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New Philly police academy graduates won’t be enough to make up for attrition
Those leaving the force are expected to exceed the number of newly hired and trained cops by the end of the year.
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Listen 1:04Volunteers tackle short-dumping along Tacony Creek
Hundreds of tires, a deflated soccer ball, and a bag of bones are just some of the items cleaned up as part of the King Day of Service in North Philadelphia.
3 years ago
On King’s holiday, daughter calls for bold action over words
The Rev. Bernice King said leaders — especially politicians — too often cheapen her father’s legacy into a “comfortable and convenient King” offering easy platitudes.
3 years ago
Secrecy has dominated Shapiro’s transition to Pa. governor. It may be a sign of what’s to come
The incoming Democratic governor had transition advisors sign NDAs, and isn’t sharing which private donors are paying for his inauguration.
3 years ago
Philly mayoral contenders talk Black economic opportunities at candidate forum
The BBEx Network on Sunday brought together Black and brown professionals from across Philly to hear from some of the mayoral candidates directly.
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WHYY and NewCORE present this year’s Conversations of King, a free, virtual event, streaming live on the WHYY News Facebook page Monday at 1 p.m.
3 years ago
Listen 7:00Philly Council returns from holiday break facing election year distractions
In addition to running for re-election and passing a budget, council will take a look into the problems hiring city workers.
3 years ago
Pa. lawmakers convicted of a felony would be automatically expelled under new proposal
Supporters say the goal is to restore the public trust in state government.
3 years ago
‘No work is insignificant’: When community service is what you’re called to do, you do it every day
Philly City Councilmember Kendra Brooks reflects on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and encourages people to show up for their community, in whatever way they can.
3 years ago
Georgia football player killed in wreck after title celebration
Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member have been killed in a car wreck hours after the Bulldogs celebrated their second straight championship.
3 years ago
Officer hospitalized after head-on crash in Southwest Philadelphia
A police officer is in stable condition after a head-on crash Saturday night in Southwest Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Biden: Americans should ‘pay attention’ to MLK’s legacy
President Joe Biden has made a historical pilgrimage to what he calls “America’s freedom church” to mark Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday.
3 years ago
Embiid’s jumper gives 76ers 118-117 win over Jazz
James Harden had 31 points and 11 assists to lead Philadelphia. Embiid chipped in 30 points and seven rebounds.
3 years ago
Murder mystery theater has a new home in the Curtis building
After 20 rambling years, Without a Cue Productions puts down stakes in the Curtis building.
3 years ago
The Philadelphia Zoo takes its show on the road again to entertain at airport
The shows are designed to remove some of the boredom involved with waiting for planes.
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