
Archives: Articles
Gun recovered from Philadelphia middle school, two juveniles in custody
A teacher at Grover Washington Middle School alerted authorities that a student was in possession of a firearm, according to the Philadelphia Police.
2 years ago
WHYY’s ‘Studio 2’ went 1-on-1 with Philly’s mayoral candidates. Here’s what they had to say
Hear directly from candidates Amen Brown, Jeff Brown, Allan Domb, Helen Gym, David Oh, Cherelle Parker, and Rebecca Rhynhart.
2 years ago
‘We deserve much better’: Critics oppose Philly’s plan for evaluating Sixers arena proposal
Experts supporting the Save Chinatown Coalition say the city is doing a disservice to its residents.
2 years ago
Philadelphia protest calls for minimum wage hike and local control on future wage increases
The goal is not only to have a $15 minimum wage, but to wrestle control for future wage increases out of state control and into local hands.
2 years ago
Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse, awards accuser $5M
The verdict was announced in a federal courtroom in New York City on the first day of jury deliberations.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania House battle hinges on Philadelphia suburbs
At stake in the Delaware County special election is whether Gov. Shapiro will have at least one chamber to aid his agenda going into the final month of budget negotiations.
2 years ago
2 men escape Philadelphia prison, undetected for hours
They escaped from the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center around 8:30 p.m. Sunday by cutting a hole in a fence surrounding a recreation yard.
2 years ago
Why did the Mütter Museum take down all their YouTube videos and online exhibits?
There has been an ongoing, broader discussion around displaying human remains, which has brought up some difficult questions many institutions are grappling with.
2 years ago
Listen 7:04Strep throat is making a comeback in Philly after pandemic lows
Strep throat is fairly common among school-aged kids, but cases dropped during the pandemic. Now, infections are soaring.
2 years ago
Some allergy meds require a photo ID to buy. Here’s what to do in Philly if you don’t have one
With pollen counts high this spring, many are reaching for their allergy meds. But some over-the-counter allergy drugs require a U.S. photo ID to purchase.
2 years ago
Bills’ Hamlin will put the millions raised into his charity
Hamlin first started Chasing M’s Foundation in May 2020 when he was still a student playing with the University of Pittsburgh.
2 years ago
Teamsters Local 830 union ends 4-week strike against Liberty Coca-Cola
Liberty Coca-Cola says the new contract with union workers provides the greater benefits and wages workers were asking for.
2 years ago
Gun fired at elementary school in North Philadelphia, no injuries reported
A gun was found at E.W. Rhodes Elementary around 11 a.m. following the shooting, according to Philadelphia Police.
2 years ago
Kenney gives ‘non-endorsement’ nod to Parker as he outlines transition plans for next Philly mayor
Kenney said he voted for, but isn’t endorsing Cherelle Parker, as he unveiled plans to help Philly’s next mayor be ready for success.
2 years ago
Philly water rate hike plans draw scrutiny from City Council
The proposed rate hike will cost the average resident $15 more a month over the next three years.
2 years ago