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Pennsylvania
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Pa. water authority one of several organizations breached by Iran-affiliated hackers, federal agencies say

The Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa was hacked a week ago.

2 years ago

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International
Military

Israeli offensive shifts to crowded southern Gaza, driving up death toll despite evacuation orders

At least 200 Palestinians have been killed since the fighting resumed Friday morning following the weeklong truce with the territory’s ruling militant group Hamas.

2 years ago

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Media
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

How Spotlight PA’s nonpartisan journalism cuts through the noise and gets results

No matter the issue or political party, Spotlight PA’s relentless reporting demands the truth and drives real change.

2 years ago

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Business
New Jersey
Public Health

Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

The workers were convinced that after nearly three years, their state representatives were ready to start the smoking ban on its way to approval.

2 years ago

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Criminal Justice
Higher Education
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

A ‘living nightmare’: After Vermont shooting, Haverford student speaks to fear among Palestinians

Last weekend, three young students of Palestinian descent were shot near the University of Vermont. Their trauma is felt across the Philly region.

2 years ago

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Animals
New Jersey
6abc

N.J. police search for people responsible for abandoning 3 puppies in freezing cold

The South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter and New Jersey State Police are trying to find whoever is responsible.

2 years ago

Sandra Day O'Connor

Retired Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court, has died at age 93

O’Connor’s nomination in 1981 by President Ronald Reagan and subsequent confirmation by the Senate ended 191 years of male exclusivity on the high court.

2 years ago

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Community Events
Music
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Philadelphia lights up the holiday tree at City Hall

The tree was lit during 6abc’s Thursday evening broadcast, featuring American Idol winner and platinum-selling singer Jordin Sparks.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Energy
Philadelphia

Most PECO electric customers will see bills drop starting in December

The average residential customer that uses PECO’s default service will see their monthly bill go down by around $5 starting Dec. 1.

2 years ago

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Young, Unhoused and Unseen
Homelessness
Housing
Philadelphia

‘Name it and claim it’: Liz Hersh, former director of Philly’s homeless services office, reflects on 8 years of expanding programs and building networks

In eight years, the OHS office became known nationwide for its public and private partnerships, as well as new funding to build more homes.

2 years ago

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International
Philadelphia
6abc

Philadelphia officials say memorial to Palestinians in Clark Park will stay for now

The memorial features the names of thousands of Palestinians who have died in the Israel-Hamas war and in previous conflicts.

2 years ago

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Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Germantown, a centuries-old woolen yarn variety, is a best-seller for Mt. Airy business

Kelbourne Woolens recently opened a retail shop in the midst of the Northwest Philly textile artist community.

2 years ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia

Here’s everything you need to know for the 2023 Philly Holiday Parade

The third annual Philly Holiday Parade is kicking off in Center City this weekend.

2 years ago

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Business
Philadelphia
Public Health
6abc

3 more Philadelphia area Rite Aid locations among 31 more stores to close amid bankruptcy

There will be a store closing in Philadelphia, as well as ones in West Chester and Moorestown.

2 years ago

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International
Military

Israeli military says 10 Israelis, four Thai nationals, have been released by Hamas

The cease-fire is set to expire early Thursday. International mediators are trying to extend the deal to facilitate the release of additional hostages held by Hamas.

2 years ago

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