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This week’s “Things to Do” features Jewish culture celebrated virtually, an online dance party, and the return of ice skating.
6 years ago
Listen 5:48Biden chooses longtime adviser Ron Klain as chief of staff
In a statement Wednesday night, Biden suggested he chose Klain for the position because his longtime experience in Washington had prepared him for such challenges.
6 years ago
Fever, symptom screening misses many coronavirus cases
Temperature and COVID-19 symptom checks like the ones used at schools and doctor's offices have again proved inadequate for spotting coronavirus infections.
6 years ago
Hong Kong’s pro-democracy lawmakers to resign en masse
The resignation of the 15 remaining pro-democracy lawmakers will ratchet up tensions over the future of Hong Kong.
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Haverford College students end two-week strike after administrators’ ‘insensitive’ email
Many students boycotted classes after college leaders sent out an email discouraging involvement in Philly protests of Walter Wallace Jr.’s death.
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Hundreds of thousands of people face utility shutoffs as pandemic surges
As shutoffs resume, Pa. utility customers who need help paying their bills have options under the state’s Public Utility Commission regulations.
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Few legal wins so far as Trump team hunts for proof of fraud
In court, Trump's lawyers must walk a precarious line between advocating for their client and upholding their professional oath.
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N.J. attorney general quarantining after staffer tests positive
Grewal, who has no symptoms, is following federal and state health guidance and quarantining at home while officials notify everyone who may have come into contact with him.
6 years ago
Serious COVID-19 outbreak threatens hundreds at Pa. prison for medically vulnerable
In the Capitol, both Democrats and Republicans are calling for the release of ill and geriatric prisoners, but advocates fear it might already be too late.
6 years ago
CHOP researchers call for all Philly-area schools to go fully virtual
Researchers from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia say the coronavirus surge has reached critical levels. They believe schools must shutter.
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Planning, protection, and promises: Developer responds to pushback on proposed Bucks County quarry
H&K Group, which proposes a 2-pit quarry in Springfield Twp., pledged noise protection, environmental reclamation and a commitment to work with residents.
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Atlantic City’s pipe dream: 3-5 year exclusive on pot sales
Now that New Jersey voters have approved recreational marijuana, Mayor Small wants his city to be the only place in the state where it can be sold for three to five years.
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State lawsuit targets South Jersey chemical company and its predecessor
The Natural Resource Damage suit says secret replacements for "forever chemicals" may be just as toxic.
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Veterans Day in 2020: Quiet parades, somber virtual events
Cemeteries were silent as well, as many traditional ceremonies were canceled. With infections raging nationwide, several veterans homes are fighting new outbreaks.
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US deports migrant women who alleged abuse by Georgia doctor
ICE has already deported six former patients who complained about Dr. Mahendra Amin, who has been accused of operating on migrant women without their consent.
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