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Why Krasner is asking Pa.’s high court to change how jurors hear use-of-force law
The unusual request is the beginning of a potentially long legal process that has delayed the trial of the first on-duty Philly officer charged with murder in nearly 20 years.
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Jazz, swag, and shortis: Philly celebrates Wawa Hoagie Day
Wawa made over 15,000 free hoagies Thursday. The first 5,000 were donated to Philabundance ahead of an event at the National Constitution Center.
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Delaware State becomes first HBCU to acquire another school with takeover of Wesley College
The acquisition is a ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Delaware’s HBCU, says DSU president Tony Allen.
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Philly courts just extended eviction protections again. Here’s what that means
Housing advocates call the move a win for tenants. We’ve summarized what you need to know whether you are a renter or a landlord.
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Redistricting reform in Pa. is dead for now, advocates say. So what’s next?
Anti-gerrymandering advocates are relying on promises from those in charge of drawing the state’s political maps to hold hearings and allow citizen input.
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Wolf signs off on revisions to Pennsylvania medical pot law
The bill makes it easier for producers to remove contaminants such as yeast and mold from medical marijuana, to turn it into products that are topical, not to be inhaled.
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Wolf signs Pa. budget package, celebrates public school funding
Wolf touted $300 million extra for school district operations and instruction, including the unique idea of setting aside $100 million of that strictly for schools in need.
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A global Harry Potter exhibition will debut at the Franklin Institute in 2022
The globally touring exhibition, featuring material from across the entire Wizarding World, will premiere at the Franklin Institute in 2022.
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Explainer: Why Bill Cosby’s sex assault conviction was overturned
Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction was thrown out Wednesday by Pennsylvania's highest court. Here's a look at the case against Cosby and the court's decision.
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New Jersey team to assist in Florida condo collapse search
N.J. Task Force 1 sent 70 members who specialize in 21 technically skilled positions and 10 ground support personnel. It is the unit's eighth deployment under FEMA since 2016.
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Two companies tapped to build second massive offshore-wind farm in N.J.
The project is expected to triple the electricity coming in from the coastline.
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Pa. efforts to halt plastic bag bans recede as Philadelphia begins to enact its own law
The legislature’s preemption of municipal bans was tied to Gov. Wolf’s lifting of the COVID-19 state of emergency. The preemption expires Dec. 8, 2021.
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Hot and mad: What July feels like when your neighborhood pool doesn’t reopen
Only 47 of the city’s 69 pools will open this year. To some, the plan feels like a stinging reminder of ongoing inequities in America’s poorest large city.
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Fourth of July fun in the Delaware Valley includes fireworks, concerts, and more
July 1 - 4: Fourth of July fun in the Delaware Valley includes fireworks, concerts, and more.
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Listen 3:28Philly pool season begins after challenging search for lifeguards
The city’s pool season begins, despite the recruitment issues and criticism surrounding which neighborhood pools were chosen to open.
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