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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Pennsylvania state Capitol building
Politics & Policy

Governor signs Pennsylvania’s main budget, leaving work ahead for some programs’ funding

Pennsylvania's state budget moved closer to completion on Thursday.

3 years ago

Dustyn Thompson
Politics & Policy

‘All about accessibility’: Delaware offers $2,500 rebates for electric vehicle buyers and requires charging capability in new homes

The two new laws pave the way for more EVs on Delaware roads as advocates hope the state environmental secretary takes an even stronger step.

3 years ago

Listen 1:31
This photo taken with a drone shows the Tree of Life Synagogue in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023
Courts & Law

Pittsburgh synagogue gunman has been sentenced to die in the nation’s deadliest antisemitic attack

It was the first federal death sentence imposed during the presidency of Joe Biden, who pledged during his 2020 campaign to end capital punishment.

3 years ago

A view of the Upper Darby Township building
Politics & Policy

Upper Darby parking enforcement director resigns after theft charges

The former parking chief was placed on administrative leave after theft allegations surfaced. Sekela Coles’ attorney said she officially resigned on Wednesday.

3 years ago

The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023

A measure that would give thousands of survivors a two-year window to seek monetary damages against their abusers is caught up in a politicized battle.

3 years ago

Oil spill
Community
6abc

Coast Guard responds to oil spill in Philadelphia Navy Yard

The Philadelphia Fire Department said about 100 gallons of oil spilled and some did leak into the waterway.

3 years ago

Donald Trump stepping off of an airplane.
Courts & Law

Trump pleads not guilty to federal charges that he tried to overturn the 2020 election

This is the third criminal case brought against Trump in the last six months.

3 years ago

Audience members look towards a screen that says
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

BlackStar Film Festival, Fall Out Boy, and 2nd Street Festival in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 3 - Aug. 6: BlackStar Film Festival in Philly, Fall Out Boy in N.J., and Dean Ford & The Beautiful Ones in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 4:54
Penn anthropology student Autumn Melvin shares the day's finds with community activists Chris Burney (left) and James Wright.
Community

Archaeologists are digging to the bottom of Philadelphia’s Black Bottom

An urban archaeological excavation is searching for artifacts from the West Philly neighborhood destroyed 50 years ago.

3 years ago

Listen 1:19
A woman uses an umbrella for protection from the sun as she walks along with a child
PlanPhilly
Community

‘Hearing somebody’s voice and feeling safe’: How Philly’s ‘heatline’ offers help during heat waves

Callers to the heatline tend to seek tips on staying safe, ask about free air conditioners, or report symptoms of heat-related illness, its director said.

3 years ago

A person walks by a sign reading Drexel University.
Community
6abc

Drexel University men’s basketball player found dead inside on-campus apartment

Terrence Butler was a native of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, according to the school's website.

3 years ago

Pete Byron
Courts & Law

Wildwood, N.J. mayor sentenced in federal tax fraud case

Mayor Pete Byron, 67, learned his fate before a federal judge in Camden on Wednesday.

3 years ago

A U.S. Flag hangs in the background at the corner of Wall and Broad Streets in the heart of the Financial District in New York City, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.
Money

Wall Street tumbles to its worst loss in months

Yields were mixed after Fitch cut the U.S. government’s credit rating. The downgrade strikes at the core of the financial system.

3 years ago

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy delivers his budget address to a joint session of the Legislature at the Statehouse in Trenton, N.J., Feb. 28, 2023.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy leaving Italy vacation early after death of lieutenant governor

Lt. Gov. Oliver died after a short stay at a hospital for an undisclosed medical issue. Senate President Nicholas Scutari is serving as acting governor until Murphy returns.

3 years ago

police officers standing outside of a home
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philly landlord-tenant officer expected to resume evictions ‘within weeks,’ sources say

Marisa Shuter had agreed to temporarily stop performing evictions after a string of shootings involving her deputies.

3 years ago

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