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Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Fresh Air Weekend collects the best segments from the week's programs and crafts them together for great weekend listening.

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a 2020 census envelope
Politics & Policy

Simulation suggests 2020 census missed fifth of noncitizens

During the 2020 census, the Trump administration tried but failed to prevent people in the country illegally from being tallied.

2 years ago

Police car with siren flashing at night.
Courts & Law

New Castle County police officer kills pedestrian while responding to domestic disturbance call

Police said the officer’s SUV was fully marked but did not reveal whether he was speeding or had his emergency lights activated.

2 years ago

Apartment building on fire.
Community
6abc

Boy, 12, dies in Maple Shade apartment complex fire; mom and sister in critical condition

Viewer video showed intense flames burning through the roof at the Fox Meadow apartment complex.

2 years ago

Marijuana products are displayed at the Good Leaf Dispensary
Community

When will Delaware’s first ‘marijuana mart’ open? That’s for state weed czar to decide

Officials must follow a meticulous series of steps over the next 16 months before licenses can be issued to grow, make, test, and sell products.

2 years ago

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A person pushes a shopping cart in a parking lot. A case of bottled water is visible on the cart.
PlanPhilly
Community

Philly’s tap water has a trust problem. Did the recent contamination scare make it worse?

Before a chemical spill threatened to contaminate Philly’s water, 42% of residents drank bottled water. The long-term impact of the incident on trust is “yet to be felt.”

2 years ago

South Philly restaurant Juana Tamale was penalized by the city for its sign that is 8 inches larger than what officials said was allowed under zoning law.
(Kristen Mosbrucker/ WHYY News)
Politics & Policy

3 things Philly small business owners say they want the next mayor to tackle

From South Philly to West Oak Lane, small business owners are concerned that if the next mayor can’t tackle crime, red tape and tax reform they won’t be able to grow.

2 years ago

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(6abc)
Community
6abc

New Jersey police officer dies from gunshot wound sustained in line of duty

Action News has learned that Officer Robert "Bobby" Shisler passed away at the hospital on May 7.

2 years ago

Joel Embiid shooting over 2 defenders.
Community

Harden makes winning 3 in OT, 76ers tie series with Celtics

The Sixers have tied the series at 2-2, after holding off a furious Celtics comeback attempt in game 4.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber gestures after hitting a home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Sunday, May 7, 2023, in Philadelphia
Community

Schwarber, Walker lead Phils over Boston 6-1, stop skid at 6

J.T. Realmuto singled twice and drove in two runs for the defending NL champions who won for the first time since Bryce Harper’s return to the lineup on Tuesday.

2 years ago

Norman Hall was completed in 1891, nearly two decades after the Masonic Temple was opened.
Community

Masonic Temple of Philadelphia celebrating 150 years, not holding any secrets

Since 1873, the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia has drawn in Masons and non-Masons alike.

2 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline stands in the background of the city's sports complex.
Community
6abc

Phillies, Sixers overlapping home games means busy afternoon at sports complex

The South Philadelphia sports complex has a busy Sunday with both Phillies and 76ers playing at home.

2 years ago

Emergency personnel take away a damaged vehicle after a fatal collision in Brownsville, Texas, on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Several migrants were killed after they were struck by a vehicle while waiting at a bus stop near Ozanam Center, a migrant and homeless shelter.
Community

SUV driver hits crowd at Texas bus stop near border; 7 dead

Police say seven people are dead and as many as six are injured after they were struck by a vehicle while waiting at a bus stop outside of a migrant shelter.

2 years ago

Students walking in the hall at school.
Education

To improve kids’ mental health, some schools start later

Large school systems including Denver, Philadelphia and Anchorage, Alaska, have been looking into later start times.

2 years ago

File photo: Philadelphia Union's Déniel Gazdag reacts after scoring a goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the Toronto FC, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Chester, Pa
Community

Gazdag, Blake guide Union to 1-0 victory over Red Bulls

The Union improve to 7-0-3 in their last 10 match-ups with the Red Bulls (1-4-6), including the playoffs.

2 years ago

People raise their hands as they leave a shopping center following reports of a shooting, Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Allen, Texas.
Community

‘We started running’: 8 killed in Texas outlet mall shooting

Authorities on Saturday did not immediately provide details about the victims in Allen, Texas, but witnesses reported seeing children among them.

2 years ago

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