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Gender
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‘It doesn’t mean they weren’t transformational’: Philly event celebrates women of the Civil Rights Movement

Hosted by WHYY and NewCORE, the panel discussion sought to highlight the significant contributions made by these often unheralded figures.

2 years ago

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Environment
History
Philadelphia
Social Justice

Clearing invasive species as part of the 29th annual MLK Day of Service

Hundreds of volunteers throughout the region cleared trash, delivered food and rallied for peace and justice as part of the nation’s largest and oldest MLK Day of Service.

2 years ago

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Eagles to take on Bucs in Tampa Bay for Monday Night Football Wild Card game

Although the Eagles are a little banged up and missing some key players, like A.J. Brown, they say they're ready.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

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.

2 years ago

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NPR
History
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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.

2 years ago

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Business
Food & Drink
New Jersey
Philadelphia

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.

2 years ago

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Martin Luther King, Jr. waves to the crowd at the March on Washington in 1963

Philly native and friend of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shares memories, life and legacy in candid conversation with WHYY News

Dr. Clarence Jones, one of King’s friends and supporters, was born in Philadelphia and raised in South Jersey.

2 years ago

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Generations of customized Toyota Supras can be found in the Custom Alley of the Philadelphia Auto Show.
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Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
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Philadelphia 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.

2 years ago

The door plug area of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft, seen with the paneling removed, awaits inspection
NPR
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Government
Public Safety
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Travel

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.

2 years ago

EBT Accepted Here sign.
Food & Drink
Income Inequality
Public Health

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.

2 years ago

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Delaware
Government
Politics

Remembering former Wilmington City Council President Ted Blunt

‘Wilmington lost one of its greatest leaders and public servants,’ said current Council President Trippi Congo.

2 years ago

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Business
Employment
Philadelphia

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.

2 years ago

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New Jersey
Public Safety
Transportation

New 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.

2 years ago

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Restaurant Salvadoreño Food Truck outside of 1137 Spring Garden.
Business
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Salvadoran 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.

2 years ago

Artist Alvin Pettit talks in the background. In the foreground is his design for the Harriet Tubman statue.
History
Philadelphia
Public Spaces
Sculpture

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.

2 years ago

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