
Community
7th Ward artists weave together surprise connections at ‘Black Futures’ salon
The “Legacy Reclaimed” salon highlighted the discovery of shared history by a trio of artmakers who’d never before worked together.
2 years ago
Philly philanthropists give $2 million to help newsrooms — including WHYY’s Billy Penn
The grant is intended to help news organizations reach financial sustainability in the face of a widespread crisis in local journalism.
2 years ago
Water and sewer providers talk turkey: Stop putting grease down your sinks
Turkey grease can clog sewer mains, increasing the risk of sewer spills.
2 years ago
Shopping? Take a hike! Philly has options to get outside on Black Friday
Philadelphia has 800 miles of trails. Groups are organizing walks to get folks outside on the biggest shopping day of the year.
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SEPTA’s transit police union hits pause on strike as negotiations continue
A new deadline has been set for Dec. 13 to decide on a new agreement or go on strike.
2 years ago
Police say some 70 bullets fired in North Philly shooting that left 2 dead, 5 wounded
Police identified the victims as Roger Marquez and Leon Pierre.
2 years ago
N.J. food bank offering support as the holiday season begins
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey distributes food to those in need, and also works on the root cause of food insecurity.
2 years ago
Little progress reported as negotiations between SEPTA and transit police union continue
FOTP Lodge #109, which represents SEPTA’s 178 patrol officers, says officers have worked without a contract for the last seven months.
2 years ago
Camden’s toxic dirt pile to be cleaned up by February 2024
Crews started removing debris from an illegal dump site in the city’s Bergen Square neighborhood beginning last March after officials took over the property.
2 years ago
Inspired by high schooler, Jalen Carter nearly picked Patrick Mahomes’ spike late in the first half
Inspired by video of a high school player picking off a quarterback’s spike, Eagles rookie Jalen Carter nearly did it.
2 years ago
2 cats found shot, 1 fatally, in Bucks County; SPCA offers reward for information
Now, officials are searching for justice for Tootsie and Josie.
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Philadelphia 76ers host Thanksgiving meal for military service members and veterans
Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said it was great to serve and say ‘thank you’ to service members and veterans Monday night.
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Jalen Hurts leads second-half rally as Eagles beat Kansas City 21-17 in Super Bowl rematch
Kansas City had the ball near midfield with less than 2 minutes to go, but Marquez Valdes-Scantling had a would-be 51-yard touchdown pass slip through his hands.
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The Gaza war’s youngest evacuees reach safety in Egypt — many without their parents
On Monday, 28 newborns were evacuated from Gaza to Egypt, after being transported from Al-Shifa Hospital. Four mothers accompanied the babies. It's not known how many of the o
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Rosalynn Carter’s tiny hometown mourns a global figure who made many contributions at home
Lifelong residents and more recent transplants to Plains remembered her Monday as an involved presence around town.
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