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Police are seen overhead following a series of stabbings in Center City
Community
6abc

SEPTA police shoot man who allegedly stabbed 3 people, including security guard

According to SEPTA police, the suspect was attempting to stab people on the northbound platform at the Walnut-Locust Station.

2 years ago

Delaware State University
Education

Delaware State University sets enrollment record, improves student retention

The state-sponsored Inspire Scholarship and the Early College School that takes kids starting in middle school have brought more students to the Dover school.

2 years ago

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A tree branch encased in ice is visible in the foreground. In the background is a snow-covered field and a car driving on a road.
Community

Arborists encourage homeowners to prepare their trees for winter

Winter storms, heavy snow, and ice can damage trees, arborists say.

2 years ago

tents in the train station concourse
Community

Philadelphia declares ‘Code Blue’ ahead of dangerous cold this week

Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Service issues a Code Blue when wind chill temperatures feel near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

2 years ago

View of the river
Community

Schuylkill River Trail partners closer to goal of creating a continuous trail from Philadelphia to Schuylkill County

The multi-use Schuylkill River Trail is built mostly on abandoned railroad lines. It passes some historical sites tied to the American Revolution.

2 years ago

signage at a park
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania is investing millions to ensure people of all backgrounds, abilities have access to public lands

Pennsylvania agencies overseeing outdoor recreation have made headway in expanding access to public lands, but not everyone feels safe or welcome at parks and forests.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts celebrates after scoring the game-winning touchdown against the Buffalo Bills
Community

Jalen Hurts runs for winning TD in overtime, Eagles rally past Josh Allen, Bills 37-34

“We found a way at the end and made it happen,” Hurts said.

2 years ago

Left to right: Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Ahmed
Courts & Law

Haverford student among 3 men of Palestinian descent shot near University of Vermont; suspect pleads not guilty

“In this charged moment, no one can look at this incident and not suspect that it may have been a hate-motivated crime," said Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger.

2 years ago

Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer
Politics & Policy

Jack Stollsteimer, Delco’s top prosecutor, becomes fifth Democrat to run for Pa. AG

Other Democratic contenders include state Rep. Jared Solomon, former state Auditor General Eugene DePasquale, former federal prosecutor Joe Kahn, and  Keir Bradford-Grey.

2 years ago

Pedestrian bridge closed off for construction
Urban Planning

I-95 cap project update: Lane closures expected as demolition work begins at Walnut Street bridge, rotunda

Demolition of the rotunda is scheduled to begin after the holiday weekend. Work will then focus on the section of the bridge spanning Columbus Boulevard.

2 years ago

File photo: Hoboken Police officers stand watch outside the United Synagogue of Hoboken, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, in Hoboken, N.J. (AP Photo/Ryan Kryska)
Community

N.J. law enforcement, religious leaders review threat landscape and discuss security measures at houses of worship

More than 200 religious leaders from across the Garden State gathered for a meeting on security threats.

2 years ago

Susan Armstrong-Magidson poses for a photo while seated on a bench next to pet pig Fiona
Community

Bucks County organization works to find forever homes for abused and abandoned pet pigs

Interested in adopting a pet pig? They’re smart, emotional, and clever.

2 years ago

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A doula places their hands on a pregnant person's stomach.
Health

Philadelphia doula program could promote recovery and prevent drug overdose deaths, study finds

Philly’s Community Doula Support Program launched in early 2020 in response to rising drug overdose deaths among pregnant and postpartum people.

2 years ago

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icebergs
Science

One of world’s largest icebergs drifting beyond Antarctic waters after it was grounded for 3 decades

The iceberg is about three times the size of New York City and more than twice the size of Greater London, measuring around 4,000 square kilometers (1,500 square miles).

2 years ago

People waiting in line
Community
6abc

Travelers at PHL say return home easier than expected on busy weekend travel day

This morning at PHL, travelers were met with roughy a 25-minute wait.

2 years ago

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