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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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From left, Interim PPD Commissioner John Stanford, District Attorney of Philadelphia Larry Krasner and others participate in a panel, seated at a table, with a slideshow visible behind them.
Community

Philly activists, police, and politicians discuss blueprint to stem gun violence

On Saturday, community activists, policymakers, and law enforcement officials talked about how to reduce shootings in Philadelphia.

2 years ago

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Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at a podium.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania governor noncommittal on greenhouse gas strategy as climate task force finishes work

Shapiro appointed the task force to consider former Gov. Wolf's regulation to make Pa. the first major fossil fuel state to adopt carbon pricing over power plant emissions.

2 years ago

A view of the U.S. Capitol
Politics & Policy

A government shutdown is nearing this weekend. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

A look at what's ahead if the government shuts down on Sunday.

2 years ago

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy speaks at a podium.
Politics & Policy

Threat of government shutdown ends as Congress passes a temporary funding plan and sends it to Biden

The rushed package drops aid to Ukraine, a White House priority opposed by a growing number of GOP lawmakers, but increases federal disaster assistance by $16 billion.

2 years ago

Dancers onstage
Arts & Entertainment

Penn Live Arts will feature works addressing gun violence in upcoming season

The new season, opening this weekend, will feature works by hip-hop dancer and choreographer Rennie Harris and the Negro Ensemble Company, Inc.

2 years ago

Cesar Viveros poses for a photo in front of a mural and installation at the Delaware Art Museum
Arts & Entertainment

Empowering voices: Philadelphia artist bridging communities and culture through art in Wilmington

Cesar Viveros is transforming Wilmington through murals and workshops that celebrate Latino culture and foster unity and appreciation.

2 years ago

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Suburban Community Hospital in Norristown
Health

Norristown hospital ‘abruptly’ slashes behavioral health staff and services for older adults

The senior behavioral health unit at Suburban Community Hospital stopped admitting new patients about two weeks ago, nurses said.

2 years ago

Drones are displayed on a table
Politics & Policy

Philly considering drones for community policing

Philadelphia already uses drones on a limited basis. Officials heard testimony from cops from other cities on how they are using drones to fight crime.

2 years ago

Cars are trapped in flooded water
Weather
6abc

N.J. Governor Murphy declares state of emergency as heavy rain inundates NYC area

The state of emergency declaration went into effect at 3 p.m. for all 21 counties in the Garden State, allowing resources to be deployed throughout the state during the storm.

2 years ago

JoAnne A. Epps speaking at a podium
Education

Hundreds gather to celebrate JoAnne A. Epps, the beloved late Temple University president

Generations of Owls, civic leaders, and Philadelphians came out to honor the school’s first Black woman president.

2 years ago

A close-up of Nicole Hunt, speaking at a podium.
Education

School District of Philadelphia cafeteria workers and climate staff reach tentative deal to avert strike

The agreement, reached late Thursday night, prevented 1,900 workers from voting to strike after their contract was set to expire Sept. 30.

2 years ago

Rowhomes in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Community

Deadline for tax relief program could be extended for Philly homeowners

Legislation introduced in City Council would give residents more time to sign up for the Longtime Owner Occupants Program.

2 years ago

A Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources State Parks patch on a shirt
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. budget chips away at $1.4B backlog for parks, forests

Pennsylvania’s latest budget gives $112 million to parks and forests, but the infrastructure backlog is $1.4 billion.

2 years ago

Hayden Dorfman posing with the autographed helmet
Community

Phillies’ Harper flips out on ump, tosses helmet into the stands where it’s retrieved by 10-year-old

Bryce Harper later signed the helmet for the young Phillies fan, and added a No. 3 and Philly Philly! inscription.

2 years ago

Liberty bell
Politics & Policy

Possible government shutdown draws closer. Here’s how millions of Pennsylvanians could be impacted

At Pennsylvania airports, more than 35,000 passengers a day could be affected by potential TSA delays.

2 years ago

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