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13-year-old boy to be charged in shooting of 12-year-old girl in Cobbs Creek
According to the district attorney's office, a total of four children ages 12 to 13 were inside a home without any adults around.
3 years ago
A changing climate is contributing to longer wildfire seasons in New Jersey, experts say
Officials say that 99% of wildfires are caused by humans.
3 years ago
Pew report finds that Philly continues to struggle, despite pandemic bounce back
A Pew Charitable Trusts report shows that Philadelphians are re-engaging in city life but concerns regarding public health, housing, and safety still remain.
3 years ago
Cybercriminals stole sensitive photos of nearly 3K patients in LVHN data breach: Officials
Some of those images were posted on the dark web.
3 years ago
No unsafe levels of toxic chemicals found in air near Hunting Park junkyard fire, city says
Philly’s air monitors did not detect a rise in unhealthy particulate pollution during Wednesday’s fire, officials say, but the closest monitor is two miles away.
3 years ago
Editor’s note: WHYY News announces new senior leadership team, hires, and promotions
The news department announced a revamped editorial leadership role and numerous promotions.
3 years ago
As Philly mayoral primary nears, candidates are dropping out and endorsements are piling up
As the campaign winds down the candidates are getting backers to line up behind them.
3 years ago
Philadelphia adds surveillance cameras outside recreation centers
The installation of more than 100 cameras is part of an effort to deter crime.
3 years ago
Philly Thrive summit to spotlight South Philadelphia refinery redevelopment
Saturday’s event features a candidate forum, a play written by teens, and workshops on gentrification and jobs.
3 years ago
Listen 1:08MLB teams extend beer sales after pitch clock shortens games
To combat that time crunch, at least four teams have extended alcohol sales through the eighth inning this season.
3 years ago
Man, do the Phillies need a winning streak
Hot dogs on the field, thrown out on the basepath, and the starting pitcher problem.
3 years ago
Drexel University is joining the Big 5. But the basketball coalition isn’t changing its name
The goal is to change the makeup but not the name of the group.
3 years ago
NPR quits Twitter after being falsely labeled as ‘state-affiliated media’
NPR's official Twitter feeds have gone silent. The news org cites the social media platform's decision to question NPR's editorial independence via inaccurate labels.
3 years ago
Big flames, raining embers in New Jersey Pine Barrens fire
The fire is around 60% contained, and people have since been let back to their residences.
3 years ago
City Council members discuss teen programs, police recruitment ahead of summertime
“It’s gonna be 85 degrees,” said Katherine Gilmore-Richardson. “If we don’t have it together, you will get what you always have."
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