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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at a press conference Sunday June 11, 2023, after a vehicle fire caused an overpass on I-95 to collapse. (Screenshot/Office of the Governor)
Urban Planning

‘It’s going to take longer to get to work’: Philly and Pa. agencies respond to I-95 shutdown after fire causes partial collapse

PennDot says an average of 160,000 vehicles use the impacted roadway everyday. Gov. Shapiro announced a disaster declaration to aid in recovery efforts.

3 years ago

In this April 4, 1996 file photo, Ted Kaczynski, better known as the Unabomber, is flanked by federal agents as he is led to a car from the federal courthouse in Helena, Mont.  Kaczynski, known as the “Unabomber,” has died in federal prison, a spokesperson for the Bureau of Prisons told The Associated Press on Saturday, June 10, 2023. (AP Photo/John Youngbear, File)
Community

‘Unabomber’ Ted Kaczynski died by suicide in prison medical center, AP sources say

The 81-year-old Kaczynski was found unresponsive in his cell at the Federal Medical Center in Butner, North Carolina around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday.

3 years ago

First responders work to extinguish a vehicle fire, Sunday June 11, 2023, that caused an overpass on I-95 to collapse near the Cottman Avenue exit
Community
6abc

Detours posted following I-95 collapse in Philadelphia | What residents, visitors should know

As crews and investigators begin to assess the damage, here is what residents and visitors need to know.

3 years ago

Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning the men's singles final match of the French Open tennis tournament against Norway's Casper Ruud in three sets, 7-6, (7-1), 6-3, 7-5, at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, Sunday, June 11, 2023. Djokovic won his record 23rd Grand Slam singles title, breaking a tie with Rafael Nadal for the most by a man
Community

Novak Djokovic wins his 23rd Grand Slam title by beating Casper Ruud in the French Open final

This adds to the French Open titles earned by Djokovic in 2016 and 2021 and makes him the only man with at least three from each major event.

3 years ago

Crews work to contain a tanker fire underneath an Interstate 95 overpass in Philadelphia on Sunday, June 11, 2023
Community

Section of Interstate 95 closed in Philadelphia after fire beneath overpass causes collapse

A section of I-95 will likely remain closed for several days after a tanker truck fire caused an overpass to collapse — commuters are encouraged to find alternate routes.

3 years ago

A woman steps towards a mammogram machine, guided by a health care professional.
Health

Penn Medicine offering free cancer screenings during the month of June

The university is partnering with the Community of Compassion CDC to hold a series of health care events for preventative care.

3 years ago

P. Kenneth Burns is seated at a podium, turned towards panelists who are seated onstage.
Community

Black men in media discuss their success and the power of telling authentic stories

WHYY’s N.I.C.E initiative organized an event to celebrate Black men in media, unpack harmful tropes, and inspire young artists.

3 years ago

A view of plumes of smoke rising over the forest.
Community
6abc

Two wildfires burn hundreds of acres in New Jersey

The wildfire in Browns Mills stretches over 850 acres, and the Evesham Township fire has spread to 600 acres.

3 years ago

Noel Diarra speaks in front of several people gathered around a roundtable.
Money

Odunde is more than a celebration of African culture; officials say international trade is next

About two dozen business owners, ambassadors, and economic development leaders gathered to discuss how to work better together during the African Business Roundtable.

3 years ago

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A building from the outside
Health

Wilmington children’s hospital puts on an ‘Enchanted Forest’ prom for teenage patients

Nemours Children's Hospital offers a 'Enchanted Forest' prom to give teenage patients a sense of normalcy and community.

3 years ago

Wetlands in Delaware
Courts & Law

On Freshwater Wetland Day, Delaware conservationists mourn SCOTUS decision

A recent Supreme Court decision stripped federal protections for some wetlands nationwide. Pa. and N.J. have strong state laws, but Del.'s wetlands could be at risk.

3 years ago

The exterior of the Bucks County Courthouse is visible.
Courts & Law
6abc

Mayor of Bucks County borough charged in April hit-and-run crash

The mayor of Morrisville Borough, Bucks County has been charged in an April 2023 hit-and-run crash, according to the district attorney's office.

3 years ago

A close-up of a police car.
Courts & Law

Philly cops fired over offensive Facebook posts can pursue First Amendment claim, court rules

A dozen Philly police officers who were fired or suspended for racist and violent social media posts can pursue a lawsuit against the city, a federal appeals court ruled.

3 years ago

A man crossing the street, with a very hazy sky
Health

How wildfires and climate change impact headache and migraine symptoms

Neurologists say the increasing effects of climate change could impact health outcomes, including headaches.

3 years ago

Pennsylvania State Capitol Building
Education
Spotlight PA

Disputes over education spending, cash reserves emerge as Pa. budget deadline approaches

The Democratic-controlled state House passed a budget plan this week that includes a major boost to education spending.

3 years ago

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