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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.

6 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.

6 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.

6 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.

6 years ago

Listen 1:38
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.

6 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.

6 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.

6 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.

6 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.

6 years ago

Roger 'Texas' Brown, 62, stands outside his home in the Frankford neighborhood Nov. 12, 2020. (Taylor Allen/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Why Frankford residents supported Rite Aid’s plea to demolish a neighborhood icon

The Historical Commission unanimously approved Rite Aid’s plan to demolish the midcentury modern Penn Fruit landmark.

6 years ago

A Norfolk Southern freight train hauling coal makes it way through downtown Pittsburgh Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017. A plan introduced Nov. 12, 2020 proposes $600 billion in investment to help Appalachia transition from fossil fuels to greener energy sources. (Gene J. Puskar / AP Photo)
Politics & Policy
StateImpact Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh mayor touts ‘Marshall Plan’ for Appalachia, a proposed $600B for transition from fossil fuels to greener energy

The plan calls for $600 billion in investments over 10 years in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky, to fund renewable and energy efficiency projects.

6 years ago

Coronavirus test
Health

Philly to announce new COVID-19 restrictions Monday, likely a ban on indoor dining

The Public Health Dept. says details are being finalized. According to a draft obtained by WHYY, the restrictions likely will include a ban on indoor dining.

6 years ago

Center City Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly vows to slow rising traffic fatality rate with more speed enforcement — and bikes

Announced as traffic fatality rates soar to historic levels, Philadelphia’s latest Vision Zero plan hinges on changing drivers’ behavior.

6 years ago

Bottles of medicine ride on a belt at the Express Scripts mail-in pharmacy warehouse, Tuesday, July 10, 2018, in Florence, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Politics & Policy

Biden has room on health care, though limited by Congress

Biden could nudge legislation to curb surprise medical bills over the finish line.

6 years ago

(Amanda Berg for Spotlight PA)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Meet Pennsylvania’s Electoral College voters: Everything they can — and can’t — do

Electors in Pennsylvania are traditionally party loyalists, although there's no rule preventing them from going rogue.

6 years ago

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