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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

Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Politics & Policy

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California dies at 90

Feinstein, the oldest sitting U.S. senator, was a passionate advocate for liberal priorities important to her state.

2 years ago

Nick Stuccio poses for a photo.
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fringe co-founder Nick Stuccio to step down after 27 years

Nick Stuccio built Philly Fringe into a major cultural event with a national reputation. He will step down in April 2024.

2 years ago

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Two people wearing safety vests stand at a street corner. A SEPTA bus and passersby are visible in the background.
Education

Pa. lawmakers push for state funding for school monitoring program in hopes of slowing gun violence

The School District of Philadelphia launched its Safe Path gun violence prevention program in 2022. Pa. lawmakers are now calling for $50 million in state funds to expand it.

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Councilmember Curtis Jones gestures as he speaks.
Politics & Policy

Philly Councilmember Curtis Jones voted to ban adult-use marijuana. Then he walked into a cannabis conference

Advocates say most people don’t realize what it’s like inside a dispensary, citing false narratives about “drug dens.”

2 years ago

Sen. Eric Buckson (left) poses for a photo, while Sen. Dave Sokola (right) poses for a photo.
Politics & Policy

A Delaware state senator wants term limits. But his bill to institute them remains stuck in committee run by longest-serving lawmaker

The measure was introduced by first-term legislator Eric Buckson, who says it’s good policy to “let fresh ideas and fresh blood present themselves.”

2 years ago

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President Joe Biden speaks at a podium
Politics & Policy

Shutdown’s shadow, Biden’s speech and arguing the case: Takeaways from the House impeachment hearing

House lawmakers are facing a resistance in the Senate from Republicans who are worried about the political ramifications of another impeachment.

2 years ago

The front of a grocery store.
Community
6abc

Store clerk shot during argument in Philadelphia’s Summerdale neighborhood

Police say the 47-year-old male clerk was unloading soda bottles outside of the business when the gunfire rang out.

2 years ago

Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., enters a closed-door meeting of the Senate Democratic Caucus to address his colleagues for the first time since he was indicted on federal bribery charges at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023
Politics & Policy

Menendez tells Senate colleagues he won’t resign, remains defiant amid bribery charges

Speaking at a closed-door caucus luncheon on Thursday in the Capitol, Menendez echoed his previous public statements in response to last week’s indictment.

2 years ago

A headshot of Mike Vereb
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Top Shapiro staffer was accused of sexual harassment before resigning

Mike Vereb, an aide to Pennsylvania’s governor, was accused months ago by a fellow staffer of sexual harassment.

2 years ago

Ransacked liquor store
Community
6abc

Most Philadelphia liquor stores reopen, but some could be closed for weeks

Officials said it could take days, or weeks, to secure and repair the stores that are still closed.

2 years ago

Lincoln Financial Field
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

FIFA officials tour South Philadelphia sports complex to plan 2026 World Cup

FIFA officials were in South Philadelphia for tours of the Sports Complex and Lincoln Financial Field to discuss logistics for the 2026 World Cup- the biggest sporting event.

2 years ago

Capitol building
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. lawmakers are still trying to finish the budget 3 months after the deadline

Hundreds of millions of dollars for the poorest schools, student mental health grants, and more are in limbo.

2 years ago

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Community

Phillies deny emotional support alligator from entering ballpark

The stadium's policy allows guide dogs, service animals or those in training. All other animals are banned.

2 years ago

Retired Philadelphia teacher Joyce Abbott is framed by balloons during a celebration of her 27-year career, held at Overbrook High School. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Education

The longtime Philly teacher who inspired ‘Abbott Elementary’ is honored at Overbrook High School

Joyce Abbott, the teacher that inspired and motivated Quinta Brunson, had a street renamed after her, and was inducted into her alma mater's Hall of Fame.

2 years ago

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