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A top official acknowledges Delaware has “traditionally underfunded” child care in a state where K-12 students struggle with academic proficiency.
2 years ago
Listen 2:00Phillies 2024 home opener moved to Friday due to threat of rain
Gates will open at 12:35 p.m. and on-field pregame festivities will begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. First pitch will be at 3:05 p.m.
2 years ago
Environmental justice activists push for home repair and renewable energy money in Philly budget
Activists with Philly Thrive argue repairs help residents stay in their homes and adapt to climate change. At least one member of City Council is listening.
2 years ago
Three big roster decisions the Phillies made this weekend
We now know who will take the field on Opening Day Thursday against Atlanta.
2 years ago
What to do if your vehicle is submerged in water
An estimated 400 people die each year in submerged vehicles across North America, making up roughly 10% of all drownings.
2 years ago
Cherry blossoms are blooming in Philly at the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center
Head gardener Sandi Polyakov says the cherry blossoms evoke a poetic moment of ephemerality.
2 years ago
Listen 4:53Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say
The bodies of two of six workers who plunged into the water were recovered earlier Wednesday. The others are presumed dead.
2 years ago
What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse
A cargo ship rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Bridge early Tuesday, causing the span to collapse and the presumed deaths of six people. Here's what we know so far.
2 years ago
In the wake of Baltimore bridge collapse, ships could be diverted to Philly
The Baltimore port is now inaccessible, meaning nearby ports need to absorb the traffic.
2 years ago
WHYY News to host its first civic news conference May 3-4
The events are open to the public and free to attend, but registration is required. A panel will feature journalists implementing civic dialogue and community building.
2 years ago
Rescue teams end search for missing 6-year-old girl who fell in Chester Creek
Six-year-old Li’najah Brooker fell into Chester Creek on Saturday evening, prompting a joint search operation from multiple local, state and federal agencies.
2 years ago
Listen 0:45Firefighters in New Jersey come to the rescue of a yellow Labrador stuck in a spare tire
The Franklinville Volunteer Fire Company crew freed Daisy, an 11-month-old yellow Labrador, after she got her neck stuck inside a tire rim.
2 years ago
New safety initiative announced to reduce crashes along N.J.’s White Horse Pike
The money will be split among 14 local police departments to increase patrols along the pike and for educational programs.
2 years ago
‘Heroes’ scrambled to stop traffic before Baltimore bridge collapsed; construction crew feared dead
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called the incident “an unthinkable tragedy.”
2 years ago
Philadelphia program to provide support for students who experience trauma from violence
The Handle With Care initiative will notify the district of students who have been exposed to some type of violence so they can receive wraparound services.
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