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Meet ‘the Zeen’: Philly inventor behind the Steadicam creates wheelchair-walker hybrid
Nearly 50 years ago, Garrett Brown invented the Steadicam for motion picture filming. Today, he’s using his skills to give people more mobility options.
2 years ago
Listen 3:48How Philly’s next mayor may rely on arts groups to address civic problems
Mayoral candidates say they want to use the arts to address civic problems. Some even see it as an important part of anti-violence work.
2 years ago
Listen 5:13‘Temple has to succeed’: Where does Temple University go from here?
Following the resignation of Temple University’s president and months of controversy, key stakeholders reflect on how the university got here and where it should go next.
2 years ago
Rutgers University faculty go on strike
After several months without a contract and no signs of movement between professors and administrators, a strike has been called for all three campuses.
2 years ago
Jon Rahm rallies to win the Masters as Spanish stars align
Rahm shot 69 to capture his first Masters by four strokes over LIV golfers Brooks Koepka and Phil Mickelson, becoming the fourth player from Spain to win a green jacket.
2 years ago
Fire damages 6 Chester County homes, displaces 22 on Easter Sunday
Officials say approximately 80 firefighters were needed to get the flames under control.
2 years ago
Philadelphians hop down South Street for 90th annual Easter Promenade
Sunday’s sunny skies and warm weather, paired with colorful attire, made for a perfect South Street Easter Promenade.
2 years ago
Listen 0:5476ers beat Nets 134-105 before they meet in the playoffs
Mikal Bridges was the only starter for either team to play — for just four seconds.
2 years ago
Sinead Farrelly back in soccer in time for shot at World Cup
Allegations from Havertown-native Farrelly and Mana Shim in 2021 touched off a misconduct scandal that rocked the National Women's Soccer League.
2 years ago
Philadelphia plans to roll out multilingual emergency alerts this year
Many who speak languages other than English struggled to find accurate information during the city’s recent water emergency. City leaders believe a new plan could change that.
2 years ago
Listen 0:49Pope at Easter: Pray for Ukrainian, Russian people, refugees
Tens of thousands of faithful joined the 86-year-old pope on Sunday to celebrate Christianity's most joyful day at Mass in a flower-adorned St. Peter's Square.
2 years ago
Montgomery County rallies behind teen asked to remove hijab to work at restaurant
"For this type to occur during this specific holy time is really a disgrace," said one man.
2 years ago
After tying record for highway deaths, Delaware moves to add penalties for speeds over 90 mph
After tying 1988’s record for highway deaths, Delaware lawmakers unveil a package of bills to crackdown on most common causes of crashes.
2 years ago
Listen 1:14Philly Spring Cleanup: Volunteers aim to make the city green, safe, and clean at annual event
Philadelphia will host its 16th annual Philly Spring Cleanup in hopes to put an end to littering and illegal dumping.
2 years ago
3 shot, 5 injured in Christiana Mall shooting; Delaware State Police search for gunman
The mall will remain closed on Easter Sunday for an investigation.
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