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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.
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Listen 1:12How 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
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
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.
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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
Listen 2:04The state-appointed receiver testified in court that city officials are blocking his efforts to save the bankrupt city and behaving unethically.
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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
Listen 1:00Philadelphia 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
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
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
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
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.
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‘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
Listen 1:24Trenton 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
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.
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