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Trenton residents come together for a community barbecue powered by Dodge Foundation
“For WHYY to really take a chance and really take an approach like this is important,” said Perry Shaw III, director of the Trenton Community Street Team.
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Philly’s U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans says he’ll retire at end of term
Evans, who had a stroke last year, won’t leave office until 2027. His announcement will likely set off a primary scramble to find his successor.
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Listen 1:16AFSCME DC33, which represents Philly’s blue-collar workers, is vowing to strike at midnight if there isn’t an agreement with the city.
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Nicole Sweeney brings her national jazz journey back to Philly’s WRTI, where it all began
Nicole Sweeney brings her signature storytelling and soulful presence to Evening Jazz at WRTI, connecting Philly listeners to jazz’s rich legacy.
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A non-profit group is offering Trenton, New Jersey, high school girls advanced classes in math, English and leadership.
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Listen 1:54In response to a post-COVID economy, Philly theater companies are learning how to collaborate for the long term.
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Listen 1:36Atlantic City’s Ralph Hunter envisions new Black history museum in town
The 87-year-old Atlantic City resident said he will be knocking on doors to raise $100,000 for the museum.
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With July Fourth falling on a Friday this year, many local businesses are closing up shop. Neighborhood leaders say they will redirect efforts to the 2026 celebration.
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Philadelphia explosion levels homes, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured in Nicetown
Two women who lived in one of the adjacent homes were injured when the collapse happened.
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Hayden, both the first woman and first Black person to head the Library of Congress, was fired by President Donald Trump in May.
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Listen 1:17Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month
Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.
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Listen 1:03A Delaware native turned to art during the early, difficult stages of motherhood. Her work is on view at Wilmington's Mezzanine Gallery.
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Listen 1:35Democrats wrestle with how to conduct oversight as Trump officials crack down
Federal prosecutors say N.J. Rep. McIver interfered with law enforcement during an ICE facility visit. It's not the only clash between Democrats and the Trump administration.
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What’s next for birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court’s ruling
The legal battle over President Trump’s move to end birthright citizenship is not over, despite the administration’s victory Friday limiting nationwide injunctions.
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The rare weekend session comes as Republicans race to pass the president’s package of tax breaks, spending cuts and bolstered deportation funds by his July 4 deadline.
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