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Man accused of mass shooting in Kingsessing deemed unfit for trial
Kimbrady Carriker’s trial is on hold following an evaluation from a court-appointed psychiatrist. Carriker has been ordered to undergo 60 days of mental health treatment.
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Scandals, power struggles and policy: 3 new state reps weather a wild 1st session
A large class of new lawmakers joined the Pa. legislature this year. Spotlight PA followed 3 of them as they navigated a freshman year full of power struggle and scandal.
2 years ago
Drexel University Biomedical gets $1M grant to pilot new minor
The university’s School of Biomedical Engineering officials say that the new academic program offers more workforce training for the growing cell and gene therapy industry.
2 years ago
Listen 1:01Emergency alerts are on the rise in the Philly region. Here’s what you need to know
Everything from chemical spills to bridge collapses have triggered recent emergency notifications. Here’s how to navigate the systems behind them.
2 years ago
Introducing Upper Darby’s first mural arts program. Large murals coming in spring 2024
UDTJ, an Upper Darby-based social justice nonprofit, is leading the pilot program. Philadelphia Mural Arts served as inspiration for Upper Darby.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04Joe the Plumber, who questioned Obama’s tax policies during the 2008 campaign, has died at 49
He went from toiling as a plumber in suburban Toledo, Ohio, to life as a media sensation when his comments made the rounds on cable news.
2 years ago
Road rage led to fatal shooting near Independence Hall, Philadelphia police say
According to investigators, that road rage incident involved a group of motorcyclists and the driver of a Cadillac.
2 years ago
Biden will observe 9/11 in Alaska instead of the traditional NYC, Virginia or Pennsylvania events
Vice President Harris will participate in the New York City observance and first lady Jill Biden will lay a wreath at the Pentagon.
2 years ago
Simone Biles wins a record 8th U.S. Gymnastics title a full decade after her first
Biles will next compete at the world championships in Belgium this fall, where she will look to add to her record total of 25 medals at the meet.
2 years ago
Gov. Shapiro refuses to intervene on Pa. police officer data disclosure
A coalition of newsrooms requested Pennsylvania’s database of police officers, but officials denied the info, citing safety concerns for undercover officers.
2 years ago
Four years ago, the city honored David Mosley. Now it’s accusing him of “fraud” and “grave misrepresentation” in using pandemic relief money.
2 years ago
Trump’s drumbeat of lies about the 2020 election keeps getting louder. Here are the facts
It's part of a multiyear effort to undermine public confidence in the American electoral process as he seeks to chart a return to the White House in 2024.
2 years ago
SEPTA adjusts Regional Rail train schedules ahead of fall season
The majority of Regional Rail routes will see changes under the new schedule.
2 years ago
Riders in various states of undress cruise Philadelphia streets in 14th naked bike ride
The annual ride is billed as promoting cycling as a key form of transportation and fuel-conscious consumption. It is also meant to encourage body positivity.
2 years ago
Vineland’s Palace of Depression is flourishing with the aid of volunteers
The Palace of Depression was built in 1932 out of one man’s imagination, but was destroyed in the 1960s. A decade later, a father and son worked to rebuild it.
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