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Public Safety

At least 16 dead in Maine mass killing and police hunt for the shooter as residents take shelter

Some recent attempts by gun control advocates to tighten the state’s gun laws have failed.

3 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (left) greets Brandon Chinn, 76ers Director of Basketball Communications, during the NBA basketball team's practice on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Fort Collins, Colo.
Philadelphia
Sports

76ers tell James Harden to stay home ahead of season opener in Milwaukee

Harden didn't play in the preseason and skipped practice last week for what was officially called a personal matter before he showed up Wednesday, ready to play.

3 years ago

A screenshot from a video showing part of a rally at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
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Protests
Billy Penn

Why thousands gathered with the Philadelphia Palestine Coalition at huge rally in Center City

The large demonstration was hardly covered by local news outlets, frustrating participants.

3 years ago

Dog in a shelter
Animals
Pennsylvania
6abc

Gov. Shapiro signs bill requiring all dogs to be licensed at time of purchase

The license cost will increase to $8.50 come March of next year.

3 years ago

Anaheim Ducks v Arizona Coyotes
NPR
LGBTQ
National
Sports

NHL lifts ban on rainbow-colored Pride Tape, after a player defied it

It's up to hockey players to decide if they want to use the brightly colored tape, the NHL now says. The move comes days after an Arizona Coyotes player flouted the league's c

3 years ago

T shirt for Gregory's Taco Tuesday
Business
Food & Drink
New Jersey
6abc

Taco Bell wins fight to free use of ‘Taco Tuesday’ after N.J. restaurant forfeits rights to trademark

Gregory's Restaurant and Bar in Somers Point has now officially forfeited its rights to the term after four decades.

3 years ago

A New Castle County police officer processes a recovered stolen care in search of evidence.
Crime
Delaware
Public Safety
Transportation

Fueled by ‘Kia Boys’ videos and social media, car thefts skyrocket in Delaware

The state’s three largest police agencies report big upticks in stolen vehicles. Authorities say many culprits exploit vulnerabilities in Kias and Hyundais.

3 years ago

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A statue of a baseball player is seen against the night sky
Philadelphia
Sports

Phillies come shy of second-straight World Series appearance, fall to Diamondbacks in Game 7 of NLCS

“We're not fair-weather fans,” said one fan outside Citizens Bank Park Tuesday night. “We're gonna be with you through tough times.”

3 years ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper reacts after flying out to end the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 7 of the baseball NL Championship Series in Philadelphia Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Philadelphia
Sports

Phillies stunned by Diamondbacks 4-2 in Game 7 of NLCS

Arizona plays the Texas Rangers in the World Series, with Game 1 set for Friday night at Globe Life Field.

3 years ago

Carnage after an airstrike
NPR
International
Military

Palestinian Americans on the Israel-Hamas war: ‘We’re not even allowed to grieve’

The dozen Palestinian Americans NPR talked to from around the U.S. say they are mourning Gaza, while feeling completely abandoned by their country.

3 years ago

A T-shirt shows a child's face with a headband featuring Philadelphia Phillies players
Philadelphia
Sports

Liam Castellanos’ new T-shirt design helps kids battling cancer

The design features the 10-year-old wearing a headband with pictures of his dad, along with Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott, and Brandon Marsh. 

3 years ago

Officers salute as the casket arrives at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul in Philadelphia for the funeral service for slain Police Officer Richard Mendez, Tuesday Oct. 24, 2023.
Philadelphia
6abc

Family, friends, colleagues bid farewell to Philly police officer Richard Mendez

The veteran police officer was a “kind, loving, patient and humble” man who “did everything to support his family and his fellow officers,” his daughter said.

3 years ago

Mike Grimm is a lifelong Phillies fan who says the atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park can't be matched. He dyed his hair red on Monday ahead of Game 6 of the National League Championship Series. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Community Events
Philadelphia
Sports

Photo essay: Phillies fans pack Citizens Bank Park for NLCS — with an eye on Game 7

The Phillies will be back in action Tuesday after the Diamondbacks forced Game 7. The winner will advance to the World Series.

3 years ago

Tom Carper, Lisa Blunt Rochester, and Matt Maher with the new EV plugs.
Delaware
Energy
Environment

New Castle County’s ‘100 EV Plugs Plan’ advances clean transportation and economic growth

The ‘100 EV Plugs Plan’ uses funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to add electric vehicle charging plugs at parks and libraries.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reacts after striking out against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fifth inning in Game 6 of the baseball NL Championship Series in Philadelphia Monday, Oct. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Philadelphia
Sports

Diamondbacks defeat Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7

Four relievers combined to shut down the Phillies and stifle their rousing run of success at Citizens Bank Park.

3 years ago

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