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A parking violation in Philadelphia, Tuesday, July 12, 2022. 
(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Community
6abc

Thousands of Philadelphia drivers ticketed for leaving cars in path of street sweepers

People in more than a dozen neighborhoods now have to pay closer attention to the signs on their blocks.

3 years ago

Police are on the scene following an incident at 69th Street Transportation Center
Courts & Law

Philly homicide rate down from last year, but DA Krasner issues stern warning about violence on mass transit

Larry Krasner believes the high-quality SEPTA cameras will help lead to more arrests and convictions.

3 years ago

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro holds up Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward's hand as he signs the first bill of his tenure.
(
Politics & Policy
Spotlight Pa

Shapiro signs first bill, expands Pa. health insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed a law that requires health insurers to cover breast cancer screenings for high-risk patients.

3 years ago

A closeup of Bill McSwain
Education

Duane Morris’ investigation into Central Bucks finds no discrimination against LGBTQ students

Duane Morris claims the district is “ahead of the curve” in creating a welcoming environment for LGBTQ students. The ACLU calls the investigation a “sham.”

3 years ago

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Trump Columnist Lawsuit
Courts & Law

Trump accuser says many in her generation didn’t report rape

E. Jean Carroll's remarks on Monday came during cross-examination from Trump's lawyer, Joe Tacopina, who questioned why she did not contact police.

3 years ago

A red banner and a building with a red
Education

3 unions at Rutgers University have reached tentative agreements

The agreements, which include raises and job protections, covers educators, researchers, and clinicians through June 2026.

3 years ago

An aerial view of the Pa. House of Representatives chambers
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

The Pa. legislature seems to have met a tax break it dislikes: one for teachers, nurses, and cops

Lawmakers have passed millions of dollars worth of corporate tax credits in recent years, but Republicans say they’re wary of Gv. Shapiro’s plan to offer a new one to workers.

3 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline. (Mark Henninger / Imagic Digital)
Health

After 30 years, a Philly ‘safe haven’ for addiction treatment has quietly closed

CHANCES was an outpatient substance use treatment program in Philly. It initially opened in the early '90s to serve women and mothers.

3 years ago

A person's hand holds up an
Politics & Policy

Last chance to register to vote in Philadelphia primary

Voters must register by today in order to participate in the May 16 primary, which will likely determine Philly’s next mayor.

3 years ago

An up-close view of someone displaying weed that they purchased at a store in N.J.
Community

Now that recreational marijuana is legal in Delaware, what can – and can’t – you do?

The law lets people use, buy, transport and give away weed. But it doesn’t give users carte blanche to do whatever they want.

3 years ago

Listen 1:37
Eszter Kutas stands at Holocaust Memorial Plaza.
Community

Philly Holocaust memorial will update itself with a new mural

The Holocaust Plaza in Center City has the oldest Holocaust memorial sculpture in America. Now it is commissioning the largest mural.

3 years ago

Listen 1:15
Philadelphia 76ers' James Harden and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum
Community

76ers, Celtics renew rivalry; Embiid doubtful for Game 1

The last time the 76ers won was the 1982 Eastern Conference finals matchup when Philadelphia took Game 7 in Boston.

3 years ago

Newly drafted Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Carter (left) and Nolan Smith pose for a photo after a news conference at the NFL football team's training facility
Community

Georgia on their minds! Eagles bullish for Bulldogs in draft

The Eagles took cornerback Kelee Ringo in the fourth round Saturday to make it three picks overall off the national champions' roster.

3 years ago

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Community
6abc

Union enters 3rd week of strike against Liberty Coca-Cola in Philadelphia

Union members continue to protest that Liberty has underpaid and underserved its workers.

3 years ago

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Community
6abc

2 officers, suspect shot during standoff in the Germantown section of Philadelphia

Two police officers and a suspect were shot after an hours-long standoff in the Germantown section of Philadelphia.

3 years ago

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