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The 3500 block of Miller Street in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood was the scene of an explosion that destroyed three houses on New Year's Day.
PlanPhilly
Community

PGW says its gas lines did not cause the Port Richmond explosion. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t gas

The investigation into the New Year’s Day explosion is ongoing. Early results don’t point to PGW’s gas lines, but gas still could have been the cause.

3 years ago

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Robert Thompson (left), his wife, Eri Mizukane, and their 6-year-old son, Eiji, clean up a North Philly lot
Community

How to get involved in Philly’s 2023 MLK Day of Service

Here’s a look at some MLK Day volunteer and engagement opportunities, from clothing drives and cleanups to radical symposiums.

3 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid dribbles during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in Philadelphia
Arts & Entertainment

Embiid scores 36 points, Harden has triple-double for 76ers

Harden finished with 16 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds Embiid returned from a three-game absence with a sore left foot with a new look.

3 years ago

Police officers walk from Roxborough High School
Courts & Law

Trial ordered for 4 in ambush shooting outside Roxborough High School

At Tuesday’s preliminary hearing, prosecutors presented evidence they said tied the adult and juvenile suspects to the Sept. 27 shooting outside of Roxborough High School.

3 years ago

N.J. Governor Murphy delivers the 2023 State of the State Address at the Assembly Chambers in Trenton on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023
Politics & Policy

N.J. State of the State address: Murphy announces plan to revamp ‘antiquated’ liquor license system

Murphy said the move would help revitalize downtown districts across the state after the pandemic took a toll on the local restaurant scene.

3 years ago

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Chester City Hall. (Google maps)
Politics & Policy

Chester’s receiver accuses mayor of threats, asks court to strip elected city officials of administrative powers

The state-appointed receiver testified in court that city officials are blocking his efforts to save the bankrupt city and behaving unethically.

3 years ago

Inside the Delaware legislature
Politics & Policy

Back in session: Delaware lawmakers return to Dover with new look General Assembly

After last year’s marijuana veto, lawmakers expect a reprise of the legalization effort in Dover this year.

3 years ago

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Philly skyline
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philadelphia landlord settles a pair of housing discrimination lawsuits

The agreement comes roughly a month after Pro-Managed LLC was sued in federal court.

3 years ago

A group of people are gathered on a street lined with rowhomes.
Community

‘Guns Down’ rally shines spotlight on dearth of support for Wilmington families reeling from violence

Shootings and homicides fell dramatically in Wilmington in 2022, but church, community, and political leaders say there’s still far too much carnage.

3 years ago

Two people guide a ballot into a machine.
Politics & Policy

Plan to move up Pennsylvania presidential primary designed to make voters’ pick more relevant

An earlier primary date would give the Keystone State more of a say in the presidential nomination process for candidates from both parties.

3 years ago

A close-up of Josh Shapiro speaking.
Politics & Policy

Shapiro names picks for agriculture, parks and environmental agencies

Pennsylvania Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro is sticking with two members of his predecessor’s Cabinet to oversee state parklands and agricultural matters.

3 years ago

A group of people stand around a podium, some holding signs. The ocean is visible in the background.
Community

Groups seek probe of N.Y.-N.J. whale deaths amid wind power prep

Dead whales have been found in Atlantic City, Strathmere and Keansburg in New Jersey, and Rockaway Beach and Amagansett, New York.

3 years ago

The cast of ''1776'' (from left) Sushma Saha, Sara Porkalob, Mehry Eslaminia, Gisela Adisa, Crystal Lucas-Perry, Elizabeth A. Davis, Becca Ayers, Brooke Simpson, and Oneika Phillips
Arts & Entertainment

‘1776’ comes home to Philly for the launch of the Broadway musical tour

The revival of the 1969 musical updates the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a cast representing multiple races, genders, and ethnicities.

3 years ago

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Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora (left) and incumbent Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes
Politics & Policy

Trenton mayor backs incumbent for Mercer County executive

Hughes is running for his sixth term as county executive. But he will need to beat a spirited challenge from Benson, who announced his candidacy in December.

3 years ago

George Mink Jr. shows his COVID Reset t-shirt at his home in Delaware County, Pa
Health

Changes that eased access to health care during the pandemic will soon be reversed

Several programs that lowered barriers to health care and services during the pandemic are about to end, leaving patients and experts worried about the fallout.

3 years ago

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