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Kevin Hart is joining a select group honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American humor
The comedian who rose from Philly's open mics and comedy clubs will be awarded at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. on Sunday night.
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New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy suspends her Senate campaign to replace indicted Sen. Menendez
Murphy announced her decision in a video posted to her social media on Sunday. Her decision to drop out likely clears the way for U.S. Rep. Andy Kim in the Democratic primary.
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Shapiro’s alternative to a key climate program comes with one major catch: It needs GOP support
Pennsylvania's governor is seeking GOP buy-in to his proposition for a state-based alternative to a cap-and-trade program aimed at fighting climate change.
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Bensalem teen accused of killing 12-year-old girl sentenced to 15 to 40 years
Ash Cooper, 18, pleaded guilty Thursday to third-degree murder in the November 2022 death of 12-year-old Morgan Connors. Prosecutors said a motive was never revealed.
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Recovery operations continue for 6-year-old girl who fell into Chester, Pa. creek
Officials say Lin'ajah Brooker was playing with two other children when she slipped and fell into the fast-moving creek near 8th Street.
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A recent study by the CDC showed the antibody shot prevented RSV hospitalization in 90% of infants.
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‘Libraries have evolved’: How Delaware libraries are expanding to enhance access for all
Planned upgrades at Delaware libraries include new wellness centers, additional study rooms and workforce development services.
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Listen 1:36Camden, the City Invincible, hosts its first-ever TEDx conference, inviting five speakers to share their innovative ideas with interested participants.
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UN chief says it’s time to ‘truly flood’ Gaza with aid and calls starvation there an outrage
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres urged an immediate cease-fire between Israel and Hamas.
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Drag story hour at Pa. library canceled after suspicious package and threats, authorities say
A state police bomb squad later cleared the library, but police said “additional reported threats” were still being investigated.
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Eastern State Penitentiary has launched a family-friendly offering for spring break
A former Philly penitentiary, now a museum, is presenting a spring break exhibit highlighting sports and recreation behind bars.
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Mega Millions jackpot soars to nearly $1 billion. Here’s what to know
Since three months have passed without a winner, the Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $977 million.
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Pennsylvania lawmakers push to find out causes of death for older adults in abuse or neglect cases
Shapiro's Department of Aging has balked at the idea raised by Republican lawmakers.
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The National Weather Service issues a flood warning, advisory and watch, and a wind advisory for the region.
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Human composting? Legislation allowing organic cremation heads to Del. Gov. John Carney’s desk
The legislation allows an environmentally-friendly cremation option that turns the body into soil. It passed with bipartisan support in both chambers.
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