Community
The community center, which empowers and supports low-income communities, is expanding its early childhood education capacity with plans for even more.
3 years ago
The first smart gun with facial and fingerprint recognition is now for sale
Smart guns have mainly been the stuff of movies. In the real world, technological and political challenges have meant the high-tech devices haven't become a reality.
3 years ago
How to navigate Philly road closures during Sunday’s Broad Street Run
More than 36,000 people are expected to take part in America’s largest 10-mile road race. Here’s how you can avoid race-related delays.
3 years ago
PGW must justify its 1,000% rate increase for Philly’s steam loop, Public Utility Commission orders
The battle between rival Center City heat providers has climate implications.
3 years ago
Eagles draft Georgia’s Carter, who had role in fatal crash
The Philadelphia Eagles have selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter with the No. 9 overall pick of the NFL draft.
3 years ago
In one of Philly’s hottest neighborhoods, the influx of trees “gives people hope,” says one resident.
3 years ago
Listen 3:41South Philly residents discuss signs of gentrification during Bridging Blocks event
Attendees at the Guerin Recreation Center discussed the obvious and not-so-obvious signs that gentrification is about to impact a neighborhood.
3 years ago
Listen 1:07Carolyn Bryant Donham, at center of Emmett Till death, dies
According to a death report filed Thursday in Calcasieu Parish Coroner’s Office in Louisiana, Donham died Tuesday night in Westlake, Louisiana.
3 years ago
‘Major’ becomes Philadelphia Phillies’ new service pup in training
The Philadelphia Phillies and the trusty Phanatic introduced Major, a 10-week-old Black Labrador pup.
3 years ago
Stolen car, minivan, SEPTA bus involved in chain-reaction crash in Philadelphia’s Lawndale section
The Hyundai was stolen last week in Northeast Philadelphia and fits the description of a car used in multiple robberies.
3 years ago
No one is driving this taxi. What possibly could go wrong?
An Associated Press reporter recalls the first time he took a ride in a car without sitting in the driver's seat. The half hour ride was going fine until an error occurred.
3 years ago
HBCUs capitalize on growing interest by adding sport options
HBCUs are adding sports outside the more typical offerings of football, basketball, and track and field.
3 years ago
What is a sweeper? A look at the pitch taking over MLB
Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani uses it, as do Padres starter Yu Darvish, Yankees lefty Nestor Cortes and dozens of other pitchers.
3 years ago
Students walk out of Philly schools to protest Pa. anti-trans, sex ed legislation
Students and transgender advocates rally against three House bills targeting gender-affirming care, transgender athletes, and sex education in public schools.
3 years ago
Listen 1:00Former employee charged with putting needles into items at Giant store in Lehigh County
Police say a total of 11 needles were placed into merchandise.
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