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4 takeaways from Biden and Trump’s first presidential debate
President Biden's stumbles right from the beginning played into his biggest vulnerability, but how much will the first 2024 general election debate make an impact?
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N.J.’s world-famous blueberries are at the height of their season. Here’s why they’re so good
The New Jersey Blueberry Advisory Council's chairman said the state's soil is what makes the Jersey blueberry so special.
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Prevention Point Philadelphia in Kensington offers HIV testing every day. The organization also has the largest syringe services programs in the city.
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Voters in Bucks and Montgomery counties could prove pivotal in deciding the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
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In Philly, Democrats appear hopeful despite ‘subdued’ performance from Biden
Cheers and laughs were observed at a watch party in Roxborough. At a party on City Avenue hosted by the Philadelphia Black Caucus, applause and boos were heard.
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Judge in Trump classified docs case grants his request for hearing on key evidence in indictment
The order ensures further delays in a criminal case that's been snarled by significant postponements.
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A halting Biden tries to confront Trump at debate but stirs Democratic anxiety about his candidacy
Trump replied to a raspy-voiced Biden with falsehoods about the economy, illegal immigration and his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.
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Bryce Harper hurts hamstring on final play of Phillies’ 7-4 loss to Marlins
Earlier in the day, the slugger was elected by fans to start at first base for the National League in the July 16 All-Star Game at Texas.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to bar universities and pension funds from divesting from Israel
The bill won support from all but one Republican and most Democrats. It now goes to the House.
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Gov. Shapiro wanted to regulate skill games in this year’s budget, but talks aren’t going well
Pennsylvania's governor supports regulating the games as a way to boost state revenue. But lawmakers are caught between the powerful skill games and casino interests.
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Pennsylvania to begin new fiscal year without budget, as Shapiro, lawmakers express optimism
Shapiro in February floated what he called an “ambitious” $48.3 billion budget plan that relied on about $3 billion in reserve cash to balance it.
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A closer look at what’s in New Jersey’s proposed $56.6 billion budget, from taxes to spending
The annual spending plan is expected to get enough votes in the Democrat-led Legislature on Friday to reach Murphy's desk.
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Delaware lawmakers approve bill requiring Medicaid to cover abortion procedures
The legislation expands access to abortion and the use of state funding to cover the procedures. It now goes to Gov. John Carney.
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The Supreme Court rejects a nationwide opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma
After deliberating more than six months, the justices in a 5-4 vote blocked an agreement hammered out with state and local governments and victims.
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Here’s a look at the false claims you might hear during tonight’s presidential debate
There’s no comparing the volume of false and misleading claims Trump has deployed throughout his campaigns and presidency with Biden, who tends to lean more on exaggerations.
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