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Kenyatta Johnson in a council hearing
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Legislative timeline for new Sixers arena remains up in the air as lawmakers return to session

The team wants to open a new facility by 2031, but it’s unclear when the topic may come up in Philadelphia City Council.

3 days ago

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Education

‘Struggling to read’: Delaware implements early literacy plan to boost student learning outcomes

Delaware is funding efforts to boost early literacy efforts, but income and racial disparities remain.

3 days ago

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Education

Philadelphia’s school board approves $1.5B loan, ratifies teachers union contract

Due to Pennsylvania’s budget impasse, the state “is not able to issue payments" for state or federal revenue sources, said the School District of Philadelphia’s CFO.

4 days ago

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Community

Penn State to wind down WPSU after board of trustees declines transfer to WHYY

In voting down a proposal to transfer the station to WHYY, trustees expressed concern over a $17 million subsidy and wanted a commitment to hire staff.

4 days ago

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Basketballs sit on a rack on a court
Courts & Law

NCAA investigates former basketball players from 6 schools, including Temple, for sports betting violations

The NCAA's integrity program flagged unusual betting activities, including athletes betting on their own games and sharing information for betting purposes.

4 days ago

An American flag hanging
Community

Here’s how Delco plans to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary

Starting January 2026, Delaware County residents will have more than 100 events and programs to choose from.

4 days ago

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Members of Philadelphia’s police and fire departments gather
Community

Police officers, firefighters and other victims of the Sept. 11 attacks remembered at Philadelphia ceremony

The event included solemn ceremonies in remembrance of those who died in a series of terrorist attacks in 2001.

4 days ago

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Police activity near Stockton University
Education
6abc

Shooting near Stockton University may be a case of road rage; suspect in custody

Galloway Township police say the shooting happened on West Jimmie Leeds Road near the area of Redwood Avenue.

4 days ago

Law enforcement officials prepare to sweep a building
Politics & Policy

Rifle recovered in the search for Charlie Kirk’s killer as FBI releases photos of person of interest

The FBI has released photos of a person of interest in Charlie Kirk’s shooting as investigators appeal to the public for tips.

4 days ago

Nadine Menendez wearing a face mask as she walks into the courthouse
Courts & Law

Disgraced former Sen. Bob Menendez’s wife gets 4½ years in prison for role in bribery scheme

Nadine Menendez was sentenced Thursday by U.S. District Judge Sidney H. Stein after she was convicted in April of colluding with her husband, U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez.

4 days ago

an artist selling multiple painting
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Mural Arts Fest, performances from Eric Clapton and Maren Morris, Uncle Charlie’s R&B Cookout and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Sept. 11–14: A medieval-themed science fair in Delaware, more fall fun in Philly and '80s star Sheena Easton in South Jersey are among weekend highlights.

4 days ago

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A child riding around with a helme
Community

Haverford Township passes new helmet requirement for kids on e-bikes, electric scooters

Starting in January, parents of children under 16 not wearing a helmet could face $25 fines.

4 days ago

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Faheem Lea addressing State Board of Education member Jack Fornaro and Board Vice President Nedd James Johnson with his concerns about the Camden City School District during public testimony
Education

Camden residents share concerns about school budget cuts, student achievement and superintendent hiring process

During public testimony sessions, residents expressed a lack of progress and cited a decline in schools, students and resources in the Camden City School District.

5 days ago

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Students entering the school
Education

Teachers sue over Trump’s immigration crackdown, saying students are staying home

High school teachers in Pennsylvania said some students stopped showing up in the spring, fearful they would be arrested on campus.

5 days ago

A sign for Iron Hill Brewery
Community
6abc

Iron Hill Brewery closing 3 locations in the region

The three locations are in Chestnut Hill on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, Main Street in Newark, Delaware, and Voorhees, New Jersey.

5 days ago

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