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James Earl Jones
Community

James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Jones was a pioneering actor who eventually lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader.

1 year ago

In 2023, the School District of Philadelphia announced that Frankford High School was expected to remain closed the following school year due to damaged asbestos. (6abc)
PlanPhilly
Education

‘They should be able to breathe clean air’: Pa. spends $75 million to fix lead, asbestos and mold in schools

Of the districts receiving money, the School District of Philadelphia, where damaged asbestos has repeatedly shuttered schools, received the maximum grant amount.

1 year ago

Larry Krasner speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Protecting the vote in Philly: City leaders lay out plans to ensure a fair election

District Attorney Larry Krasner vowed to prosecute anyone who attempts to impede the election process in any way, and said he’s done it before.

1 year ago

students leaving school
Education

McCall Elementary School will close early ahead of Tuesday’s presidential debate at the National Constitution Center

McCall students will have lunch before the 12:39 p.m. dismissal, and any after-school programming or activities will be canceled.

1 year ago

Construction site
Education

The last beam is in place at New Jersey’s first veterinary school on Rowan University’s campus

Officials signed the final beam 11 months before the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine welcomes its first class.

1 year ago

Listen 1:06
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump speak
Politics & Policy

Harris’ past debates: A prosecutor’s style with narrative flair but risks in a matchup with Trump

Kamala Harris steps onto the presidential general election debate stage for the first time Tuesday. But she has plenty of experience to draw on as she takes on Donald Trump.

1 year ago

Velda Jones-Potter and John Carney
Politics & Policy

Delaware election 2024: Here’s what to expect in Wilmington’s mayoral race

There is no Republican challenger, so whoever wins the primary election will be the next mayor of Wilmington.

1 year ago

The Chester Housing Authority of Chester, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Chester Housing Authority executive director quits amid agency turmoil

Steven Fischer led the Chester Housing Authority out of a period of corruption and mismanagement — only for the agency to fall back on bad habits.

1 year ago

Listen 0:46
Gaudreau brothers funeral
Community

John ‘Johnny Hockey’ Gaudreau and brother Matthew honored during funeral service

An alleged drunk driver killed NHL player John Gaudreau and his brother Matthew two weeks ago while the pair was cycling in South Jersey.

1 year ago

Fairfax County Public School buses are lined up at a maintenance facility
Courts & Law

4 suspects in custody after threats made to several New Jersey schools; some districts closed

Schools in the Woodbury and Deptford districts are closed on Monday.

1 year ago

Exterior of the Fashion District
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

What’s next for Philly’s Fashion District in Center City? Here’s what we know

Comcast Spectacor’s vision was shared with the Washington Square West Civic Association board as a Sixers arena alternative for Market East revitalization.

1 year ago

The Delaware County courthouse in Media.
Courts & Law

Social services instead of handcuffs: Delaware County wants intervention, not incarceration, for people struggling with mental health issues

A pilot program would give police officers in Delco the discretion to refer people with behavior issues to a case manager. The county is looking for the right provider.

1 year ago

Listen 0:47
A medical professional prepares a vaccine syringe.
Health

A winter season of flu, RSV and more COVID is coming. Delaware Valley health experts say it’s time to get vaccinated

New updated vaccines for flu and COVID-19, as well as protection against RSV for infants and seniors, will be available this fall.

1 year ago

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a person hangs t-shirts
Community

‘A sense of community’: Taller Puertorriqueño celebrates 50 years at 40th annual Feria del Barrio

The 40th Feria del Barrio in Philadelphia’s El Centro de Oro connected attendees through the city’s Latino arts and culture.

1 year ago

Donald Trump speaks with fists raised
Politics & Policy

Trump threatens to jail adversaries in escalating rhetoric ahead of Philly debate

On social media late Saturday, the former president threatened to jail those “involved in unscrupulous behavior” this upcoming presidential election.

1 year ago

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