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File photo:Philadelphia Police were on the scene at Roxborough High School following a deadly shooting Tuesday afternoon. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Roxborough High shooting suspects committed separate murder a day earlier, police say

Three suspects in September’s deadly shooting near Roxborough High will be charged with murder in a separate fatal shooting that happened the day before.

3 years ago

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‘A sisterhood built on healing and nature’: How a Philly hiking group is improving women’s wellness

“It's been healing to watch other people heal,” said founder Brandi Aulston. ''That's really where I get a lot of my cup full — from watching other people fill up and release.

3 years ago

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File photo: Hoboken Police officers stand watch outside the United Synagogue of Hoboken, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, in Hoboken, N.J. (AP Photo/Ryan Kryska)
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FBI warns of ‘broad’ threat to synagogues in New Jersey

The FBI’s Newark office released a statement urging synagogues to “take all security precautions to protect your community and facility.”

3 years ago

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Billy Penn

How Philadelphians working to end gun violence feel about the Krasner impeachment effort

Some gun violence prevention advocates want DA Krasner gone, but don’t blame him for the shooting crisis in Philadelphia.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

How to get a rain barrel and deal with composting in Philadelphia

Here's an easy guide to how to make use of rainwater, dead leaves, and food waste through the different composting and rain barrel services offered in Philadelphia.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia
Sports

Phillies, Houston rev up for rare World Series-NFL double dip

The Phillies and Houston Astros will play Game 5 of the World Series on Thursday. Here's the catch. The Eagles travel to Texas to play the Houston Texans at the same time.

3 years ago

Alex Bohm rounds the bases after hitting a home run in Game 3 of the World Series
Philadelphia
Sports

Bohm hits 1,000th HR in World Series history, Phils launch 5

Bryce Harper, Bohm and Brandon Marsh teed off early in Game 3 of the 118th World Series. Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins hit drives in the fifth inning.

3 years ago

Fans arrive for Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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Heading to a Phillies game? You might want to take transit

I-95 south will be bad. Trains and buses may be crowded, but SEPTA is nearly doubling subway service to the stadium and offering free rides home.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia
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If the Phillies win, so do the Mighty Writers. Mayor Kenney’s bet could pay off for the after-school writing program

A friendly World Series wager between the mayors of Philadelphia and Houston spotlights local organizations with social missions.

3 years ago

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Community Events
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Mental Health
Billy Penn

Sneakers and rising Philly chefs will highlight black tie gala to support trauma survivors

The Trauma Survivors Foundation hosts its annual Black Tie & Sneaker Gala at Live Casino & Hotel Saturday night, with a cocktail hour, dinner, and music from local favorites.

3 years ago

People stand outside of a prison.
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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Survivor’s daughter appreciates city apology for Holmesburg prison experiments, urges Penn to do more

The City of Philadelphia issued an apology in October for its role in experiments University of Pennsylvania dermatologist Albert Kligman conducted at the prison.

3 years ago

Ryan Howard greets the Phanatic
Philadelphia
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Phillies set to host Houston with World Series tied at 1-all

The World Series returns to Philadelphia for the first time since 2009. On Halloween night, too, with the Phillie Phanatic sure to be in rare form.

3 years ago

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Delaware
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Delaware hikers take trek to ‘middle of nowhere’ for glimpse of rare adult American chestnut

This American chestnut was discovered by chance when a hunter recognized it. The Delaware Nature Society led its first expedition to the rare tree.

3 years ago

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6abc

Police: 6 people shot outside nightclub in Northern Liberties

Police say four women and two men ages 26 to 36 are among the victims.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia

‘We’re here to stay’: Local union groups rally in support of Home Depot workers ahead of union vote

Home Depot organizers say they’ve been facing “surveillance” and “interrogation” from management. If successful, this will be the first unionized Home Depot in the country.

3 years ago

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