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Long commutes start after part of I-95 collapses in Philly from tanker truck fire
Pa. Transportation Secretary Michael Carroll said the I-95 segment carries roughly 160,000 vehicles per day and was likely the busiest interstate in Pa.
3 years ago
After years of advocacy, Medicare finally extends coverage for kidney transplant recipients
Despite the win, many services are still not covered, and this does not apply to patients who receive other organs.
3 years ago
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This Philly play about a struggling bookstore is helping real bookstores
The play about a 1,000-year-old novelist visiting a struggling bookstore was going to be staged in a bookstore. But the store closed.
3 years ago
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To buy, or not to buy? Philly’s weak housing market is serving up a mix of emotions
With high mortgage rates and overvalued home prices, some tenants and homeowners are staying put — while others are taking the plunge.
3 years ago
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Photos: Crews survey damage, begin cleanup following I-95 collapse in Philadelphia
Gov. Josh Shapiro said he will issue a disaster declaration Monday to draw on federal funds to aid in reconstruction efforts.
3 years ago
PennDot says an average of 160,000 vehicles use the impacted roadway everyday. Gov. Shapiro announced a disaster declaration to aid in recovery efforts.
3 years ago
‘Unabomber’ Ted Kaczynski died by suicide in prison medical center, AP sources say
The 81-year-old Kaczynski was found unresponsive in his cell at the Federal Medical Center in Butner, North Carolina around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday.
3 years ago
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Detours posted following I-95 collapse in Philadelphia | What residents, visitors should know
As crews and investigators begin to assess the damage, here is what residents and visitors need to know.
3 years ago
Novak Djokovic wins his 23rd Grand Slam title by beating Casper Ruud in the French Open final
This adds to the French Open titles earned by Djokovic in 2016 and 2021 and makes him the only man with at least three from each major event.
3 years ago
Section of Interstate 95 closed in Philadelphia after fire beneath overpass causes collapse
A section of I-95 will likely remain closed for several days after a tanker truck fire caused an overpass to collapse — commuters are encouraged to find alternate routes.
3 years ago
Penn Medicine offering free cancer screenings during the month of June
The university is partnering with the Community of Compassion CDC to hold a series of health care events for preventative care.
3 years ago
Black men in media discuss their success and the power of telling authentic stories
WHYY’s N.I.C.E initiative organized an event to celebrate Black men in media, unpack harmful tropes, and inspire young artists.
3 years ago
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Two wildfires burn hundreds of acres in New Jersey
The wildfire in Browns Mills stretches over 850 acres, and the Evesham Township fire has spread to 600 acres.
3 years ago
Odunde is more than a celebration of African culture; officials say international trade is next
About two dozen business owners, ambassadors, and economic development leaders gathered to discuss how to work better together during the African Business Roundtable.
3 years ago
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Wilmington children’s hospital puts on an ‘Enchanted Forest’ prom for teenage patients
Nemours Children's Hospital offers a 'Enchanted Forest' prom to give teenage patients a sense of normalcy and community.
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