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Community

Wawa recommends masking when you order that shorti, regardless of vaccination status

Wawa is joining other retailers in requiring workers to mask up as coronavirus cases rise again. The company recommends customers do the same.

5 years ago

Alexander Martinez wears a face mask and detainee scrubs
Politics & Policy

Immigrant detentions soar despite Biden’s campaign promises

The number of people in federal immigration detention has risen markedly under President Joe Biden. Since the end of February, the number of detainees has more than doubled.

5 years ago

A closeup of an offshore wind turbine
Politics & Policy
NJ Spotlight

Nonpartisan group wants Murphy administration to put price on clean-energy transition ASAP

Detailed cost analysis remains 18 months out, even though it was promised with Energy Master Plan in 2020.

5 years ago

Framed photos of Tyler Cordeiro
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Feds roll back ‘confusing’ addiction funding rules that had deadly consequence in Pa.

The change impacts people who need addiction treatment and use medical marijuana for a substance use or mental health disorder.

5 years ago

A Penn State University student walks across campus
Education

Penn State University requires masking at all campuses

The school is also urging students and employees to get vaccinated. Anyone not fully vaccinated by Aug. 9 will be required to undergo virus testing during the fall semester.

5 years ago

A series of portraits by John Carlo Dionisio depict Ashani Oblivion, a character conceived by Zay Ali and portrayed by Arien Wilkerson. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

‘Love and Oblivion’: An art exhibit that leans into a life with no future

The exhibition at Slought features sculpture, video, installation, painting, and performance works from several artists speaking to one person’s vision.

5 years ago

Jaydalee Rivera whispers a suggestion to Vanessa Irrizary
PlanPhilly
Education

Reading, writing, and Rec: Philly tests a new approach to learning through play

A summer literacy program has been expanded to rec centers to help kids learn in person, in their neighborhoods, after a year of virtual school.

5 years ago

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Nakia (Lupita Nyong'o), T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman) and Okoye (Danai Gurira) emerge from a Wakandan aircraft in Black Panther. (Marvel Studios)
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

BlackStar Film Fest, Jerry Week, Petapalooza, and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Aug. 5 - Aug. 9: Things to do in Philadelphia, Del., and N.J.

5 years ago

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File photo: A group of kids from the Southwest Philadelphia Healthnastics program, ages 3-18, held signs at a protest demanding the Kenney administration do more to address gun violence in the city on Aug. 4, 2021. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

‘We’re going to be processed to death’: Activists push Kenney to do more on gun violence

Even activists and city leaders paying close attention to Philadelphia’s gun violence prevention efforts say they don’t know specifics about how funds are being spent.

5 years ago

Carolyn Mosley of the Eastwick United Community Development Corp speaks at rally. (Tom MacDonald/WHYY)
Urban Planning

Councilmember calls for $500 million to resolve Eastwick flooding

A call for a half-billion dollars in federal funding to fix flooding in Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood.

5 years ago

Mayor Jim Kenney speaks
Community

Application window for Philly anti-violence grants starts Friday

The Anti-Violence Community Partnership program will announce its first recipients in early September.

5 years ago

Jack Ciattarelli and Diane Allen wave to supporters during a press conference
Politics & Policy

‘Jack and Diane’ take on N.J. Gov. Murphy over state services, treatment of women

The longtime state senator from Burlington County and former Philly TV news anchor is being praised as a smart pick for Ciattarelli in the race to unseat Gov. Murphy.

5 years ago

A group of people gather behind Delaware State Sen. Sarah McBride as she speaks at a podium.
Politics & Policy

Paid family leave advocates rally in Wilmington: ‘We can’t afford the cost of inaction’

Initiatives at the federal and state level would provide paid leave for new parents and people with or caring for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious illness.

5 years ago

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Chester Country election workers check ballots
Politics & Policy

Sen. Mastriano hopes to issue election ‘audit’ subpoenas within 2 weeks

Mastriano has been a leading proponent in Pennsylvania of former President Donald Trump's attempt to reverse his election loss.

5 years ago

Stacey Horrocks stands inside her home wearing a face mask
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

High court gives Pa. county OK to delay eviction cases while tenants wait for rental relief

Advocates hope the ruling will prompt other counties to issue similar orders, guaranteeing that tenants won’t lose their homes while waiting for help.

5 years ago

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