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Developer who wants to turn Sigma Studios into condos wins delay at Historical Commission
In addition to hosting Stevie Wonder and David Bowie, Sigma Studios is where Philadelphia International Records – the Gamble, Huff, and Bell label – got its start.
6 years ago
‘Pandemic changed nothing’: Manufacturing workers voice concerns over COVID safety
Employee concerns highlight the struggle taking place in workplaces across America, where companies are debating how much to invest in retrofitting their workspaces.
6 years ago
‘Deplorable’ conditions at Philly high school caused by rushed construction, report says
An investigation found that the School District of Philadelphia cut corners on a flagship construction project at one of its high schools.
6 years ago
‘Mad or nah?’: Philly residents react to the chaos at USPS
Tamara Russell aka Revive P.O.C hits the streets of Philadelphia to see how residents feel about the growing controversy of mail-in ballots and post office funding.
6 years ago
Listen 4:30Putting Planet Fitness membership on hold amid COVID-19 becomes ‘silly’ ordeal for Del. woman
Trebs Thompson just wanted the gym to freeze her account until she decides it's safe to work out again. Planet Fitness put up roadblocks, but relented after WHYY inquired.
6 years ago
Listen 1:53A decades-old law is shielding the Wolf administration from scrutiny of its coronavirus response
Pa. is denying journalists' requests for COVID-19 data and records using a law authored in the heyday of syphilis.
6 years ago
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Trump campaign, GOP sues to block vote-by-mail; Murphy says ‘bring it on’
The state GOP hooks up with national counterparts and the Trump campaign to undo Murphy’s executive order calling for an all-mail November election.
6 years ago
Pastor’s lawyers eye deposing Carney over coronavirus restrictions
Carney in March ordered worship services be limited to no more than 10 people, a restriction he did not impose at the time on more than 230 other businesses deemed essential.
6 years ago
Man, woman charged with attacking teen Sesame Place worker in face mask dispute
The teen Sesame Place worker suffered a broken jaw and teeth injuries. Two Bronx residents are accused of attacking him.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania, Washington lead lawsuits over postal changes
USPS chief DeJoy said he would suspend the closure of mail processing facilities. AGs Shapiro and Ferguson said they would keep the suit to make sure his promises are kept.
6 years ago
New Jersey movie theaters will remain closed, federal judge says
The decision upholds Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order that kept theaters closed even as other public places were allowed to reopen.
6 years ago
Three Pennsylvania ‘rising stars’ speak during the DNC’s second night
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb, and state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta spoke at the DNC, pitching Biden as a reliable choice for Pa. voters.
6 years ago
Colleges grapple with coronavirus as students return
In the past few days alone, college students at schools in North Carolina, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Vermont, Kansas, Colorado and at the Air Force Academy have tested positive.
6 years ago
As demonstrations slow, activists inspired by George Floyd protests pivot to take on the bureaucracy
Racial justice advocates are still pushing for concrete change in cities like Lebanon, Pa. — in the now-virtual halls of local government.
6 years ago
Listen 5:35Less traffic, less risk: Zamar Jones’ neighbors pitch speed bumps as a violence deterrent
Following the fatal shooting of 7-year-old Zamar Jones, a West Philly block’s request for speed bumps is getting another look by the city.
6 years ago
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