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Workers at Golden Nugget and Resorts vote to authorize a strike
About 1,000 workers at the Golden Nugget and Resorts casinos have authorized a strike. One will happen if a new labor deal is not reached.
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Mayor Kenney said he hasn’t visited gun violence victims — his office says otherwise
Mayor Kenney, police, and city officials say they’re committed to addressing issues in grant money and curfews.
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Philadelphia receives 1,605 monkeypox vaccines, with more on the way
Doses will be provided only to those who set appointments and individuals with a higher risk of catching the virus.
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N.J. advocacy groups say U.S. courts are ‘turning this country back’ on transgender rights
The founder of the Trans Affirming Alliance called the federal court ruling that prevents the DOE from enforcing rules protecting trans youth “an attack on our children.”
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Philly tap water is A-OK, according to latest report
The Philadelphia Water Department tests for about 100 contaminants, and says none exceeded state or federal standards.
4 years ago
CDC advisers endorse more traditional Novavax COVID shot
The Maryland-based company hopes the U.S. also clears booster doses and teen use fairly soon.
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Delaware judge sets October trial date for Twitter lawsuit: Elon Musk likely to testify
The billionaire wanted to wait until February, but the chancellor ruled that such a delay lengthens the “cloud of uncertainty” over the social media giant.
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Philly hits 300 homicides, just shy of last year’s record-setting rate
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said more will have to be done to stem the rising tide of violence in the city.
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Sesame Place issues apology after viral video shows Black children being passed over at parade
The theme park says it will take actions to “do better,” including training employees to “deliver an inclusive, equitable, and entertaining experience.”
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Pennsylvania has a 3-year plan to tackle the teacher shortage
Making sure educators are paid well, come from diverse backgrounds, and feel supported on the job are among its goals.
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Thousands of people could live at the flood-prone Navy Yard. Will they be safe?
A new plan for the Navy Yard includes thousands of residential units, along with tools to mitigate flooding that include elevating structures and digging a canal.
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Philadelphia City Council recently passed a stricter version of an existing juvenile curfew that requires older teens to be inside by 10 p.m. this summer.
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Wilmington Jumpstart grads to transform city properties into affordable housing
Wilmington City Council approves plan to offer vacant homes in West Center City to graduates of the city’s Jumpstart training program.
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Former White House aides to testify at next Jan. 6 hearing
Two former White House aides are expected to testify at the House Jan. 6 committee's prime-time hearing Thursday.
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Vice President Kamala Harris delivers address at NAACP Convention in Atlantic City
Harris voiced support for abortion rights and tighter gun restrictions, and promised to reduce disproportionately high maternal mortality rates for people of color.
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