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Little Amal, a 12-foot puppet, walks down a street in South Philadelphia, accompanied by residents and community members.
Arts & Entertainment

A 12-foot Syrian refugee puppet is asking you to play with her in Philly

Little Amal, a 12-foot puppet of a Syrian refugee, is a global theater project to evoke empathy for people displaced by war.

3 years ago

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Salman Rushdie speaks from a screen. Behind the screen are windows looking out over Independence Hall.
Community

Salman Rushdie addresses rising authoritarianism during First Amendment Summit in Philadelphia

“One of the preconditions for the rise of an authoritarian strongman is that people cease to believe in the truth,” Rushdie said.

3 years ago

Listen 1:04
Patrick McGrath Muñiz poses for a photo. His paintings are visible behind him.
Arts & Entertainment

‘Colonial to neo-Colonial’: Puerto Rican artist’s Baroque style tells modern-day stories of climate change and identity

By using religious altar pieces and tarot imagery, Patrick McGrath Muñiz tackles themes of colonialism, identity, and climate.

3 years ago

Listen 3:43
A close-up of a dog, Yoda
Courts & Law
6abc

K-9 named Yoda helped authorities catch escaped murderer in Pennsylvania

Danelo Cavalcante made one last attempt to get away, but Yoda was unleashed to stop him.

3 years ago

Danelo Cavalcante in custody, flanked by officers
Courts & Law

After catching escaped murderer, officers took a photo with him. Experts say that was inappropriate

Policing experts said the celebratory moment after the grueling 14-day search for the armed suspect was inappropriate and dehumanizing.

3 years ago

The official front logo on the shirts giving to students at the event
Education

Delaware’s first-ever Latinos Unidos Summit aims to empower Latino students and others

Nearly 200 Latino students will take part in the summit that’s designed to build community among young people throughout Delaware.

3 years ago

Philadelphia City Solicitor Diana Cortes speaks at a podium.
Courts & Law

Philly wants to create its own firearm policies to curb gun violence; Pa. Supreme Court will soon rule on preemption law

The city of Philadelphia is suing the state over the right to pass local firearms legislation. The Pa. Supreme Court heard arguments today.

3 years ago

Listen 1:19
Danelo Cavalcante is captured by law enforcement.
Courts & Law
6abc

The timeline of the hunt for escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante

Here's a look at major developments in the massive manhunt.

3 years ago

Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, arrives at the chamber for votes, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.
Politics & Policy

Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and governor, won’t seek reelection in 2024

Romney says the country is ready for a new generation of leadership.

3 years ago

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) is sacked by Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd (56) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J.
Community

NFLPA renews call for natural grass to help prevent injuries after Rodgers gets hurt

Executive director Lloyd Howell says data makes clear that grass is safer than artificial turf.

3 years ago

A general view of the city of Derna is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 12., 2023. Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya that broke dams and swept away entire neighborhoods in multiple coastal towns, the destruction appeared greatest in Derna city
Community

Toll from devastating floods in Libyan city passes 5,100 dead, authorities struggle to get in aid

The U.N. migration agency says that more than 30,000 people have been left homeless by the destruction.

3 years ago

Law enforcement officers escort Danelo Cavalcante from a Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Avondale Pa.
Courts & Law

Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped Chester County Prison, is in custody. Police found him hiding under logs

Police captured Danelo Cavalcante in South Coventry Twp. early Wednesday. He suffered minor bite injuries from the police K9 who located him.

3 years ago

Stanley Crawford speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

Pa. Supreme Court to hear arguments over whether Philly can enact its own, stricter gun laws

“This is a novel issue, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a winnable issue,” said Shaundra Kellam Lewis.

3 years ago

Listen 1:10
Jackie Soro performs onstage.
Arts & Entertainment

South Street businesses lend a hand to Fringe Festival’s queer-friendly cabaret

Late Night Snacks, now in its sixth year, has popped up in a vacant storefront. The business district would like the property to be a performance space permanently.

3 years ago

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HUP crisis response center building's entrance
Health

Crisis response center services return to West Philly as new location opens at former Mercy Philadelphia Hospital site

The new West Philadelphia location marks the city’s fifth crisis response center for people experiencing mental health emergencies.

3 years ago

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