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Wife of former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez convicted in bribery scheme
During a 2022 raid on Bob and Nadine Menendez's Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, home, FBI agents found nearly $150,000 worth of gold bars and $480,000 in cash.
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Over the past decade, the number of Philadelphians living in poverty has dropped by 6%. But racial disparities linger, according to the annual Pew Charitable Trusts report.
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Listen 0:52White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil
The Trump administration's posture was meant to hold the line against Democratic demands for Pete Hegseth’s firing at a time when the Pentagon is engulfed in turmoil.
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Crozer Health in Delaware County to close, leaving patients and employees in limbo
For-profit parent company Prospect Medical Holdings moved Monday to shutter Delaware County’s largest hospital system.
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Listen 1:00Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson Pérez on the humanity and hope of Pope Francis
Archbishop Nelson Pérez reflects on Pope Francis’ impact, his humility and the deep connection he shared with Philadelphia following news of the pontiff’s passing at age 88.
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Listen 8:50Remembering Pope Francis: Philadelphia’s 2015 papal weekend, in photos
The pontiff died Monday at age 88. Here’s a look back at his historic Philly visit as part of the World Meeting of Families.
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What are the church’s rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?
The election of a new pope itself is shrouded in secrecy, with cardinals forbidden from communicating with the outside world what happened during the voting in the conclave.
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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
Francis' death sets off a weekslong process of allowing the faithful to pay their final respects, followed by a funeral and a conclave to elect a new pope.
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Health insurers are struggling with the cost of weight-loss drugs, including in Philly
Independence Health Group, the parent company of Independence Blue Cross, spent $500 million last year to provide weight-control medications to its members.
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Listen 0:56Could sustainable shopping get a boost as tariffs panic fast fashion brands?
Thrifting proponents hope more people will turn to sustainable fashion as the trade war between the U.S. and China places the fast fashion industry in a chokehold.
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Listen 3:15The affordable housing complex is gone, but a new development will rise in its place following a legal settlement with the city.
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Listen 1:14A wall of protection: Delaware lawmakers move to shield immigrant families from federal scrutiny
Proposals would protect immigrant students, families and Driving Privilege Card holders from having personal information shared with federal officials.
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Listen 1:464 injured after being struck by car in South Philadelphia
According to police, the driver of a 2004 silver Toyota experienced a medical emergency while driving in the area.
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Pa. primary election 2025: How to request, fill out and return your mail ballot
Here’s what to know, from voter deadlines and secure drop boxes to curing your mail ballot.
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First community fridge in Northeast Philadelphia set to open
In Fox Chase, the volunteer group will partner with a local church to provide a community fridge.
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