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This handout image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases shows an electron microscope image of Group A Streptococcus (orange) during phagocytic interaction with a human neutrophil (blue)
Health

Strep throat is making a comeback in Philly after pandemic lows

Strep throat is fairly common among school-aged kids, but cases dropped during the pandemic. Now, infections are soaring.

3 years ago

The interior of a Kensington pharmacy
Health

Some allergy meds require a photo ID to buy. Here’s what to do in Philly if you don’t have one

With pollen counts high this spring, many are reaching for their allergy meds. But some over-the-counter allergy drugs require a U.S. photo ID to purchase.

3 years ago

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin speaks in front of University of Cincinnati Medical Center staff during the NFL Honors award show ahead of Super Bowl 57
Community

Bills’ Hamlin will put the millions raised into his charity

Hamlin first started Chasing M’s Foundation in May 2020 when he was still a student playing with the University of Pittsburgh.

3 years ago

More than 400 members of Teamsters Local 830 picketed for a 10th day outside of the Liberty Coca-Cola facility in Juniata Park
Community
6abc

Teamsters Local 830 union ends 4-week strike against Liberty Coca-Cola

Liberty Coca-Cola says the new contract with union workers provides the greater benefits and wages workers were asking for.

3 years ago

Police cars outside of E.W. Rhodes Elementary School
Education

Gun fired at elementary school in North Philadelphia, no injuries reported

A gun was found at E.W. Rhodes Elementary around 11 a.m. following the shooting, according to Philadelphia Police.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signs an Executive Order creating the position of transition director ahead of the 2023 Primary Elections for city mayor
Politics & Policy

Kenney gives ‘non-endorsement’ nod to Parker as he outlines transition plans for next Philly mayor

Kenney said he voted for, but isn’t endorsing Cherelle Parker, as he unveiled plans to help Philly’s next mayor be ready for success.

3 years ago

running water in a kitchen sink.
Community

Philly water rate hike plans draw scrutiny from City Council

The proposed rate hike will cost the average resident $15 more a month over the next three years.

3 years ago

A voter enters the J.C. Stuart Elementary School in Willingboro, N.J., to vote in the primary election. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

What to know ahead of New Jersey’s 2023 primary election

New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 6. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.

3 years ago

police officer pepper spraying a protester
Courts & Law
6abc

Mistrial declared in case involving former Philadelphia officer who pepper-sprayed protesters

The jury told the judge it was at an impasse on Friday, but the judge urged them to continue working toward a verdict.

3 years ago

Union members showing support during a news conference at Rutgers University-New Brunswick on Mon., May 8, 2023
Education

‘We have to continue to teach this university a lesson’: 3 Rutgers faculty unions vote to ratify contract, but say ‘unfinished business’ remains

The agreement, which covers 9,000 union members, was overwhelmingly approved Monday. Contract negotiations continue for thousands of other Rutgers staff.

3 years ago

a 2020 census envelope
Politics & Policy

Simulation suggests 2020 census missed fifth of noncitizens

During the 2020 census, the Trump administration tried but failed to prevent people in the country illegally from being tallied.

3 years ago

Police car with siren flashing at night.
Courts & Law

New Castle County police officer kills pedestrian while responding to domestic disturbance call

Police said the officer’s SUV was fully marked but did not reveal whether he was speeding or had his emergency lights activated.

3 years ago

Apartment building on fire.
Community
6abc

Boy, 12, dies in Maple Shade apartment complex fire; mom and sister in critical condition

Viewer video showed intense flames burning through the roof at the Fox Meadow apartment complex.

3 years ago

Marijuana products are displayed at the Good Leaf Dispensary
Community

When will Delaware’s first ‘marijuana mart’ open? That’s for state weed czar to decide

Officials must follow a meticulous series of steps over the next 16 months before licenses can be issued to grow, make, test, and sell products.

3 years ago

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A person pushes a shopping cart in a parking lot. A case of bottled water is visible on the cart.
PlanPhilly
Community

Philly’s tap water has a trust problem. Did the recent contamination scare make it worse?

Before a chemical spill threatened to contaminate Philly’s water, 42% of residents drank bottled water. The long-term impact of the incident on trust is “yet to be felt.”

3 years ago

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