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File photo: Shown is the Pennsylvania Capitol building along with roses in Harrisburg, Pa., Tuesday, May 23, 2017. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Politics & Policy

Pa. House votes against taking up gun bill after Texas school shooting

The bill has spent more than a year in the Judiciary Committee, where the Republican chairman has bottled up most proposals to regulate or restrict firearms.

4 years ago

Pennsylvania Republican Senate candidates David McCormick (left) and Mehmet Oz during campaign appearances in May 2022 in Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/File)
Politics & Policy

Oz, McCormick race heads into recount in Pa. Senate primary

The state’s acting secretary of state, Leigh Chapman, said that the vote totals for the top two finishers fall within the margin in state law for a mandatory recount.

4 years ago

A bulldozer on a beach
Weather

Late spring storm keeping some Jersey shore beaches closed

Shore towns including North Wildwood and Toms River are among spots where at least some of the beaches will not be open in time for the unofficial start of summer tourism.

4 years ago

(NJ Spotlight)
Community

How NJ Transit dodged those record high fuel costs

A financial hedge saves millions as most brace while filling the tank.

4 years ago

The Archbishop of San Antonio, Gustavo Garcia Seller comforts families outside of the Civic Center in Uvalde
Community

Texas gunman warned online he was going to shoot up school

Tuesday's assault at Robb Elementary School was the deadliest shooting at a U.S. school since a gunman killed 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary.

4 years ago

Selena Quintanilla Pérez painted next to the front entrance at Tina Taco’s in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Arts & Entertainment

A big tribute and dance party for Philly to celebrate Selena

Brooklyn Bowl hosts the first local edition of the touring “Forever Selena” event commemorating the late Tejano singer.

4 years ago

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Selena Quintanilla Pérez painted next to the front entrance at Tina Taco’s in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Arts & Entertainment

Un gran tributo y fiesta para Filadelfia celebrará lo que Selena significa para ellos

El Brooklyn Bowl presenta la primera edición local de la gira “Forever Selena” que conmemora a la difunta cantante tejana.

4 years ago

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This satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows Hurricane Sam, just right of center, in the Atlantic Ocean, Monday, Sept. 27, 2021, at 1920 Zulu (3:20 p.m. ET). (NOAA via AP)
PlanPhilly
Weather

Philly, get ready for another above-average hurricane season

Government forecasters are predicting up to six major hurricanes this year. Here’s how city officials suggest you prepare.

4 years ago

Chester City Hall. (Google maps)
Politics & Policy

Chester receiver floats monetizing water authority as ‘only realistic way’ out of potential bankruptcy

Chester officials and the state-appointed receiver responsible for saving the city’s worsening finances discussed the few remaining options for Chester.

4 years ago

President Joe Biden speaks to the nation about the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, from the White House, in Washington, Tuesday, May 24, 2022, as first lady Jill Biden listens. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Community

Biden says ‘we have to act’ after Texas school shooting

President Biden delivered an emotional call for new restrictions on firearms after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school on Tuesday.

4 years ago

File photo: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) is seen during a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing to discuss the on-going federal response to Covid-19 on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. (Jim Lo Scalzo/Pool via AP)
Community

Sen. Chris Murphy begs for gun compromise after Texas shooting

The Democrat gave an impassioned speech, urging his colleagues to finally find a compromise.

4 years ago

Customers line up inside a Curaleaf dispensary, Thursday, April 21, 2022, in Bellmawr, N.J. Recreational sales of cannabis for adults 21 and older started Thursday, with the first alternative treatment centers opening at 6 a.m. in part of the state. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Community

N.J. approves another round of recreational cannabis retailers

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission announced the next wave of conditionally approved cannabis retailers, cultivators, and manufacturers.

4 years ago

Emergency personnel gather near Robb Elementary School following a shooting
Courts & Law

Gunman kills at least 19 children at Texas elementary school

The attack on Tuesday was the deadliest shooting at a U.S. grade school since a gunman killed 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut.

4 years ago

(Kimberly Paynter / WHYY)
Courts & Law

Philadelphia hit with $1 million verdict in bias suit by two female former officers

A federal jury on Tuesday found that Cpl. Audra McCowan and Patrol Officer Jennifer Allen endured a hostile work environment.

4 years ago

(6abc)
Community
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Family identifies student stabbed at Coatesville High School; suspect not in custody

According to family, 16-year-old Mickey Raynor Jr. was taken to Paoli Hospital.

4 years ago

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