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Juneteenth celebration starts with flag raising at Philadelphia City Hall
The flag raising kicks off a series of Philly events leading up to the big Juneteenth parade and festival on June 16.
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Listen 1:18Trump’s attacks on U.S. justice system after his conviction could be used by autocrats, say experts
After being found guilty in his hush money case, the former president made unfounded claims of a “rigged” trial, which analysts say could undermine international relations.
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What to make of the new COVID variants, FLiRT
As much as we would all love to ignore COVID, a new set of variants that scientists call “FLiRT” is here to remind us that the virus is still with us.
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Celebrating Black joy: The enduring appeal of the Roots Picnic
The Roots hosted the 15th iteration of their iconic Philly music festival with performances from Jill Scott, André 3000 and more.
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Answers to your questions about Donald Trump’s historic hush money trial conviction
Here are answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding Trump's conviction.
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Philly health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport
A person with measles who traveled through Terminal A West on May 31 may have exposed others to the virus, city officials say.
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The Cohanzick Longhouse Sanctuary sought to continue using its property as a worship site before the Quinton Township planning board.
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Listen 5:03A spot in the borough newsletter? How Media Borough incentivizes sustainable businesses
Participating shops receive a sticker, table placards — and a promotional boost from the borough.
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SEPTA’s commuter parking spots won’t be free for much longer
Since March 2020, parking at 146 SEPTA station stops have been free for commuters, but ridership recovery and a budget crunch are changing that.
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Listen 1:03Flood risk is increasing in the Philly region. Here’s what you need to know
Here’s what to do if you’re caught in a flash flood, how you can protect yourself from increased flood risk and how climate change factors in.
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Photos: Philadelphia celebrates Pride Month with march and festival
Thousands marched through Center City to Philadelphia’s Gayborhood with a record-breaking 400-foot Pride flag and one simple message: “Be You.”
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Listen 1:47Drag queen story reading in Philly sets Guinness World Record for attendance, organizers say
Saturday's reading at the National Constitution Center brought 263 people to kick off Pride Month celebrations in the birthplace of America.
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‘Furious’ and ‘appalled’: Students, alum react to University of the Arts closure
The university has canceled summer courses, and will not enroll new classes in the fall.
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Suzan-Lori Parks’ “Father Comes Home From the Wars,” set during the Civil War, has its Philadelphia premiere during Juneteenth.
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Listen 1:40The University of the Arts in Philadelphia announces sudden closure
University President Kerry Walk announced that the school will close for good on June 7.
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