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Philly Thrive co-director Shawmar Pitts
PlanPhilly
Community

Environmental justice activists push for home repair and renewable energy money in Philly budget

Activists with Philly Thrive argue repairs help residents stay in their homes and adapt to climate change. At least one member of City Council is listening.

1 year ago

The TikTok Inc. building is seen in Culver City, Calif., on March 17, 2023.
Courts & Law

TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit

The agency is also scrutinizing the company over potential violations of a children's privacy law.

1 year ago

A ball goes through a basket before a second-round college basketball game between Iowa and West Virginia in the NCAA Tournament, Monday, March 25, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Politics & Policy

NCAA President Charlie Baker urges state lawmakers to ban prop betting on college athletes

Ohio, Vermont and Maryland are among the states that have removed prop betting on college athletes.

1 year ago

foldable voting booths
Politics & Policy

Court tosses Republican Pennsylvania lawmakers’ challenge of state, federal voter access actions

“A vague, generalized allegation that elections, generally, will be undermined, is not the type of case or controversy that this court may rule on," the judge said.

1 year ago

Mature trees shade a picnic area which is slated to become a soccer field
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Tree clearing in FDR Park gets approval from Philly zoning board

The decision comes days after a group of residents filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the park renovation.

1 year ago

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Cherry blossoms on a tree
Community

Cherry blossoms are blooming in Philly at the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center

Head gardener Sandi Polyakov says the cherry blossoms evoke a poetic moment of ephemerality.

1 year ago

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A container rests against wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge
Community

Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say

The bodies of two of six workers who plunged into the water were recovered earlier Wednesday. The others are presumed dead.

1 year ago

An American flag flies on a moored boat as the container ship Dali rests against wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, Tuesday, March 26, 2024, as seen from Pasadena, Md.
Community

What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse

A cargo ship rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Bridge early Tuesday, causing the span to collapse and the presumed deaths of six people. Here's what we know so far.

1 year ago

Tamika Nwalipenja (left) speaks during an WHYY Bridging Blocks event
Politics & Policy

WHYY’s Bridging Blocks discussion on reproductive rights finds common ground through diverse perspectives

Despite diverging viewpoints, attendees agreed that stronger support systems are needed for children and families.

1 year ago

A person holds up a lottery ticket
Money

Handpicked numbers were the golden ticket to the $1.13B Mega Millions jackpot in New Jersey

The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302.6 million.

1 year ago

mifepristone
Courts & Law

‘Safe and effective’: Pa. pols, doctors and activists react to SCOTUS hearing on abortion pill

A group of doctors challenged the FDA’s authority to approve mifepristone, an abortion drug. The case went to the Supreme Court, which heard oral arguments Tuesday.

1 year ago

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Elizabeth Humphrey's installation,
Arts & Entertainment

‘Black women in art’: 2 installations at the Delaware Art Museum tackle underrepresentation

“There Is a Woman in Every Color” aims to celebrate womanhood and the contributions of Black women to the world of art.

1 year ago

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The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Health

Delaware state employees to see health premiums rise 27% starting July 1

COVID-19 enhancements also disappear later this year for workers and retirees.

1 year ago

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Ships could be diverted to Philly after the Baltimore bridge collapse. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

In the wake of Baltimore bridge collapse, ships could be diverted to Philly

The Baltimore port is now inaccessible, meaning nearby ports need to absorb the traffic.

1 year ago

WHYY News will host its first civic news conference May 3–4.
Community

WHYY News to host its first civic news conference May 3-4

The events are open to the public and free to attend, but registration is required. A panel will feature journalists implementing civic dialogue and community building.

1 year ago

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