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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.
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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 7:09N.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
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.
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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
The future is uncertain for stateless people like me
Karina Clough, a stateless person and a DACA recipient under final removal proceedings, wants meaningful immigration reform. And she and others want it now.
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