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Community

Philadelphia ballroom scene takes center stage in new Gayborhood mural

The massive mural sits on 13th street between Pine and Spruce Streets.

2 years ago

Cherelle Parker speaking at a podium.
Politics & Policy

Mayor-elect Parker unveils transition plans, will name police commissioner by Thanksgiving

Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker joined current Mayor Kenney to unveil her plans to shift from campaign mode to running the city.

2 years ago

Mayor Kenney sigining a bill with other officials surrounding him.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia to use AI-powered cameras on SEPTA to write parking tickets

Cameras will be mounted on SEPTA buses and trolleys to detect cars parked in bus lanes and bus stops to help keep them clear.

2 years ago

West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin speaks with reporters outside the newly renovated Amtrak train station in Charleston, W.Va. on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 (
Politics & Policy

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia says he won’t seek reelection in 2024

Manchin's decision to retire severely hampers Democratic hopes of holding on to the coal-country seat.

2 years ago

Cherelle Parke victory speech
Politics & Policy

WHYY News’ live election show recap: Philly makes history in mayoral, City Council races

WHYY News’ election special recaps the highlights Philadelphians need to know about their newly elected mayor and other city leaders.

2 years ago

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Senate Judiciary Committee chairman Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., speaks during a mark up business meeting of the Senate Judiciary Committee, on Capitol Hill, Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Democrats postpone a subpoena vote in the Supreme Court ethics probe after a blowup with Republicans

Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin gaveled outy after Republicans on the committee made clear they would call for subpoena votes on a raft of Democratic officials and others.

2 years ago

File photo: Police tape blocks a street outside the home of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her husband Paul Pelosi in San Francisco on Oct. 28, 2022.
Courts & Law

The man charged in last year’s attack against Nancy Pelosi’s husband goes to trial in San Francisco

David DePape has pleaded not guilty to attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official.

2 years ago

Eagles jacket
Community
6abc

Iconic Kelly green, vintage Eagles letterman jackets being sold for limited time

The jacket, produced by a Philly-based sports clothing company, is a replica of the one Princess Diana wore in the 1990s.

2 years ago

people working on constructing the huts for holiday market
Community
6abc

Made in Philadelphia Market opens this week with extended hours, new look

Shoppers can expect a new look and longer hours when the Made in Philadelphia Market opens on Friday at Dilworth Park.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Union forward Chris Donovan (25) is congratulated after his goal against the New England Revolution during the second half of an MLS playoff soccer game, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass.
Community

Union sweep Revs to advance to conference semifinals against Supporters’ Shield winner Cincinnati

Philadelphia won a road match in the MLS playoffs for the first time in club history.

2 years ago

A performer on a motorbike kicks their feet in the air
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Street Food Fest, Universoul Circus at Fairmount Park, and the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast tour in this week’s Things to Do’

Nov. 9 - 12: Philly Street Food Festival, Exit Zero Jazz Fest in N.J., and ¡Música Bravo! in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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A tree is visible laid on its side in front of a crowd of people outside.
Arts & Entertainment

With the holiday season fast approaching, Philadelphia begins setting up tree outside City Hall

The concolor fir tree stands at over 50 feet tall and will be on display until January 1.

2 years ago

University City Townhomes housing complex
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

End of an era: West Philly’s UC Townhomes slated for demolition

The news comes after a string of demonstrations, a federal lawsuit, and a protest encampment.

2 years ago

A building with the word Bellevue written on it.
Courts & Law

Babies smacked, slapped, knocked over at Delaware day care, then director lied to parents about state’s investigation

The Bellevue Learning Center was put on probation and ordered to stop caring for children under age 1. An ex-teacher was indicted for child abuse.

2 years ago

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Passengers wait on a sidewalk for a bus
Urban Planning

City announces relocation of unpopular 6th and Market curbside bus station

The city said the “volume and nature of complaints” left the temporary location “completely untenable.”

2 years ago

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