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Arts & Entertainment

U.S. appeals court says some NCAA athletes may qualify as employees under federal wage-and-hour laws

The ruling follows a Supreme Court case that led the NCAA to allow athletes to profit from their “Name, Image and Likeness.”

1 year ago

John Dougherty walks to the federal courthouse in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021
Courts & Law

Johnny Doc, former Philly labor leader, gets 6 years for bribery and theft

“Dougherty’s crimes have inflicted immeasurable harm upon Local 98 and the City of Philadelphia," federal prosecutors wrote in a sentencing memo.

1 year ago

medical devices next to a bed
Health

How to prepare for power outages if your health depends on home medical devices

For most people, power outages are an inconvenience. For those who count on electricity for home medical equipment, they can be a crisis.

1 year ago

The State Capitol building in Harrisburg
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania lawmakers pass nearly $48B budget almost 2 weeks late

The legislation falls well short of the $6.2 billion increase phased in over five years sought for underfunded schools by the districts that sued and won in court.

1 year ago

wind turbines
Community

Up to 2 new offshore wind projects are proposed for New Jersey. A third seeks to re-bid its terms

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities received three bids by Wednesday's deadline in the state's fourth round of solicitations for offshore wind farms.

1 year ago

an electric bus
Politics & Policy

Biden awards $1.7 billion to boost EV manufacturing and assembly in Pa. and 7 other states

The grants cover a broad range of the automotive supply chain, including parts for electric motorcycles and school buses, hybrid powertrains and electric SUVs.

1 year ago

Barber’s Hall on West Oxford Street in North Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A new tune: Philly historical commission set to drop nomination for North Philly jazz venue

New Barber’s Hall was set to become a historically designated property. The nomination may now be withdrawn.

1 year ago

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Gabrielle posing for a photo
Health

Homelessness in New Jersey is compounded by extreme heat. Advocates are pushing for more cooling centers

New Jersey’s homeless population has risen 17% over the past few years, and there aren't enough resources to properly help unhoused people.

1 year ago

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Fairfax County Public School buses are lined up at a maintenance facility
Education

After targeted TikTok campaign, Great Valley teachers are pushing for a digital citizenship curriculum

Students in the Malvern district impersonated their teachers on social media. Schools across Chesco and the U.S. are wondering how to adapt amid ever-changing technology.

1 year ago

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People running out of the theater
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Blobfest, Christopher Cross, Tinicum Arts Festival, Shady Grove Music Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

July 11 - 14: Blobfest in the Philly burbs, Christopher Cross in N.J., and the Shady Grove Music Fest in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

1 year ago

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Community
6abc

Tolls set to increase on 4 major bridges in Philadelphia area

Price increase speculated to take effect August 1 at the earliest.

1 year ago

Chestnut Hill Hospital
Health

Temple Health warns patients of possible termination with Keystone First health insurance plans

Temple Health’s current contract with Keystone First, a large Medicaid insurance provider in southeast Pennsylvania, expires on July 31.

1 year ago

Listen 1:04
Cherelle Parker speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker doubles down on Philly’s employee return to office order

Union leaders say some workers are prepared to quit over the mandate. Parker holds firm, saying the decision was “not made lightly.”

1 year ago

Listen 1:03
Photo of Christopher Fitzgerald at his shrine
Courts & Law

Philadelphia won’t seek death penalty in Temple University officer’s death. Colleagues and family are upset

A spokesperson for DA Larry Krasner said the death penalty decision followed “extensive input” from both experts and Fitzgerald’s family.

1 year ago

U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., leaves federal court following the day's proceedings in his bribery trial, Tuesday, June 18, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Larry Neumeister)
Courts & Law

Sen. Bob Menendez’s lawyer cites patriotism as a reason to acquit his client

A defense lawyer for Sen. Bob Menendez has tried to convince a New York jury that there's nothing to the federal government's bribery case against the Democrat.

1 year ago

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