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Senate begins considering Democrats’ $1.9T virus relief bill
Democrats have made 11th-hour changes in the measure aimed at ensuring they can pull President Joe Biden’s top legislative priority through the precariously divided chamber.
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N.J. saw a slight uptick in drug overdose deaths in 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy said the increased feelings of isolation and anxiety caused by the pandemic had officials worried the number would be even higher.
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‘It’s his story to tell’: Camden High basketball star stands by article that outraged others
The Courier Post is under fire for a headline perceived as racist. Ta’Quan Woodley, the subject of the story, stands with the publication and urges calm among his supporters.
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N.J. says no need to file new unemployment claim as benefit year ends
The announcement comes as new unemployment claims in N.J. are at their lowest levels since the pandemic began.
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Philly Council creates anti-violence hotline as residents demand more action on gun crisis
A bill passed Thursday will create a still-unfunded hotline designed to connect people affected by gun violence to available support resources and services.
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Philly DA charges Proud Boys member with harassing woman online
Kyle Boell allegedly sent the messages via Twitter. He is charged with terroristic threats and harassment, both misdemeanors.
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How Rite Aid’s ‘glitch’ helped suburban residents get Philly’s vaccine supply
The pharmacy chain turned away eligible city residents under 75 despite qualifying health conditions, but accepted those with suburban addresses.
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Pa. coronavirus update: State to open 30 vaccine clinics for school staff; Penn Relays canceled
Pa. plans to operate nearly 30 COVID-19 vaccination clinics to inoculate school teachers and support staff, including bus drivers and cafeteria workers.
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7 people were shot, 3 fatally, over less than 6 hours in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Wednesday’s violence comes as shootings and homicides continue to surge at historic levels and police struggle to make arrests in both fatal and non-fatal shooting cases.
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Philly on course for educators to be fully vaccinated by early April
In roughly a week, all educators who signed up for a vaccine will have received at least one dose.
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17% of food production globally wasted, UN report estimates
A new report from the United Nations estimates that 17% of food produced globally is wasted each year. But the report notes the need for better data on food waste globally.
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Police request 60-day extension of National Guard at US Capitol
The request underscores the continuing concerns about security and the potential for violence at the Capitol, two months after rioters stormed the building.
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How some Philadelphia apartment buildings are getting their residents COVID-19 vaccines
The complexes arrange the shots directly through pharmacies. Residents currently ineligible might receive vaccines along with their neighbors.
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When campus is not a bubble, how does a university enforce physical distancing rules?
Thousands of university students live in Philadelphia — off campus. Their pandemic parties and study sessions are not pleasing the neighbors.
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How a Philly woman is building her business on a $10 house won in a lottery
Racqueal Howard won an only-in-Philly lottery and is now moving forward with a plan to redevelop a vacant Philadelphia Housing Authority property.
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