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Thousands attend Celebration of Life for legendary Philly DJ Jerry Blavat
"Jerry wished for a big celebration of life," his family's statement said. "And we have a big one planned."
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Aryna Sabalenka wins 1st Grand Slam title at Australian Open
The only set she has dropped all season was the opener on Saturday against Wimbledon champion Rybakina.
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Delaware County making significant gains in reducing prison population
Several years ago, Delaware County was “incarcerating at levels that were unmatched across the state.” Now, county officials say they have changed course.
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Memphis authorities release video in Tyre Nichols’ death
Video showing five Memphis officers beating a Black man has been made public.
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Clock Tower Schools will reopen Glen Mills with additional oversight, says DHS
Officials say Clock Tower Schools is a new entity, even though it includes people who worked for Glen Mills Schools, which closed in 2019 due to abuse allegations.
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Lobbyist says she was harassed by current Pa. lawmaker, wants legislature to change misconduct rules
A lobbyist for one of Pennsylvania’s most influential unions says a sitting state House lawmaker sexually harassed her.
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Mayor of Upper Darby booked on DUI charges after traffic stop
According to court records, Keffer appeared to be drunk, got in a crash and ultimately refused a blood test.
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Veteran DJ David Dye on the style and impact of Philly legend Jerry Blavat
Jerry Blavat’s voice wove into the soundtrack of Philly for more than six decades. DJ David Dye spoke to the Geator’s influence with “Morning Edition” host Jennifer Lynn.
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Listen 7:53Nearly 50,000 potentially lethal doses of fentanyl seized in Wilmington raid
Wilmington Councilwoman Zanthia Oliver, who recently held a rally against gun violence, says she’s both stunned and heartened by the arrests.
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A proposed route along Roosevelt Blvd., the idea for which was first floated more than a century ago, isn't currently financially feasible, said SEPTA GM Leslie Richards.
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Lawmakers appeal ruling on legality of impeaching Philly DA
Republican state lawmakers on Thursday filed an appeal with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, hoping to preserve elements of their impeachment case.
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Philly’s Free Library is making space for people to create
A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level.
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Listen 1:50Delaware City Refinery second highest for nitrogen pollution among refiners nationwide
Delaware City’s PBF refinery discharged more than one million pounds of nitrogen into the Delaware River without violating its permit. Advocates say that’s a problem.
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Latino leaders and business owners gathered at the Legislative Hall in Dover this week to oppose a measure they fear would harm their businesses.
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FDR Park redevelopment discussion halted due to protests
Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.
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