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Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center targeted in alleged arson attempt
CAIR-Philadelphia has called on investigators to “pursue every available lead” after an attempted arson damaged the mosque.
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New Jersey heat wave: 29 people died amid dangerous temps, officials say
Many of the victims lived in homes without air conditioning, according to state officials.
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Kitchen, who became the second Black woman elected to the Pennsylvania state Senate, leaves behind a legacy of public service, mentorship and advocacy.
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Listen 1:16A rare Keith Haring mural in Point Breeze may join Philly’s historic register
The “We the Youth” artwork revives a long-running debate among preservationists over whether murals should be protected as historic landmarks.
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Listen 0:54The state Senate amendment capped monetary damages, prompting criticism that it was helping insurance companies, not victims.
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Listen 1:02No more ‘wiggling out’ of disclosing free trips overseas for Delaware lawmakers
Legislators moved swiftly to change a law after a WHYY News investigation revealed that none had disclosed free trips to Taiwan dating back to 2010.
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Listen 2:22EMR sued Camden after the city suspended the company’s junkyard license following its latest fire.
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Rehoboth Beach biathlon honors lifeguard Dave Reynolds’ legacy
The Dave Reynolds Memorial Biathlon brings lifeguards, families and community members together in a holiday weekend tradition.
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Listen 1:10Pa. residents revive colonial-era practice by growing a ‘square yard’ of flax
The PA Flax Project promotes the revitalization of the industry as a climate-friendly crop that could be used to make the sustainable plant-based fiber linen.
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Listen 1:01Pedestrian, cyclist deaths make up larger share of Philadelphia’s traffic fatalities
As Philadelphia’s crash deaths move closer to pre-pandemic levels, pedestrians and cyclists are making up a growing share of fatalities on city streets.
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The exhibit remains half-restored as local leaders consider their next moves after a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration.
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Listen 1:25After days of oppressive heat, thunderstorms cut Philly’s July 4th concert short
After storms forced attendees to evacuate, the concert resumed around midnight with a shortened performance by The Roots, followed by fireworks.
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Listen 0:55Paraguay and France fans come together for Philly’s final World Cup game
Excited and anxious, Paraguayan-Americans held out hope for another underdog win.
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France shines in Philly’s World Cup finale for another sell out crowd
Philly’s role as World Cup host has come to an end with a dominant performance by France on a scorching Fourth of July afternoon.
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Patriotic Pet Parade at Betsy Ross House in Old City celebrates America’s 250th birthday
The competition boasted 22 pets donning a range of red, white and blue attire.
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