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Broad Street Run returns to Philadelphia in May
Runners will need to provide proof of vaccination and wear a face mask at the start and finish lines.
2 years ago
A Philly swimmer likely inspired the NCAA’s unexpected mid-season policy change on trans athletes
The University of Pennsylvania continues to pledge support for a student caught in the crosshairs.
2 years ago
‘Everybody is extremely worried’: Philly’s Ukrainian community fearful of Russian threat
Members of the local Ukrainian diaspora have been doing what they can to support Ukrainian resistance from afar.
2 years ago
N.J. rolls out new COVID relief program for homeowners facing foreclosure
Eligible homeowners can apply for up to $35,000, which can go towards late mortgage payments, taxes and homeowner’s insurance, and other housing-related costs.
2 years ago
Broken heater shuts down Kingsessing Rec Center after a month of repair delays
Programming has been temporarily relocated. The community hub in Southwest Philly is on the Rebuild list for an HVAC overhaul.
2 years ago
What Philly’s ban on pre-hire marijuana testing means if you’re looking for a job
There’s a new platform that lists marijuana-friendly positions.
2 years ago
The Regional Roundup – January 24th
Another side effect for kids enduring a global pandemic: obesity. And, what's the real cost of salting winter weather roads? Plus, Kobe Bryant and "The Rise".
Air Date: January 24, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Delaware’s latest marijuana kitchen offers patients an alternative to smoking
The new kitchen will produce baked goods and candies infused with medical marijuana. It’s poised to launch a recreational line, if lawmakers allow.
2 years ago
It turned out the story was a total hoax.
2 years ago
A review aims to find out if anti-violence money is doing its job in Philadelphia
Anti-violence initiatives in the city will be evaluated, to make sure the funding is getting to those most at risk.
2 years ago
Meet the Delaware Valley rescue pups competing in Puppy Bowl 2022
On Sunday, Feb. 13, Puppy Bowl XVIII will feature 16 dogs from animal rescue organizations across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
2 years ago
Don’t approach lab monkey missing after Montour County crash, people told
State troopers urged people Saturday not to look for or capture the monkey after a crash the day before on a state highway near an Interstate 80 exit in Montour County.
2 years ago
No longer a victim: How one survivor dealt with Philadelphia’s gun violence
Oronde McClain, who was shot in the head at age 10 in Philadelphia, shares his story with WHYY host Cherri Gregg.
2 years ago
Listen 7:001 NYPD officer killed in Harlem shooting, suspect from Allentown
The officers had been responding to a call Friday about an argument between a woman and her adult son.
2 years ago
Dunking in the metaverse: The strange saga of a Sixers corporate partnership that went awry
The Sixers recently announced a partnership with a Chinese technology company. After reporters and fans dug into the company, the team backed out.
2 years ago
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