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Judge declares a mistrial in Philadelphia Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson trial
The verdict followed roughly three weeks of testimony in the federal trial. Johnson’s political future was at stake. Prosecutors say they will retry the case.
3 years ago
Listen 5:16Gerry Lenfest posthumously donates $100 million to two Philly organizations
The Museum of the American Revolution and the Lenfest Institute for Journalism will each receive $50 million from the deceased philanthropist.
3 years ago
New senior housing in Strawberry Mansion hailed as example worth repeating
The 78-unit complex, situated on a former equestrian facility, is being touted as a model for providing seniors affordable, maintenance-free housing.
3 years ago
Two Philadelphia dance icons to be honored in Avenue of Arts ceremony
Avenue of the Arts Visionary Awards will honor two founding members of Philadelphia dance. Joan Myers Brown and Christine Cox will be honored on April 22.
3 years ago
Listen 8:00Biden to make personal ‘homecoming’ at University of Delaware graduation
Biden will be the first sitting president to deliver the commencement address at the University of Delaware.
3 years ago
Biden finalizes rule restoring broad environmental review of big projects
A rule finalized Tuesday will restore key provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act, a bedrock environmental law.
3 years ago
The bikes are back. Wilmington announces the return of Grand Prix weekend
Some of the top cyclists in the country will race through the streets of Wilmington this May after a two-year pandemic break.
3 years ago
Russia ratchets up battle for control of eastern Ukraine
After a Russian push to the capital failed to overrun the city, the Kremlin declared that its main goal was the capture of the eastern Donbas region.
3 years ago
Court ruling creates mishmash of transportation mask rules
Here's a look at how U.S. transportation centers and providers are responding to a decision by a federal judge to throw out a national mask mandate for public transit.
3 years ago
SEPTA says masks will not be required in vehicles, stations, and concourses
The announcement came after a federal judge struck down the mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation.
3 years ago
PECO to add 1,550 trees to Philadelphia’s urban canopy
The energy company’s ReLeaf program will plant a new tree for every tree removed for electrical maintenance.
3 years ago
Community College of Philadelphia expands scholarship program
The expansion is designed to include students who have taken a break, and those who have graduated from a high school outside of Philadelphia, among others.
3 years ago
Across Pa., progressive incumbent Dems aren’t getting party endorsements
The candidates — mostly women — are being given explanations that have a familiar ring in several corners of the state.
3 years ago
Tree-plantings and trash walks: Earth Day 2022 in Philly
Here’s how the Philadelphia area will be celebrating Earth Day this year, and how you can participate — from tackling litter to expanding the city’s tree canopy.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania’s plan fails to meet goal for reducing pollution in the Chesapeake Bay, the EPA says
The agency says it will take stronger actions to curb water pollution in the state.
3 years ago