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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

An ‘epidemic’ of hit-and-runs: Advocates seek traffic safety solutions in the wake of Kelly Oubre incident

“Philadelphia needs Vision Zero more than ever," said one advocate.

2 years ago

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Thao Le posing for a photo outside
Urban Planning

Cinnaminson business owner trying to fight off township’s bid to take over properties

Cinnaminson Township is using eminent domain to aid a developer who wants to build a Chick-fil-A and a small shopping plaza.

2 years ago

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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., meets with reporters ahead of a crucial vote on a continuing resolution to keep the government funded at its current levels, a measure not heartily supported by the hard right wing of his party, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.
Politics & Policy

House votes to prevent a government shutdown as GOP Speaker Johnson relies on Democrats for help

Johnson was willing to leave his right flank Republicans behind and work with Democrats on Tuesday to keep the government open.

2 years ago

A group of people sitting at tables during the conversation.
Community

South Philly residents discuss supervised injection sites at Bridging Blocks event

Opponents and supporters of supervised injection sites gathered at South Philadelphia Library to plead their case on the best solutions for opioid addiction.

2 years ago

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A scene from Man of La Mancha
Arts & Entertainment

Gone since 2019, the Barrymore Awards return to honor Philadelphia-area theater

The awards honoring Philadelphia regional theater have returned after a pandemic shutdown. Delaware Theatre Company is the big winner.

2 years ago

A police car parked in the middle of the road with a crime scene in the background.
Courts & Law

Philadelphia City Council reviews 911 system deficiencies

City Council members hosted a hearing to talk about problems in Philly's 911 system including a 50-plus dispatcher deficit and not enough police to handle calls.

2 years ago

Waterdogs' Michael Sowers during a game
Community

Philly Waterdogs announced as the city’s new Premier Lacrosse League team

The Philly Waterdogs will represent the City of Brotherly Love in the Premier Lacrosse League next season. The team’s schedule will be announced Jan. 1.

2 years ago

Listen 1:18
A person carries a flag with a thin blue line, also known as a
Courts & Law

Barring ‘thin blue line’ flag on Springfield Township property is unconstitutional, U.S. court rules

Prohibiting the use of the thin blue line flag restricts the free speech of public employees under the First Amendment, U.S. District Judge Karen Marston decided.

2 years ago

(Stephen Caruso/ Spotlight PA)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Democrats continue advancing gun control as advocates call for Pa. Senate to take up bills

Gun control legislation has been advanced by the Democratic-controlled Pennsylvania House but not considered by the GOP-led Senate.

2 years ago

Abram Lucabaugh in a meeting
Education
6abc

Central Bucks School Board to consider resignation of superintendent

If approved, Abram Lucabaugh could receive a proposed six-figure severance package.

2 years ago

The Pa. State Capitol building is visible.
Education

Proposal would keep Pennsylvania students enrolled amid district residency disputes

The proposal would prohibit school districts from withdrawing a student from school until a parent has exhausted all options to prove their residency.

2 years ago

Melissa Tracey in her lab.
Education

Empowering minds, nourishing souls: Delaware’s Melissa Tracy is among Global Teacher Prize finalists

Wilmington teacher Melissa Tracy earns international recognition as the only American finalist in the Global Teacher Prize.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia's skyline is visible above the Eastwick tree line.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A levee could be built in flood-prone Eastwick. Delaware County has concerns

The city of Philadelphia will not move forward with the project unless negative impacts on Delaware County are addressed, an official said.

2 years ago

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Leon Brantley and Vanessa Morbeck posing for a photo
Community

Philly’s Veterans Village seeks to curb veteran homelessness by being ‘a template’

Veteran homelessness has decreased in recent years, but needs remain. This independent living center wants to be the model of what could be.

2 years ago

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Workers wearing hard hats look at a machine
Community

N.J. apprenticeship programs are creating new opportunities for job seekers and businesses

Many N.J. residents are expanding job opportunities through participation in apprenticeship programs.

2 years ago

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