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Sen. George Helmy takes oath of office
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Democrat George Helmy sworn in as replacement for Menendez in the Senate

New Jersey has a new U.S. senator after the August resignation of Democrat Bob Menendez.

1 year ago

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump speak
Politics & Policy

The Harris-Trump debate in Philly becomes the 2024 election’s latest landmark event

The first early ballots of the presidential race will go out just hours after the debate at Philadelphia's National Constitution Center.

1 year ago

Sheryl Lee Ralph speaking behind a podium
Politics & Policy

10,000 women expected to gather in Philly for women’s conference 2 days after presidential election

Ahead of the upcoming presidential debate, discussion about this year’s Pennsylvania Conference for Women leans toward the significance of a possible first female president.

1 year ago

Dito van Reigersberg on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Spies, breakups and thick glasses: Philly’s Pig Iron Theatre obsesses over Aimee Mann in ‘Poor Judge’

A cast of seven Aimee Mann clones populate Dito van Reigersberg’s return to Pig Iron Theatre.

1 year ago

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WHYY President and CEO Bill Marrazzo (right) led a fireside chat with Daniel J. Hilferty, Chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectator, during the ninth World Heritage City Celebration at the Crystal Team Room on Sept. 5, 2024. Hilferty was honored as the 2024 Distinguished Global Leadership Honoree. Philadelphia was selected as America’s first World Heritage City in 2015, which denotes its global significance and cultural influence.
Community

WHYY President and CEO Bill Marrazzo highlights Philadelphia at World Heritage City celebration

At the ninth World Heritage City Celebration, WHYY CEO Bill Marrazzo joined a fireside chat to discuss Philadelphia’s global role and evolving growth.

1 year ago

James Earl Jones
Community

James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Jones was a pioneering actor who eventually lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader.

1 year ago

In 2023, the School District of Philadelphia announced that Frankford High School was expected to remain closed the following school year due to damaged asbestos. (6abc)
PlanPhilly
Education

‘They should be able to breathe clean air’: Pa. spends $75 million to fix lead, asbestos and mold in schools

Of the districts receiving money, the School District of Philadelphia, where damaged asbestos has repeatedly shuttered schools, received the maximum grant amount.

1 year ago

Larry Krasner speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Protecting the vote in Philly: City leaders lay out plans to ensure a fair election

District Attorney Larry Krasner vowed to prosecute anyone who attempts to impede the election process in any way, and said he’s done it before.

1 year ago

students leaving school
Education

McCall Elementary School will close early ahead of Tuesday’s presidential debate at the National Constitution Center

McCall students will have lunch before the 12:39 p.m. dismissal, and any after-school programming or activities will be canceled.

1 year ago

Construction site
Education

The last beam is in place at New Jersey’s first veterinary school on Rowan University’s campus

Officials signed the final beam 11 months before the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine welcomes its first class.

1 year ago

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump speak
Politics & Policy

Harris’ past debates: A prosecutor’s style with narrative flair but risks in a matchup with Trump

Kamala Harris steps onto the presidential general election debate stage for the first time Tuesday. But she has plenty of experience to draw on as she takes on Donald Trump.

1 year ago

Velda Jones-Potter and John Carney
Politics & Policy

Delaware election 2024: Here’s what to expect in Wilmington’s mayoral race

There is no Republican challenger, so whoever wins the primary election will be the next mayor of Wilmington.

1 year ago

The Chester Housing Authority of Chester, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Chester Housing Authority executive director quits amid agency turmoil

Steven Fischer led the Chester Housing Authority out of a period of corruption and mismanagement — only for the agency to fall back on bad habits.

1 year ago

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Gaudreau brothers funeral
Community

John ‘Johnny Hockey’ Gaudreau and brother Matthew honored during funeral service

An alleged drunk driver killed NHL player John Gaudreau and his brother Matthew two weeks ago while the pair was cycling in South Jersey.

1 year ago

Fairfax County Public School buses are lined up at a maintenance facility
Courts & Law

4 suspects in custody after threats made to several New Jersey schools; some districts closed

Schools in the Woodbury and Deptford districts are closed on Monday.

1 year ago

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