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Smoking bars face a hazy future in Philadelphia, the largest U.S. city that still allows them
The city banned indoor smoking nearly two decades ago. Several drinking establishments have exemptions, but they’re non-transferable.
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Pope Francis, back to Vatican routine post-surgery, says thanks to shouts of ‘Long live the pope!’
Thousands of pilgrims and tourists in the square exploded in applause when he came to the window.
2 years ago
Philadelphia was a training ground for Black soldiers who delivered the Juneteenth news
Located in Cheltenham, it was one of the top training centers for Black Union Army volunteers in free territories.
2 years ago
Pa. trooper, suspect killed in shootout; 2nd trooper critically wounded
Trooper Jacques Rougeau Jr., 29, was killed and Lt. James Wagner, 45, was critically wounded in separate encounters, police said.
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Juneteenth in Delaware: Celebrating freedom while fighting for equality and justice
Juneteenth of 1865 is the celebration of freedom and empowerment; but, for Delaware, it is more than simply a celebration — it is about re-educating one another.
2 years ago
Climate change is causing people to move. They usually stay local, study finds
Researchers looked at thousands of homeowners who moved out of flood-prone homes. Most stayed within a 20-minute drive, and their new homes were safer from flooding.
2 years ago
Philly office cleaners protest ‘union busting’ New Jersey contractor
A New Jersey-based building services business stopped using union workers when it took over a Philadelphia-area janitorial contract and workers say it’s not fair.
2 years ago
Man shot, injured on Market-Frankford Line train in Philadelphia
The westbound train was at the Arrott Transportation Center when the shooting took place.
2 years ago
WHYY News hosts Pride: No Prejudice – A BIPOC Pride Month Celebration
Wednesday’s event at Camden FireWorks came at the intersection of Pride Month and Juneteenth, tapping into the region’s vibrant culture through art.
2 years ago
Philadelphia is getting serious about studying reparations for Black Americans
A movement has been growing for years, bolstered by N’COBRA PHL and local faith leaders.
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A step-by-step account of the plans for I-95 reconstruction in Philadelphia
There’s still no estimate of how long the highway rebuild might take, but there’s a big push to make it happen fast.
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Wilmington's Little Italy is celebrating almost 50 years of honoring Italian heritage and culture.
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Mill Creek Recreation Center renamed in honor of Parks & Rec employee killed at work
The Tiffany Fletcher Recreational Center, formerly Mill Creek, will receive ADA improvements, a computer lab, and a mural depicting the late Parks & Rec employee.
2 years ago
Listen 1:00Philadelphia Zoo: Accidental deaths of 5 meerkats apparently caused by poisoning linked to dye
Zoo officials say the recent, sudden deaths of all five of their meerkats were apparently caused by an accidental poisoning linked to a dye that is used to mark the animals.
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Officials present temporary fix to reopen damaged section of I-95
State Police to escort dump trucks carrying construction materials to ensure “not a single moment is wasted,” Gov. Shapiro announces.
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