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Kelvin A. Jeremia looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Housing Authority to preserve and build 20K affordable units under new ‘Opening Doors’ initiative

The $6.3 billion plan is designed to help address Philadelphia's deepening affordable housing crisis.

1 year ago

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Francis Davis
Community
NPR

Francis Davis, a figurehead of jazz criticism, has died

The distinguished jazz critic Francis Davis, husband of "Fresh Air" host and co-executive producer Terry Gross, died on Monday at his home in Philadelphia at 78.

1 year ago

This photo taken with a drone shows portions of a Norfolk Southern freight train that derailed Feb. 3, in East Palestine, Ohio, are still on fire on Feb. 4, 2023.(AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Education

Bucks County Community College to launch railroad safety training program in 2026

The 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, motivated college administrators to establish the program.

1 year ago

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A cannibis plant
Politics & Policy

‘Butt out’: Legislation easing zoning rules for Del. marijuana stores passes state Senate despite concerns over local control

Some state senators complained that the state of Delaware was removing local control from counties.

1 year ago

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residents sitting, one holding a paper docket reading PLAYING IT SAFE IN THE 8TH!
Community

East Germantown residents demand action after series of shootings

State Rep. Andre D. Carroll, D-Philadelphia, joined other state, city and community leaders to discuss solutions to keep communities safe.

1 year ago

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People are held in detention wearing white clothes in an El Salvadoran prison
Courts & Law

Judge finds probable cause to hold Trump administration in contempt for violating deportation order

The judge warned he could hold hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution if the administration does not take action to remedy the violation.

1 year ago

New Jersey Transit train
Community

New Jersey Transit train engineers reject labor deal with management

The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen union says the deal was rejected by an 87% margin.

1 year ago

two workers look at the manufacturing line
Community

Go inside the Pennsylvania factory where Peeps are made

Millions of the candies are made daily in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Some say an Easter basket isn’t complete without Peeps, while others deride them as being indestructible.

1 year ago

A large suburban home shown in the winter
Courts & Law

Member of cultlike Zizian group, a Delco native, says she did not kill her parents

Michelle Zajko’s denial was part of a 20-page handwritten “Open Letter to the World” her attorney provided to The Associated Press on Tuesday.

1 year ago

Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Community

Arson attack probe at Pennsylvania governor’s mansion looking into suspect’s hatred of Josh Shapiro

Authorities investigating why a man set fire to Shapiro’s home are probing whether the suspect targeted him because of his Jewish faith or positions on Israel’s war in Gaza.

1 year ago

Kevin Hensley
Courts & Law

Delaware lawmaker gets probation for DUI crash. It was his second alcohol-related driving offense

State Rep. Hensley avoided a harsher penalty because his other offense was more than 10 years ago. The legislator says he’s on a “recovery journey.”

1 year ago

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peacock topiary
Arts & Entertainment

Peacocks and giraffes and snails, Oh my! Philly zoo installs plant-based sculptures of giant animals

The five “ZOOtopiaries” drive home the connections between plants and animals.

1 year ago

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Homes near downtown Wilmington.
Money

Regulations on short-term rentals or rent control could help solve Wilmington’s affordable housing crisis, advocates say

Short-term rentals in Wilmington are in the crosshairs as city officials work to solve the affordable housing crisis.

1 year ago

Rowhouses in Wilmington
Community

Delaware’s aging population, shrinking workforce and rising costs signals a pivotal economic shift, report warns

Delaware's population has grown 21% since 2006, but with a 92% rise in retirees and falling birth rates, the state chamber calls for action.

1 year ago

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School bus with camera
Education

Program places cameras on Philly buses to record motorists who illegally pass

Each year, there are about 43 million such violations nationwide, according to a 2024 survey by the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services.

1 year ago

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