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Democrats delay nominating convention until week of Aug. 17
The Democratic National Committee is delaying its presidential nominating convention after prospective nominee Joe Biden said it would be possible to hold it in July.
6 years ago
No-visitor coronavirus policies separate kids in residential treatment from families
Intended to protect the physical health of young patients at behavioral facilities, the guidelines can exact a toll on their mental health, too.
6 years ago
In one of the quickest meetings in Philadelphia City Council history, members approved $85.4 million in emergency funding to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 years ago
Nissan recalls over 250K vehicles to replace Takata air bags
Nissan is recalling more than a quarter-million SUVs, trucks and vans worldwide to replace potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators.
6 years ago
Coronavirus update: N.J. unemployment claims hit record high. Again.
Nearly 10 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits in the past two weeks.
6 years ago
Coronavirus update: Delaware issues more stringent COVID-19 restrictions
The latest update to the state of emergency orders businesses to take more steps to enforce social distancing at the workplace.
6 years ago
Essay: Homeschooling reminds me why I didn’t go into teaching
April Hall, a busy magazine editor, has added “homeschool teacher” to her workload. The results have been mixed.
6 years ago
‘Just insanity’: Closed Pa. businesses cry foul as competitors snag waivers to reopen
The Wolf administration faces mounting public criticism from lawmakers in the GOP over its handling of the COVID-19 shutdown and its effect on businesses.
6 years ago
Listen 2:44Delaware’s chief defender urges state to release some prisoners to prevent COVID-19 spread
Delaware’s Chief Public Defender is urging officials to release some people in state prisons as part of its response to the coronavirus pandemic.
6 years ago
Choirs make the most of virtual rehearsals during coronavirus pandemic
Singing together can be fatal during the COVID-19 outbreak. Choral groups find ways to stay together while staying at home.
6 years ago
Listen 3:40Do something good for Philly: Order #LatinoTakeout this weekend
Latinx workers and businesses are projected to be disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. A Philly group wants to help by helping you eat well.
6 years ago
Cheesecake Factory is getting a COVID-19 pass on rent. Should Pa. help all renters?
Many businesses in Pa. aren't paying April rent thanks to a provision common in commercial leases. Should the same protection apply to everyone?
6 years ago
Streaming Montreux, Passover online, virtual Disney and Questlove at home in this week’s “Things to Do”
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Should we order in tonight? Questions about food safety in the time of coronavirus
Many of us worry: Do we need to sanitize groceries, stop ordering takeout? Probably not, as grocery stores and restaurants increase safety efforts.
6 years ago
Penn, Jefferson expand at-home cancer treatments during COVID-19 pandemic
People are trying to follow social distancing guidelines, so health systems are trying out bringing cancer treatments to their patients’ homes.
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