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Aftermath of airstrike
Community

Blast kills hundreds at Gaza hospital; Hamas and Israel trade blame, as Biden heads to Mideast

Ambulances and private cars rushed some 350 casualties from the al-Ahli blast to Gaza City’s main hospital, al-Shifa, which was already overwhelmed with wounded.

2 years ago

Rev. Robert Collier Sr. speaking at a podium
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Groundbreaking project’: Black Clergy of Philadelphia backs Sixers’ arena proposal

The endorsement is part of a broader effort to execute a community benefits agreement the team wants to finalize before construction starts.

2 years ago

Listen 1:11
The dome of the state Capitol in Trenton, New Jersey
Courts & Law

Justice Department investigates possible civil rights violations by police in New Jersey capital

The investigation will focus on allegations that officers have used excessive force, stopped motorists and pedestrians without justification, and illegally searched homes.

2 years ago

A Pennsylvania voter in Camp Hill wears an I Voted sticker on Election Day, Nov. 8, 2022.
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Elecciones Pa. 2023: Lo que hay que saber sobre las preguntas de retención judicial en la papeleta de noviembre

Los votantes de Pensilvania deberán considerar la posibilidad de otorgar a dos jueces de la Corte Superior nuevos mandatos de 10 años.

2 years ago

protesters holding up signs at the rally
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘We can have nice things’: Philly climate activists rally for investments in public spaces

The Sunrise activists want Philly’s next mayor to put solar panels on rec center roofs, open libraries longer, and turn vacant lots into gardens.

2 years ago

Sign outside of a polling place
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Elecciones Pa. 2023: Una guía completa sobre quién está en la papeleta, cuándo votar, cómo votar, dónde votar, la emisión de votos por correo y más

Los ciudadanos de Pa. encontrarán candidatos para la Corte Suprema del estado, contiendas municipales y más, en la papeleta de las elecciones generales del 7 de noviembre.

2 years ago

Horseshoe crabs spawn along the shore of the Indian River Inlet at James Farm Ecological Preserve in Ocean View, Delaware.
Community

Delaware Bay female horseshoe crabs spared from commercial harvest for another year

“The fate of red knots should not be put on the line year after year,” said one advocate.

2 years ago

Palestinians flee Israeli bombardment of Rafah
Politics & Policy

Israeli bombings kill dozens of people in the Gaza region where civilians were told to seek refuge

Aid workers warned that the territory was near complete collapse. Hospitals are on the verge of losing electricity, threatening the lives of thousands of patients.

2 years ago

Thousands gather at Independence Hall on Oct. 16, 2023 after a
Community

Thousands ‘March For Israel’ in Philadelphia, vowing the nation will defeat Hamas

As thousands united in supporting the nation, speakers offered prayers for those engaged in combat, taken hostage, and for Israel’s “right to defend itself.”

2 years ago

Bryce Harper, Travis Konecny, and Hirving Lozano
Arts & Entertainment

Phillies and Flyers and Mexico-Germany, oh my! Transit and parking details for Tuesday night in South Philly

The Sports Complex should be rocking all night, and SEPTA and the PPA have made adjustments to make transit as smooth as possible.

2 years ago

Listen 1:10
Two cyclists are seen on the Commons Boulevard Pathway Bike Trail
Community

New bike trail south of Wilmington aims to promote community connection and public health

The nearly mile-long extension better connects people who live and work in Wilmington and New Castle.

2 years ago

A gardener uses a leaf blower to clear leaves
PlanPhilly
Community

Why some Philadelphians want gas-powered leaf blowers to disappear

Several other cities have already banned or started phasing out gas-powered leaf blowers over their unhealthy emissions.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper celebrates after a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning in Game 1 of the baseball NL Championship Series in Philadelphia, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023.
Community

Harper, Schwarber, Castellanos power Phillies past Diamondbacks 5-3 in Game 1 of NLCS

Zack Wheeler struck out eight in six innings to help the defending National League champions win their seventh Game 1 of the last two postseasons.

2 years ago

polling place
Politics & Policy

What to know about New Jersey’s 2023 general election

Here’s what you should know before you vote, from election deadlines to what's on the ballot.

2 years ago

John Stanford speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

Police release name of person arrested in fatal shooting of Philadelphia police officer

18-year-old Yobranny Martinez Fernandez was arrested in Cherry Hill, N.J. early Monday. Police say they continue to look for other people involved in Thursday’s fatal shooting

2 years ago

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