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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.
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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
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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Weitzman museum to host 10th annual Freedom Seder
The Freedom Seder, conceived 54 years ago, ties Jewish religious teaching with social activism.
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Listen 1:22South 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.
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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
March Madness: Where and what is Fairleigh Dickinson?
Add Fairleigh Dickinson to the list of giant-killing New Jersey colleges in March Madness.
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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
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.
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