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Traci Smith (third from left) and Traci's BIO members pose for a photo.
Health

From surviving to thriving: How one Philadelphian is advocating for breast cancer patients and survivors in October and beyond

Smith launched a nonprofit that supports breast cancer patients through mentorship, beauty tutorials, diet tips, and a series of five books featuring candid survivor stories.

2 years ago

A tanker fire is seen on I-476 in Montgomery County.
Community
6abc

3rd victim dies after fiery crash on Northeast Extension of Pa. Turnpike in Montgomery County

Police say a tanker truck carrying jet fuel was unable to stop in time and slammed into two vehicles, causing a large fire.

2 years ago

Aid trucks lined up to enter Gaza
Community

Egypt’s border crossing opens to let a trickle of desperately needed aid into besieged Gaza

Just 20 trucks were allowed in, an amount aid workers said was insufficient to address the unprecedented humanitarian crisis.

2 years ago

A close-up of a police car.
Courts & Law

Ex-Philadelphia police officer sentenced to 15 to 40 years after guilty pleas in sex assault cases

Patrick Heron, 54, entered the pleas Friday after reaching an agreement with prosecutors in advance of a trial on more than 200 counts.

2 years ago

Jennifer Meleski holds memories of her son, Charles Maude III
Community

‘Out of sight, out of mind’: Gun violence cold case frustrates another Philadelphia family

It’s been more than two years since 24-year-old Charles Maude III, known as Chucky, was shot and killed in Port Richmond.

2 years ago

Arizona Diamondbacks' Alek Thomas raises his hand up after hitting a home run
Community

Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games

For Game 5, Philadelphia RHP Zach Wheeler (2-0, 2.37 ERA postseason) starts Saturday night against RHP Zac Gallen (2-1, 4.96 ERA).

2 years ago

Philadelphia high school students and their allies gather at City Hall for a rally in support of Palestine. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

Hundreds of Philly high school students walk out of class to march in support of Palestinians

“I have to say something,” one student said. “I have to use my voice.”

2 years ago

The Capital Building in Harrisburg, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania governor’s office settles for $295K a former staffer’s claim senior aide harassed her

The settlement stems from allegations made by the woman against Mike Vereb, who served as Shapiro’s secretary of legislative affairs until his resignation last month.

2 years ago

Students at Cherry Hill High School East staged a sit-in Monday morning in support of teacher Timothy Locke.
Education

Cherry Hill dad sues state, district over policy keeping schools from outing transgender students

The suit challenges guidance issued by the Education Department, which does not mandate that school staff notify parents of their child’s gender identification.

2 years ago

Jim Jordan in congress
Politics & Policy

House Republicans reject Jim Jordan a third time for the speaker’s gavel as opposition deepens

In all, Jordan lost 25 Republican colleagues, leaving him far from the majority needed.

2 years ago

Rowhomes in Wilmington
Politics & Policy

Wilmington still has five-year residency rule for city employees, but Mayor Purzycki not enforcing the law

City Council members say the decision is legally theirs to make. But a bill to lift the rule is on hold after vocal foes descended on chambers Thursday.

2 years ago

Pennsylvania Capitol building at night
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. tax credits result in ‘mixed bag’ for job creation

A recent state analysis of 20 state tax credit programs found seven accomplished their legislative intent.

2 years ago

People paying for parking at the church
Community

Chester church parking near Union stadium scores big in a win-win for faith congregation and sports fans

Calvary Baptist has transformed its parking lot to accommodate game-day fundraisers, with volunteers from the congregation staffing the lots and selling spaces for $15.

2 years ago

Grace Del Pizzo in front of the baseball stadium
Community
6abc

Delco native living in Phoenix gives Phillies fans tour of ‘climbable structures’

Grace Del Pizzo is from Marple, Delaware County, but goes to college in Phoenix.

2 years ago

Smoke rises following an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip
Politics & Policy

Israel says two Americans held hostage by Hamas, a mother and daughter, have been released

The pair, who also hold Israeli citizenship, were the first hostages to be released, and more than 200 are still being held.

2 years ago

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