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Events throughout the city will honor the “unsung heroes” who help elections run smoothly and recruit more young people to work the polls.
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Listen 0:55A South Philly woman is providing access to menstrual, postpartum products, one shed at a time
Grab n’ Flow provides free, anonymous access to menstrual and postpartum products at three locations in South and West Philadelphia.
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Listen 1:06Transgender runner Evie Parts sues NCAA and Swarthmore College for removal from track team
The claim states the NCAA is not a governmental organization and doesn’t have jurisdiction over Pennsylvania state law or Title IX.
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The Association for Public Art’s “Bar None” by Nicolo Gentile reflects on the history of the Parkway as a crucial site of public assembly.
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Listen 1:16The event features Latino performers, games and activities for children and a dozen food trucks offering Latino and Hispanic cuisine.
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New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know before you vote
New Jersey’s general election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.
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Mayor Parker announces new contract for Philadelphia police officers
The mayor said the agreement with the police union would cost the city $343 million over five years and would allow civilians to take over more administrative tasks.
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Listen 1:09Norristown chooses Michael Trail as police chief
Michael Trail, who is currently Lansdale’s top cop, would become Norristown’s fourth police chief in four years.
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In a 3-peat, WHYY News wins national Edward R. Murrow Award for its Climate Fixers series
The award-winning Climate Fixers profiled “innovative people working locally to cool the earth, heal the planet and help neighbors thrive.”
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Bristol archive initiative is documenting the history of the borough’s Puerto Rican community
Joel Berrocal, executive director of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, is teaming up with Grundy Library to collect stories from Bristol’s Puerto Rican community.
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Listen 1:52The county’s first cannabis shop blends surf shop charm with strict compliance, community engagement and education for customers 21 to 90.
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Electricity bills are going up in the Philly region. Who’s in charge of the grid, anyway?
A little-known organization called PJM Interconnection directs the flow of electricity. Here’s how its actions can impact your bills.
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As the Pennsylvania legislature continues to haggle over a budget, SEPTA says it will move forward with cuts as planned.
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Listen 1:41Philadelphians fighting FDR Park renovation can continue their case in city court, judge says
It’s a procedural win for opponents of the renovation, who argue turf athletic fields and a new tidal wetland will radically change the park.
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Listen 1:07Delaware State University President Tony Allen charged with drunk driving
Tony Allen, who chaired a college advisory panel for former President Biden, was pulled over near Smyrna on July 21. He faces arraignment next month.
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