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N.J. Gov. Murphy pardons 33 and commutes 3 sentences, including case supported by Kim Kardashian
Murphy's first use of his clemency authority comes after he set up a special review board in June aimed at bringing cases deserving of a pardon or commutation for review.
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Knife-wielding suspect shot at federal courthouse in Harrisburg, authorities say
In a statement, the U.S. Marshals Service said security officers moved to stop the man after he entered the courthouse, brandishing a knife.
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$73.5M beach replenishment project starts in January at Jersey Shore
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will pump 2.1 million cubic yards of sand onto the shoreline between the Manasquan Inlet and Seaside Park.
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Drone detectors in New Jersey have found ‘little or no evidence’ of wrongdoing, governor says
Over the weekend, 13 suspected sightings were reported, Gov. Murphy said Monday. Federal officials say drones aren't being operated with bad intent or by foreign governments.
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Weekend violence in Philly leaves 4 people dead, 20 others injured
Philadelphia police said they plan to increase law enforcement’s presence outside City Hall in the wake of a triple shooting in Dilworth Park.
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Listen 1:10Upper Darby municipal workers to hold strike authorization vote
If Transport Workers Local 234 votes to give their leaders the power to call for a strike, a possible walkout could happen as soon as New Year’s Day.
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Listen 0:41New Sixers arena could improve diversity in Philly construction, union says
The arena proposal is expected to receive full City Council approval this week.
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Cerron Cade, whose salary is $164,000 a year, is charged with shoplifting on six occasions. The total value of the alleged thefts was $394.
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Listen 1:32Jalen Hurts accounts for 3 TDs and Eagles beat Steelers 27-13 for franchise-best 10th straight win
“So that’s what you all wanted to see?” asked Hurts, who was playing with a broken finger on his non-throwing hand.
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Opera Philadelphia lifts voices at Broad Street Love
The Harmonious Communities program formed a choir at the service and resource center for people experiencing homelessness.
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Listen 3:00Detroit-based Brilliant Cities to bring early childhood education and tutoring to Philly in 2025
The nonprofit helps children’s learning experience by providing free meals, health services and tutors.
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Take note of these new health care laws coming to Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in 2025
State legislatures passed new laws on medical debt, cancer testing, insurance coverage and more. Some will kick in early in the new year.
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Listen 1:072024 in photos: A battleground year for the Philly region
Here’s a view from WHYY News photographers of how the last 12 months unfolded in real time.
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Sixers rookie Jared McCain out indefinitely with a torn meniscus that requires surgery
McCain, who has starred for the struggling Philadelphia 76ers early in the season, reported a sore left knee after Friday night’s 121-107 loss to the Indiana Pacers.
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Pennsylvania’s new teacher of the year aimed to be a representative for Black educators
“I’ve poured my heart into this profession," said Leon Smith, a social studies teacher in Delaware County and the 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year.
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