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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

File photo: Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm speaks at McKinstry Aug. 15, 2023, in Seattle.
Politics & Policy

Millions of federal dollars could help Pa. build a climate-ready electric grid

PECO, PPL Electric, and Duquesne Light’s plans include floodproofing, adding battery storage, and increasing grid capacity.

2 years ago

A close-up of someone's gun on a holster. On their arm is a tattoo that reads
Community

Leading up to Election Day, new research shows some gun owners would commit violence in support of a political stance

About 60% of people who carry loaded firearms in public on a regular basis said it was very or extremely likely that they would arm themselves for a political cause.

2 years ago

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Richard Englert sitting a table in front of several microphones
Education

Temple University President Englert plans to adopt Epps’ priorities of attracting the best students and improving campus safety

The long-time educator says JoAnne Epps provided “a roadmap” for moving the university forward.

2 years ago

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Arizona Diamondbacks' Pavin Smith celebrates after scoring the game winning run
Community

Marte hits walk-off single in ninth, D-backs beat Phillies 2-1 and close to 2-1 in NLCS

The Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on Thursday and close to 2-1 in the NL Championship Series.

2 years ago

Biden sits in a chair, hand to face, with the Israeli and U.S. flags visible in the background.
Politics & Policy

Biden declares support for Israel and Ukraine is ‘vital’ for U.S. security

Biden said he would send an urgent funding request to Congress, which is expected to be roughly $100 billion over the next year.

2 years ago

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