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Health

Philadelphia opens first urgent care walk-in clinic for mental health needs

The clinic is funded by the city and officially opens to patients beginning September 3. It will not provide emergency crisis services.

10 months ago

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Tim Walz speaking at a table
Politics & Policy

4 reasons why labor unions love Tim Walz

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers noted that Walz, a former teacher, understands the struggles of working people.

10 months ago

JD Vance speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Republican VP nominee JD Vance visits South Philly in first Pa. campaign stop

The Ohio Senator attacked the vice president’s record hours ahead of her rally at Temple University’s Liacouras Center.

10 months ago

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people walking in a long-term care facility
Health

High temps can make people with dementia irritable, confused, and uncomfortable. What to know

People with Alzheimer’s disease or other conditions that cause cognitive decline can struggle to say they are hot during extreme heat, so caregivers must watch for changes.

10 months ago

Tim Walz
Politics & Policy

What polling shows about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Harris’ new running mate

Harris is hoping Walz will strengthen the Democratic ticket in Midwestern states and among working-class voters.

10 months ago

Tim Walz laughing
Politics & Policy

5 things to know about Tim Walz

Here are some things to know about Vice President Kamala Harris' pick for her running mate.

10 months ago

Harris and Walz and Philly
Politics & Policy

Harris introduces new running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the ‘vice president America deserves’

After Tuesday's day trip to Pa., Harris and her running mate will spend the next five days flying thousands of miles around the country, touring critical battleground states.

10 months ago

Vice President Kamala Harris arrives to speak during a campaign rally, July 30, 2024, in Atlanta.
Politics & Policy

Kamala Harris is now Democratic presidential nominee, will face off against Donald Trump this fall

More Democrats say they are satisfied with her candidacy compared with that of Biden, energizing a party that had been resigned to the 81-year-old Biden being its nominee.

10 months ago

Yordan Yordanov
Community

Exchange visitors have returned to work at the Jersey Shore at pre-pandemic levels

A staple of resort towns, exchange visitors are again working along the Jersey Shore, taking in American culture and sharing theirs.

10 months ago

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People in the gallery
Arts & Entertainment

Barnes Foundation and St. Joe’s University launch a degree program together

The unique collaboration will leverage the Barnes’ art holdings and St. Joe’s University teaching resources.

10 months ago

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Dr. Ala Stanford stands in front of a health clinic with her arms crossed
Health

Philadelphia physician Dr. Ala Stanford publishes memoir on overcoming adversity and the health care system

The pediatric surgeon founded the Black Doctors Consortium and worked as a regional health director under the Biden administration.

10 months ago

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Elon Musk
Politics & Policy

Secretaries of state urge Elon Musk to fix AI chatbot spreading election misinformation on X

Five secretaries of state, including Pennsylvania's Al Schmidt, said the platform's AI chatbot produced false information about state ballot deadlines.

10 months ago

A pedestrian walks with little protection from his collapsed umbrella during a rainstorm
Weather

Here’s how Tropical Storm Debby will impact the Philly region

Some areas have already seen a month’s worth of rain this week.

10 months ago

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Cherelle Parker
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Most Philly homeowners will see a property tax increase in 2025

The increase follows a reassessment of 580,000 properties throughout the city.

10 months ago

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Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Due diligence: Would Shapiro help Harris win Pa. like Democrats hope? Let’s look at the numbers

Some Democrats hope that Harris’ choice for VP will help her win Pennsylvania and the election. Can Shapiro bring home the commonwealth’s 19 electoral votes?

10 months ago

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