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Politics & Policy

A year of transition: Philly sees drop in poverty, violent crime, but deep-seated issues remain, Pew report says

The 2024 State of The City report outlined Philadelphia’s improving economic metrics — and ever-present factors that threaten future progress.

2 years ago

Maiken Scott
Science

WHYY’s ‘The Pulse’ celebrates 10 years on the air

Supporters leaned in to watch host Maiken Scott interview guests live for her weekly science and health show.

2 years ago

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Cherry blossoms on a tree
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Cherry Blossom Festival, Philadanco and ‘Hadestown’ in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 11–14: Chef Conference in Philly, Vicki Lawrence in N.J. and “Deathtrap” in Del. are among the weekend highlights.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia City Councilmember Jim Harrity
Community

Philly City Council may expand ‘displaced worker’ law despite business pushback

As office towers are retrofitted, residential buildings’ unionized cleaners in Center City say they worry about job security. But businesses say proposed changes go too far.

2 years ago

HOMES Campaign organizers
Community

‘Profit over people’: Delaware tenants and community leaders push for rent control amid affordable housing shortage

The HOMES Campaign aims to combat rising rent prices, low-quality homes and increasing displacement in Delaware.

2 years ago

Listen 1:33
The state Capitol building
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: Contested primary race for Pa. treasurer

Republican incumbent Stacy Garrity does not have a primary challenger. Democratic candidates Ryan Bizzarro and Erin McClelland are facing off to be the sole nominee.

2 years ago

sign for street cleaning
Politics & Policy

Parker reveals more of her plan to make Philly ‘Clean and Green’

The effort will include crews dedicated to neighborhood cleanup and more trash cans on city streets.

2 years ago

Abdourahaman Barry poses for a photo at an Eid celebration in Norristown
Community

Norristown-area Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr at Elmwood Park

A growing Muslim community in Norristown welcomed the end of Ramadan and celebration of Eid al-Fitr with a picnic.

2 years ago

Listen 1:27
Eugene DePasquale speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Who is Eugene DePasquale, a Democrat running for Pa. attorney general?

He served three terms as a state House lawmaker and was the state auditor general for two terms.

2 years ago

Flag hanging at the campus of Rutgers University
Courts & Law

New Jersey officials say they are probing hate crime after Islamic center is vandalized at Rutgers

“Let me be clear: New Jersey will not tolerate acts of hate against the Muslim community,” said New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin.

2 years ago

Cherelle Parker at a podium smiling and pointing to the audience
Community

Mayor Parker introduces new prisons commissioner, who says he’s ready to fix jail system

The public service vet inherits an ailing city department facing a troubling vacancy rate and funding woes.

2 years ago

Aftermath of shooting at Eid celebration
Courts & Law

3 hurt, 5 arrested in West Philly shooting during Eid al-Fitr celebration, police say

Three people are being treated for gunshot injuries. Five people are in custody, including a teenager shot by police.

2 years ago

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NJ Transit
Money

New Jersey Transit approves a 15% fare hike, the first increase in nearly a decade

The increase, which takes effect July 1, also calls for annual, regular fare increases of 3% in subsequent years. It's the first time rates will rise in nearly 10 years.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts passes against the New York Giants during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

Eagles will face Packers in Brazil in Friday night season opener

The Sept. 6 matchup in Sao Paulo will mark the first time since 1970 that the NFL has played a Friday night game on the season’s opening weekend.

2 years ago

Keir Bradford-Grey
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Who is Keir Bradford-Grey, a Democrat running for Pa. attorney general?

If elected, Bradford-Grey would be the first Black attorney general in the state’s history.

2 years ago

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