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Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic challenger Ashley Ehasz

Ashley Ehasz is challenging Republican incumbent Brian Fitzpatrick in another bid to unseat the U.S. congressman.

11 months ago

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Cherita Evans aka Storm the Barber, with Christian Pounds in her chair at Head Changerz Barber Lounge in Rocky Mount, N.C. on May 23, 2024. (Andrea Ellen Reed/NPR)
Politics & Policy

What the Harris campaign is doing to try to win over more Black men

VP Harris joined Charlamagne Tha God to discuss the role of Black men in politics, Obama’s legacy, and the importance of leadership and representation in shaping the future.

11 months ago

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Courts & Law
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3 nurses injured in hit-and-run outside of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Philadelphia police say the driver of a silver Jeep Cherokee struck three nurses around 4:22 a.m. Saturday morning while fleeing the hospital.

11 months ago

Philadelphia Eagles safety Rodney McLeod (23) celebrates with fans after making an interception against Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in the final minute the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. Philadelphia won 20-16. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Community

Former Eagles star expands ‘Next Man Up’ mentorship program to second Philly school

From classrooms to communities: Rodney McLeod's mentorship program inspires growth and success in Philadelphia’s youth.

11 months ago

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File photo: Harvard Professor Cornel West speaks at a campaign rally for Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., at the Whittemore Center Arena at the University of New Hampshire, Feb. 10, 2020, in Durham, N.H. West says he will run for president in 2024 as third-party candidate.
Politics & Policy

Third-party candidate Cornel West loses bid to get on Pennsylvania’s presidential ballot

A federal judge is turning down third-party candidate Cornel West’s request to be put on Pennsylvania’s presidential ballot.

12 months ago

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Education

Grammy award-winning singer Jill Scott gets emotional as new mural dedicated at her alma mater, Philadelphia High School for Girls

Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker joined Superintendent Tony Watlington and Mural Arts executive director Jane Golden for the special dedication in North Philly.

12 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia and Wilmington listed as some of the least safe cities in the country, according to a new report

While Wilmington ranks as one of the least safe cities, it has some of the largest number of law enforcement employees per capita.

12 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment

The Curtis Institute has been Philly’s musical bedrock for 100 years

The Curtis marks its 100th birthday this weekend with concerts and an open house of its historic Rittenhouse Square campus.

12 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Photo essay: YèShì Chinatown Night Market dazzles thousands of people through art, food and dance

Through 10th and Race streets, Chinatown residents, restaurants and artists gave visitors an escape from the everyday experiences of Philadelphia.

12 months ago

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a screenshot of an ad shows Kamala Harris and Kimberly Burrell
Politics & Policy

‘You’ve stolen my voice’: Philly mother featured in ad attacking Kamala Harris calls on Trump to take it down

The self-described “lifelong Democrat” appeared on a televised voter roundtable in July. She says her comments are being taken out of context and used in support of Trump.

12 months ago

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side-by-side photos of Rep. Tomlinson and Anand Patel
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. K.C. Tomlinson and Democratic challenger Anand Patel

Democrat Anand Patel is challenging Republican incumbent K.C. Tomlinson in House District 18 in Bucks County. The race may determine which party controls the state House.

12 months ago

Medical professionals walk in hallways outside of an operating room.
Health

Medicare open enrollment is just around the corner. Here’s what you need to know when shopping for health plans

Medicare’s annual open enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

12 months ago

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One of the new bank of EVgo quick chargers for electric vehicles outside a Wawa store at Aramingo Avenue and Wheatsheaf Lane in Philadelphia. (Tom MacDonald/WHYY)
Science

Delaware secures $14.3M to expand overnight, fast and ultra-fast charging stations along I-95 corridor

The federal money will support the state’s move toward more electric vehicles by adding overnight, fast and ultra-fast truck chargers on I-95.

12 months ago

Author Adriana Erin Rivera at a booth
Community

Celebrating culture and resistance: 6th annual Latin American Book Fair uplifts Latino voices in Philadelphia

The weekend-long event put a spotlight on Latino literature for Hispanic Heritage Month. “These fairs are an act of resistance and cultural reaffirmation,” one author said.

12 months ago

exterior of CHOP in Philadelphia
Health

Twin boys born conjoined at CHOP celebrate 1st birthday after separation surgery

Amari and Javar Ruffin, whose family lives in Philadelphia, were born via cesarean section on Sept. 29, 2023.

12 months ago

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