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Young, Unhoused and Unseen
Community

Youth homelessness in Philadelphia illustrated: ‘They are invisible’

The artistic piece was created by Philadelphian Gabby Rodriguez in three different mediums — color pencil, watercolor, and marker.

2 years ago

A row of kids look at a lighted fountain
Community

Ready to ring in 2024? A family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration is planned for Philly

Crafts, a “square” drop to ring in the New Year, and fireworks are part of the family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration.

2 years ago

A man on surveillance video
Community
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Mosque vandalized in West Philadelphia; suspect caught on surveillance video

The Philadelphia Council on American-Islamic Relations said this is the third mosque that has been vandalized in the last two months.

2 years ago

An aerial view of the 80 MW solar field in Adams County.
Science

Philadelphia will power up to 25% of its buildings with solar energy from Adams County array by early 2024

Philadelphia takes steps toward renewable energy goals with a solar farm in Adams County.

2 years ago

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An empty hospital hallway
Health

Penn study finds ‘dramatic rise’ in patients with opioid addiction who leave hospitals early, against medical advice

People with opioid addiction are leaving hospitals against medical advice as often as one in six times, a significant rise over previous years.

2 years ago

A photo illustration of James Bland
Arts & Entertainment

How minstrel tune became the signature song of the Mummers Parade

Once an international star, the Black composer of “Oh Dem Golden Slippers” died penniless in Philadelphia.

2 years ago

Arizona Supreme Court Justices from left; William G. Montgomery, John R Lopez IV, Vice Chief Justice Ann A. Scott Timmer, Chief Justice Robert M. Brutinel, Clint Bolick and James Beene listen to oral arguments
Courts & Law

Abortion debate creates ‘new era’ for state supreme court races in 2024, with big spending expected

Crucial battles over abortion, gerrymandering, and other issues will take center stage in next year’s elections for state supreme court seats — 80 of them in 33 states.

2 years ago

Atlantic City boardwalk
Community

Casino smoking and boosting in-person gambling are among challenges for Atlantic City in 2024

The most burning issue for Atlantic City in the new year is likely to be whether state lawmakers approve a measure to ban smoking in the nine casinos.

2 years ago

Donald Trump at a rally
Politics & Policy

Trump is blocked from the GOP primary ballot in two states. Can he still run for president?

Colorado and Maine have barred Trump from appearing on the ballot.

2 years ago

council meeting
Politics & Policy

Ridley Park approves 17% property tax increase at special council meeting

Council leaders said this decision comes after Prospect Medical Holdings is late on paying taxes totaling $487,000.

2 years ago

Clarice Schillinger
Community
6abc

Former GOP Pa. lt. gov. candidate accused of punching teenager at Bucks County home

Clarice Schillinger is also charged with harassment and providing alcohol to minors.

2 years ago

Sen. Bob Menendez
Courts & Law

Judge rejects Sen. Bob Menendez’s request to delay his May bribery trial for two months

Prosecutors say they had warned defense lawyers when the trial date was set that the evidence they would turn over would be voluminous and that nothing has changed since then.

2 years ago

Children at previous year's ‘Confetti Celebration.’
Arts & Entertainment

Delaware Children’s Museum rings in the New Year with family-friendly fun and a ‘Confetti Countdown’ on the Riverfront

The Delaware Children’s Museum is gearing up to host 1,500 guests at its annual "Confetti Countdown" celebration, featuring a live band and three rounds of confetti cannons.

2 years ago

Branden Fletcher Dominguez poses for a photo in front of a road.
Young, Unhoused and Unseen
Community

Gen Z advocate takes on the housing crisis in Wilmington, igniting a call for affordable housing and solutions for youth homelessness

Delaware officials are making efforts to address youth homelessness. But for many experiencing housing insecurity, the efforts fall short.

2 years ago

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Lachnee Nelson, 24, with her son Legend, 2
Young, Unhoused and Unseen
Community

How is New Jersey’s poorest county tackling homelessness?

The mostly rural county in South Jersey has only one shelter, but officials and advocates are working together to address the issue.

2 years ago

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