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Members of a protest encampment at UPenn hang signs around their camp on May 1, 2024.
Education
6abc

University of Pennsylvania announces increased security for upcoming commencement

Penn officials say there will be a "high level of security" at all Franklin Field gates and on the field inside the stadium for the May 20 graduation ceremony.

2 years ago

Quetcy Lozada
Community

Kensington sweep ‘doesn’t make a dent’ but is a start, says City Council member

Councilmember Quetcy Lozada was at K&A as the city cleared encampments Wednesday morning. "I wasn't disappointed,” she said, “I was just concerned.”

2 years ago

Xylazine
Health

Pennsylvania will make the animal sedative xylazine a controlled substance

Xylazine, which is being mixed into fentanyl and other illicit opioids, will remain legal for its intended use by veterinarians.

2 years ago

An officer stands outside a Gaza Solidarity Encampment at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Education
6abc

Penn’s Gaza protest encampment expands despite order to disband 2 weeks ago

The encampment has tripled in size, with dozens of tents now set up on College Green.

2 years ago

The Kensington Kitty soars through Philadelphia Brewing Company’s ‘Peacock Passage’ obstacle during the race at the Kensington Derby and Arts Festival on Saturday.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Kensington Derby, Mother’s Day concerts, Neil Young and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

May 9–12: Mother’s Day gospel concert in Philly, Neil Young in N.J. and “Little Women: The Musical” in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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John Faye and Judah Kim
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Asian pop-rock musicians to gather for a slice of Asian American Pie

A concert of local Asian American–fronted rock bands opens AAPI month.

2 years ago

MH the Verb, Küf Knotz and Christine Elise performing music
Arts & Entertainment

A free music festival expands to 7 different towns in Bucks and Montgomery counties

After plans for the third Perkasie Porchfest fell through, organizers got in touch with other towns to put together the inaugural BucksMont Bonzeroo music fest on May 11.

2 years ago

Kathy McGuiness speaking with people
Politics & Policy

Delaware auditor who resigned after 2022 corruption conviction seeks a political comeback

Kathy McGuiness left office in disgrace, but she’s paid her debt to society. Her candidacy for state representative has the backing of a former House speaker.

2 years ago

Listen 1:49
Shalimar Thomas
Urban Planning

North Broad’s economic renaissance strategy now has a budget

Property owners along North Broad Street inside the new district paid an extra fee to support economic development efforts along the commercial corridor.

2 years ago

Listen 3:34
A rendering of the Sanctuary Village project
Urban Planning

Sanctuary Village is exploring suburban alternatives for tiny homes after Philly setback

The nonprofit is assessing interest, opportunities and funding in Montgomery, Bucks and Delaware counties.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris and Sheryl Lee Ralph
Politics & Policy

Schooled: ‘Abbott Elementary’ star joins VP Harris in Montgomery County to talk abortion

Vice President Kamala Harris stopped in Elkins Park as part of her tour on reproductive health rights. She was joined by “Abbott Elementary” star Sheryl Lee Ralph.

2 years ago

Listen 1:22
Timothy Boyce
Community

Delaware County emergency services director placed on administrative leave following ageism, sexual harassment claims

Delco’s director of emergency services, Timothy Boyce, is out on administrative leave. A female employee accused him of ageism while another alleged he sexually harassed her.

2 years ago

Workers cleaning the sidewalk
Politics & Policy

Kensington sees clean streets, open sidewalks and a wave of displaced people after encampment clearing

The neighborhood has been the center of at least 10 such sweeps. The move has left some residents and business owners wondering about its long-term efficacy.

2 years ago

Listen 7:11
Child care center
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Stuck between high fees and low wages, how much money will it take to fix PA child care staffing crisis?

Gov. Josh Shapiro has proposed increasing taxpayer money for child care, but advocates say the ultimate cost needs to be far higher.

2 years ago

Sign at a polling place
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Where Pennsylvania has lost Democrats since 2008, and what it means for the November election

Over the past decade, Democrats’ registration advantage has shrunk. Still, experts say registration can't tell you exactly how a closely divided state like Pa. will vote.

2 years ago

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