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Corey Bernhard sitting outside with a keyboard
Arts & Entertainment

Corey Bernhard, ‘Late Show’ keyboardist and Philly resident, explores spiritual connections on latest album

Across seven tracks, the keyboardist combines his love for jazz and hip-hop amid soundscapes from everyday life.

2 years ago

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Matthew J. Platkin speaks
Politics & Policy

A judge blocked Trump’s executive order eliminating birthright citizenship. New Jersey immigrants are still fearful

A group that supports immigrants in South Jersey is launching Rapid Response ICE watch teams and holding Know Your Right community workshops.

2 years ago

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Leslie Richards in the audience inside City Council chambers for Mayor Parker's speech
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

SEPTA’s former CEO Leslie Richards will keep getting paid in 2025 for ‘transition services’

In November 2024, Richards stepped down from her role at SEPTA but struck a deal with the transit agency’s board for a new 12-month contract.

2 years ago

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a person holds a sign reading IMMIGRANTS BUILT AMERICA
Community

How will Philly’s suburban counties respond to the Trump administration’s immigration policies?

Even local officials who speak out in support of immigrant communities say county policies are limited in scope and impact.

2 years ago

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Jason Kelce
Courts & Law
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3 charged with selling $200K worth of fake Jason Kelce-signed memorabilia

The investigation began in June 2024 when officers were alerted to more than 1,100 fake memorabilia purportedly signed by Kelce, according to the DA's office.

2 years ago

an inflatable Santa in Eagles gear, and an inflatable Snoopy with a football
Community

Eagles fans flock to social media to support their team ahead of NFC conference championship

Celebrities and die-hard Eagles fans are hyped heading into Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders.

2 years ago

This Feb. 19, 2013, file photo shows OxyContin pills arranged for a photo at a pharmacy in Montpelier, Vt. (AP Photo/Toby Talbot, File)
Money

Purdue Pharma reaches new $7.4B opioid settlement deal. Here’s what Pennsylvania and Delaware stand to get

The new settlement deal could net Pennsylvania and Delaware as much as $212 million and $27 million, respectively, in payouts.

2 years ago

outside Pottstown Borough Hall
Community

Montco commissioners approve new emergency shelter option in Pottstown

According to officials, Pottstown has one of the highest percentages of homelessness in the county. The shelter could reduce homelessness in the area by up to 75%.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia City Councilmember Jim Harrity at his desk in City Council chambers
Community

Philly soda tax to go under review in City Council hearing

Councilmember Jim Harrity says residents leave town to shop to avoid the tax, and claims that costs the city lots of revenue.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun celebrates
Community

Eagles, Commanders play for 3rd time this season, but Sunday’s matchup has Super Bowl spot at stake

The Philadelphia Eagles are 14-1 since October — and that includes two straight home postseason victories. Can the Birds notch one more win to get to the Super Bowl?

2 years ago

President Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

Trump defends pardons for rioters and suggests Proud Boys could have place in politics

President Donald Trump has defended his decision to pardon people convicted of assaulting police officers during the attack on the Capitol.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts speaks
Community

Eagles’ Jalen Hurts ready to face Commanders in NFC title game on balky left knee

The Eagles held a walk-through instead of a full practice on Wednesday, but quarterback Jalen Hurts told reporters he plans to play against the Washington Commanders.

2 years ago

A mansion on a large estate
Community

Longtime Philadelphia TV anchor and former N.J. lawmaker Diane Allen is selling her historic mansion along the Delaware River

Allen says the time has come to downsize and spend more time with family.

2 years ago

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Two Dancing with the Stars cast members dancing
Arts & Entertainment

‘Dancing With the Stars,’ Lunar New Year and the Tattoo Arts Festival in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 23 - Jan. 26: ‘The Full Monty’ in Del., a Tchaikovsky performance in Philly and Peabo Bryson in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 years ago

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Arts & Entertainment

At Philly’s FringeArts, ‘Fallawayinto’ cherishes a forgotten champion of the transgender community

Arielle Julia Brown wrote a ritualistic memoriam about her aunt, Donna Nicole Booker, who thrived in the San Francisco underground.

2 years ago

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