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Community
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Man fatally shot by Philadelphia officers after alleged carjacking, pursuit: Police

According to Philadelphia police, officers responded to a home on the 5400 block of Chancellor Street for reports of a disturbance.

1 year ago

Army veteran Natalie Donaldson
Community

It’s Veterans Day. The VA says it can’t help thousands of vets it left stranded

An NPR investigation finds thousands of veterans were pushed into high-cost mortgages by a program that was meant to help them.

1 year ago

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Community
6abc

SEPTA strike 2024: Negotiations to continue Monday for Philadelphia transit union workers

Bus, trolley and transit operators in Philadelphia are currently working without a contract.

1 year ago

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Community

‘We know what’s on the line’: Philly and Pa. immigration leaders, organizers gear up for a second Trump presidency

“We’re going to have to address urgent needs while doing the long-term work to achieve structural change,” said one organizer. "We are going to need everyone to fight back."

1 year ago

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Health

Pa. abortion providers, legal experts look at what’s ahead for reproductive rights under a second Trump term

Health providers and legal experts say changes to federal funding, insurance coverage and federal law during Trump’s first presidency could foretell what’s to come.

1 year ago

Listen 1:16
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PlanPhilly
Community

Philly’s rowhouse fire season is coming soon. Here’s what renters insurance can — and can’t — do for you

The risk of fire damage while living in a Philly rowhouse is high. Here’s how renters insurance can and cannot protect you from bad luck, bad neighbors and landlords.

1 year ago

Listen 1:22
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Science

Saving Philly’s bats, one DIY condo at a time

A Penn project could help keep urban bats out of your attic and support them in their fight against a deadly disease.

1 year ago

Listen 1:06
Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson gavels to order his first meeting as president
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia City Council to host public hearings on Sixers arena proposal

Lawmakers will hear testimony from the mayor’s administration, the Sixers, community stakeholders and the general public.

1 year ago

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Weather

South Jersey wildfires create hazy conditions in Philadelphia on Sunday

On Sunday, Philadelphia’s Air Quality Index was rated in the orange category for high amounts of particulate matter.

1 year ago

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Politics & Policy

Trump has vowed to kill U.S. offshore wind projects. Will he succeed?

Numerous offshore wind projects have approvals and at least three are operating. Trump could prohibit future projects and exert leverage over ones that aren't as far along.

1 year ago

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Health

New research from Philly ER doctors shows the ‘excruciating’ effect of xylazine withdrawal, and how to manage it

The powerful animal tranquilizer has started appearing in the illicit heroin and fentanyl market in recent years.

1 year ago

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Hundreds of organizations and individuals marched through West Philadelphia as part of the 24th annual Peoplehood Parade on Nov. 9, 2024. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

‘This is a moment to dream’: 24th annual Peoplehood Parade marches through West Philly

“Bringing people together through arts and cultural practices is as old as humanity,” organizer Jennifer Turnbull said.

1 year ago

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Courts & Law

Judge cancels court deadlines in Trump’s 2020 election case after presidential win

Trump was charged last year with plotting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election and illegally hoarding classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate.

1 year ago

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PlanPhilly
Science

‘We are really concerned’: Salty water creeps toward Philly drinking water intake as dry conditions persist

The Delaware River Basin Commission has a plan for situations like this, and could step up its efforts to repel the salt front if conditions worsen.

1 year ago

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Science

‘Drought definitely can kill a tree or shrub’: How to keep your trees healthy during ongoing drought

An arborist offers his top tips for protecting trees as Philadelphia’s record-breaking dry spell continues.

1 year ago

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