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Social media, music world go dark for Black Out Tuesday
Though Black Out Tuesday was originally organized by the music community, the social media world also went dark in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
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Biden calls for police reforms, says protests are a ‘wake-up call’
In his first public appearance outside of Delaware in months, Biden said he would “seek to heal the racial wounds” in a speech from Philadelphia’s City Hall.
6 years ago
Iconic Jersey Shore venue cancels outdoor summer concert series
A venerable Asbury Park club revered for helping to launch some of New Jersey's musical legends has canceled its outdoor concert series amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Greater accountability for police action and recruitment aimed at attracting officers of color are urged by the elected officials.
6 years ago
Listen 2:03Coronavirus update: Pennsylvania issues child care reopening guidance
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services just issued a frequently asked questions guide for essential workers in need of child care as the state moves towards reopening.
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The stimulus checks are more crucial now than ever, as residents struggle to connect with the outside world amid a pandemic that is surging through their homes.
6 years ago
On unprecedented Pa. primary day, high turnout in West Philly, too-big ballots in Bucks
Amid widespread protests, looting and a global pandemic that has triggered an economic shockwave — voters will cast ballots in the Pennsylvania primary.
6 years ago
How Philly Council is showing up right now
As violence encroached, City Council pivoted to de-escalation, firefighting, and cleanups in neighborhoods scarred by recent events and deeper wounds.
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Plans to move Philly to ‘yellow’ forge ahead, despite risk of virus spread through gatherings
It will likely take a week or two to see the impact of recent gatherings, the health department says. Memorial Day effects, if any, haven’t appeared yet.
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Amid unrest, curfews and a global pandemic, Pennsylvania prepares to vote
Pennsylvania officials promise unrest and COVID-19 won’t prevent people from casting a ballot in Tuesday’s primary.
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Listen 1:48EPA’s new rule limits states’ ability to regulate pipelines under the Clean Water Act
It requires states to make decisions within a year on water quality permits related to those projects.
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Philly NAACP president talks about George Floyd protests
Rodney Muhammad, president of the Philadelphia chapter of the NAACP, talks about this past weekend of protests in response to the killing of George Floyd.
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Listen 8:12The vote goes on in Philly: Polling places in uncertain times
Voters going to the polls in the city should be mindful of disruptions caused by both widespread unrest and pandemic distancing.
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Mayor Kenney’s choice to spend city money protecting a statue honoring an opponent of desegregation known for brutal policing disturbs some at City Hall.
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