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A pedestrian threads his way through snarled traffic
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia transit advocates want you to spend your week without driving

As a long-term funding solution for SEPTA remains up in the air, the weeklong event encourages Philadelphians to think critically about accessible transit.

2 weeks ago

A sign at the entrance of the base welcomes people driving in.
Community

Joint Base MDL lockdown lifted in New Jersey

Base officials said a report of an active shooter prompted the tri-service joint base to undergo emergency protocols.

2 weeks ago

John Thune speaking, with Mike Johnson and JD Vance standing on either side of him during a press conference
Politics & Policy

U.S. government headed to a shutdown after last-ditch vote fails in Senate

The failure of Congress to keep the government open means that hundreds of thousands of federal workers could be furloughed or laid off.

2 weeks ago

the Academy of Natural Sciences exterior
Science

Philadelphia’s Academy of Natural Sciences cuts museum hours over funding concerns

Starting Oct. 1, the Academy of Natural Sciences will only be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A restructuring of staff is expected to follow.

2 weeks ago

Zierre McManus
Community

‘Beyond anywhere close to acceptable’: 13 years later, another murder at youth sports event in Wilmington’s Eden Park

Three people, including a 14-year-old soccer player, were killed in 2012 during a shootout at Eden Park in the city’s Southbridge section.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:58
Neil Makhija speaks into a microphone
Health

Montgomery County offers free COVID-19, flu vaccines at community clinics

County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.

2 weeks ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland
Health

Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital head to auction block

Prospect Medical Holdings is selling real estate from the shuttered hospitals, with a possible auction if enough bids come in, court documents show.

2 weeks ago

The U.S. Capitol Building
Politics & Policy

Here’s what to know about the government shutdown

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that roughly 750,000 federal employees could be furloughed each day of the shutdown.

2 weeks ago

The exterior of the building, showing the front entrance
Courts & Law

‘Lighting it up’: Wilmington man convicted of stealing nearly $1 million and spending it on gambling and gold jewelry

Crandall Speights fled after he was indicted. Police discovered 40 pieces of jewelry during his arrest in New Jersey in January.

2 weeks ago

Solar installers set up an array on the roof of One Hope Community Church in Hunting Park.
Science

‘Innovative’ solar project on Hunting Park church will help nearby households pay their electricity bills

The arrangement is a way to sidestep Pennsylvania regulations that do not allow community solar in the state.

2 weeks ago

Filmmaker Ken Burns with
Arts & Entertainment

WHYY to preview Ken Burns’ new ‘American Revolution’ documentary in Camden

WHYY’s Terry Gross will interview Ken Burns about his 12-hour film premiering in November, during a preview event in Camden on Oct. 9.

2 weeks ago

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts
Community

Fake tush push and special teams TD help Eagles beat Bucs 31-25 to stay undefeated

Special teams got the Eagles (4-0) started with another scoring play, a week after Jordan Davis blocked a field goal for a scoop and score to seal a win against the Rams.

2 weeks ago

Salvador Jiménez-Flores poses for a photo near his sculpture
Arts & Entertainment

Salvador Jiménez-Flores brings ‘playful and provocative’ exhibit to New Jersey’s Grounds for Sculpture

The Chicago-based artist’s newest work is semi-autobiographical while paying homage to the resilience and hope of migrants.

2 weeks ago

A piping plover runs across the beach
Science

Delaware’s piping plover chicks remain at risk from climate change, predators and humans

Though conservation efforts have helped to improve piping plover pairings, researchers say fledgling numbers are not keeping pace.

2 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy
WITF

Millionaire Sen. Dave McCormick favors Pa. ‘muni’ bonds as tax shelter

The bonds — issued by public agencies to fund infrastructure projects — are often favored by wealthy investors due to their low risk and the significant tax incentives.

2 weeks ago

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