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Why the head of the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium decided to get vaccinated
Dr. Ala Stanford has had the virus and thought she’d wait for natural antibodies to protect her. But she realized others would only see what she wasn’t doing.
6 years ago
Justices turn down request to replace Abu-Jamal prosecutors
A divided court denied the request by Maureen Faulkner, the widow of slain Officer Daniel Faulkner, to disqualify the Philly DA's from continuing to work on the matter.
6 years ago
Sleet, icing, snow: Parts of Pa. see biggest December snowfall in years, says state meteorologist
Pennsylvania’s top meteorologist says Wednesday’s winter storm is a big one for parts of the commonwealth.
6 years ago
PennDOT, PA Turnpike: Road restrictions in response to winter snow storm
To keep up with the latest information as the storm progresses, follow 511PA via its traveler information website and mapping tool.
6 years ago
SEPTA malware attack busted automated rider counters used to stop transit crowding
The automatic passenger counting system that checks SEPTA buses and trolleys for overcrowding remains inactive about four months after the malware attack.
6 years ago
Hite added that a return to in-person learning is not contingent on teachers getting vaccinated.
6 years ago
Philadelphia teachers next for vaccine, after health care workers and nursing home residents
There have been 81,708 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Philadelphia, including 1,223 new cases recorded Tuesday, according to the health department.
6 years ago
New Jersey declares State of Emergency, braces for first snowfall of the season
The New Jersey Department of Transportation has issued a commercial vehicle ban on seven interstate highways starting at 1 p.m.
6 years ago
Delaware frontline workers debate whether to get COVID-19 vaccine
Delaware has begun giving out shots from its first batch of about 9,000 vaccine doses. The general public will likely have to wait until March.
6 years ago
New Philly initiative seeks to increase convictions for gun-related crimes
The city has struggled to secure convictions for non-fatal shootings and illegal gun possession. A new collaboration seeks to change that.
6 years ago
Staff is “running out of gas” at Torrance State Hospital, where federal inspectors said short-staffing created safety risks in 2018 and 2019.
6 years ago
No snow day for Philadelphia students, despite a storm and fond wishes
The district — which is not the only one taking a no snow day stance — is standing firm.
6 years ago
As we bid farewell to 2020, tell us your story of good news from this year
From professional or personal accomplishments, to taking leaps of faith, to successfully baking that sourdough. What are some happier moments you’ll remember in 2020?
6 years ago
This winter storm is going to be very different depending on your neighborhood
A nor'easter is nearing the Philadelphia region, and its impacts should vary greatly from neighborhood to neighborhood.
6 years ago
‘We knew it was inevitable’: Pa. child care centers wrestle with COVID surge
Providers are struggling as they navigate how to stay afloat financially while keeping the children they serve and their staffs safe.
6 years ago
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