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A protester kicks a tear gas canister fired by police as protests continue Sunday, May 31, 2020, in Philadelphia over the death of George Floyd. Floyd died May 25 after he was pinned at the neck by a Minneapolis police officer. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

Protesters win $9 million settlement and police demilitarization pledge for 2020 tear-gassing

The settlement with the group of 20 activists, organizers, and West Philly residents also includes a pledge to demilitarize the police.

2 years ago

The son of Flyers interim GM Danny Briere has apologized after a video posted on social media showed him pushing an empty wheelchair down a staircase
Courts & Law
6abc

Carson Briere, son of Flyers interim general manager, charged after pushing wheelchair down stairs

Surveillance video from a bar shows Briere tossing a woman's wheelchair down a flight of stairs.

2 years ago

President Joe Biden waves as he walks to Marine One upon departure from the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, March 17, 2023, in Washington
Politics & Policy

Biden issues first veto, taking on new Republican Congress

The veto blocks a measure that bans the government from considering climate change or potential lawsuits when making investment decisions for Americans’ retirement plans.

2 years ago

Clear drifting marks shown on the road at the  intersection of Spring Garden and N 23rd streets. (Ella Lathan/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Will Philly’s new mayor try to curb street racing?

Four-wheelers and dirt bikes are a common occurrence on Philly streets, and some mayoral candidates want this change.

2 years ago

Closeup of MD Hossain Morshed
Courts & Law

Atlantic City Councilman accused of fraud by federal government

MD Hossain Morshed is accused of submitting false voter applications and lying about it, as well as falsely claiming unemployment benefits.

2 years ago

People walking through a heavily flooded area
Science

World on ‘thin ice’ as UN climate report gives stark warning

The UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change said we must cut carbon pollution by two-thirds in the next dozen years.

2 years ago

Exterior of Torrance State Hosptial
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

How some police, attorneys, and jails are trying to help Pa.’s ailing system for mentally ill people

A six-month investigation found the state’s “competency” review system is so broken it often extends incarceration, which can exacerbate mental health issues.

2 years ago

Trump Watching Wrestling Championships
Courts & Law

Trump’s call for protests gets muted reaction by supporters

Former President Donald Trump’s calls for protests ahead of his anticipated indictment in New York have generated mostly muted reactions from supporters.

2 years ago

A building seen from the distance on a sunny day.
Education

Central Bucks School District spent over $250,000 to defuse anti-LGBTQ criticism

The school district has spent at least a quarter of a million dollars on attorney’s fees and public relations services since May, and the full amount is likely much more.

2 years ago

Rabbi Arthur Waskow wrote the original Freedom Seder in 1969, long before he became a rabbi
Arts & Entertainment

Weitzman museum to host 10th annual Freedom Seder

The Freedom Seder, conceived 54 years ago, ties Jewish religious teaching with social activism.

2 years ago

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Items are shown in a store window.
Community

South Street Egg Hunt features ‘eggscellent’ works of art, includes a $1,000 grand prize

Each egg found represents a chance to win prizes, including a Grand Prize Egg Basket worth $1,000.

2 years ago

An Operational room with a dental chair in center, x-ray unit (right) and dental unit (left) at the William D. Kelley School in Brewerytown
Health

A Brewerytown school is now home to the city’s first on-site pediatric dental clinic

Operated by Temple Dental School, the practice aims to increase access to quality care in an area of Philly that has long needed it.

2 years ago

A player celebrates on the basketball court.
Arts & Entertainment

March Madness: Where and what is Fairleigh Dickinson?

Add Fairleigh Dickinson to the list of giant-killing New Jersey colleges in March Madness.

2 years ago

Trump gestures to someone.
Courts & Law

Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest

Donald Trump says in a social media post that he expects to be arrested Tuesday and he's calling on supporters to protest.

2 years ago

Villanova players stand together, arms upraised, celebrating after a victory.
Arts & Entertainment

Siegrist powers Villanova past Cleveland St in March Madness

Maddy Siegrist had 35 points to lead fourth-seeded Villanova into the NCAA Tournament’s second round with a 76-59 win over Cleveland State.

2 years ago

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