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Delaware Gov. Carney points to prison education programs as key to reducing recidivism
Governor John Carney got a first-hand look at education efforts designed to help those incarcerated get a better chance at success upon release.
3 years ago
Advocates urge N.J. to create statewide mental health screening program for high school students
New Jersey Citizen Action, with representatives from a South Jersey high school, is urging the Legislature to allow early health intervention for grades 9-12.
3 years ago
Hundreds gather in Roxborough for vigil following deadly shooting
During the vigil, donations were made to the family of 14-year-old Nicolas Elizalde, who was killed outside of Roxborough High School.
3 years ago
Listen 1:09Philadelphia Ballet breaks ground on new building, quadrupling its size
The 59-year-old dance company broke ground on a 48,000-square-foot addition, nearly quadrupling its size in a burgeoning North Broad arts district.
3 years ago
New Jersey Senate President signals concealed carry reform is on the way
Thursday, Senate President Nick Scutari said his caucus is considering changes to concealed carry in the wake of a recent Supreme Court decision.
3 years ago
January 6 committee chairman: Ginni Thomas reiterates false election claims
Thomas sought to portray herself as among the many Americans who still believe the baseless claim that the 2020 election was stolen, but did not provide any evidence.
3 years ago
76ers star Joel Embiid now U.S. citizen
A native of Cameroon, Embiid said he was sworn in as a citizen two weeks ago in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Homelessness is on the rise in Montco, which shuttered two shelter facilities over the summer. Officials hope a new shelter can serve as a model for other townships.
3 years ago
After 35 years, WHYY’s Marty Moss-Coane to leave ‘Radio Times’
After hosting the call-in show for 35 years, Moss-Coane now seeks “balance” in her life. After her departure on Nov. 18, “Radio Times" will end.
3 years ago
Listen 1:08Russia will annex 4 regions of Ukraine after Kremlin-orchestrated ‘referendums’
The United States and its Western allies have sharply condemned the votes as “sham” and vowed never to recognize their results.
3 years ago
Many trapped in Florida as Ian heads toward South Carolina
One of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit the U.S. drenched the Florida peninsula, with catastrophic flooding.
3 years ago
Opera Philadelphia premieres ‘Black Lodge,’ combining classical with industrial goth music
Classical and industrial goth music akin to both French baroque music and Nine Inch Nails set the tormented tone borrowing from Lynch, Burroughs, and Artaud.
3 years ago
Listen 3:34Philly POPS Orchestra performs ‘The Godfather’ score to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary
For one night only, the iconic American film starring Marlon Brando will be displayed behind the Philly POPS Orchestra, who will be performing the score in sync with the movie
3 years ago
DA Krasner to fight impeachment effort at Pa. House hearing in Philly
Krasner continues to defend his practices in the wake of escalating violence in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Teachers and students use class time to discuss gun violence after Roxborough shooting
Across Philadelphia, teachers are grappling with how to discuss Tuesday’s shooting at Roxborough High with frustrated and fearful students.
3 years ago