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Voters outside of a building
Politics & Policy

Breaking down 2024 election ballot questions in Philadelphia’s suburbs

Voters in six boroughs and townships in Philadelphia’s collar counties will vote on ballot questions this November.

1 year ago

Listen 2:58
Elon Musk speaks onstage
Politics & Policy

Elon Musk said he’d give away $1M a day until Election Day for signing his PAC’s Constitution-backing petition. Is that legal?

The billionaire X owner promised Saturday to give away $1 million a day until Nov. 5 for people signing the petition. Some election experts say it's a violation of the law.

1 year ago

a person carrying a clear bag with first aid items
Health

Philadelphia medical students see street medicine as vital to care for more unhoused people

As the number of people experiencing homelessness rises in Philadelphia, health providers say street medicine can better deliver care to more people.

1 year ago

Donald Trump hands a customer fries
Politics & Policy

Trump visits Bucks County McDonald’s, offers no evidence for saying Harris didn’t work there in college

Furthering his proofless claim that Kamala Harris never worked at the fast-food chain, the former president worked the fry cooker and spoke in Lower Southampton Township.

1 year ago

Democrat Herb Conaway, Republican Dr. Rajesh Mohan, Green Party candidate Steve Welzer and Libertarian Chris Russomanno
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about N.J.’s 3rd Congressional District candidates

With Congressman Andy Kim giving up his seat to run for Senate, four people are vying for the seat in the Democratic-leaning 3rd District.

1 year ago

Workers at the When We All Vote block party helped Philadelphians register to vote
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia activists mobilize young Black voters ahead of election deadlines

Philadelphia legislators, faith leaders and activists are urging more residents, especially Black residents, to register before the critical election deadline.

1 year ago

Woman shows people on a projector where to shoot a deer
Community

Conservation meets ‘ethical’ hunting: John Heinz Refuge hosts mentored deer hunts

The program is free and co-run by John Heinz, the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and the National Deer Association (NDA).

1 year ago

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Courts & Law
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7 shot in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning, police say

Two victims are in critical condition, including a 17-year-old girl.

1 year ago

Lead pipes
Science

What you need to know if you have lead pipes

Municipalities must locate and replace lead pipes over the next decade. Here’s what you need to know.

1 year ago

Listen 1:57
The
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s first permanent mural about voting is all about hope

“Legacy in Bloom” in West Philadelphia is for future generations to celebrate civic engagement.

1 year ago

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Dauphin County Prison (Michael Rubinkam / AP Photo)
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania updates guidance for incarcerated voters

“We know from the last two elections how close the ballot totals were,” said one voting advocate. “We want to make sure that these folks are counted.”

1 year ago

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The exterior of the federal courthouse in Harrisburg, Pa., is shown Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, where a judge heard argument regarding a request by six Republican members of Congress that he direct elections officials to take additional steps to verify the identity and eligibility of overseas voters, including those serving in the military and their families. (AP Photo/Mark Scolforo)
Politics & Policy

Judge weighs GOP request to verify eligibility of Pennsylvania’s overseas and military voters

A federal judge in Pa. is considering a request to direct the state's election officials to take additional steps to verify the ID and eligibility of voters living overseas.

1 year ago

Warehouse for teens, says REACH Riverside leader Wenona Sutton, aims to keep the most vulnerable population busy with a variety of stimulating activities.  (
Community

‘Like a new planet’: WHYY News to debut new Delaware documentary, ‘Resurrecting Riverside’

The long-neglected swath of Northeast Wilmington has a rich history, and now it’s undergoing a comprehensive $500 million revitalization.

1 year ago

Democrat Matt Meyer (left) said Republican Mike Ramone
Politics & Policy

‘Trump orange’: Meyer challenges Ramone’s claim to be Delaware ‘yellow’ in gubernatorial debate

The GOP’s Mike Ramone disavows MAGA red in an appeal to Delaware independents, but Democrat Meyer says his foe is closer to “Trump orange.”

1 year ago

Elon Musk speaks
Politics & Policy

Elon Musk holds his first solo event in support of Trump in the Philadelphia suburbs

Elon Musk brought his support for Republican Donald Trump to the Philadelphia suburbs for a town hall.

1 year ago

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