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N.J. panel advances plan to merge universities
A New Jersey Senate committee has advanced the controversial measure that would reorganize the state’s system of higher education. ...
14 years ago
City Council reaches compromise deal on budget
Philadelphia City Council sources have told WHYY that there is a deal on the city budget. Details include the school district rece ...
14 years ago
Sandusky championship ring for sale on eBay
With testimony underway in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse trial, eBay user spongebob1616 is reminding everyone that at one time, Jerr ...
14 years ago
Shell tax break was always on the table, Corbett administration says
When Gov. Tom Corbett praised a deal with a major energy giant to set up shop in western Pennsylvania, he didn’t mention a $1.7 bil ...
14 years ago
In photos: Philadelphia celebrates Flag Day
Where better to celebrate Flag Day than Philadelphia? The home of soft pretzels, cheesesteaks and TastyKakes was first the home of ...
14 years ago
[copy] Complete coverage: Philadelphia Archdiocese child sex abuse scandal
Find the latest headlines from the Philadelphia Archdiocese child sex abuse scandal since the District Attorney released the Grand Jury r ...
14 years ago
As Sandusky trial continues, Pa. panel concentrates on preventing child abuse
In the wake of child sex abuse charges against Jerry Sandusky, Pennsylvania lawmakers have created a panel to look for ways to improve ch ...
14 years ago
Man cured of HIV speaks up to inspire those living with the virus
Timothy Ray Brown, known to most of the world as the “Berlin Patient,” spoke today in Philadelphia at the 13th Annual HIV Pre ...
14 years ago
Board holding off on second Philly casino license
The state’s gaming board is still holding off on a decision about what to do with the second casino license currently slotted for ...
14 years ago
Denied a seat at the table after shattering the glass ceiling
Before Ilene Wasserman could order lunch at The Union League, somebody approached her in the empty di ...
14 years ago
This Saturday, join the Wister Neighborhood Council as they host a community picnic at the Waring House from 2-8 p.m. The purpose ...
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