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President Joe Biden speaks on the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act during an event in the East Room of the White House, Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, in Washington
Politics & Policy

Biden will observe 9/11 in Alaska instead of the traditional NYC, Virginia or Pennsylvania events

Vice President Harris will participate in the New York City observance and first lady Jill Biden will lay a wreath at the Pentagon.

3 years ago

Shilese Jones (from left), Simone Biles and Leanne Wong pose for a photograph after placing second, first and third place, respectively, in all-around competition at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023, in San Jose, Calif.
Community

Simone Biles wins a record 8th U.S. Gymnastics title a full decade after her first

Biles will next compete at the world championships in Belgium this fall, where she will look to add to her record total of 25 medals at the meet.

3 years ago

Pennsylvania State Police office
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

Gov. Shapiro refuses to intervene on Pa. police officer data disclosure

A coalition of newsrooms requested Pennsylvania’s database of police officers, but officials denied the info, citing safety concerns for undercover officers.

3 years ago

The Hope Center building
Courts & Law

‘Illegal diversion’ of $339,000 in pandemic relief money? Wilmington sues Delaware Center for Homeless Veterans

Four years ago, the city honored David Mosley. Now it’s accusing him of “fraud” and “grave misrepresentation” in using pandemic relief money.

3 years ago

Former President Donald Trump speaks during a rally,
Courts & Law

Trump’s drumbeat of lies about the 2020 election keeps getting louder. Here are the facts

It's part of a multiyear effort to undermine public confidence in the American electoral process as he seeks to chart a return to the White House in 2024.

3 years ago

A person looks out of a SEPTA Regional Rail train
Urban Planning

SEPTA adjusts Regional Rail train schedules ahead of fall season

The majority of Regional Rail routes will see changes under the new schedule.

3 years ago

A woman with the phrase 'Free To Be Naked' written across her bare chest.
Community

Riders in various states of undress cruise Philadelphia streets in 14th naked bike ride

The annual ride is billed as promoting cycling as a key form of transportation and fuel-conscious consumption. It is also meant to encourage body positivity.

3 years ago

A view of the current Palace of Depression under construction.
Community

Vineland’s Palace of Depression is flourishing with the aid of volunteers

The Palace of Depression was built in 1932 out of one man’s imagination, but was destroyed in the 1960s. A decade later, a father and son worked to rebuild it.

3 years ago

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Christine Coulter speaking at a podium with other police officials
Courts & Law

Eddie Irizarry Jr. killing and PPD response reveal lack of transparency and accountability, experts say

In Philadelphia, where relationships between police officers and residents are already strained, the fatal shooting of Eddie Irizarry Jr. could have larger consequences.

3 years ago

Philly rowhouses
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

‘The system needs to change’: Philly woman is suing OCF Realty for housing discrimination

Under city law, property owners can’t refuse to rent to a prospective tenant because they participate in a housing assistance program.

3 years ago

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Head Priest Giani Gurjit Singh recites hymns from the Sikh Holy Scripture as members of sangat (community) listen.
Community

New Jersey’s Sikh community want schools to teach kids about Sikhism

A N.J. resident drafted a resolution urging the state to incorporate instruction on Sikhism into grade-school curriculum. Community members say it could help prevent bullying.

3 years ago

(Joe Mac Company for the Online News Association)
Community

Local, national, and international journalists represented during ONA23 in Philadelphia

This past week, Philadelphia played host to 1,707 media professionals from across the globe for the first part of the Online News Association’s 2023 convention.

3 years ago

Before the ceremony at the Ukrainian Folk Festival in Horsham, Pa., both the national anthems of the United States and of Ukraine were sung on August 27, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

Ukrainian Folk Festival highlights unity between Ukraine and U.S. amid ongoing war

Thousands flocked to Horsham, Pa. Sunday for the Ukrainian Folk Festival — immersing attendees in Ukrainian culture while celebrating “liberty and unity” with the U.S.

3 years ago

Listen 1:15
Close-up shot of Yevgeny Prigozhin
Politics & Policy

Russia says it confirmed Wagner leader Prigozhin died in a plane crash

Russia’s Investigative Committee has confirmed Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was killed in a plane crash.

3 years ago

Residents gather for a prayer near the scene of a mass shooting at a Dollar General store, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Community

Sheriff provides the first details of how a white man fatally shot 3 Black people at a Florida store

Jacksonville's sheriff says a white gunman who killed three people at a Dollar General store Saturday was racially motivated and hated Black people.

3 years ago

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