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It’s been 25 days without rain in Philadelphia
Philadelphia County has seen just 25–50% of the normal precipitation for this time of year.
2 years ago
Listen 1:02William Penn School District awarded $2.5M in state funding for building improvements
The money will go towards roof and ADA improvements at Bell Avenue Elementary and Penn Wood Middle Schools.
2 years ago
Listen 0:59No more apartment tower in Sixers arena plans, but another could rise not far away
Councilmember Squilla, who controls the fate of the bill, says the original proposal was insulting to residents who couldn’t afford the rent.
2 years ago
Over 60? Climate change could be coming for your nest egg
Miriam and Benny Saladin were set to retire in Manville, N.J. But their home was located between two rivers, and in more than two decades, their house flooded three times.
2 years ago
These are the 2 paths either Trump or Harris has to follow to become president
With seven states up for grabs, here are the likely scenarios that would put either candidate in the White House.
2 years ago
Perry is being challenged by Democrat Janelle Stelson, a former TV news anchor who is well-known in a House district that includes Harrisburg and its surrounding communities.
2 years ago
Lawsuits claim dozens of children were sexually abused inside Pennsylvania juvenile facilities
A law firm said Wednesday it filed claims on behalf of more than 60 people. More than 200 people have launched such cases since May.
2 years ago
Sen. Casey, state and county officials discuss Black maternal health at Philly campaign stop
Casey joined Montgomery County Coroner Dr. Janine Darby and Pa. state Reps. Morgan Cephas and Gina Curry to discuss the cause behind the spike in Black Maternal mortality.
2 years ago
Pension raises for some retired Pennsylvania teachers and state workers move ahead in Legislature
The proposal applies to municipal police officers and firefighters who have been retired for at least five years, as well as some retired teachers and state employees.
2 years ago
Higher education, fresh optimism, more Democratic: Takeaways from a key county in Pennsylvania
Centre County is attracting more people with college degrees, and small towns in the area are going from red to purple and purple to blue.
2 years ago
In Pennsylvania, an influx of college graduates could push a key county toward Harris
All over the country, people with more education are leaning more Democratic, a shift that's reshaping American politics.
2 years ago
Wilmington asks for residents’ help identifying lead pipes
Last week, Wilmington released an inventory of lead pipes across the city. But the city has yet to determine the content of about 25% of its service lines.
2 years ago
Listen 1:16Advocates say Sussex County’s law amounts to a “total ban” on retail stores. Many towns enacted outright bans. Wilmington is considering strict limits.
2 years ago
Listen 2:43After the UArts collapse, Pig Iron Theatre finds a new home at Rowan University
The Pig Iron School for devised theater will remain in Philadelphia while becoming part of New Jersey’s Rowan University.
2 years ago
Listen 1:13Commission members are already saying they may need more time. The earliest the recommendations could be included in the state budget is fiscal year 2027.
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