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Plumes of smoke are seen stretching from Southwest Philly to South Jersey
Community

Health officials say smoke over Philly from tire fire not hazardous, but urge caution

There is still particulate matter in the air from the smoke, and people near the remaining smoke or haze were advised to limit their time outside.

5 years ago

Desks are spaced apart in a classroom
Community
6abc

Central Bucks School Board accused of allowing hate speech during public comment

Silvi Haldipur went to Tuesday night's Central Bucks School District school board meeting to share some positivity, but what she heard horrified her.

5 years ago

Consuela Estillero and Sid Bolling stand on a front porch
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

1,700 units of housing are set to vanish in the next 5 years. There’s little Philly officials can do

Observers see a slow-moving storm set to destabilize a housing market that is already strained by unmet demand for decent, affordable options.

5 years ago

Listen 2:03
A Christmas glass ball decoration depicting a dog's face
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

American music in the burbs, Yellow Springs art show, Philly film fests, Conya Doss, and new exhibits and plays in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Nov. 11- Nov. 14: Things to do in Pa., Del., and N.J.

5 years ago

Listen 4:46
New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney speaks with members of the media during a news conference
Politics & Policy

Steve Sweeney has conceded. What does that mean for South Jersey?

N.J. Senate President Steve Sweeney has conceded his reelection bid. It’s the end of an era for South Jersey, so what comes next?

5 years ago

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Independence National Historic Park, also known as Independence Hall. (National Park Service)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Why is the National Parks Service teaming up with PGW on a fossil fuel project in Philly?

The government’s ambitious rhetoric around climate is too often dangerously out of step with its own actions.

5 years ago

Fanta Bility stands for a photo outside
Courts & Law

Two teens charged in connection with the police shooting of 8-year-old in Sharon Hill

First-degree murder charges are filed against two people in a gunfight near Academy Park High before the shooting by Sharon Hill police officers.

5 years ago

Simone Biles smiles on the red carpet
Arts & Entertainment

‘You’re more than medals’: Simone Biles to Pennsylvania women on redefining success

Over 6,000 people tuned in to hear Laverne Cox speak. Later, Olympic gymnast and advocate Simone Biles delivered a keynote speech.

5 years ago

United States Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm toured the ECA (Energy Coordinating Agency), an energy efficiency job training facility in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, with Jackie Robinson, ECA’s lead trainer
Politics & Policy

Energy Secretary Granholm, visiting Philly, touts infrastructure bill and expected job creation

In Kensington, Granholm said some of the new $3.5B in funds for weatherization will likely go to the Energy Coordinating Agency.

5 years ago

John Dougherty walks to the federal courthouse in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Jury starts deliberations in bribery trial of John Dougherty and Bobby Henon

The juror who tested positive was excused from the case and all the other jurors have tested negative, the judge said.

5 years ago

A series of paintings are on display in Philadelhia
Arts & Entertainment

Philly artists help promote small businesses owned by people of color this holiday season

The posters, designed by Philly artists and the small businesses that inspire them, will be placed in commercial corridors across the city, just in time for holiday shopping.

5 years ago

Looking east toward City Hall from Eakins Oval.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly chooses firm Design Workshop, to ‘reimagine’ Ben Franklin Parkway

The firm, Design Workshop, is expected to move forward with the long-awaited redesign in early 2022.

5 years ago

The correctional complex on State Road in Philadelphia.
Community

‘Mad or nah?’: Philly residents react to staff shortages, poor conditions at local jails

P.O.C. hit the streets of Philadelphia to see how residents feel about staff shortages and worsening conditions at local jails.

5 years ago

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The flag-draped casket of former Delaware Gov. Ruth Ann Minner is carried out of the Church of Nazarene after a funeral service in Milford, Del., Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Politics & Policy

‘America should know’ Ruth Ann Minner: Biden delivers eulogy for former Delaware governor

President Biden called former Delaware Gov. Ruth Ann Minner a “true pioneer” in remarks at her funeral Wednesday afternoon in Milford.

5 years ago

Superintendent William Hite, Mayor Jim Kenney, Solis-Cohen principal Michelina Serianni, and school district officials celebrate the new building with a ribbon cutting ceremony. (Emily Rizzo WHYY)
Keystone Crossroads
Education

Solis-Cohen Elementary celebrates its brighter and greener new home

The building was made with sustainability and clean energy in mind. There’s a new air filtration system, a rooftop garden, and solar panels covering the roofs.

5 years ago

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