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Urban Planning

Philly’s Avenue of the Arts to spend $100 million greenifying South Broad Street

Three decades after South Broad was designated as an arts destination, the Avenue of the Arts will be refreshed to attract more pedestrians.

2 years ago

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Bob Menendez
Courts & Law

Prosecutor tells New York City jury at bribery trial that Sen. Bob Menendez put power ‘up for sale’

Monteleoni's closing as the trial enters its ninth week in Manhattan federal court was expected to be about half finished when court concluded for the day.

2 years ago

Larry Krasner at a podium
Courts & Law

Philly DA vows to prosecute criminals regardless of the immigration status of the victim

After the conviction of a carjacker who targeted a victim from Brazil, DA Larry Krasner says his office will prosecute crimes no matter the victim's status.

2 years ago

A view of the exterior of the U.S. Supreme Court building on a sunny day.
Courts & Law

How the Supreme Court’s immunity decision affects Trump’s legal cases

The Supreme Court found presidents have absolute immunity for exercising core constitutional powers.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris greeting the audience as she walks on stage
Politics & Policy

Biden’s in trouble. That puts more scrutiny on Harris too

Vice President Harris, 59, would be a leading contender if President Biden steps aside from the 2024 race. Even if he stays in, Republicans are making her an issue.

2 years ago

President Joe Biden speaks in the Cross Hall of the White House Monday, July 1, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Biden tells Hill Democrats he won’t step aside, says of party drama: ‘It’s time for it to end’

Biden wrote in the two-page letter that “the question of how to move forward has been well-aired for over a week now. And it’s time for it to end.”

2 years ago

President Joe Biden attends a church service at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ
Politics & Policy

While Biden campaigns in Pa., some Democratic leaders in the House say he should step aside

The Democratic convention is fast approaching and Biden’s Friday interview with ABC has not convinced some who remain skeptical.

2 years ago

Andrea Lawful-Sanders
Politics & Policy
6abc

Philly host leaves radio station WURD after Biden campaign provides questions for interview

Andrea Lawful-Sanders used questions provided by Biden's campaign when she interviewed him after the first presidential debate.

2 years ago

SEPTA railroad crossing signs with cars on a road in the background.
Urban Planning

SEPTA is moving forward with plans to reimagine Ambler’s Regional Rail station

Nearly five acres of SEPTA parking lots, steps away from Ambler’s downtown, are earmarked for a transit-oriented redevelopment project.

2 years ago

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Kathy Jennings and Bethany Hall-Long
Politics & Policy

Millions in Delaware opioid relief dollars at risk of ‘fraud, waste, abuse’

A state probe targets Code Purple Kent County, whose leader gave gubernatorial candidate Bethany Hall-Long $1,200. She co-chairs the panel that gives grants.

2 years ago

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Jamie Glenn poses for a portrait on her street in Philadelphia's Eastwick neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Community

Philadelphians are missing out on flood insurance discounts. The city could cash in next year

Climate change will bring increased flooding to the Philly region, but flood insurance can be a hardship for many homeowners. A FEMA program could help lower the cost.

2 years ago

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David McCormick speaks during a campaign stop in Pennsylvania.
Politics & Policy

David McCormick claims he created ‘hundreds of jobs’ in Pennsylvania. Records suggest otherwise

The Republican nominee for Pa.’s U.S. Senate seat has touted his business leadership. Corporate filings show his job creation claims are inflated.

2 years ago

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A view of N. Broad St. in North Philly
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘No-brainer’ on Broad: PPA preparing to install automated speed cameras along Philly’s most dangerous roadway

Advocates hope the cameras will reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries along the busy corridor.

2 years ago

The TikTok Inc. building is seen in Culver City, Calif., on March 17, 2023.
Education
6abc

Middle schoolers create over 20 fake TikTok accounts impersonating teachers in Chester County

After consulting with law enforcement agencies, the Great Valley School District held an assembly for eighth-grade students to address the responsibility of social media.

2 years ago

President Joe Biden attends a church service at Church of God in Christ, Sunday, July 7, 2024, in Philadelphia (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Politics & Policy

Biden joins sermon at Church of God in Christ during 6th campaign visit to Philadelphia

Pennsylvania is considered a must-win in the 2024 presidential election. Biden’s visit comes amid calls that he should leave the race following a poor debate performance.

2 years ago

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