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An up-close photo. of DA Larry Krasner.
Courts & Law

Philly homicides down 20% in 2023, DA Larry Krasner says end of COVID restrictions helped

Murders peaked at 562 in 2021 before falling to 514 in 2022. In 2023, the number dropped again, as 410 people were killed on city streets.

2 years ago

tents in the train station concourse
Community

Philly declares Code Blue due to frigid temperatures

Here’s a look at the forecast, and what you need to know about the citywide declaration.

2 years ago

File photo: Gov. Phil Murphy speaks about commonsense gun safety. (@GovMurphy/Twitter)
Politics & Policy

The number of shooting victims hit 15-year low in New Jersey

State officials report a 13% dive in shooting victims in 2023 compared to a year ago.

2 years ago

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Health
6abc

Philadelphia officials announce more locations of possible measles exposure

The city says the two possible cases were identified after one of the people confirmed to have measles went to a day care, disregarding quarantine and exclusion instructions.

2 years ago

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Health
Spotlight PA

Pa. medical marijuana cards and anxiety: What the research says

If you’re considering using cannabis for anxiety, here are some resources that could be useful.

2 years ago

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Community

‘Not just a birthday celebration’: Philly’s 2024 MLK Day of Service to focus on civil rights

The event has many service projects, including the creation of a mural to celebrate the history of the civil rights movement.

2 years ago

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(Left) President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Politics & Policy

One attack, two interpretations: Biden and Trump both make the Jan. 6 riot a political rallying cry

Nine deaths were linked to the attack and more than 700 people have gone to court for their roles in it, and more than 450 people have been sentenced to prison.

2 years ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Loves Bowie Week, ‘Ain’t Too Proud,’ Tree-Cycling, cheer competition, and ‘Amplified’ exhibit in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 4 - 7: Philly Loves Bowie Week, Van Halen Nation in N.J., and ‘Princesses and Heroes’ in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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Latanya Byrd stands in front of Roosevelt Boulevard
PlanPhilly
Community

‘This is definitely a crisis’: Will adding more speed cameras make Philly’s streets safer?

State lawmakers passed a bill last month that expands on a pilot program considered a big success. Opponents say drivers will be wrongly penalized.

2 years ago

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A physician assistant checks a vacant homeless camp in an attempt to provide medical care.
Health

On the move: Mobile health teams are taking medicine to the street in Philly

Street medicine teams that provide care for people who are unhoused hope that new Medicaid reimbursements will help them expand operations.

2 years ago

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President Joe Biden speaks at a podium
Politics & Policy

Biden to mark Jan. 6 anniversary with visit to Valley Forge

The president is expected to stress how Trump and top supporters of his “Make America Great Again” movement pose existential threats.

2 years ago

Policing the Police
Community

Imam killed in shooting outside Newark mosque, shooter at large, authorities say

New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin said that the imam’s loss will be felt across the state and city.

2 years ago

Sen. Bob Menendez leaves federal court, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, in New York.
Politics & Policy

The new indictment in the Robert Menendez corruption case could ramp up voter disgust

How will New Jersey voters react to new corruption allegations involving Senator Robert Menendez?

2 years ago

Listen 1:04
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Health

Main Line Health brings back masking requirement as local cases of COVID, flu, and RSV rise

The temporary masking requirement will take effect Jan. 4 and be in place for at least the next two weeks as officials monitor local disease data.

2 years ago

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Cherelle Parker
Politics & Policy

Some GOP execs worry ‘Democratic business as usual’ under Mayor Parker; others are hopeful for change

For some business executives who lean Democrat, the Parker administration is the best case scenario. Others fear a mayoral “echo chamber.”

2 years ago

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