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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.

2 years 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.”

2 years 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.

2 years 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.

2 years 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.”

2 years 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.

2 years ago

Nate Golubiewski trying to use an EV charging station
Community

Philly property owners could soon face fines if their EV chargers don’t work

Electric vehicle owners say the city does not have enough public chargers, and the ones that do exist need to be maintained.

2 years ago

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Construction equipment at the site of the former PES Refinery
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia City Council approves extension of tax breaks for former PES refinery site

The Keystone Opportunity Zone extension, which still needs to be approved by the Board of Education, would stretch through 2043.

2 years ago

Bonnie Watson Coleman and Darius Mayfield
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 12th Congressional District candidates Bonnie Watson Coleman, Darius Mayfield

The race for New Jersey's 12th district is heating up and it is a rematch.

2 years ago

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two pieces side by side
Arts & Entertainment

Two rural museums outside Philadelphia partner to present the work of Wharton Esherick

The Brandywine and Wharton Esherick museums — both tucked into the woods 30 miles apart — exhibit the work of the master craftsman, together.

2 years ago

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Amanda Sobhy on the squash court
Community

Pro squash player shares her love of the sport ahead of U.S. championships in West Philly

Pro squash player Amanda Sobhy, ranked No. 2 in the U.S., reflects on her journey and the growth of squash in the U.S. ahead of the U.S. Open Championships in West Philly.

2 years ago

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Bob Casey and Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy

$240M floods Pa. Senate race; McCormick’s super PAC leads in spending

Super PAC money dwarfed the candidates’ own spending. Millions from GOP megadonors have helped McCormick offset a smaller fundraising haul.

2 years ago

Voting booths
Politics & Policy

To cast a Pennsylvania ballot, voters must be registered by Oct. 21

Applicants must be 18 years old on the day of the election, a U.S. citizen and a resident of Pennsylvania and the district where they are registering to vote for.

2 years ago

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar
Politics & Policy

Israel says it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza

Israeli leaders celebrated his killing as a settling of scores, just over a year after Hamas-led militants surged out of Gaza into southern Israel in the Oct. 7 attack.

2 years ago

bikers on MLK Drive
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Bike Ride, a coffee festival and Afro-Cuban All-Stars in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 17–20: Philadelphia Film Festival, Debbie Gibson in New Jersey and “The Winter’s Tale” gala in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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