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Weather

Pa. extends Code Orange for Philly area as wildfires fuel poor air quality

Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.

3 years ago

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning a point against Serbia's Novak Djokovic in the final of the men's singles on day fourteen of the Wimbledon tennis championships in London
Community

Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in 5 sets to win Wimbledon for his 2nd major trophy

The No. 1-ranked Alcaraz prevented Djokovic from what would have been a record-tying eighth title, and fifth in a row, at the grass-court tournament.

3 years ago

An image of a Stop sign in the middle of flooding.
Weather

5 people killed, 2 children missing after flash floods in Upper Makefield Twp.

"I want Bucks County to know that we are here with you,” said Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro.

3 years ago

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Weather
6abc

Thunderstorms and downpours to create flash flooding problems

Thunderstorms and downpours will create flash flooding problems today and some severe weather.

3 years ago

Jase Bryck Scooter Tricks
Community

Delaware scooter shop owner hopes to support the scooter community with expanded opportunities

Blending BMX and skateboarding techniques, scootering is a lesser-known action sport that’s gaining popularity at Newport Skatepark in Delaware.

3 years ago

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Health

Pew Charitable Trusts grants $6.55 million to Philly nonprofits to address youth mental health crisis

The five grantees aim to increase their organization’s workforce, improve accessibility of mental health services, and build new locations.

3 years ago

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Money

The Battery in Fishtown is getting a 62-unit boutique hotel

The new Fishtown hotel known as Riversuites is expected to open by the end of the year.

3 years ago

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Community
6abc

Over 170 pets recovered from Pennsylvania home after being found in unsanitary conditions

Over 100 dogs, 2 chickens, 2 peacocks, 12 cats, 2 guinea pigs, 1 dove, 3 finches, 1 parakeet, and 4 rabbits were at the home.

3 years ago

Nylla Miller speaks in a close-up photo. She is wearing her high school graduation cap and gown.
Education

Students in shortchanged Pennsylvania school districts plug away while lawmakers dither over funding

By pursuing funding equity in court, financially challenged Pennsylvania districts are following a well-traveled school reform path.

3 years ago

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Community

Authorities say escaped homicide suspect may be getting desperate living in wilderness

A homicide suspect who used bed sheets to escape from jail last week continues to evade capture.

3 years ago

A close-up of a police car.
Community
6abc

Philadelphia police officer dies after being found unresponsive in patrol car

The discovery was made around 9 p.m. on the 1800 block of South Columbus Boulevard.

3 years ago

A close-up of a van emblazoned with the words Camden Loop
Urban Planning

Camden rolls out new on-demand public transport shuttle vans citywide

In a city where nearly half of renters don’t own personal vehicles, Camden leaders are hoping to close the social equity gap in transportation.

3 years ago

A team of gymnasts poses for a photo.
Community

Valley Forge to host the YMCA National Championship in 2024

Three Montgomery County YMCA gyms will run the event together. They expect about 1,700 athletes plus their families to attend.

3 years ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Philly musician Yeho Bostick to be remembered at Ardmore Music Hall

Bostick succumbed to cancer two weeks ago. His charisma and musicianship touched a wide swath of Philly’s music scene.

3 years ago

Pedestrians carry plastic bags in Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

No more plastic utensils at the King of Prussia Mall: Upper Merion bans single-use plastic

Lower Merion and Upper Moreland also banned plastic bags this summer.

3 years ago

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