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New Jersey finds way to fund charter school buildings
A bill that reshapes the School Development Authority establishes a low-interest program for charter schools for their building needs.
1 year ago
Photo essay: The Philly region sees its first real snowfall
The snow drought in the Philadelphia area finally came to an end after 715 days.
1 year ago
Philadelphia Eagles face an uncertain offseason following their late-season collapse
There was no update on the fate of Sirianni or any members of his staff after a 10-1 start to a win-or-bust season ended with a 1-6 finish that included a playoff loss.
1 year ago
Pennsylvania can’t stop young adults from openly carrying guns during emergencies, U.S. court rules
The 3rd U.S. Circuit judges, in a 2-1 decision found that 18- to 20-year-olds enjoy the same Second Amendment rights as other citizens, just as they do the right to vote.
1 year ago
More than 1,400 Philadelphians are asking for help with snow, ice removal — with more to come
Requests were already pouring in after Philly’s first storm this week. Here’s what you need to know about snow and ice removal, and who’s responsible.
1 year ago
Penn researchers’ experiment shows how pigs could help people who have liver failure
Surgeons externally attached a pig liver to a brain-dead human body and watched it successfully filter blood.
1 year ago
What’s next for the Jan. 6th ethics complaint against Doug Mastriano
Mastriano is the subject of a new ethics complaint that alleges he helped incite the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump.
1 year ago
U.S. Justice Department reports alleged high rates of sexual abuse at the facility, and the state determined the facility should close in 2018.
1 year ago
Measles cases are rising in the Philly region. Here’s what you need to know
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that spreads through the air. Experts say vaccination is the greatest tool in preventing an outbreak’s spread.
1 year ago
Listen 1:14Drexel University is researching more environmentally friendly alternatives to road salt
Drexel researchers say self-heating concrete could replace road-damaging salt.
1 year ago
Listen 1:16Philly’s system for treating opioid use disorder is fragmented, study finds
Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University found that Philadelphians living with substance use disorder say housing, language and transportation are some barriers to services.
1 year ago
Philly officials advise caution as snow emergency expires: ‘Pack your patience’
A Code Blue remains in effect due to frigid temperatures.
1 year ago
CHOP to train Mastery Schools students for jobs in health care
CHOP and Mastery Schools are partnering to teach Philly high school students to serve in health care roles.
1 year ago
‘The most wonderful human being’: Revered Philly architect leaves behind lasting legacy
During Emanuel Kelly's long career, his firm Kelly Maiello worked on some of the city’s most prominent public buildings.
1 year ago
Gov. Carney calls out sick for State of the State as Delaware sees an uptick in flu and COVID
It’s not clear what the governor has, but lots of Delawareans are sick too with COVID and flu cases rising.
1 year ago
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