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Leadership of the strike-prone SEPTA union has changed. Don’t expect much difference
Former SEPTA union president Willie Brown won raises and parental leave — and led two disruptive strikes. His successor promises to follow in his footsteps.
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Philly air travelers warned about lines, delays — and keeping carry-on presents unwrapped
Air travelers are advised to plan ahead, including booking a parking space, and to expect delays. Here’s what to do if you want to bring wrapped presents on the plane.
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Supreme Court to hold special session on Biden administration’s vaccine requirements
The court plans to hear arguments on the Biden administration’s vaccine or testing requirement for large employers and a separate vaccine requirement for health care workers.
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‘It doesn’t feel legitimate’: William Penn SD takes the stand in Pa. school funding trial
A kindergarten teacher and athletic director testified Wednesday in a landmark trial over Pennsylvania’s system for funding public education.
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N.J.’s new congressional map adopted as advocates question transparency of the process
The final stages of the map-drawing process have drawn backlash from Republicans and progressive groups, who criticized the commission for a lack of transparency.
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Officials hope for a less violence-filled 2022 in Philadelphia
Philadelphia city officials used the final violence update of 2021 to talk about future plans for violence reduction next year.
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5 teenagers charged in armed carjacking of U.S. Rep. Scanlon
State police say Scanlon’s blue Acura MDX was located Wednesday night in Newark, Delaware.
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Yuengling accuses Bud Light of trampling on trademark
Bud Light had been calling its forthcoming brew the “next generation of beer.” Yuengling says that's too close to the trademarked slogan it uses for its low-carb brew Flight.
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Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni tests positive for COVID-19
According to the Eagles, Sirianni was feeling symptomatic and tested positive earlier in the day.
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Before you join the ‘Great Resignation,’ have you tried asking for what you want?
The “Great Resignation” may not be over as we head into 2022. What should you be thinking about as you negotiate your way into a new job?
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Listen 5:59Bucks DA asks for public’s help finding two co-workers missing since October
Co-workers Michael Allen Stark and Matthew Branning have been missing since Oct. 15. The Bucks DA said investigators suspect foul play.
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A showdown could be brewing between U.S. Rep. Perry and the Jan. 6 committee
Perry tweeted Tuesday that he will not cooperate with the panel, calling it “illegitimate.”
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Pause on student loan payments is extended through May 1
President Joe Biden said financial recovery from the pandemic will take longer than job recovery, especially for those with student loans.
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Pfizer pill becomes 1st U.S.-authorized home COVID treatment
The drug, Paxlovid, is a faster, cheaper way to treat early COVID-19 infections, though initial supplies will be extremely limited.
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Warnings issued over redistricting delays affecting Pa. primary
Acting Secretary of State Veronica Degraffenreid told the floor leaders on the Legislative Reapportionment Commission that the current schedule will not work.
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