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Video projection part of the art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

The last picture show: After a century of exhibitions, the Philadelphia Art Alliance hosts what might be its final art show

The former mansion will close with the rest of the University of the Arts.

1 year ago

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This photo from June 21, 2019 shows flames and smoke emerging from the Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining Complex in Philadelphia. The blaze and a series of explosions shook homes and caused extensive damage at the refinery, the largest on the East Coast. The company shuttered the 150-year-old site and laid off workers. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
PlanPhilly
Community

‘This is how I’m gonna die’: Former employees remember the PES refinery explosion, 5 years later

A series of explosions in 2019 shuttered the largest oil refinery on the East Coast. Here’s a look back at that day.

1 year ago

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Meek Mill stands in front of a crowd of people, with Gov. Shapiro and other elected officials in the background
Courts & Law

After 5-year battle, new Pa. probation reforms pushed by Meek Mill go into effect

Pennsylvania has one of the most restrictive probation systems in the country. A new law seeks to change that.

1 year ago

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U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., leaves the Manhattan federal court after the second day of jury selection in his trial, Tuesday, May, 14, 2024, in New York.
Courts & Law

Gold bars and Sen. Bob Menendez’s curiosity about their price takes central role at bribery trial

Prosecutors showed jurors multiple instances when Menendez researched the value of gold as he tried to help a businessman who authorities say bribed him with gold and cash.

1 year ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Politics & Policy

RFK Jr.’s campaign files petitions to get on presidential ballot in swing-state Pennsylvania

Thursday's filing comes six weeks before the Aug. 1 deadline. Kennedy must file 5,000 signatures of registered voters to qualify for the state ballot.

1 year ago

Cannabis rally
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Legal cannabis likely won’t be in this year’s budget, but supporters say there’s a silver lining

Advocates for legal cannabis say they're closer than ever to success, citing allies in both parties.

1 year ago

Rowhomes in Norristown, Pa.
Community

U.S. home prices have far outpaced paychecks. See what it looks like where you live

In nearly half of metro areas, buyers must make more than $100,000 to afford a median-priced home, a Harvard University report finds.

1 year ago

A transit security officer works on the platform of the Girard stop
Courts & Law

SEPTA stepping up penalties for quality-of-life crimes

Major crimes on SEPTA are down, but some offenses have been going unchecked. The transit agency is now working to increase enforcement.

1 year ago

rendering of Netflix House
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Netflix bringing immersive fan experience to King of Prussia

There will be dancing like on "Bridgerton," the glass bridge challenge based on "Squid Game," and food inspired by some of their other shows.

1 year ago

Ranger Suarez pitching during a game
Community

Phillies star pitcher Ranger Suárez overjoyed with pitching in front of family for 1st time

Phillies left-hander Ranger Suárez pitched in front of his wife and two young children in the United States for the first time in his professional career.

1 year ago

The back of a Philadelphia police van is seen on a street
Community

7 people wounded in North Philly shooting, police say

Police said no weapons were recovered at the scene and no arrests have been made.

1 year ago

Donna Bullock poses for a portrait
Politics & Policy

From the legislature to Project HOME: Pa. state Rep. Donna Bullock to bring ‘fighting spirit’ in new role as CEO

The decision comes nearly a year after Project HOME co-founders Sister Mary Scullion and Joan McConnon announced they would be stepping down.

1 year ago

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A dragon lantern is lit up at the park.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Chinese Lantern Festival, The Clay Fest, Clifford Brown Jazz Festival and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

June 20-23: Batman In Concert in Philly, Carlos Santana in N.J. and Wilmington Pride in Delaware are among this weekend’s highlights.

1 year ago

Listen 5:16
Delaware State Treasurer Colleen Davis in the courtyard outside her Wilmington office.
Politics & Policy

‘It’s tough’: Delaware Treasurer Colleen Davis shares health journey after testing positive for cancer-causing gene mutation

Davis was running for Delaware’s lone congressional seat when she discovered her family’s history included an unknown genetic condition.

1 year ago

Listen 3:56
Biden speaking in front of the backdrop of a U.S. flag
Politics & Policy

At Juneteenth summit, White House spells out Biden’s record on housing, economy and education

The administration points to health care, housing and education as areas that have benefitted Black Americans during President Joe Biden’s term.

1 year ago

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