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E. Jean Carroll arrives at Federal Court, Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024
Courts & Law

Jury says Donald Trump must pay an additional $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll in defamation case

Friday’s verdict was the second time in nine months that a jury addressed Carroll’s claim that Trump assaulted her in a New York City department store in 1996.

2 years ago

The exterior of Brandywine Hospital
Health

Penn Medicine says ‘no’ to buying Brandywine Hospital from Tower Health

Penn Medicine said Brandywine Hospital did not meet construction needs. Tower Health expressed optimism it could find a new buyer for Brandywine.

2 years ago

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Gov. Shapiro at a press confende
Education

Gov. Shapiro drafting plan to help Pennsylvania higher ed system that’s among the worst in affordability

This year's state government spending of about $2 billion on higher education is about the same as it was 15 years ago.

2 years ago

A cream-colored Ford is seen on a Philly street
Courts & Law

Man arrested after allegedly picking up teen murder suspect after escape

Shane Pryor, who was in custody for the 2020 murder of Tanya Harris, escaped Wednesday while being transported to CHOP.

2 years ago

The Original Tony Luke's in South Philly.
Courts & Law

Founder of Philly cheesesteak shop Tony Luke’s, son sentenced for tax fraud

Anthony Lucidonio Sr., 84, and his son Nicholas Lucidonio, 57, were charged with conspiracy to defraud the IRS.

2 years ago

Dr. Monica Taylor speaking at a podium
Community

20 Delco renters face eviction each day. How can officials change that?

After a year of discussion and planning, the Delaware County Housing Coalition presented a series of recommendations for the county to undertake.

2 years ago

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The Cecil B. Moore Library in Philadelphia’s Sharswood neighborhood.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘It’ll be huge’: Cecil B. Moore Library next to be renovated by Rebuild

Work is expected to start this summer at the Cecil B. Moore Library, which serves Sharswood, Strawberry Mansion and Brewerytown.

2 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid (21) reacts after making a basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks,
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid named to NBA All-Star team

Embiid is the reigning NBA MVP, two-time defending scoring champion and current NBA scoring leader.

2 years ago

A SEPTA bus travels down a street in Philadelphia
Urban Planning

SEPTA could cut services by 20%, raise fares as soon as this fall, CEO warns

“SEPTA does not want to make these cuts, especially at a time when ridership is growing,” CEO Leslie Richards said during Thursday’s board meeting.

2 years ago

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File photo: A North Atlantic right whale surfaces on Cape Cod Bay, in Massachusetts, on March 27, 2023.
Politics & Policy

U.S. sets plans to protect endangered whales near offshore wind farms; firms swap wind leases

The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released final plans to protect endangered North American right whales.

2 years ago

Philadelphia activist Paula Peebles. (Courtesy of Fonya Brown)
Community

Renowned Philly civil rights activist Paula Peebles dies at 70

Throughout her lifetime, Paula championed for economic, social and civil rights.

2 years ago

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File photo: A fan waves a flag as Team Canada celebrate after the men's bronze medal hockey game against the Czech Republic at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018
Courts & Law

Where do things stand with the sexual assault case involving 2018 Canada world junior players?

Charges were filed in London, Ontario, against five players, including four who are currently on NHL teams.

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson seated at a round table, conducting a caucus meeting
Politics & Policy

Lots of new faces, but familiar issues as Philly City Council returns to action

Philadelphia City Council returned to City Hall for its first official legislative session of the year.

2 years ago

kids in a classroom
Education

‘Thrive at Five’: Philly school officials are urging parents to register students for kindergarten

The district says it’s important for parents to register students as soon as possible due to limited seats per school.

2 years ago

Councilmember Mark Squilla signs a pledge to support workers as members of the Domestic Workers Alliance look on.
Politics & Policy

Philly workers ask City Council to pledge support for labor protections on the first day of the new term

The action comes ahead of anti-retaliation legislation expected to be introduced by prime sponsor Councilmember Kendra Brooks this term.

2 years ago

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