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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Jackie Robinson showing students work
Science

Once incarcerated, Philly expert moves students into climate-solution careers

Jackie Robinson, a building trades instructor, spent time in prison but now works at a nonprofit that teaches students how to make homes more climate-friendly.

2 years ago

The exterior of SEPTA's HQ building
Courts & Law
6abc

Police ID man wanted in connection with triple shooting on SEPTA bus in Philadelphia

Authorities say they are searching for 18-year-old Raphael Ezeamaka from Darby, Pennsylvania.

2 years ago

Ed Crimi, owner and curator of VAMPA
Arts & Entertainment

Doylestown’s VAMPA Museum: Where history meets the paranormal

Vampire stakes, exorcism chairs and dolls that move: The Vampire and Paranormal Museum in Bucks County displays a rich history of the supernatural.

2 years ago

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John Legend
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Film Festival highlights local filmmakers with ‘Filmadelphia’ programming

Director Bill Nicoletti’s “The Philly Sound…Heard ‘Round the World” will screen at this year’s festival. The film documents the history of Sigma Sounds Studio.

2 years ago

Ashley Ehasz and Brian Fitzpatrick headshots
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic challenger Ashley Ehasz

Ashley Ehasz is challenging Republican incumbent Brian Fitzpatrick in another bid to unseat the U.S. congressman.

2 years ago

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Cherita Evans aka Storm the Barber, with Christian Pounds in her chair at Head Changerz Barber Lounge in Rocky Mount, N.C. on May 23, 2024. (Andrea Ellen Reed/NPR)
Politics & Policy

What the Harris campaign is doing to try to win over more Black men

VP Harris joined Charlamagne Tha God to discuss the role of Black men in politics, Obama’s legacy, and the importance of leadership and representation in shaping the future.

2 years ago

police car lights flashing
Courts & Law
6abc

3 nurses injured in hit-and-run outside of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Philadelphia police say the driver of a silver Jeep Cherokee struck three nurses around 4:22 a.m. Saturday morning while fleeing the hospital.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles safety Rodney McLeod (23) celebrates with fans after making an interception against Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in the final minute the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. Philadelphia won 20-16. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Community

Former Eagles star expands ‘Next Man Up’ mentorship program to second Philly school

From classrooms to communities: Rodney McLeod's mentorship program inspires growth and success in Philadelphia’s youth.

2 years ago

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File photo: Harvard Professor Cornel West speaks at a campaign rally for Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., at the Whittemore Center Arena at the University of New Hampshire, Feb. 10, 2020, in Durham, N.H. West says he will run for president in 2024 as third-party candidate.
Politics & Policy

Third-party candidate Cornel West loses bid to get on Pennsylvania’s presidential ballot

A federal judge is turning down third-party candidate Cornel West’s request to be put on Pennsylvania’s presidential ballot.

2 years ago

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Education

Grammy award-winning singer Jill Scott gets emotional as new mural dedicated at her alma mater, Philadelphia High School for Girls

Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker joined Superintendent Tony Watlington and Mural Arts executive director Jane Golden for the special dedication in North Philly.

2 years ago

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Homes adjacent to Interstate 95
Community

Philadelphia and Wilmington listed as some of the least safe cities in the country, according to a new report

While Wilmington ranks as one of the least safe cities, it has some of the largest number of law enforcement employees per capita.

2 years ago

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students sitting for a commencement ceremony
Arts & Entertainment

The Curtis Institute has been Philly’s musical bedrock for 100 years

The Curtis marks its 100th birthday this weekend with concerts and an open house of its historic Rittenhouse Square campus.

2 years ago

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people dancing
Arts & Entertainment

Photo essay: YèShì Chinatown Night Market dazzles thousands of people through art, food and dance

Through 10th and Race streets, Chinatown residents, restaurants and artists gave visitors an escape from the everyday experiences of Philadelphia.

2 years ago

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a screenshot of an ad shows Kamala Harris and Kimberly Burrell
Politics & Policy

‘You’ve stolen my voice’: Philly mother featured in ad attacking Kamala Harris calls on Trump to take it down

The self-described “lifelong Democrat” appeared on a televised voter roundtable in July. She says her comments are being taken out of context and used in support of Trump.

2 years ago

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side-by-side photos of Rep. Tomlinson and Anand Patel
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. K.C. Tomlinson and Democratic challenger Anand Patel

Democrat Anand Patel is challenging Republican incumbent K.C. Tomlinson in House District 18 in Bucks County. The race may determine which party controls the state House.

2 years ago

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