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Community

Trenton, N.J. Fire Department appoints first woman fire captain in its history

The new fire captain wants to encourage girls and boys to consider becoming a firefighter.

2 months ago

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Kristy Carabello smiles
Health

Philly woman uses her experience with vestibular disorders to increase awareness and support for others

Vestibular disorders is a group of conditions that can include symptoms like dizziness, imbalance, vertigo and hearing loss.

2 months ago

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Rowhouses in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Community

With funding for Philly’s Built to Last program not in mayor’s budget proposal, supporters go to City Council for help

The “one-stop-shop” program that coordinates home repair, energy efficiency and solar for low-income homeowners could be at risk.

2 months ago

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Madinah Wilson-Anton speaks behind a podium
Education

‘A few bad actors’: Delaware lawmakers seek to strengthen school boards’ public accountability and transparency

Many of the bills were inspired by last year’s acrimonious Christina school board meetings attempting to remove the superintendent.

2 months ago

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Urban Planning

Historic Spring Garden church could be sold to highest bidder

The former Church of the Assumption has sat vacant for decades, and the building structure is considered unsafe by city regulators.

2 months ago

Thousands marched from City Hall to Independence Hall
Politics & Policy

‘Hands off’: Thousands rally in Philadelphia against Trump, Musk and federal cuts

Protesters marched from City Hall to Independence Hall voicing concerns about cuts to social services, immigration policies and human rights.

2 months ago

From left to right, Gene Sonn, Hector Nuñez, Tamara
Community

WHYY News’ Civic News Summit: 5 trends in civic news

Panelists from a range of different media organizations and platforms shared their insights and best practices about an ever-changing industry.

2 months ago

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a sign by the water reads FISHING ALLOWED
Science

Anglers to cast their lines during New Jersey’s opening day of trout season

New Jersey Fish and Wildlife stocked more than 180,000 rainbow trout in waterways across the state to kick off Saturday’s opening-day event.

2 months ago

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Community

Philly group remembers gun violence victims through music

Hearing Philadelphia engages with families impacted by gun violence by offering music to help with healing.

2 months ago

A panel discussion
Community

2-day summit at WHYY highlights vitality of civic dialogue in local newsrooms

Journalists joined community members to focus on the importance of stronger connections between local newsrooms and communities.

2 months ago

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Two students help put away supplies in a classroom
Education

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to cut teacher-training money, for now

The justices split 5-4 Friday, with Chief Justice John Roberts joining the three liberal justices in dissent.

2 months ago

The S.S. United States
Community

The SS United States, a former South Philly staple now by Florida’s coast, will soon be the world’s largest artificial reef

The SS United States is set to join Okaloosa County’s more than 500 artificial reefs, which include a dozen smaller ship wrecks.

2 months ago

a closeup of the baseball bats
Community

Demand for viral ‘torpedo’ baseball bats has sent a King of Prussia factory into overdrive

Victus has over 300 employees and 60 alone inside their King of Prussia headquarters.

2 months ago

A sign in Norristown explains in Spanish your rights when interacting with immigration enforcement agents
Politics & Policy

Montco residents press county to protect immigrants with Welcoming Act

Demands include clear language around legal noncooperation with ICE and a resolution to ensure the Montgomery County Correctional Facility is not used to hold ICE detainees.

2 months ago

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Camden County N.J. election officials demonstrate mail-in voting
Courts & Law

Del., N.J. among states suing to block Trump’s election order, saying it violates the Constitution

The lawsuit is the fourth against the executive order issued just a week ago.

2 months ago

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