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Christina Mclendon carries a plate of food during a giveaway event
Community

As partial shutdown looms, one Latin-American business owner is prepared to weather the storm

Mayor Kenney is expected to announce a partial shutdown, pausing indoor dining. One business owner is confident her Latin-American restaurant will survive the winter.

5 years ago

President Donald Trump listens during an event on Operation Warp Speed
Politics & Policy

Trump putting democracy to the test after his loss to Biden

The U.S. has long promoted the conceit that it is the world’s beacon of democracy. Now, the most essential tool of democracy, the vote, is under attack.

5 years ago

Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz throws a pass during the first half
Community

Eagles lose 27-17 to Giants, still lead NFL’s worst division

Carson Wentz and the rest of Philadelphia’s offense were out of sync following a bye. They were 0 for 9 on third downs.

5 years ago

Philadelphians line up outside Izlas restaurant in Kensington for a free Thanksgiving turkey.
Community

North Philly turkey giveaway needed ‘now more than ever’ as pandemic rages on

Sharing Love Home Care hosted its 4th annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway near Kensington on Sunday amid the exploding coronavirus pandemic.

5 years ago

Department of Homeland Security acting Secretary Chad Wolf makes an opening statement at his confirmation hearing
Courts & Law

Judge: DHS head didn’t have authority to suspend DACA

About 650,000 people are part of DACA, which allows young immigrants who were brought to the country as children to legally work and shields them from deportation.

5 years ago

President Donald Trump arrives to speak in the Rose Garden
Politics & Policy

Trump seems to acknowledge Biden win, but he won’t concede

More than a week after Election Day, Trump has neither called Biden nor made a formal concession, and White House officials have insisted they are preparing for a second term.

5 years ago

Marijuana buds are seen in a prescription bottle
Courts & Law

N.J. weed bill on hold as social justice advocates push for ‘justice’

All that was left was to set up the marketplace for recreational marijuana. Many say they were dismayed by lawmakers’ first try at enabling legislation.

5 years ago

Supporters of President Donald Trump rally at Freedom Plaza
Politics & Policy

Violent clashes in DC after Trump backers’ election protest

A broad coalition of top government and industry officials declared that the election was “the most secure in American history,” repudiating Trump's efforts to undermine it.

5 years ago

A four mile stretch of I-95, seen here looking south through the city of Wilmington. (Courtesy of DelDOT)
Urban Planning

DelDOT preps drivers for massive overhaul of I-95 through Wilmington

Construction crews are in the final months of prep work on a project that will drastically affect traffic on I-95 through the city of Wilmington for the next two years.

5 years ago

Zuhairah McGill Artistic Director First World Theatre
Arts & Entertainment

Celebrating Philly theater artists’ advocacy in a year of pandemic-limited performance

There was not enough theater in 2020 to hold an awards ceremony, so Theatre Philadelphia will instead recognize its activists.

5 years ago

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President-elect Joe Biden speaks at The Queen theater, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Politics & Policy

Progressives look to make early mark on Biden White House

For now, much of the lobbying centers on who Biden should — or should not — appoint to key posts as he builds out the administration that will take office in January.

5 years ago

Natalie Flor Negron creates a mural titled “Ancient Roots” for the Philadelphia Chalk Festival outside the Philadelphia Brewing Company in Kensington. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

With colorful chalk, creating art, community and business opportunity

The vision was for the Fishtown-East Kensington event to be a win for businesses, artists, and the neighborhoods during the pandemic.

5 years ago

This Dec. 7, 2011 file photo shows former U.S. Defense Undersecretary Michele Flournoy, preparing for a bilateral meeting in Beijing, China. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
Politics & Policy

Biden likely to break barriers, pick woman to lead Pentagon

Michele Flournoy, a politically moderate Pentagon veteran, is regarded by U.S. officials and political insiders as a top choice for the position.

5 years ago

Supporters of President Donald Trump protest the election outside of the Clark County Election Department, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in North Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Politics & Policy

GOP leaders in 4 states quash dubious Trump bid on electors

Their comments effectively shut down a half-baked plot some Republicans floated as a last chance to keep Trump in the White House.

5 years ago

A photo montage created by Clayton Campbell
Arts & Entertainment

‘Paranoia starts to creep in’: Artists describe the pandemic’s emotional toll

The Slought Foundation in Philadelphia put out an open call for artwork reflecting the psychological effects of pandemic life.

5 years ago

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