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U.S. Supreme Court
Courts & Law

Supreme Court allows cities to enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outside

The ruling comes after homelessness in the United States grew a dramatic 12% last year to its highest reported level, as soaring rents and a decline in pandemic assistance.

1 year ago

President Joe Biden, right, and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump, left, participate in a presidential debate hosted by CNN, Thursday, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
Politics & Policy

4 takeaways from Biden and Trump’s first presidential debate

President Biden's stumbles right from the beginning played into his biggest vulnerability, but how much will the first 2024 general election debate make an impact?

1 year ago

Millions of pounds of blueberries are being harvested in South Jersey. (David Matthau/WHYY)
Science

N.J.’s world-famous blueberries are at the height of their season. Here’s why they’re so good

The New Jersey Blueberry Advisory Council's chairman said the state's soil is what makes the Jersey blueberry so special.

1 year ago

Kareem Mims, prevention health care coordinator at Prevention Point Philadelphia in Kensington, prepares a rapid HIV test, which involves a small finger prick and results in about 60 seconds. (Nicole Leonard/WHYY)
Health

As Philly health providers push HIV testing, advocates stress the role of syringe services programs to keep infections down

Prevention Point Philadelphia in Kensington offers HIV testing every day. The organization also has the largest syringe services programs in the city.

1 year ago

Elisha Morris
Politics & Policy

Philly’s suburbs are crucial to the presidential race. After the first debate, some voters are wincing at the Biden-Trump rematch

Voters in Bucks and Montgomery counties could prove pivotal in deciding the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.

1 year ago

The Philadelphia Black Caucus hosted a presidential debate watch party at Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue on June 27, 2024 (Amanda Fitzpatrick/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

In Philly, Democrats appear hopeful despite ‘subdued’ performance from Biden

Cheers and laughs were observed at a watch party in Roxborough. At a party on City Avenue hosted by the Philadelphia Black Caucus, applause and boos were heard.

1 year ago

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, June 22, 2024, at Temple University in Philadelphia. (
Courts & Law

Judge in Trump classified docs case grants his request for hearing on key evidence in indictment

The order ensures further delays in a criminal case that's been snarled by significant postponements.

1 year ago

President Joe Biden, right, and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump, left, participate in a presidential debate hosted by CNN, Thursday, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
Politics & Policy

A halting Biden tries to confront Trump at debate but stirs Democratic anxiety about his candidacy

Trump replied to a raspy-voiced Biden with falsehoods about the economy, illegal immigration and his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper stumbles after grounding out during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday, June 27, 2024, in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

Bryce Harper hurts hamstring on final play of Phillies’ 7-4 loss to Marlins

Earlier in the day, the slugger was elected by fans to start at first base for the National League in the July 16 All-Star Game at Texas.

1 year ago

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Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to bar universities and pension funds from divesting from Israel

The bill won support from all but one Republican and most Democrats. It now goes to the House.

1 year ago

SARAH ANNE HUGHES / SPOTLIGHT PA
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

Gov. Shapiro wanted to regulate skill games in this year’s budget, but talks aren’t going well

Pennsylvania's governor supports regulating the games as a way to boost state revenue. But lawmakers are caught between the powerful skill games and casino interests.

1 year ago

Pennsylvania legislature
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania to begin new fiscal year without budget, as Shapiro, lawmakers express optimism

Shapiro in February floated what he called an “ambitious” $48.3 billion budget plan that relied on about $3 billion in reserve cash to balance it.

1 year ago

Phil Murphy
Politics & Policy

A closer look at what’s in New Jersey’s proposed $56.6 billion budget, from taxes to spending

The annual spending plan is expected to get enough votes in the Democrat-led Legislature on Friday to reach Murphy's desk.

1 year ago

Inside the Delaware legislature
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers approve bill requiring Medicaid to cover abortion procedures

The legislation expands access to abortion and the use of state funding to cover the procedures. It now goes to Gov. John Carney.

1 year ago

Fake pill bottle for Oxycontin
Courts & Law

The Supreme Court rejects a nationwide opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma

After deliberating more than six months, the justices in a 5-4 vote blocked an agreement hammered out with state and local governments and victims.

1 year ago

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