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Black bird watchers draw attention to racial issues outdoors
The Amy Cooper video in Central Park has brought attention to how the great outdoors can be far from great for Black people.
6 years ago
Broke in Philly
Summer arrives and Philly heat plan is still work-in-progress
A plan for cooling centers, which in the past included libraries and swimming pools, has not yet been finalized. Pools will not open this year and libraries remain closed.
6 years ago
The Notebook
Long-time elementary teacher prepares for seeing her students in person again
From hand-washing schedules to spare masks, Mattie Davis is has started getting ready for an unusual back to school season.
6 years ago
Del. coronavirus recovery: New review uncovers 67 additional COVID-19 related death
A review of death certificates found 67 deaths related to the coronavirus that had not been reported to the Division of Public Health.
6 years ago
‘They’re peaceful’: Pa. State Police release dashcam video from I-676 protest tear-gassing
The footage contradicts officials’ claim that troopers were in danger, and includes audio of police saying the demonstrators were “peaceful.”
6 years ago
Kids-for-cash judge released from prison over virus concerns
Michael Conahan was sent home from the Federal Correctional Institution in Miami on a 30-day furlough that could lead to home confinement for the rest of his sentence.
6 years ago
Racist social media posts inspire Lower Merion parent to call for anti-hate training in schools
Jennifer Lynn talks with Andrea Gosfield, who calls for a more racially equitable district after her son showed her racist social media posts by schoolmates.
6 years ago
Listen 7:09
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Amusement parks to reopen; state reaches deal with CWA
These are the latest businesses given the OK to reopen, just in time for the Independence Day weekend.
6 years ago
Shore town ends public booze consumption measure
With the resumption of outdoor dining, the town's mayor said that open alcohol consumption is over.
6 years ago
Dozens of ‘defund-the-police’ protesters arrested for occupying Municipal Services Building
The group occupied the Municipal Services Building, which has been closed to the public during the pandemic, to demand a $120M police budget cut.
6 years ago
Ocean City, N.J. cancels July 4 fireworks, ‘Night in Venice’ boat parade
"The health and safety of everybody who loves Ocean City will always be our top priority," Mayor Jay Gillian said in a statement.
6 years ago
Bill Cosby appeal will test scope of #MeToo prosecutions
The Supreme Court has agreed to review two aspects of the case that Cosby's lawyers challenged on appeal.
6 years ago
NJ Spotlight
Another shot at addressing N.J.’s crisis of lead in drinking water
Lead is a top topic at the inaugural meeting of Assembly special committee; finding the funds to deal with it remains a chief sticking point.
6 years ago
Borgata reopening July 6; invited guests can come July 2
Unless you get a special invitation, you won't be able to get inside Atlantic City's top casino until July 6.
6 years ago
Surging U.S. virus cases raise fear that progress is slipping
There's concern that hard-won progress against the scourge is slipping away because of resistance among many Americans to wearing masks and keeping their distance from others.
6 years ago