with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
Health

N.J. coronavirus update: Boosters can now be booked through state website

Those who qualify for vaccine booster shots can now book appointments through the state’s scheduling system.

5 years ago

A police officer patrols the block near a house as they investigate an active shooting situation, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, in the Nicetown neighborhood of Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Courts & Law

Trial pushed back for Maurice Hill, man accused of shooting 6 officers in Tioga standoff

Maurice Hill trial: Accused shooter at center of Nicetown-Tioga standoff trial delayed.

5 years ago

The call came in around 3 p.m. for a shooting near the intersection of Rowland and Ryan avenues, which is just outside Lincoln High School in the city's Mayfair section. (6abc)
Community
6abc

2 people shot while inside vehicle near Philadelphia high school

The call came in around 3 p.m. for a shooting near the intersection of Rowland and Ryan avenues, which is just outside Lincoln High School in the city's Mayfair section.

5 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles' Lane Johnson (65) in action during a pre-season NFL football game against Pittsburgh Steelers, Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Health
6abc

‘You are not alone’: Eagles’ Lane Johnson issues message on anxiety, depression

On Monday morning, Johnson issued a statement about what he's been going through in his life. "I am excited to re-join my teammates & coaches," he said.

5 years ago

Samantha Del Angel receives a COVID-19 vaccine
Politics & Policy

Federal funds to help New Castle County implement ‘equity agenda’

New Castle County will spend millions of American Rescue Plan funds to create a more equitable playing field for residents living in underserved communities.

5 years ago

Rep. Mike Doyle
Politics & Policy

Doyle, Pennsylvania congressional delegation dean, to retire

The 68-year-old Doyle was first elected in 1994. His district includes all of Pittsburgh and some of its increasingly leftward-leaning suburbs.

5 years ago

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