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SEPTA gas plant in Nicetown still faces opposition as city weighs permit renewal
A civil rights investigation by the EPA over the city’s initial permitting of the facility is still ongoing.
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Alvin Wyatt, 35, of Atlantic City, had argued that he acted in self defense when he opened fire at Pleasantville High School on Nov. 15, 2019.
3 years ago
Donald Trump faces new charges in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Here’s what to know
Here’s the latest on Trump’s new charges and where his other legal cases stand.
3 years ago
Runaway SEPTA trolley slams into historic home in Southwest Philadelphia
Officials said the trolley derailed, struck an SUV, injuring the two people inside, and then slammed into the historic home.
3 years ago
After more than 3 decades, Philly’s Project HOME co-founders are stepping down
Project HOME was born out of a swimming pool locker room. Next week, it will open its 1,000th unit of housing in Philly.
3 years ago
How Upper Makefield police built community online following flooding tragedy
In the wake of tragedy, Upper Makefield community members have found comfort in messages and updates on the police department’s Facebook page.
3 years ago
How to filter PFAS out of your tap water
A new report finds almost 50% of tap water contains PFAS. Here’s what you can do to reduce it from your drinking supply.
3 years ago
Listen 5:23‘We’re in competition with the couch’: Philadelphia theater plots its future
The pandemic fundamentally changed how audiences go to live theater. Now local companies are banding together to face the future.
3 years ago
Listen 3:31Delaware nonprofits secure $6 million to offer housing help to people experiencing homelessness
The American Rescue Plan awarded Delaware $6 million, which will be divided among four groups working to eliminate homelessness and offer housing assistance.
3 years ago
Climate adaptation carries a $15 billion price tag for Pa. towns, study says
The analysis was created by the Center for Climate Integrity, an advocacy group that aims to hold polluters accountable.
3 years ago
Trump accused of asking staffer to delete camera footage in Florida classified documents case
The allegations were made Thursday in an updated grand jury indictment that adds new charges against Trump and adds another defendant to the case.
3 years ago
Democrats say stalled Pa. budget leaves behind adult mental health patients
In 2022, Pennsylvania lawmakers promised to spend $100 million on adult mental health services. This year’s budget uses the money for a different purpose.
3 years ago
Sunoco Pipeline ordered to pay $660,000 for environmental violations, DEP says
Sunoco will pay two separate civil penalties for numerous violations of the Clean Streams Law and the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act.
3 years ago
Man sentenced in theft ring that sold stolen jewels to stores on Philadelphia’s Jewelers’ Row
From May 2018 through February 2020, Duanne Pierce led a jewelry theft ring which stole from stores around the country, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
3 years ago
Bronny James discharged from hospital as LeBron sends thanks and says family is ‘safe and healthy’
A statement issued said that James was “successfully treated for a sudden cardiac arrest” thanks to “the swift and effective response by the USC athletics’ medical staff.”
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