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FIle photo: Items fill a makeshift memorial for Temple University Police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald, Feb. 23, 2023, in Philadelphia. On Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, Miles Pfeffer of suburban Philadelphia waived his right to a preliminary hearing and is headed to trial on charges including murder and murder of a law enforcement officer in the Feb. 19, 2023, slaying of 31-year-old Fitzgerald. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Courts & Law

Suspect in slaying of Temple University police officer faces trial after waiving hearing

Miles Pfeffer is charged with murder, criminal homicide of a law enforcement officer, disarming an officer, robbery, theft, evading arrest and weapons crimes.

2 years ago

Pa. State Trooper car
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s admin blames ‘human error’ for deletion of Pa. State Police records

The Office of Administration under Gov. Josh Shapiro accidentally deleted thousands of records including State Police evidence logs. Some records haven’t been recovered.

2 years ago

The Colored Girls Museum on Newhall Street
PlanPhilly
Arts & Entertainment

‘An enormous relief’: Philly’s Colored Girls Museum wins zoning approval

The decision means the museum can remain at its current location in Germantown.

2 years ago

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Former President Donald Trump speaks during a commit to caucus rally, Dec. 19, 2023, in Waterloo, Iowa.
Politics & Policy

Trump wins New Hampshire primary as rematch with Biden appears increasingly likely

Trump swept the opening contests for the Republican presidential nomination and delivered a fresh setback to his GOP rivals.

2 years ago

File photo: Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson watches quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) practice on the field before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024 in Tampa, Fla.
Community

Eagles fire offensive coordinator Brian Johnson, AP source says

He has interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons and Tennessee Titans for head coach this month.

2 years ago

Steven Murrow in a tree with a cat in foreground
Community

South Jersey man uses professional tree climbing skills to rescue cats stuck in tall trees

Steven Murrow of Tesla Tree Service pairs his professional skills with his love of animals to rescue cats stuck in trees.

2 years ago

Da'Vine Joy Randolph poses in the press room with the award for best supporting actress for ''The Holdovers'' during the 29th Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif.
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Da’Vine Joy Randolph gets Oscar supporting actress nomination, ‘Oppenheimer’ dominates

Lily Gladstone, star of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” became the first Native American nominated for best actress.

2 years ago

Police outside of school after shooting
Courts & Law

Trial ordered for 5th suspect in shooting outside Roxborough High School that killed 14-year-old, hurt others

The suspect eluded authorities for more than a year after the shooting but was arrested in October in Germantown after officials said he jumped from a fourth-story window.

2 years ago

Dr. Edith Mitchell
Health

Thomas Jefferson University mourns the passing of ‘trailblazing’ health equity advocate Dr. Edith P. Mitchell

For three decades, Mitchell worked to eliminate health disparities and barriers to care.

2 years ago

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Art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Hanging on the telephone: Maguire Museum tracks America’s disappearing payphones

The cell phone may have killed the payphone, but photographer Eric Kunsman seeks out people for whom payphones are a lifeline.

2 years ago

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Reporter Grant Hill (left) and host
Maiken Scott of WHYY’s “The Pulse” interact with virtual reality headsets and headphones showing a quintet playing Mozart.  (Alexis Branagan, Princeton University Concerts)
The Pulse
Arts & Entertainment

Virtual reality classical concert creates new experiences for fans

For four days, audience members were invited to experience performances by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra by strapping on virtual reality headsets and headphones.

2 years ago

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Local water officials and residents alike filled the conference room in West Whiteland and placed signs in the first few seats calling for an appeal of Act 12. (Kenny Cooper/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Pa. Senate committee scrutinizes water privatization in Philly suburbs

Critics of Act 12 say since its adoption in 2016, for-profit water companies have lured municipalities into massive deals at the expense of the ratepayer.

2 years ago

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Dave Sunday
Politics & Policy

Pa. GOP endorses York County prosecutor Dave Sunday in a three-way contest for state attorney general

Candidates can begin Tuesday collecting the required number of voter signatures to get on Pennsylvania's April 23 primary ballot.

2 years ago

San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama (left) and Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid struggle for position during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Community

Joel Embiid sets franchise record with 70 points in 76ers’ win over Wembanyama, Spurs

He broke Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain’s 76ers record of 68 points, set on Dec. 16, 1967, with a layup with 1:41 to play.

2 years ago

A sign for Crozer Health is visible in the foreground, with buildings in the background.
Health

Jefferson Health brings neurology care to Delaware County in new partnership with Crozer-Chester Medical Center

Jefferson Health has started offering expanded neurology services in Delaware County, including neurosurgery and neurocritical care.

2 years ago

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