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The map highlights more than 150 historic sites in New Jersey that can be accessed by bus, light rail and train.
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The move from a “paramilitary mindset” to a more service-oriented model is the goal of a five-year strategic plan, Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.
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A Night for the Ages: Schwarber’s historic performance rewrites Phillies history
Schwarber became just the fourth Phillies player, and 21st in MLB history to hit four home runs in a game, finishing with a team-record nine RBIs in Philadelphia’s 19-4 win
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Republican state lawmakers complain they were not consulted before Democrats announced bipartisan committee hearings.
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Listen 0:52Uber offers free rides to Philly seniors amid SEPTA cuts
The partnership between the rideshare giant and local nonprofits will help Philly’s most vulnerable population get around in the wake of SEPTA service cuts.
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Listen 0:52Service will be restored on the 31, 84, 88 and six 400-level routes starting Tuesday. The city will use some of its SEPTA subsidy funds to restore them.
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Swatting group ‘likely responsible’ for campus shooter hoaxes at Villanova and others: Report
Analysts believe it's very likely a swatting group made false emergency reports targeting at least 10 universities, including Villanova.
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New program offers overdose-reversing medication for free outside 61 Philadelphia firehouses
The program is part of a national effort to get the life-saving overdose reversal drug into the hands of people who truly need it.
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Listen 1:16Aug. 29–31: Andy Grammer in Delaware, a camping-themed event at Philly’s Cherry Street Pier and a car show in South Jersey are among the highlights.
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Listen 5:20Federal cuts threaten Princeton University program for formerly incarcerated persons
The university’s Prison Teaching Initiative has built partnerships to scale programs that provide formerly incarcerated students with research opportunities.
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Listen 3:30Delaware professionals who care for adults with disabilities earn around $15 an hour, making it difficult for many to make ends meet.
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Listen 1:48ICE denies U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon entry to region’s largest detention center
Delaware County’s member of Congress is considering joining a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
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Listen 0:57Lawsuit challenges SEPTA cuts over impact on minority and low-income riders
The lawsuit was filed by local attorney George Bochetto, who previously fought the removal of the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza.
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Listen 1:29Here’s a look at why it is so hard to end the war in Gaza
Israelis have joined mass protests calling for a ceasefire that would bring the hostages back. They say the war continues because Netanyahu is trying to stay in power.
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Immigrants drive growth in Philly, new report shows
A new report explores how immigration shapes Philadelphia’s population, economy and community. WHYY and the Welcoming Center are hosting a Sept. 18 forum to discuss the data.
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