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A woman dancing at a festival
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Food festivals in Philly and Del., ‘The Lion King,’ and Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 17 - 20: Philly Taco Fest, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes in N.J., and the Beer Bourbon & BBQ Fest in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 5:10
Starbucks store
Courts & Law
6abc

Starbucks ordered to pay extra $2.7M to Pa. employee who said she was fired for being white

The ruling comes after a Camden jury ordered the coffee giant to pay Shannon Phillips $25.6 million in settlement money.

2 years ago

House on fire after explosion
Community

Sixth person dies from injuries suffered in Pennsylvania house explosion

Paul Oravitz, 56, who had severe burns over most of his body, died Wednesday in a Pittsburgh hospital, four days after the explosion in Plum.

2 years ago

River
Community

New Jersey reaches restoration deal for Toms River Superfund site

Ciba-Geigy Chemical Corp. dumped toxic substances into waterways and buried 47,000 drums of toxic waste into the ground, causing a cancer cluster among children.

2 years ago

People talking at the Expo
Community

Black business owners in Philly say determination is key

Local business owners shared advice and challenges during the first National Black Business Month Expo in Philadelphia.

2 years ago

The Philadelphia Phanatic, official mascot of the city’s MLB team, joined Media Borough residents and officials at Media Borough Hall as they cheered for their 12U baseball team that will complete in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., on Aug. 16, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

A Little League team from ‘Everybody’s Hometown’ goes to the World Series

Delaware County Council and Visit Delco gave a festive sendoff to the Media Little League team’s parents and supporters traveling to the first world series game.

2 years ago

SEPTA's Route 15 historic trolleys will return on Sept. 10. The vehicles will be ADA accessible and cost roughly $250,000 each to restore. (Provided courtesy of SEPTA)
Community

SEPTA’s Route 15 historic trolleys to return Sept. 10

The trolleys will be ADA accessible and have been completely updated with new frames, floors, windows, wheelchair lifts, and HVAC units.

2 years ago

SEPTA bus
Community

Seeing red: More red bus lanes coming to Philly streets after initial success

The red painted lanes serve as a deterrent to keep other drivers from using them. SEPTA officials say the trial has been successful in improving travel times.

2 years ago

Janice Blanock
Health
StateImpact Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania study shows fracking raises risks for childhood lymphoma and asthma

Studies revealed that dozens of children and young adults were diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma and other forms of cancer in a four-county area outside Pittsburgh.

2 years ago

Bruce Springsteen and Steven Van Zandt singing into a microphone on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Bruce Springsteen shows at Citizens Bank Park postponed due to illness

Tickets purchased will still be valid for the rescheduled dates.

2 years ago

Former President Donald Trump waves before boarding his personal plane at Miami International Airport on June 13, in Miami after his first court appearance in the classified documents case.
Courts & Law
WITF

Pa.’s connection to Georgia’s indictment of Trump

Actions by Trump allies in Pennsylvania, were included in the indictment as “acts of racketeering activity and overt acts in furtherance of the conspiracy.”

2 years ago

Danielle Outlaw speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

PPD reversal: Body cam footage disproves initial police narrative on deadly Kensington shooting

When asked about rebuilding trust with the public, Police Commissioner Outlaw likened the incident to taking “50 steps back.”

2 years ago

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England's Alessia Russo (left) and Spain's Salma Paralluelo celebrate during their respective FIFA Women's World Cup semifinals
Community

England beats Australia 3-1 to move into Women’s World Cup final against Spain

Both teams will each be playing in the Women’s World Cup final for the first time when they meet at Stadium Australia in Sydney.

2 years ago

Pa. State Trooper car
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

A plan to stop diverting road dollars to Pa. State Police could be a final piece of this year’s budget

Pennsylvania gives millions of dollars meant for road and bridge repairs to the State Police each year. Lawmakers are weighing how to end those transfers.

2 years ago

A headshot of Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman
Community

Philadelphia Zoo selects first woman president and CEO in 164-year history

Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman will be the zoo’s 15th president.

2 years ago

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