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David McCormick
Politics & Policy

In Pennsylvania’s Senate race, McCormick elevates the Israel-Hamas war in a bid for Jewish voters

McCormick says the Biden administration hasn't backed Israel strongly enough since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.

1 year ago

Overhead view of sinkhole in the street
Community
6abc

Large sinkhole opens up in Delran, N.J.

Officials say a major sewer line collapsed on Leon Ave., causing a portion of the roadway to cave in.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni
Community

Eagles defensive coordinator Sean Desai has been fired by coach Nick Sirianni, AP source says

The Birds went from 10-1 to losing in the wild-card round to the Buccaneers after finishing 11-6 in the regular season.

1 year ago

Dr. Nikia Owens, PhD, smiles as she poses for a photo.
Money

Philly nonprofit seeks to help 30,000 residents get bigger tax refunds

As tax season begins, Campaign for Working Families wants to be the alternative to for-profit tax refund businesses hawking cash advances for big fees.

1 year ago

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Hikers in Ridley State Park in Media, Pa.
Community

Pa. gives $400,000 to Delco playground, parks and trail projects

A Delco playground, a park and a trail will each be getting an allotment of the funding via the state’s Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program.

1 year ago

a sample New Jersey REAL ID
Community

The most recent REAL ID deadline, and what New Jersey drivers need to do to get one

New Jersey drivers must follow strict rules to get a REAL ID license by the federal deadline.

1 year ago

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Bags of trash are visible on the sidewalk.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Advocates urge Parker administration to let small waste haulers dump at city-run sites

The idea is to give small haulers an affordable, legal disposal option — so they don’t dump construction debris on empty lots around the city.

1 year ago

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Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to supporters during a caucus night party, Jan. 15, 2024, in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Politics & Policy

Ron DeSantis ends his struggling presidential bid before New Hampshire and endorses Donald Trump

He now turns to completing his second and final term as Florida governor, ending in 2027.

1 year ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) shoots in front of Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (35) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Community

Joel Embiid scores 33 points, 76ers beat Hornets 97-89 for 5th straight victory

Tobias Harris added 21 points and Tyrese Maxey had 16 points and eight assists to help Philadelphia improve to 28-13.

1 year ago

Israeli soldiers travel on an army armored personnel carrier (APC) near the Israeli-Gaza border as smoke rises to the sky in the Gaza Strip, seen from southern Israel, Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)
Community

Palestinian death toll in Gaza surpasses 25,000 while Israel announces the death of another hostage

The level of death, destruction and displacement from the war is without precedent in the decades-old Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

1 year ago

yellow police crime scene tape with a blurred police car in the background.
Community
6abc

Hatboro man charged with killing neighbor after feud over loud snoring

A man is accused of stabbing to death a neighbor with whom he had long feuded over the accused man's loud snoring that could be heard through a wall connecting their homes.

1 year ago

Mikaya
Community

Foster care experience, childhood abuse and trauma can affect housing stability, experts say

Nearly 60% of youth identified as “homeless” have experienced foster care, abuse or domestic violence, experts say.

1 year ago

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BOILWATER
Weather

Boil water advisory lifted for parts of Montgomery County

Pennsylvania American Water reported that the issue was resolved and chlorine levels have returned to normal.

1 year ago

Blue Mountain 2
Community

After a two-year snow lull, Delaware Valley ski resorts are celebrating and opening more trails

Skiers, snowboarders and snow-tubers are hitting the slopes after the big snowstorm.

1 year ago

The Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia during a snow storm on Jan. 19, 2024.
Weather

Black ice and bitter winds left from snowstorm’s aftemath. Here’s the latest forecast

The combination of black ice and cold winds may cause problems for commutes throughout the day.

1 year ago

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