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modern Dentist's chair in a medical room
Science

New Jersey dentists advocate for fluoridated water as debate over the chemical continues

New Jersey has one of the lowest fluoridation rates in the U.S. Only about 16% of New Jersey residents have fluoridated water, compared to the national average of about 75%.

1 year ago

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The aftermath of the plane crash
Community

7 killed, at least 22 injured in fiery Northeast Philly plane crash; city stresses residents call 911 to report debris

The plane fell from the sky and exploded into a fireball in a heavily populated residential neighborhood near the Roosevelt Mall.

1 year ago

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Three ICE agents outside a building
Education

Camden schools brace for potential ICE operations

The school district will host an online workshop to teach families about their rights, as the Trump Administration authorizes immigration enforcement at schools.

1 year ago

Windmills across a field in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Science

Shell pauses N.J. offshore wind project as industry faces ‘high level of uncertainty’

The Atlantic Shores wind project was expected to start construction this year. The remaining developer says it’s still committed.

1 year ago

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Trump on Air Force One
Politics & Policy

White House says Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China will come Saturday. No word on exemptions

Trump had been threatening the tariffs to ensure greater cooperation on stopping illegal immigration and the smuggling of chemicals used for fentanyl.

1 year ago

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney leads a cheer holding the Lombardi trophy with a group of people reaching for it
Arts & Entertainment

Kansas City Ballet kicks off Super Bowl dance smackdown against Philadelphia Ballet

As Super Bowl fever ramps up, ballet companies from Kansas City and Philadelphia are preparing to battle it out online.

1 year ago

Two child ice skaters stand beside a coach in Kansas
Community

‘Unimaginable loss’: Delaware ice skating community mourns 5 lives lost in D.C. plane crash

Coach Sasha Kirsanov joined 11-year-old skaters Sean Kay and Angela Yang, and their moms, in Kansas. All five died in the midair collision.

1 year ago

Sign for Crozer Health
Health

Prospect intends to sell Crozer Health to a ‘not-for-profit consortium of healthcare operators’

Prospect Medical Holdings did not identify which parties would be a part of the consortium looking to take over the distressed Crozer Health system in Delaware County.

1 year ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania governor seeks more money for schools and transit, but relies heavily on surplus cash

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s spending proposal requests $51.5 billion for the 2025-2026 fiscal year beginning July 1, or 9% more.

1 year ago

State Sen. Sharif Street
Community

Philly immigrant groups call for general strike on Super Bowl Sunday in protest of Trump admin policies

The strike is part of a “Week of Action” running through Valentine's Day in Philadelphia to show the value of immigrants.

1 year ago

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wreckage from the plane crash in the river
Community

Boats return to the Potomac River for DC plane crash recovery and investigation

Among the victims were elite skaters who skated with clubs in Philadelphia and Aston and at the University of Delaware. A Delaware coach is also among the victims.

1 year ago

Miss Amber Kiley and her students
Community
6abc

Philly 2nd-grade class keeps track of Saquon Barkley’s rushing yards in math class

Eagles star Saquon Barkley has had an unforgettable season with more than 2,000 rushing yards. A 2nd-grade math teacher has turned Barkley's success into a class lesson.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni, left, and quarterback Jalen Hurts
Community

Jalen Hurts is a prolific winner but the ultimate victory awaits

Hurts has been criticized throughout his career but numbers don’t lie and Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is right. Hurts is a winner.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley
Community

Saquon Barkley could be latest in line of free agents who helped deliver Super Bowl titles

Barkley posted one of the most prolific seasons ever for a running back after signing a $37.75 million, three-year contract in March.

1 year ago

Postcards sent to presidents sit on display
Arts & Entertainment

After 21 years of ‘radical listening,’ the voice of the public is on view at Philly’s Free Library

For two decades, Sheryl Oring has taken dictation from the public by typing postcards to five White House administrations.

1 year ago

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