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Courts & Law

Philly reaches $110 million settlement in opioid lawsuit against Walgreens

The city sued Walgreens in 2021 for its alleged role in exacerbating the opioid epidemic.

2 years ago

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Maulik Pancholy
Education

Pa. school district cancels actor Maulik Pancholy’s speech over his activism and ‘lifestyle’

Pancholy, who is gay, was scheduled to speak against bullying during a May 22 assembly at Mountain View Middle School in Cumberland County.

2 years ago

A voter fills out their ballot in Cherry Hill, N.J. on Nov. 3, 2020. (Miguel Martinez for WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Appeals court leaves temporary hold on New Jersey’s county line primary ballot design in place

Once a pillar of politics in the state, the county line ballot began showing signs of crumbling this year.

2 years ago

election day at a polling place
Politics & Policy

What to expect in Pennsylvania’s presidential and state primaries

Pennsylvania is a critical swing state in the upcoming general election in November.

2 years ago

Michael Regan
Urban Planning

EPA designates 2 forever chemicals as hazardous substances, eligible for Superfund cleanup

The designation requires that releases of PFAs and PFOs into soil or water be reported to federal, state or tribal officials if they meet or exceed certain levels.

2 years ago

People discussing housing
Community

Philly’s housing market takes center stage during ‘Bridging Blocks’ event

About a dozen residents participated in Thursday’s discussion inside the Walnut Street West Library in University City.

2 years ago

Peter Nero, leader of the Philly Pops, smiles during a sound check on a stage at the foot of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, Monday, July 4, 2005, in Philadelphia, as he and other artists prepare to give a free concert with Elton John to celebrate America's Independence and to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS.
Arts & Entertainment

No Name Pops perform tribute to Peter Nero, former frontman of Philly Pops

Many members of the No Name Pops played under Nero when they were with the now-ailing Philly Pops.

2 years ago

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Oak tree pollen (Emma Lee/WHYY News)
Health

Philly, meet the new normal of spring allergy season

Tree and grass pollen are at extreme levels, according to local pollen counts. Experts say climate change is to blame for longer allergy seasons.

2 years ago

Listen 1:05
Priscilla Mpasi
Health

Delaware faces persistent health disparities, particularly for Black maternal health

Health disparities for Black maternity remain a challenge in Delaware. Advocates say the problem stems from systemic racism, implicit bias and injustice.

2 years ago

Listen 1:32
Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Matthew Bradford (center) talks about legislation aimed at preventing gun violence during a town hall at Villanova University.  (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Pa. House Dems propose new expulsion rules after Rep. Kevin Boyle voted remotely while facing a warrant

Democratic floor leader Rep. Matt Bradford proposed the rule change after Dem. Rep. Kevin Boyle voted remotely while being sought on charges he violated a restraining order.

2 years ago

President Joe Biden speaks alongside the Kennedy family
Politics & Policy

Thanks anyway, Bobby: In North Philly, Kennedy family endorses Biden for 2024 over one of their own

Joe Biden received the endorsement of the Kennedy family at large in Philadelphia on Thursday.

2 years ago

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Gov. Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Education

Shapiro says Pennsylvania will move all school standardized testing online in 2026

The governor said he would like to get rid of the federally required standardized tests altogether, but that would mean losing $600 million in federal aid.

2 years ago

Smoke shop corner store
Urban Planning

Upper Darby officials introduce plans to restrict excessive smoke shops

Township officials want to change zoning laws to clamp down on the rise of smoke shops, which have become a growing nuisance to community members.

2 years ago

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Closeup photo of Donald Trump's face
Courts & Law

12 jurors have been picked for Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Selection of alternates ongoing

The jury includes a sales professional, a software engineer, an English teacher and multiple lawyers.

2 years ago

The interior of the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
Politics & Policy

The vast majority of Pa. legislative races will effectively be decided during the primary

Pennsylvania's 2024 state House and Senate races will be decided by just a sliver of the voting population, thanks to closed primaries and non-competitive districts.

2 years ago

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