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PGW must justify its 1,000% rate increase for Philly’s steam loop, Public Utility Commission orders
The battle between rival Center City heat providers has climate implications.
3 years ago
Many women don’t know at what age fertility declines: Factors at play when trying to get pregnant
As studies continue in understanding the window of fertility in women, science sadly shows that the numbers are a "cruel irony"
3 years ago
Aquí está todo lo que necesita saber sobre el voto por correo en las elecciones primarias de mayo de 2023.
3 years ago
Eagles draft Georgia’s Carter, who had role in fatal crash
The Philadelphia Eagles have selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter with the No. 9 overall pick of the NFL draft.
3 years ago
Fed faults Silicon Valley Bank execs in bank failure
The report issued Friday takes a critical look at what the Fed missed as Silicon Valley Bank grew quickly in size in the years leading up to its collapse.
3 years ago
Carnaval de Puebla and Lele travels: Philly to celebrate Mexican Week 2023
A children’s day celebration, Mexican cooking classes, and Lele travels are among the event highlights.
3 years ago
Philly mayors have a mixed history of supporting the arts. Will the next one be an arts mayor?
The mayor’s support of the arts — or lack thereof — plays a big role in the cultural community’s success. Here's a look back at some highs and lows.
3 years ago
Listen 6:15In one of Philly’s hottest neighborhoods, the influx of trees “gives people hope,” says one resident.
3 years ago
Listen 3:41Lea aquí para conocer las fechas clave de las elecciones primarias, información sobre los candidatos que figuran en su papeleta, y mucho más.
3 years ago
With no tentative agreements, Rutgers unions continue labor actions
Though three unions have agreed on a framework, there are still issues lingering between New Jersey’s public university and its unionized workforce.
3 years ago
Telehealth providers say the Biden administration should reconsider proposed regulations that would make obtaining prescription controlled drugs harder.
3 years ago
Pence testifies before election probe grand jury: AP source
The testimony came hours after a federal appeals court in a sealed order rejected a bid by Trump's lawyers to block Pence's appearance.
3 years ago
Philly’s plastic bag ban is working, study finds
A city-commissioned study estimates the ban prevented enough single-use plastic bags to fill City Hall every eight months.
3 years ago
South Philly residents discuss signs of gentrification during Bridging Blocks event
Attendees at the Guerin Recreation Center discussed the obvious and not-so-obvious signs that gentrification is about to impact a neighborhood.
3 years ago
Listen 1:07Cheltenham Township passes ban on single-use plastic bags
The township is the first to do so in 2023 and the 16th overall. Lower Merion Township and Swarthmore Borough are working now on similar legislation to reduce plastic waste.
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