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Homeless encampment on Ben Franklin Parkway
Community
Broke in Philly

Parkway homeless encampment grows, while talks with city, PHA go slowly

The tents have encroached on Von Colln Park’s ballfield, where kids were scheduled to start playing this week. Demands go unmet; neighbors are frustrated.

6 years ago

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Locust Walk on the University of Pennsylvania campus. (Ximena Conde/WHYY)
Keystone Crossroads
Community

‘I thought it was a hoax’: Pa. students, universities respond to Trump restrictions for international visas

A new Trump administration rule limiting online classes for international students has thrown the tens of thousands of students enrolled in Pa. universities into uncertainty.

6 years ago

Jane Matilda Bolin by Betsy Graves Reyneau
Arts & Entertainment

Historic portraits of ‘outstanding’ Black Americans featured in new online exhibit

Pieces from a 1940s collection of portraits showcasing prominent Black Americans are back on virtual display in a new exhibition by the Pearl S. Buck House.

6 years ago

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A video surfaced of Police Chief Hiel Bartlett and another officer, Patrolman Matthew Gustin, making an arrest in which some Bradford, Pa. residents say they used excessive force. (Screenshot)
Keystone Crossroads
Community

Police brutality allegations rock rural Pa. town after chief is caught on video macing handcuffed suspect

It’s a small town where people typically hold police officers in high regard, but amid national conversation about police brutality, there’s a groundswell pushing for change.

6 years ago

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Amy Kennedy
Politics & Policy

Amy Kennedy to face Jeff Van Drew in South Jersey congressional race

Educator and mental health advocate Amy Kennedy won the hotly contested Democratic primary to face Jeff Van Drew in N.J. 2nd Congressional District.

6 years ago

Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson led a protest chant, “Don’t shoot, I want to live” as residents fed up with gun violence marched through South Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

‘It’s not normal’: After violent Fourth of July weekend, South Philly residents march for change

After a violent Fourth of July weekend, South Philly residents march for change and demand investments in violence intervention programs.

6 years ago

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Politics & Policy

2020 New Jersey primary election results

The polls have closed in New Jersey. Check here for live updates on election results.

6 years ago

In this Feb. 7, 2019, file photo Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., listens during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington. At least 10 lawmakers and three congressional caucuses have ties to organizations that received federal coronavirus aid, according to government data released this week. Among businesses that received money was a dealership owned by Kelly. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)
Politics & Policy

Data: Congress created virus aid, then reaped the benefits

At least a dozen lawmakers have ties to organizations that received federal coronavirus aid, according to newly released government data.

6 years ago

A pedestrian walks past graffiti that reads
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philly landlords sue city over coronavirus-related renter protections

“You’re basically taking away money from the landlord,” argued Paul Cohen, an attorney for The Homeowners Association of Philadelphia.

6 years ago

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, speaks during a news conference at the State Department, Wednesday, July 1, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, Pool)
Politics & Policy

US notifies UN of withdrawal from World Health Organization

The pullout won’t take effect until next year, meaning it could be rescinded under a new administration or if circumstances change.

6 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)
Community

Eagles WR DeSean Jackson apologizes for anti-Semitic post

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson has apologized after backlash for sharing anti-Semitic posts on social media over the weekend.

6 years ago

A Philadelphia Police Department cruiser is seen traveling down a Philly street.
Courts & Law
The Philadelphia Tribune

Black leaders call on Philadelphia police to end stop and frisk — again

As police continue to stop and frisk Black Americans at higher rates than whites in the city, Black groups renewed demands that Mayor Kenney end the law enforcement tactic.

6 years ago

Democratic presidential candidate, former Vice President Joe Biden puts on a face mask to protect against the spread of the new coronavirus as he departs after speaking at Alexis Dupont High School in Wilmington, Del., Tuesday, June 30, 2020. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Politics & Policy

Biden wants US to produce more of its own pandemic supplies

It marked the Biden campaign's most comprehensive statements yet on how it would better equip the nation to fight the coronavirus and future pandemics and other threats.

6 years ago

The high-visibility display encircling PECO's headquarters.
Community

PECO Crown Lights go dark until fall amid system upgrades

The Crown Lights, which made their debut on July 4, 1976, were powered down Monday night.

6 years ago

Delaware health officials have ramped up testing at the Delaware beaches. (Courtesy of Delaware National Guard)
Community

Del. coronavirus recovery: Gov. Carney bristles as Delaware added to N.J., N.Y, Connecticut quarantine list

Gov. Carney is perturbed that Delaware is on the 14-day quarantine list for nearby states, saying it’s recent spike at the beach is being addressed.

6 years ago

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