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Biden pardons thousands for ‘simple possession’ of marijuana
He is also calling on governors to issue similar pardons for those convicted of state marijuana offenses, which reflect the vast majority of marijuana possession cases.
3 years ago
Delaware hopes new flu test monitoring program gives better picture of virus spread
State health leaders are bracing for the possibility of “two epidemics going on at the same time” and are working on a plan to better track how the viruses spread.
3 years ago
Here is where the top two candidates for governor stand on issues related to higher education in Pennsylvania.
3 years ago
The ACLU listed more than a dozen actions district administrators have taken since 2019 that the ACLU says have created a “hostile environment” for LGBTQ students.
3 years ago
37 killed, mostly preschoolers, in Thai day care attack
It was the deadliest mass shooting in the country's history. The assailant, identified as a former police officer, killed his wife and child before taking his own life.
3 years ago
The Phillies are heading to the playoffs after an 11-year drought. Here’s how to watch
For the first time since 2011, there will be a Red October in Philadelphia. Here's who the Phillies are playing, and how you can watch.
3 years ago
Oct. 6 - Oct.9: Kevin Hart in Philly, “Tootsie” in Delaware, and the second annual Vegan Fest in Camden, N.J. are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:01Philly’s city flag is over 120 years old. It’s time for something new
Philadelphia’s current flag was designed back in 1895. It’s time for a new municipal flag design that represents our city’s culture, history, and future.
3 years ago
Ever wondered if the soil in your Philly yard has lead in it? Now’s your chance to find out
Got questions about keeping your kids safe from lead? This event in West Philly Saturday will have all the answers — and free smoothies!
3 years ago
Drummers play the lights inside Philly’s Icebox
There’s a moment when the percussionists “stop playing the drums and they start playing the lights” in Ezra Masch’s “Volumes” art installation.
3 years ago
Philadelphia nonprofit sounds alarm on rising drug use
It is the first time in the program’s 30-year history that it received more used syringes than clean ones distributed.
3 years ago
New Jersey child tax credit signed into law, GOP wants more tax reform
Assemblyman Jay Webber (R-Morris) suggested that lawmakers index tax brackets to account for historic inflation rates.
3 years ago
Biden and DeSantis join together in Ian recovery effort
Biden says he's putting politics on mute for now to focus on those in need in and around Fort Myers.
3 years ago
Former Philly police officer to stand trial for first-degree murder of 12-year-old boy
A judge approved charges against a former Philly police officer. It’s one of three murder cases brought against police by the DA in five years.
3 years ago
Unresolved gray areas in Pa. mail voting law likely to spur fresh confusion, legal challenges
As millions of Pennsylvanians once again go to the polls this November, some key questions on mail ballots remain unsettled, opening the door for more legal action.
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