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New graduates
Education

Going to college? Here’s what you should know about student loans

If you’re a high school senior or a college student, you’ll want to apply for federal student loans through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as FAFSA.

2 years ago

Police on the scene
Community
6abc

7 people shot, 1 fatally, after gunfire erupts at a block party in Philadelphia’s Parkside section

A mass shooting occurred during a block party in the Parkside section of Philadelphia, early Saturday morning.

2 years ago

Christian Nunez at bat for Media Little League.
Community

‘Job’s not done’: Media Little League to face off against Gray New Gloucester Little League in World Series

Media Little League is set to play the Gray New Gloucester Little League in a win-or-go-home World Series match on Saturday afternoon.

2 years ago

Children bounce through a space themed attraction during a press preview of Big Bounce America at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

The largest inflatable castle in the world is bouncing through Philly

The size of a hockey rink, Big Bounce has landed at the Navy Yard with a bouncy sports zone and Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course.

2 years ago

19-year-old Saulih Khalifah
Community
6abc

Philly teen carpenter apprentice helps transform Wells Fargo Center

19-year-old Saulih Khalifah, initially signed up for labor duties at the Wells Fargo Center, but found himself in the Carpenters' Apprentice Ready Program. More doors opened.

2 years ago

House on fire after explosion
Community

Underground mines are unlikely to blame for a deadly house explosion in Pennsylvania, state says

The state is looking for potential sources of combustible natural gas such as landfills, sewer lines, wells, pipelines and coal mines.

2 years ago

Proud Boys leader Henry
Courts & Law

Justice Department seeks 33 years in prison for ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio in Jan. 6 case

The sentence, if imposed, would be by far the longest punishment that has been handed down in the massive prosecution of the riot on Jan. 6, 2021.

2 years ago

Debra Bogen at a podium
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Why some of Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s cabinet picks still have ‘acting’ next to their title

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s pick for Pennsylvania health secretary didn’t have the vote to be confirmed by the state Senate, but she’s still leading the agency.

2 years ago

Stop work order sign hanging on a door
Courts & Law

New Jersey shutters 27 Boston Market restaurants over unpaid wages, related worker issues

There were citations for unpaid or late payment of wages, hindering the investigation, failure to pay minimum wage, records violations, and failure to pay earned sick leave.

2 years ago

Fans gather around outside of Citizens Bank Park.
Community
6abc

Phillies fans can soon enter Citizens Bank Park using facial recognition. Here’s how it works

The MLB says the program uses facial authentication differently from other setups.

2 years ago

Flower pots adorn the front of some new homes on Bennett Street.
Community

Building bridges to security: Delaware’s HOSS program fights housing instability

The Housing Outreach and Stability Services program addresses housing instability by partnering with local organizations, offering case management and community outreach.

2 years ago

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Bryce Zenon portrays Zooman, the 15-year-old who fatally shoots a 12-year-old girl in Charles Fuller's ''Zooman and the Sign.'' The play is being staged by Theatre in the X
Arts & Entertainment

After 10 years, is Philly’s Theatre in the X a model for the future of American theater?

The free performance of Charles Fuller’s 1979 drama “Zooman and the Sign” grapples with neighborhood violence that has hardly changed.

2 years ago

Listen 1:37
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy speaks to supporters
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has to pick a new ‘partner-in-government’ in less than a month

Murphy is looking for someone with a record, but is keeping diversity in the forefront.

2 years ago

Person observes intense flooding in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphians could get millions of dollars in home repairs tied to Hurricane Ida flooding

Philadelphia got over $163 million in federal recovery money tied to Ida. The city plans to spend nearly a third of it to improve housing.

2 years ago

(Source: 6abc)
Community
6abc

Philadelphia officer who shot, killed man inside car identified; family wants answers

The family of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry is demanding answers following the fatal shooting involving Officer Mark Dial, a five-year veteran of the Police Department.

2 years ago

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