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An electron micrograph of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, also known as RSV, which is the leading cause of hospitalizations among infants in the U.S.
Health

Study shows new infant RSV antibody shot is highly effective. Delaware Valley pediatricians are hopeful for more protections next fall

A recent study by the CDC showed the antibody shot prevented RSV hospitalization in 90% of infants.

1 year ago

The North Wilmington Branch Library as viewed from the outside
Community

‘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.

1 year ago

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Queena Bergen performs onstage
Community

Camden’s first TEDx conference tackles privilege, deep fakes, quantum physics and healing a touch-starved generation

Camden, the City Invincible, hosts its first-ever TEDx conference, inviting five speakers to share their innovative ideas with interested participants.

1 year ago

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres speaks after his visit to the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, Saturday, March 23, 2024. Arabic reads,
Community

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.

1 year ago

Pa. State Trooper car
Community

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.

1 year ago

Visitors look at an exhibit on the wall at the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site.
Arts & Entertainment

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.

1 year ago

A person holds up a lottery ticket
Money

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.

1 year ago

A view from below of the dome of the State Capitol building in Harrisburg, Pa., with blue sky in the background.
Politics & Policy

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.

1 year ago

debris on the street
Weather

Heavy rain could cause minor flooding and ponding on roads in Philly and parts of Jersey and Delaware this weekend

The National Weather Service issues a flood warning, advisory and watch, and a wind advisory for the region.

1 year ago

Micah Truman holding a container filled with soil
Politics & Policy

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.

1 year ago

Argentina's Nicolas Gonzalez, left, collides with El Salvador's Melvin Cruz during the first half of a friendly soccer match
Arts & Entertainment

Argentina beats El Salvador 3-0 as Philly prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

“For us as Philadelphia to be a host to players that are so ingrained in soccer worldwide is awesome,” Meg Kane, host city executive of Philadelphia Soccer 2026, said.

1 year ago

Flooding on Columbus Blvd.
Weather
6abc

Flooding concerns tomorrow for the Philadelphia region

Rain becomes heavy at times during the middle of the day on Saturday. The heaviest rain looks to fall along the I-95 corridor and areas east of that.

1 year ago

5 women posing for a photo together
Education

Philly teen girls get life lessons from successful Black women at Women’s History Month luncheon

Students from el Centro de Estudiantes and Vaux Big Picture High School were inspired by community leaders and discussed mental health, education and societal stereotypes.

1 year ago

Listen 1:21
New Philly Police officers take the oath of office as they stand on a stage.
Courts & Law

New police officers to hit the streets in Philly as city struggles to fill vacancies

The officers join Philly’s police department at a time when the Parker administration is rolling out safer streets initiatives.

1 year ago

Shown are blighted and abandoned row homes in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly City Council probes blight-busting law with hopes of change

Since its enactment in 2008, critics say Act 135 has harmed property owners in vulnerable city neighborhoods.

1 year ago

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