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About 50,000 low-income Philadelphians could get their city wage taxes back, but few apply
The average income-based wage tax refund for eligible Philadelphia workers is between $300 and $400, but less than 1% of residents apply for it.
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Taylor Hospital to lose home care and hospice units, union says
A spokesperson for the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals says approximately 25 employees will lose their jobs.
1 year ago
Local politicians, transit workers and everyday riders expressed concern over the proposed cuts and called for more funding to cash-strapped SEPTA.
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Philly’s favorite boxer ‘Boots’ Ennis is bringing a big-time bout back to Atlantic City
The 27-year-old Ennis has won seven straight fights overall and made three straight successful title defense since he defeated Ukrainian fighter Karen Chukhadzhian in 2023.
1 year ago
U.S. says it needs more time to provide information on mistakenly deported Maryland man
Lawyers for the Trump administration say they’re unable to provide information on the location and status of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported.
1 year ago
Fire that swept through New Jersey neighborhood, killing 2 girls, apparently started in their home
Authorities said Friday that the cause of the fire in Millville doesn't appear to be suspicious. The blaze burned six homes and took several hours to bring under control.
1 year ago
Federal judge refuses to dismiss Central Park Five’s defamation case against President Trump
The five men accused Trump of making “false and defamatory statements” about them during last year's presidential debate in Philadelphia.
1 year ago
The state's top federal prosecutor is investigating Gov. Murphy and AG Platkin over an order to local law enforcement to not help federal agents with immigration policing.
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Philly health officials report second case of measles, warn of possible exposures in 2 locations
This is the city’s second case of measles so far this year. Neither of the cases are connected to ongoing larger outbreaks in western states.
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Philly may lose federal dollars to protect drinking water, shifting the costs to ratepayers
FEMA is ending a grant program expected to help prevent basement flooding in Northern Liberties, South Kensington and Ludlow. Ratepayers could be on the hook for the projects.
1 year ago
Penn program offers artificial intelligence training to Philadelphia school district teachers
The PASS program is funded by a foundation supporting the integration of arts and technology into education.
1 year ago
Listen 0:52The U.S. Education Department’s Office of Civil Rights says federal funding is a privilege, not a right.
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Lobbyists attended and paid for the conferences. Attorney General Kathy Jennings got free flights, hotel rooms, meals, side trips and pampering, but didn’t disclose gifts.
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U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis’ order comes after the Supreme Court said the administration must work to bring back the Maryland man, who was sent to a prison in El Salvador.
1 year ago
Delaware Gov. Meyer takes on Trump administration amid federal financial uncertainties
Delaware Gov. Meyer proposed adding tax brackets and raising fees to add new revenue to the state.
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