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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
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Bruce Springsteen shows at Citizens Bank Park postponed due to illness
Tickets purchased will still be valid for the rescheduled dates.
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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
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.”
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Listen 1:25England 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.
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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.
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Philadelphia Zoo selects first woman president and CEO in 164-year history
Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman will be the zoo’s 15th president.
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Philly health officials report small uptick in COVID-19 cases ahead of viral season
Philadelphia public health officials say they will monitor hospitalizations and wastewater data to identify possible increases in COVID-19 activity.
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Listen 7:40‘The process is rolling’: Delaware takes 3rd look at procuring offshore wind power
A 2008 contract that would have made Delaware a pioneer in offshore wind evaporated. A 2018 study cited high costs, but a new law has the state pursuing the notion again.
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Listen 1:54Messi scored his ninth goal in six games, dealing the Union its second-ever home loss since 2021. Many described his arrival as transformational for soccer in the U.S.
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Listen 1:07WHYY News wins national Edward R. Murrow Award for ‘Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist’ podcast
The podcast was a collaboration between WHYY News and Temple University’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting.
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