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Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson leaves Federal Court after the judge in his bribery trial declared a mistrial, following the jury's failure to reach a unanimous verdict on the charges. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philly Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson, co-defendants found not guilty on bribery charges

A federal jury has found Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson not guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.

3 years ago

A sign reads Early Voting Site. A building is visible in the background.
Politics & Policy

‘So convenient’: Delaware’s first crack at early in-person voting is attracting 5,000 people a day

Delaware is one of the last states to let voters vote early in person. Among Delawareans who cast their ballot early this year: President Joe Biden.

3 years ago

Krasner speaks from the podium.
Courts & Law

DA Krasner warns any who would interfere in Philly elections: ‘Don’t’

Less than a week before Election Day, Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner says handcuffs will be waiting for anyone trying to interfere with the voting process.

3 years ago

Doug Mastriano speaks at a rally
Politics & Policy

Doug Mastriano’s proposed voter roll purge addresses a non-existent problem and targets vulnerable voters, experts say

Voter purges historically harm communities of color, and Pennsylvania's voter rolls are already "rigorously" maintained.

3 years ago

Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally
Politics & Policy

Trump 2024 campaign prepares for post-midterms launch

Another campaign would be a remarkable turn for any former president, much less one who made history as the first to be impeached twice.

3 years ago

Alex Bohm rounds the bases after hitting a home run in Game 3 of the World Series
Community

Bohm hits 1,000th HR in World Series history, Phils launch 5

Bryce Harper, Bohm and Brandon Marsh teed off early in Game 3 of the 118th World Series. Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins hit drives in the fifth inning.

3 years ago

The Rehoboth Bay oyster farm helps to clean the water and thus diversity in the bay is increasing. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Science

What does sustainable aquaculture look like in Delaware’s Rehoboth Bay?

Delaware State University researchers have been working since 2019 when Delaware became the last East Coast state to allow aquaculture.

3 years ago

Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew (left) and Democrtic challenger Tim Alexander. (Edward Lea/The Press of Atlantic City via AP, Pool, and Tim Alexander for Congress/Facebook)
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: Beyond the party flip, who better represents N.J.’s 2nd Congressional District?

Rep. Jeff Van Drew’s 2019 party flip from Democrat to Republican has drawn criticism. But his challenger, Tim Alexander, says that’s not the motivation behind his campaign.

3 years ago

A portrait of Nuri Benson
Education

These Pa. 17-year-olds are on a mission to make sure their older classmates vote

With the help of a voting nonprofit, a group of 17-year-olds at Benjamin Rush High School is focused on making sure their older classmates vote in the 2022 general election.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper celebrates his two-run home run during the first inning in Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Arts & Entertainment

Harper, Phillies tie World Series mark with 5 HR, top Astros

Harper and Alec Bohm helped the Philadelphia Phillies hit a World Series record-tying five home runs in a 7-0 win over the Houston Astros in Game 3 of the World Series.

3 years ago

Bruce Goldman, owner of the Masquerade costume store in South Philly, wore his custom 08’ World Series jacket for game 3 of the World Series at Citizens Bank Park on Nov. 1, 2022. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Fans flood Citizens Bank Park for Phillies Game 3 win over the Astros

After Monday’s rain delay, fans had to wait an extra day before witnessing the first Phillies World Series home game in more than a decade. And what a game!

3 years ago

First lady Jill Biden gestures in support of the Philadelphia Phillies as she and President Joe Biden walk on the South Lawn of the White House after stepping off Marine One, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Washington. The Bidens are returning to Washington after spending the weekend at their home in Rehoboth Beach, Del. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Politics & Policy

Biden barbs ‘virulent’ Phillies fans during World Series

Biden took his own playful swing at Philly's infamously ornery sports fans — including one real close to home.

3 years ago

People walk by the Pennsylvania Judicial Center at the state Capitol in Harrisburg.
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

Election officials should not count undated mail ballots on Nov. 8, Pa. high court rules

The ballots in question, which arrive on time at county election offices and are otherwise valid, are missing dates on their outer envelopes or include incorrect dates.

3 years ago

''Hope and Despair Greet the New Century'' by China Marks, a gift of Ofelia Garcia. (Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts)
Arts & Entertainment

Gift/Deeds exhibit at PAFA highlights selections of 20th century art

WHYY’S Priyanka Tewari spoke to the museum curator and the art collector whose collection is part of the Gift/Deeds exhibit at PAFA.

3 years ago

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Fans arrive for Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
PlanPhilly
Community

Heading to a Phillies game? You might want to take transit

I-95 south will be bad. Trains and buses may be crowded, but SEPTA is nearly doubling subway service to the stadium and offering free rides home.

3 years ago

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