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U.S. border arrests fall in March, bucking seasonal trends amid increased enforcement in Mexico
The March arrest tally is one of the lowest of Joe Biden's presidency after a record high of nearly 250,000 in December.
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White House forum showcases federal dollars working in Delaware
President Biden addressed the Delaware delegation at the beginning of the event in what White House personnel said was a surprise visit.
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Listen 2:08Last chance for Philly lifeguards to earn a bonus and help all pools open this summer
Workers who want to keep an eye on swimmers at Philly pools this summer must register by mid-April to qualify for a $1000 bonus.
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Breastfeeding mothers in New Jersey could soon be exempt from jury duty
Under current state law, breastfeeding is not allowed in a jury setting.
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A former Harrowgate textile mill gets new life as an apartment building
Collins Lofts is the third redevelopment Odin Properties has completed in the North Philly neighborhood.
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Sixers legend Allen Iverson honored with statue outside of team practice facility in Camden
The former MVP and 11-time NBA All-Star will forever be featured performing his signature crossover outside of the practice facility.
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Robert MacNeil, co-founder of PBS NewsHour, dies at 93
His connection to PBS began in 1971, when he was hired to co-anchor NPACT, the National Public Affairs Center for Television.
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Philly workers leave $100 million ‘on the table’ on Tax Day, advocates say
About 50,000 residents with low income don’t claim one federal tax credit, which means lower tax refund checks.
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Listen 1:09Bridging Blocks has Philadelphians focused on dispelling myths around immigration
Context and understanding was at the heart of Bridging Blocks’ latest talk, which addressed border policy and immigration during an election year.
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Listen 1:03South Brunswick’s Indian diasporic community is celebrating Holi, the festival of colors
The religious and community event celebrates spring and the triumph of good over evil — with plenty of color.
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Learn about Sikh culture and history at a unique exhibition in N.J. on Saturday
Sikh artifacts and paintings will be on display, along with martial arts demonstrations, music, food, and community conversations.
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The annual AERA conference is in Philly this week, focusing on how research and policy changes can help provide educational opportunities for everyone.
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A symposium in Salem County will raise awareness about Black maternal health issues
An event addressing maternal health disparities will be held in one of the poorest cities in New Jersey.
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Philly-area water providers grapple with potential costs of reducing toxic ‘forever chemicals’
Drinking water providers are seeking funding to cover the costs of eliminating toxic PFAS from its water supplies.
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Listen 1:15Philadelphia Gas Commission approves $19 million in new fossil fuel infrastructure
Climate activists say PGW’s plan for the infrastructure conflicts with the city's climate goals.
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