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Community

Philly’s largest union representing city workers could go on strike Tuesday. Here’s what could be impacted and how the city is preparing

The union represents 9,000 blue-collar city employees ranging from sanitation workers to crossing guards.

1 year ago

David Matthau, far left, WHYY’s local Trenton New Jersey reporter
Community

Trenton residents come together for a community barbecue powered by Dodge Foundation

“For WHYY to really take a chance and really take an approach like this is important,” said Perry Shaw III, director of the Trenton Community Street Team.

1 year ago

Dwight Evans speaking at a podium at an outdoor event
Politics & Policy

Philly’s U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans says he’ll retire at end of term

Evans, who had a stroke last year, won’t leave office until 2027. His announcement will likely set off a primary scramble to find his successor.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia City Hall in Philadelphia, Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.
Community

Philly’s blue-collar union says it will strike at midnight if there’s no deal struck. Here’s what you need to know

AFSCME DC33, which represents Philly’s blue-collar workers, is vowing to strike at midnight if there isn’t an agreement with the city.

1 year ago

Nicole Sweeney on the mic at the station’s studio
Arts & Entertainment

Nicole Sweeney brings her national jazz journey back to Philly’s WRTI, where it all began

Nicole Sweeney brings her signature storytelling and soulful presence to Evening Jazz at WRTI, connecting Philly listeners to jazz’s rich legacy.

1 year ago

a HomeWorks Trenton dorm mom and two executives look at a book showing the future home of the organization
Education

HomeWorks Trenton in New Jersey offers teen girls in public schools academic support and boarding school experience

A non-profit group is offering Trenton, New Jersey, high school girls advanced classes in math, English and leadership.

1 year ago

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An actor on stage during a performance
Arts & Entertainment

5 years after the COVID-19 pandemic forced theater closures, Philly companies look to each other to find a new normal

In response to a post-COVID economy, Philly theater companies are learning how to collaborate for the long term.

1 year ago

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Heather Deegan Hires and Ralph Hunter
Community

Atlantic City’s Ralph Hunter envisions new Black history museum in town

The 87-year-old Atlantic City resident said he will be knocking on doors to raise $100,000 for the museum.

1 year ago

inside the Constitution Center
Community

Philly’s Chestnut Hill neighborhood cancels Wheels in the Windows event, ‘dreaming for something really big for 2026’

With July Fourth falling on a Friday this year, many local businesses are closing up shop. Neighborhood leaders say they will redirect efforts to the 2026 celebration.

1 year ago

An explosion and fire in Nicetown early Sunday morning
Community
6abc

Philadelphia explosion levels homes, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured in Nicetown

Two women who lived in one of the adjacent homes were injured when the collapse happened.

1 year ago

Carla Hayden, 14th Librarian of Congress, spoke with Ashley Jordan, president and CEO of the African American Museum in Philadelphia, at an event at the Free Library of Philadelphia Central Branch on June 28, 2025. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

Carla Hayden, former Librarian of Congress, speaks on her dismissal, the future of libraries at Philadelphia event

Hayden, both the first woman and first Black person to head the Library of Congress, was fired by President Donald Trump in May.

1 year ago

Listen 1:17
the intersection of Baltimore Avenue, Cobbs Creek Parkway and 58th Street
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month

Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.

1 year ago

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A Jen Hintz Eggers painting on a wall at the Mezzanine Gallery
Arts & Entertainment

‘Seeds of Life’: The art of caregiving pulses through every brushstroke in Jen Hintz Eggers’ new exhibition

A Delaware native turned to art during the early, difficult stages of motherhood. Her work is on view at Wilmington's Mezzanine Gallery.

1 year ago

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Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-N.J.
Politics & Policy

Democrats wrestle with how to conduct oversight as Trump officials crack down

Federal prosecutors say N.J. Rep. McIver interfered with law enforcement during an ICE facility visit. It's not the only clash between Democrats and the Trump administration.

1 year ago

A pregnant U.S. citizen stands at a protest for birthright citizenship
Courts & Law

What’s next for birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court’s ruling

The legal battle over President Trump’s move to end birthright citizenship is not over, despite the administration’s victory Friday limiting nationwide injunctions.

1 year ago

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