Community
New funding to preserve Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
The 134-year-old structure in Society Hill will get $90,000 to rehab its intricately designed stained-glass windows.
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Read Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech in its entirety
You can read the transcript of his celebrated "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered on Aug. 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
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North Philly gourmet corn maker dreams of Jersey Shore boardwalk business
One North Philly native decided to become a student in the culinary land of corn — and she’s not afraid to make corny jokes about it.
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Listen 1:06Dr. Clarence Jones, one of King’s friends and supporters, was born in Philadelphia and raised in South Jersey.
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Listen 3:36Philadelphia Auto Show focuses on ‘Fueling Philly,’ showcasing EVs and custom whips
Electric, exotic and classic cars are lining the floors of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, including some from the “Fast & Furious” franchise.
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The FAA is tightening oversight of Boeing and will audit production of the 737 Max 9
Federal regulators say they're increasing control over Boeing production after a panel blew off of a 737 Max 9 jet.
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Summer EBT program expands food assistance to students across the Delaware Valley
“The people we serve talk about having more month than money,” said Philabundance CEO, as USDA moves to make summer EBT program a permanent fixture.
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Remembering former Wilmington City Council President Ted Blunt
‘Wilmington lost one of its greatest leaders and public servants,’ said current Council President Trippi Congo.
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Workers at University City Starbucks vote 14-2 to join national union
Workers at the Starbucks at 39th and Walnut Streets joined a growing national movement. They want fair wages, better scheduling and more.
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Listen 0:55New Jersey officials report a significant decrease in fatal crashes in 2023
Two-thirds of the state saw a decline in traffic fatalities. Middlesex County had the highest margin.
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Listen 0:52Salvadoran food truck serves pupusas, tacos and baleadas by the busload
Grocery store owner and cook Jose Limus is expanding with an eye-catching enterprise on 12th and Spring Garden.
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Philadelphia Art Commission approves work to begin on Harriet Tubman statue
Alvin Pettit’s statue design, “A Higher Power: The Call of a Freedom Fighter,” was selected from five finalists in a year-long process.
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Listen :4876ers player and Philly native Marcus Morris named a ‘Hometown Hero’
“I would be nothing without the city,” Morris said. “Any time I've been announced, they always say ‘from North Philadelphia.’”
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Listen 1:02What should N.J. homeowners do about downed trees?
N.J. homeowners are urged to contact their insurance companies about downed trees.
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Listen :59The tribes wanted to promote their history. Removing William Penn’s statue wasn’t a priority
Tribal leaders had envisioned an exhibit for the plaza that would highlight the culture, history, traditions and perceptions of the Native Americans who had lived there.
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