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Tough questioning at hearing on Pa. ban of Medicaid funding for abortion
Lawyers argued whether the law violates of the state constitution’s Equal Rights Amendment or reflects just one sex-specific issue Medicaid does not cover.
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White woman charged in racist NYC run-in made a 2nd 911 call
Amy Cooper drew condemnation and was fired from her job after frantically calling 911 to claim she was being threatened by “an African American man," Christian Cooper.
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Philadelphia Housing Authority breaks ground on $52 million Sharswood Ridge development
After months of delay caused by a protest encampment and years of anticipation, PHA broke ground on retail and housing set to create hundreds of jobs.
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First lady: Son Barron had coronavirus, but no symptoms
The White House initially said he had tested negative, after both of his parents tested positive earlier this month.
6 years ago
Earth breaks September heat record, may reach warmest year
Earth sweltered to a record hot September last month, with climate officials saying there’s nearly a two-to-one chance that 2020 will end up as the hottest year on record.
6 years ago
Will my ballot get counted? How the Supreme Court decision impacts voting in Pa.
A pair of GOP court challenges have had Pa. voters wondering whether their mail ballots will be counted. Here’s what you need to know.
6 years ago
Pa. has more than 1,000 COVID-19 cases for ninth day in a row
Pennsylvania health officials say they’re prepared to handle a resurgence of COVID-19 in the fall.
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Currently, the district does not have a time frame for resuming face-to-face instruction for students in grades 3-10, and 11-12.
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Philly FOP sues over City Council hearings on proposed contracts
Philadelphia police union wants to keep their bargaining efforts private and are against hearings on city proposals with public input.
6 years ago
Prosecutor says police justified in fatal Lancaster shooting
The officer acted appropriately last month in shooting to death a Lancaster man who was wielding a knife at the officer and chasing him after his sister called 911 for help.
6 years ago
‘Don’t want you coming in’: Springfield, Bucks County, residents push back on proposed quarry
A second hearing on the proposed two-pit quarry in Springfield Township brought appeals, explanations and musical interludes — not necessarily in that order.
6 years ago
Needle exchange programs need to expand, lawmakers say
Bill would create ‘harm reduction’ sites, allow state more control on placement.
6 years ago
Philly sues e-cigarette company JUUL over vaping ‘epidemic’ among young people
Philadelphia is suing the San Francisco-based e-cigarette manufacturer, alleging the company used deceptive marketing to get young people hooked.
6 years ago
Barrett skips past Democrats’ pressing questions
Senators are digging deeper into the conservative judge’s outlook on abortion, health care and a potentially disputed presidential election.
6 years ago
Carney’s GOP challenger says Delaware COVID-19 shutdown based on fear
Republican Julianne Murray said Delaware needs to step back from coronavirus fear in her challenge to incumbent Gov. John Carney.
6 years ago
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