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Members of the Writers Guild of America union protest outside the Netflix headquarters near Union Square, Wednesday, May 3, 2023, in New York. 
(AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah)
Arts & Entertainment

Why Hollywood writers are striking and the immediate impact

Writers of films and TV shows are now on strike. The central issue in negotiations is writers' share of pay for shows that stream on Netflix and similar outlets.

2 years ago

In this May 5, 2015, file photo, dancers from Jalisco, Mexico, perform during Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Portland, Ore. President Donald Trump's immigration policies and rhetoric are leaving some Mexican Americans and immigrants feeling at odds with a day they already thought was appropriated by beer and liquor companies, event promoters and local bars. American bars and restaurants gear up every year for Cinco de Mayo, offering special deals on Mexican food and alcoholic drinks for the May 5 holiday that is barely celebrated south of the border. 
(AP Photo/Don Ryan, File)
Community

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican culture, not independence

In the United States, the date is largely seen as a celebration of Mexican American culture stretching back to the 1800s in California.

2 years ago

Mayoral candidates, from left to right, Jeff Brown, Helen Gym, Rebecca Rhynhart, Cherelle Parker, state Rep. Amen Brown and Allan Domb take part in a Democratic primary debate at the WPVI-TV studio in Philadelphia on April 25, 2023. In Philadelphia's first mayoral race since crime spiked during the coronavirus pandemic, the crowded Democratic field is trying to make public safety a campaign cornerstone, advocating approaches that range from mental health interventions and cleaner streets to echoes of “tough-on-crime” Republican rhetoric. 
(AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia mayoral race hones in on crime policies

Candidates are advocating approaches that range from mental health interventions and cleaner streets to echoes of “tough-on-crime” Republican rhetoric.

2 years ago

Protester holding a picture of Fanta Bility
Courts & Law

Former Sharon Hill officers get house arrest for Fanta Bility’s shooting death

The ex-officers have been sentenced to five years of probation — the first 11 months of it on house arrest.

2 years ago

Matty Geez poses for a photo next to his colorful cacti creations.
Arts & Entertainment

‘It’s just gay.’ A forest of fanciful cacti pops up in the Navy Yard

Matty Geez’s immersive art environment “Greetings from the Mirage” is the latest temporary, pop-up art installation at the former military base.

2 years ago

Flags from different countries blow in the wind as City Hall is visible in the background.
Politics & Policy

What would Philadelphia’s immigrant communities like to see from the next mayor?

Expanding language access resources, strengthening protective policies, and investing in small businesses are among the priorities.

2 years ago

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Napoli fans cheer in front of the Diego Armando Maradona stadium, in Naples, Italy
Community

Napoli fans wildly celebrate Italian soccer league title

Diego Maradona led the team to the 1987 and 1990 titles, and Napoli sealed its third championship with a 1-1 draw at Udinese on Thursday.

2 years ago

Associate Justice Clarence Thomas joins other members of the Supreme Court as they pose for a new group portrait, at the Supreme Court building in Washington
Courts & Law

Justice Clarence Thomas let GOP donor pay tuition: Report

The revelation of tuition payments made by Dallas billionaire Harlan Crow is the latest example of Crow’s generosity to Thomas and his family.

2 years ago

New Jersey State Police cars parked on the side of the street.
Courts & Law

Out of 100 N.J. police departments, 5 are following state mandates for police complaints

A new report from the state comptroller is signaling possible widespread issues in departments following mandates from the attorney general.

2 years ago

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Ed
Courts & Law

Jury finds Ed Sheeran didn’t copy Marvin Gaye classic

A jury has concluded that British singer Ed Sheeran's hit song “Thinking Out Loud” didn't copy key components of Marvin Gaye's classic tune “Let's Get It On.”

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier is seated at her council desk.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly bills seek to stem ‘tidal wave’ of expiring affordable housing units

The legislation places new requirements on property owners who operate federally-backed affordable housing units.

2 years ago

Zach Rehl
Courts & Law
6abc

Former Philadelphia Proud Boys leader among 4 members found guilty of Jan. 6 sedition plot

The Proud Boys trial has been the longest to date in the Justice Department's pursuit of Capitol rioters.

2 years ago

Images of piles of pasta in a wooded area.
Community
6abc

Hundreds of pounds of pasta dumped in New Jersey woods

More than 500 pounds of pasta was dumped in the New Jersey woods last week, including ziti, spaghetti and other noodles.

2 years ago

Police officers watch as protesters gather in the Broadway-Lafayette subway station to protest the death of Jordan Neely, Wednesday, May 3, 2023 in New York. Four people were arrested, police said. Neely, a man who was suffering an apparent mental health episode aboard a New York City subway, died this week after being placed in a headlock by a fellow rider on Monday, May 1, according to police officials and video of the encounter. 
(AP Photo/Jake Offenhartz)
Courts & Law

Man dies after being placed in a chokehold by a subway rider

Manhattan prosecutors promised a “rigorous” investigation into whether to bring charges in the death of Jordan Neely.

2 years ago

A man walks past the News Corp. and Fox News headquarters on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, in New York. Fox Corp.'s hefty $787.5 million settlement with Dominion over defamation charges is unlikely to make a dent in Fox's operations, analysts say. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
Arts & Entertainment

Fox opposes fellow journalists trying to uncover documents

Fox News is opposing an effort by three news organizations to reveal documents related to its recently settled defamation lawsuit.

2 years ago

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