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15th bus carrying people seeking asylum arrives in Philadelphia from Texas
According to a release from the city, 60 asylum seekers arrived Thursday, and at least 43 of them were taken to the city’s welcoming facility to receive aid.
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Biden signs $1.7 trillion bill funding government operations
Congress cleared the bill just before Christmas and Biden had until Dec. 30 to sign the measure to continue government operations.
3 years ago
In his end-of-the-year meeting with the media, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner spoke about hope for a better 2023.
3 years ago
Court weighs halting Philadelphia prosecutor’s impeachment
A Pennsylvania court is weighing whether to step in and stop the Legislature's impeachment proceedings against Philadelphia's top elected prosecutor.
3 years ago
Start the new year in a Pa. state park with a First Day Hike
Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will host dozens of guided hikes in state parks and forests on Jan. 1 to help ring in the new year.
3 years ago
Peepsfest organizers warn of ticket scam days before Lehigh Valley tradition
ArtsQuest says it does not use Eventbrite for any of its events.
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The Pennsylvania legislature is getting a major infusion of new blood this January
New redistricting maps and the November 2022 midterm election in Pennsylvania will usher in one of the largest first-year classes in recent memory.
3 years ago
Lucy the Elephant reopens at the Jersey Shore following 15-month-long restoration
The Jersey Shore landmark underwent a 15-month-long exterior restoration to replace the metal skin that had degraded beyond repair.
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Dec. 29 - Jan. 1: New Year’s Eve parties in N.J, Del., and Pa., Morris Day, Peepsfest are among weekend highlights in the area.
3 years ago
Listen 5:262022 has been one of Philly’s warmest years on record
“This is the new normal,” one expert said. “And that should be alarming.”
3 years ago
Expect more lanes — and traffic — as U.S. 1 and I-95 reconstruction projects continue in 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is continuing construction on the major roads in Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties.
3 years ago
Philly Fighting Covid founder files lawsuit against Drexel University
The lawsuit calls Drexel's investigation into Doroshin's conduct and resulting disciplinary process "deeply flawed."
3 years ago
Prosecutors open investigation into Rep.-Elect George Santos
The development adds to a loudening uproar over revelations that Santos lied about his heritage, education and professional life when he campaigned successfully for Congress.
3 years ago
U.S. will require COVID-19 testing for travelers from China
The increase in COVID cases across China follows the rollback of the nation's strict anti-virus controls.
3 years ago
After 13 years, the head of Philly’s Independence Visitors Center is stepping down
As Cuorato steps down, he’s optimistic about the direction Philly tourism is heading.
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