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After riders revolted against SEPTA ‘Bus Revolution,’ planned route changes have been revamped
SEPTA has updated its planned overhaul of Philly bus routes after riders were unhappy with the changes designed to streamline the system.
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8 dolphins dead after mass stranding event in Sea Isle City, New Jersey
"The decision was made to humanely euthanize the dolphins to prevent further suffering," the Marine Mammal Stranding Center said.
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Phillies tease ‘more electrifying’ home run experience as massive scoreboard nears completion
The new structure above the seats in left field is 77% larger than the previous scoreboard at the ballpark.
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In Trump probe, NYC grand jury hearing from final witnesses
Law enforcement officials have accelerated security preparations in advance of a possible indictment.
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Trump indictment would be unprecedented moment in U.S. history
Here's a look at the hush-money probe, grand jury process and possible ramifications for his presidential campaign.
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Spring is officially here, and Philly is in full bloom
WHYY News photographer Kimberly Paynter captured some of the most scenic spring moments in Philly. Here’s what she found.
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Invisible dance exhibit highlights accessibility in art at UPenn
Artist Carolyn Lazard collaborated on an original dance with music, then stripped both sound and visuals to make their installation, “Long Take.”
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Listen 1:15PGW’s pipeline replacement plan will cost up to $8 billion and ignores climate impacts, study says
The report has a number of regulatory recommendations, which could help give PGW, the city, and ratepayers a more accurate accounting of the gas main replacement program.
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It’s called source of income discrimination. City law makes it illegal, but it’s incredibly common.
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‘Ted Lasso’ visits White House, promotes mental health care
Biden has called on lawmakers in both parties to expand resources to fight the “mental health crisis” in the nation as part of a bipartisan “unity agenda.”
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Siegrist leads Villanova into Sweet 16 for 2nd time ever
The fourth-seeded Wildcats won their record 30th game and celebrated the March Madness milestone in front of another packed house at the Pavilion.
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Massive 4-alarm fire destroys church in Florence, New Jersey
The flames broke out around 6 p.m. at the Fountain of Life Center in Florence, NJ.
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Sixers legends recall ‘joyous ride’ of winning NBA Championship 40 years ago
Some Sixers legends believe the current team can cap off the 40th-anniversary championship run with an NBA title of their own.
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Listen 5:2913-year-old, two 16-year-olds shot in West Philadelphia; at least 44 shots fired
A triple shooting injured three juveniles including a 13-year-old on Monday in West Philadelphia.
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Protesters win $9 million settlement and police demilitarization pledge for 2020 tear-gassing
The settlement with the group of 20 activists, organizers, and West Philly residents also includes a pledge to demilitarize the police.
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