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Tariq Moore speaks into a microphone
Community

New vocational studies and entrepreneurship program aims to reduce violence and poverty among Black boys in Philly

Through a partnership with Atlanta's SAVE Institute, dozens of middle and high school boys traveled to Philadelphia to support a new program with similar goals — Philly SAFE.

3 years ago

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Chris Langhorn poses for a photo in front of his electric vehicle while it's charging.
Education

‘At the forefront’: Students at Delaware vo-tech school install, operate EV charging stations

Delcastle Technical’s project launches as Delaware is encouraging the purchase of EVs, and requiring new homes to have charging infrastructure.

3 years ago

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Kyle Schwarber celebrates after hitting a home run
Community

Schwarber homers twice, Turner goes deep, Phillies power past Arizona 10-0 in Game 2 of NLCS

Philadelphia improved to 7-1 in the playoffs, moving closer to a second straight World Series appearance.

3 years ago

A plane flies a banner that reads
Community

Photo essay: Thousands pack South Philly’s Sports Complex for NLCS, Flyers home opener, and Mexico vs. Germany

A sports extravaganza took place in South Philadelphia Tuesday night with three major sports events happening at the same time — right next to each other.

3 years ago

Andrew Jeffries and Stacey Holder stand on a lift, chiseling pieces from a mural on a building.
Arts & Entertainment

Isaiah Zagar’s iconic Painted Bride mosaic in Philadelphia’s Old City neighborhood is coming down

The 7,000-square-foot tile mosaic wrapping the former performance venue had been in legal limbo for five years.

3 years ago

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Aftermath of airstrike
Community

Blast kills hundreds at Gaza hospital; Hamas and Israel trade blame, as Biden heads to Mideast

Ambulances and private cars rushed some 350 casualties from the al-Ahli blast to Gaza City’s main hospital, al-Shifa, which was already overwhelmed with wounded.

3 years ago

Rev. Robert Collier Sr. speaking at a podium
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Groundbreaking project’: Black Clergy of Philadelphia backs Sixers’ arena proposal

The endorsement is part of a broader effort to execute a community benefits agreement the team wants to finalize before construction starts.

3 years ago

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The dome of the state Capitol in Trenton, New Jersey
Courts & Law

Justice Department investigates possible civil rights violations by police in New Jersey capital

The investigation will focus on allegations that officers have used excessive force, stopped motorists and pedestrians without justification, and illegally searched homes.

3 years ago

A Pennsylvania voter in Camp Hill wears an I Voted sticker on Election Day, Nov. 8, 2022.
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Elecciones Pa. 2023: Lo que hay que saber sobre las preguntas de retención judicial en la papeleta de noviembre

Los votantes de Pensilvania deberán considerar la posibilidad de otorgar a dos jueces de la Corte Superior nuevos mandatos de 10 años.

3 years ago

protesters holding up signs at the rally
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘We can have nice things’: Philly climate activists rally for investments in public spaces

The Sunrise activists want Philly’s next mayor to put solar panels on rec center roofs, open libraries longer, and turn vacant lots into gardens.

3 years ago

Sign outside of a polling place
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Elecciones Pa. 2023: Una guía completa sobre quién está en la papeleta, cuándo votar, cómo votar, dónde votar, la emisión de votos por correo y más

Los ciudadanos de Pa. encontrarán candidatos para la Corte Suprema del estado, contiendas municipales y más, en la papeleta de las elecciones generales del 7 de noviembre.

3 years ago

Horseshoe crabs spawn along the shore of the Indian River Inlet at James Farm Ecological Preserve in Ocean View, Delaware.
Community

Delaware Bay female horseshoe crabs spared from commercial harvest for another year

“The fate of red knots should not be put on the line year after year,” said one advocate.

3 years ago

Palestinians flee Israeli bombardment of Rafah
Politics & Policy

Israeli bombings kill dozens of people in the Gaza region where civilians were told to seek refuge

Aid workers warned that the territory was near complete collapse. Hospitals are on the verge of losing electricity, threatening the lives of thousands of patients.

3 years ago

Thousands gather at Independence Hall on Oct. 16, 2023 after a
Community

Thousands ‘March For Israel’ in Philadelphia, vowing the nation will defeat Hamas

As thousands united in supporting the nation, speakers offered prayers for those engaged in combat, taken hostage, and for Israel’s “right to defend itself.”

3 years ago

Bryce Harper, Travis Konecny, and Hirving Lozano
Arts & Entertainment

Phillies and Flyers and Mexico-Germany, oh my! Transit and parking details for Tuesday night in South Philly

The Sports Complex should be rocking all night, and SEPTA and the PPA have made adjustments to make transit as smooth as possible.

3 years ago

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