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Historical Society of Pennsylvania shows how Philadelphia took care of its own
An exhibition of the long history of charity and philanthropy in Philadelphia shows its cracks and possibilities.
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Rutgers medical students moonlight as Bergen Barbers, doling out haircuts and shaves to patients
The group was inspired by a patient who became depressed and requested a haircut.
2 years ago
Listen 1:17Trump chooses Bessent to be treasury secretary, Vought as budget chief, Chavez-DeRemer for Labor
The announcements Friday evening showed how Trump was fleshing out the financial side of his new administration.
2 years ago
Philly School District reports record enrollment and uptick in graduating seniors
The district implemented an expanded 9th Grade On-Track program and hired an administrator to better coordinate a district-wide dropout reduction strategy.
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Advocates disappointed after court rejects Philly gun control lawsuit
Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court upheld state laws that prevent municipalities from enacting their own firearm regulations.
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Foreign nationals propel U.S. science. Visa limits under Trump could change that
The incoming Trump administration is likely to crack down on the H-1B visas used by tech companies and research institutions to hire top talent from other countries.
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President-elect set to shape ‘Trump judiciary’ for next generation
Legal experts predict President-elect Donald Trump will move quickly next year to cement and extend his legacy in appointing federal judges.
2 years ago
Thousands of resident doctors in Philadelphia want to unionize
They say patient care suffers because of bad working conditions and long hours.
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Listen 1:30The Philadelphia Tribune’s special 140th anniversary edition, which highlights crucial coverage throughout the publication’s history, will publish Nov. 24, 2024.
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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro taps federal highway aid to help SEPTA
Shapiro said the $153 million can help SEPTA maintain services and avoid steeper fare increases until he can come to an agreement on a wider transportation funding deal.
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Here’s Jason: Kelce will host late-night show on ESPN beginning final week of NFL season
The show will originate in front of a live audience from Union Transfer in Philadelphia.
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Shapiro wanted to glean what was most important to small businesses on his red tape-cutting mission. Here’s what they told him.
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Listen 1:12Afromation Avenue comes to Philly’s historically Black 7th Ward
“Like seeds embedded in the soil, Black families and communities have nurtured this neighborhood,” said one of the project's co-curators.
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Philly school leaders hope even participating in the space essay contest will encourage students to get more interested in science.
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The Pennsylvania State Education Association is concerned about the Trump administration's plans to eliminate the Department of Education and its impact on students.
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