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The exterior of the Pennsylvania Judicial Center, home to the Commonwealth Court in Harrisburg, Pa., is pictured on Nov. 6, 2020
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. judges offer conflicting opinions on whether fraud evidence is needed for recount requests

The confusion stems from two seemingly contradictory sections of the state law.

3 years ago

This Wednesday, March 1, 2023 photo shows a vial of Eli Lilly's Humalog insulin in New York. Eli Lilly will cut prices for some older insulins later this year and immediately give more patients access to a cap on costs they pay to fill prescriptions. (AP Photo/Pablo Salinas)
Health

Eli Lilly plans to slash some insulin prices, expand cost cap

President Joe Biden brought up that cost cap during his annual State of the Union address last month. He called for insulin costs for everyone to be capped at $35.

3 years ago

A group of activists pose for a photo.
Politics & Policy

Philly mayoral candidates are discussing gun violence tonight. Here are some key policies likely to come up

WHYY and the CeasefirePA Education Fund are teaming up to host a mayoral candidate forum on public safety. Here are five policy issues likely to come up.

3 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline
Community

Philadelphia news consumers want to see more crime, infrastructure, and education in local reporting, study finds

“The News Philadelphians Use: Analyzing the Local Media Landscape,” looks at how Philadelphians engage with media and their perceptions of local coverage.

3 years ago

A woman speaks into a microphone onstage. Mural Arts logos are visible behind her.
Arts & Entertainment

‘Abbott Elementary’ will give Mural Arts Philadelphia a moment in the spotlight

This week’s episode of the sitcom set in Philly is based on Quinta Brunson’s childhood memory of creating a mural at school.

3 years ago

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy speaks to reporters during a briefing
Politics & Policy

N.J. budget 2024: Murphy proposes billion-dollar rollout of universal pre-K, doubling child tax credit

The Democrat’s record $53 billion budget plan also calls for the renewal of the ANCHOR property tax relief program and the expansion of the Senior Freeze property tax program.

3 years ago

Rueben Jones of Frontline Dads leads a march against gun violence through the streets of North Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

North Philly gun violence activists ask for $100M and vow to work together

Gun violence activists gather in North Philly to call for investment in the neighborhood after a mass shooting and the killing of a Temple University police officer.

3 years ago

A scene are from ''Unholy Wars,''
Arts & Entertainment

‘10 Days in a Madhouse’ to premiere next season at Opera Philadelphia

“10 Days in a Madhouse,” “Unholy Wars,” a new “Madame Butterfly” present alternative voices opposing oppression.

3 years ago

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday, Feb.11, 2022, in Washington
Courts & Law

U.S. Supreme Court ruling against Delaware in unclaimed property case could cost the state up to $250 million

The case centered on $250 million from unused money orders issued by MoneyGram, which is based in Texas but headquartered in Delaware.

3 years ago

(Left to right) Forum moderators Chantay Love, Sam Searles, and Elinore Kaufman.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

A trauma surgeon, community leader, and gun violence prevention reporter will ask Philly mayoral candidates tough questions

Reversing the shooting epidemic is a foremost task facing anyone who wants to lead the city.

3 years ago

Julie Su, of Calif., speaks during a hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for her to be Deputy Secretary of Labor, on Capitol Hill, March 16, 2021, in Washington
Politics & Policy

Biden to nominate Julie Su as next US labor secretary

Su, a civil rights attorney and former head of California’s labor department, was central to negotiations between labor and freight rail companies late last year.

3 years ago

Harrison Plaza high-rise in North Philadelphia. (Google maps)
Urban Planning

A senior-specific PHA high-rise gives spectacular Philly views and a chance to age in place

Harrison Plaza Senior Towers includes special amenities for those living out their years in city-sponsored housing.

3 years ago

Former Philadelphia Eagle and CBS NFL announcer Irv Cross
Health

Former Eagles star, CBS anchor Irv Cross had brain disease CTE

Researchers said he suffered from stage 4 CTE, which is the most advanced kind of the disease. Cross was diagnosed with mild cognitive dementia in 2018.

3 years ago

Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Joanna McClinton, D-Philadelphia, speaks on the Pennsylvania House floor, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Joanna McClinton elected first female speaker of the Pa. House as Mark Rozzi steps down

The leadership reshuffling came nearly two months after Rep. Mark Rozzi, a Berks County Democrat, became the surprise choice for speaker.

3 years ago

students protesting outside of the Supreme Court
Courts & Law

Student loan forgiveness gets its day in court: What to know

The Supreme Court is meeting Tuesday to hear two cases challenging President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

3 years ago

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