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Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington
Education

Philly school district stares down a $300M deficit

The School District of Philadelphia will spend 40% of its reserves in order to avoid budget cuts for one more year. After that, there are no guarantees.

1 year ago

People at a town hall meeting passing a bottle of water around so they can smell it.
Courts & Law

Upper Makefield residents sue Energy Transfer, Sunoco Pipeline L.P. over pipeline leak

Plaintiffs’ demands include shutting down operation of the pipeline while investigation into the leak is ongoing.

1 year ago

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a photo of Michael Kealty
Courts & Law

‘Imma bad person i know it’: Delaware detective’s online life as sexual predator of teen girls comes crashing down

Michael Kealty was a decorated cop, Army vet and family man, but he also shared child porn and convinced a 16-year-old Ohio girl to send explicit pics.

1 year ago

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King Henry (portrayed by Harley Diamond)
Arts & Entertainment

Shakespeare goes up the country in ‘Ballad of King Henry’ at Swarthmore’s Players Club

A version of “King Henry IV” adapted into Americana folk songs is getting its world premiere.

1 year ago

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Maitreyi Roy, executive director of Bartram’s Garden, on one of the garden paths
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

‘A shame’: More EPA grant terminations hit Philly region

Tree planting, internships for teens and community engagement are among the projects targeted.

1 year ago

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a sign reads Welcome to WIlmington
Community

Amate Mujer, or Love Yourself, Woman, event returns to Delaware to celebrate Latinas, self-love and community

More than 300 Latinas are expected for a night of women empowerment, featuring a red carpet, authentic food and inspiring speakers.

1 year ago

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measles under a microscope
Health

Bucks County health officials report new measles case, warn local residents of possible exposure

A local Bucks County adult tested positive for measles after returning from a trip to Texas, health officials said.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber (12) is out
Community

Alec Bohm and JT Realmuto lift the Phillies to a 7-3 victory over the Washington Nationals

Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler went six innings for the Phillies, giving up two hits and one run.

1 year ago

Matt Platkin speaking at a podium.
Courts & Law

New Jersey sees 74% increase in child pornography arrests since 2020

The state’s top law enforcement agent to those possessing and distributing child porn: If you harm our kids, we’re going to catch and prosecute you.

1 year ago

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State Capitol building
Politics & Policy

Gov. Meyer proposes new tax brackets for wealthier Delawareans, offers new housing and education initiatives

The governor wants to raise new revenue by changing the personal income tax brackets and increasing fees on cigarettes, state parks and roads.

1 year ago

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Dr. Michelle Carerra Morales poses for a photo in a hallway
PlanPhilly
Money

Philly nonprofit is giving cash to families to jumpstart their way to the middle class

Organizers say that residents can’t budget their way out of poverty and would benefit from a cash influx and an economic mobility counselor.

1 year ago

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aerial view of St. Joe's
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Without interest from Penn, St. Joe’s nears sale of first properties on USciences campus

Developments have been proposed for three outlier sites. But some speculate that one of Philly’s “eds and meds” heavyweights could still enter the mix.

1 year ago

An ensemble scene from the play
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Cocktail Fest, ‘& Juliet,’ The Garden State Film Festival and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

March 27-March 30: Philly’s Health and Healing Expo, an after-hours event at the Museum of the American Revolution and Barely Dead in Del. are among the highlights.

1 year ago

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Mayor Parker looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s Zero Fare program for low-income residents is not in Mayor Parker’s budget

To continue the free transportation program for low-income Philadelphians, it would cost the city $30 million each year.

1 year ago

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Former Philadelphia police detective Manuel Santiago leaves the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice
Courts & Law

Former Philadelphia detectives found guilty of lying under oath in Anthony Wright trial

Manuel Santiago and Frank Jastrzembski were found guilty of lying during the 2016 retrial of Anthony Wright. Martin Devlin was acquitted of all charges.

1 year ago

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