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A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
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A Way with Words

A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.

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2 police officers injured during July 4th shooting on Ben Franklin Parkway; $20K reward offered

One officer suffered a graze wound to the head, while the other was wounded in the shoulder.

4 years ago

A group of people stand on the side of the street, holding the American flag and smiling.
Community

Philadelphians and tourists enjoy festivities ahead of party on the Parkway

Old City and Logan Square became a melting pot of culture today as Philadelphia turned out to celebrate the Fourth of July.

4 years ago

People gather together, talking and eating.
Politics & Policy

Two Pottstown churches cited for violating the zoning code’s definition of ‘church,’ by offering free meals and other services

Two Montgomery County churches have been cited by the Pottstown Borough for violating the zoning code’s definition of “church.”

4 years ago

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Community

This oft-forgotten N.J. battlefield played a crucial role in the Revolutionary War

After British troops surrendered at the Battle of Princeton, Britain never regained full control of New Jersey during the Revolutionary War.

4 years ago

Terrified parade-goers fled Highland Park's Fourth of July parade after shots were fired, leaving behind their belongings as they sought safety, Monday, July 4, 2022, in Highland Park, Ill. (Lynn Sweet/Chicago Sun-Times via AP)
Community

July 4 parade shooting near Chicago leaves 6 dead, 30 hurt; man detained

An hourslong manhunt during which residents hunkered down in businesses or received police escorts to their homes ended with a traffic stop and brief chase Monday evening.

4 years ago

Rep. Liz Cheney speaks, her nameplate visible in front of her, with an American flag visible in the background.
Politics & Policy

Jan 6 panel: More people turn up with evidence against Trump

A member of the House Jan. 6 committee says more witnesses are coming forward with new details on the Capitol insurrection.

4 years ago

People hold signs calling for more mental health support.
Health
NJ Spotlight

N.J. budgets $480.5M to bolster mental health services

Funds are earmarked for children’s programs, suicide prevention, training more mental health professionals, crisis hotline and more.

4 years ago

Smoke rises from a power plant, as the lights glow red in a snowy landscape at night.
Courts & Law

In light of EPA court ruling, new focus on states’ power

Eighteen states have set 100% clean energy goals, according to the U.S. Climate Alliance, and they represent 42% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.

4 years ago

Rides at Funland amusement park
Money

Summer tourism booming in Rehoboth Beach amid inflation concerns and short-staffing

Delaware beach tourism is on the rise as the summer season gets into full swing. But some businesses are still searching for workers, and grappling with rising prices.

4 years ago

Eugene Young with Gov. John Carney
Politics & Policy

$50M in grants available to help Delaware homeowners impacted by pandemic

Eligible applicants can get up to $40,000 to pay their delinquent mortgage, property taxes, water and sewer bills, and condominium fees.

4 years ago

A doctor leans forward as she vaccinates a young child, who is crying as she is held by her mother.
Health

Some Philadelphia parents scramble to find COVID-19 vaccine appointments for their young kids

Some Philadelphia parents who are eager to vaccinate their infants and toddlers must be patient a little while longer.

4 years ago

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Actors perform a reading of the Declaration of Independence at Independence Hall
Community

Fourth of July weekend to test the ‘new normal’ for Philly tourism

Philly tourism officials are closely monitoring to see if the first Welcome America without COVID restrictions brings back crowds at pre-pandemic levels.

4 years ago

Rep. Adam Kinzinger gestures as he speaks at a Jan. 6 investigation hearing.
Politics & Policy

‘Stay tuned’ for new evidence against Trump in July hearings

At least two more hearings are scheduled this month.

4 years ago

Firemen hold a hose, pointing water toward a cloud of smoke.
Community

Russia claims pivotal Ukraine city; Kyiv says fight ongoing

Russia has claimed control over the last Ukrainian stronghold in an eastern province that is key to achieving a major goal of its invasion.

4 years ago

In this March 12, 2020, file photo, the sun shines through clouds above a shale gas drilling site in St. Mary's, Pa. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
PlanPhilly
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Eyes on the Street

EPA proposals on methane need to be strengthened before they’re adopted

Opinion: Methane leaks don’t abide by state boundaries, so one state’s problem impacts everyone. Strong regulation at the federal level is necessary.

4 years ago

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