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Contact tracing for COVID-19 starts on a small scale in Philly
The practice is considered key to reopening society. Some volunteers at the University of Pennsylvania have begun the laborious process.
6 years ago
Inside the tug-of-war over Pennsylvania’s strict business closure list
Pennsylvania has closed businesses more aggressively than many nearby states. Democrats mostly agree with the approach, Republicans don’t.
6 years ago
‘Work hard and quick, but be careful’: Rushing to create a coronavirus vaccine
Despite the challenges, there are many candidates to be the vaccine that knocks out the coronavirus. But are they all equally promising?
6 years ago
Pedestrian deaths on the rise in Philadelphia
2020 is shaping up to be a dangerous year for people walking near moving traffic with city crash data showing a startling 88% spike in pedestrian deaths.
6 years ago
As we enter another week of self-isolation and social distancing, here's our latest Things To Do in the Philadelphia region, online edition.
6 years ago
Listen 3:56Protesters urge Gov. Carney to reopen Delaware ‘in a safe, logical manner’
About 20 demonstrators gathered in Dover across from Legislative Hall. A few wore masks. Many did not maintain the recommended six-foot physical distance from each other.
6 years ago
Straight-line winds, not a tornado, caused damage at Jersey Shore, NWS says
A tornado was not responsible for the damage inflicted in an Ocean County municipality Tuesday, weather officials say.
6 years ago
What’s holding up coronavirus testing? Lack of necessary chemicals and lab equipment
Researchers say the U.S. needs to test at least 500,000 people a day. But labs and health systems have to share what’s required to perform the tests.
6 years ago
Listen 1:33Happy Earth Week: Philly delays plastic bag ban due to coronavirus
The bag ban’s July start date is “no longer realistic,” Mayor Jim Kenney said. He made the announcement on Earth Day — poor timing, he acknowledged.
6 years ago
New air quality report claims climate change will make it harder to protect health
The newest ALA report shows some progress in Pennsylvania, but challenges remain.
6 years ago
They’re back and hungry! First spotted lanternfly nymph found in Philadelphia
Pa. confirmed this spring’s first hatch of a spotted lanternfly nymph in West Philly on Tuesday, prompting calls for residents to take action.
6 years ago
SEPTA union cancels ‘job action’ as negotiations continue over coronavirus protections
A union action could significantly disrupt transit service on Thursday. SEPTA employees are demanding coronavirus victim benefits and increased safety measures.
6 years ago
Coronavirus update: Murphy corrects prosecutor, calls McConnell ‘utterly irresponsible’
The New Jersey governor on Wednesday clarified COVID-19 testing protocols and called on federal lawmakers to help states “in their most profound hour of need.”
6 years ago
Social distance dating isn’t as bad as it sounds
Kathleen Poliski never thought she’d have a first date with someone she never met. But has social distancing changed the rules to dating?
6 years ago
Coronavirus brings PPE waste, clearer skies, and nostalgia for Philly’s first Earth Day 50 years ago
StateImpact Pennsylvania reporter Susan Phillips talks to Morning Edition host Jennifer Lynn about COVID-19 waste and the first Earth Day in Philly.
6 years ago
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