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PlanPhilly
Weather

Philly is under a Heat Health Emergency, with heat index values up to 105 degrees. Here’s what to know

Wednesday will be the final day of excessive heat and humidity "for a while," per the NWS Mount Holly branch.

2 years ago

Wildwood Police Dept
Courts & Law

Man in custody after Wildwood shooting that left innocent bystander seriously injured

William C Hoyle, who was wanted for a shooting that left an innocent bystander in critical condition in Wildwood, New Jersey, has been taken into custody.

2 years ago

Police tape and the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind
Community
6abc

Officer hospitalized after stolen car crashes into police cruiser in Germantown

The officer was taken to the hospital for observation but is expected to be okay.

2 years ago

FILE - Dr. Ruth Westheimer signs a copy of her book
Community

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, America’s diminutive and pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96

Westheimer’s giggly, German-accented voice, coupled with her 4-foot-7 frame, made her an unlikely looking — and sounding — outlet for “sexual literacy.”

2 years ago

Walter D'Alessio
Urban Planning

Remembering Walter D’Alessio, civic leader and transformative figure in Philadelphia’s urban development

Walt D’Alessio, the head of the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority and Philadelphia Industrial Development Corp., died at his home at the age of 90.

2 years ago

Joe Biden and pastor Dr. J. Louis Felton
Politics & Policy

Pastors see a wariness among Black men to talk abortion politics as Biden works to shore up base

The issue remains a critical concern, but after his dismal debate performance, Biden is now busy trying to shore up his loyal base, including Black men.

2 years ago

Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa.
Politics & Policy

Swing-state Democrat Casey walks a fine line between his own campaign and turmoil surrounding Biden

With control of the Senate on the line, the drama surrounding President Joe Biden is an unwelcome development for Democrats.

2 years ago

Delaware SNAP Smart Shopper program
Money

Delaware picked for White House ‘Smart Shopper’ pilot program to help reduce hunger

Delaware will be the first place the Smart Shopper app will be available. About 13% of state residents receive federal food assistance.

2 years ago

Listen 0:53
dairy cows
Health

Pa. extends human influenza testing into summer amid bird flu outbreak

More cases of avian influenza, or bird flu, are now being detected in livestock like dairy cows and other mammals, including a small number of humans.

2 years ago

Amanda Zurawski
Politics & Policy

‘No state will be safe’: Biden campaign event in Bucks County highlights abortion rights

Amanda Zurawski nearly died due to catastrophic complications during pregnancy in 2022.

2 years ago

Listen 1:10
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks at Philadelphia International Airport, Feb. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia.
Politics & Policy

Judge upholds Parker’s return-to-office mandate. Philly city workers must be in person full-time starting Monday

Philly city worker union AFSCME lost a court case that would have blocked Mayor Cherelle Parker’s return to office mandate on Monday.

2 years ago

Listen 1:07
A SEPTA train
Urban Planning

SEPTA receives roughly $51 million in temporary budget deal. It was expecting $161 million.

SEPTA expected $161 million from the state. It will receive less than 1/3 of that to hold it over until lawmakers revisit the issue in the fall.

2 years ago

Columbus Boulevard
Urban Planning

I-95 construction update: Columbus Boulevard closures to start soon

Work on the I-95 cap project will reduce Columbus Boulevard to one lane in spots, which could cause major traffic delays.

2 years ago

The Pa. State Capitol seen from the distance
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania lawmakers approve sale of canned alcoholic drinks in grocery stores and more retailers

The bill restricts the sale of the drinks to before 11 p.m. Ready-to-drink canned cocktails have boomed in popularity in recent years.

2 years ago

Offshore Wind New Jersey
Science

Previous bidder tries again with new offshore wind proposal in New Jersey

Community Offshore Wind submitted a bid Wednesday to build a wind farm off the state’s southern coast.

2 years ago

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