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Philly takes first steps in distributing national opioid settlement funds with $1.9 million in grants for community and grassroots organizations.
3 years ago
Listen 0:55Voices from the violent civil rights era see attacks on voting rights as part of ongoing struggle
People at the epicenter of the fight for voting rights six decades ago are reflecting on the times and their struggles.
3 years ago
The story behind Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Here is a look at the origins of Juneteenth, how it became a federal holiday, and more about its history.
3 years ago
Wade Goodwyn, longtime NPR correspondent, dies at age 63
Wade Goodwyn had one of public radio's most recognizable voices but it was his rich writing and keen observations that made him a listener favorite over decades at NPR.
3 years ago
Pat Robertson, televangelist and a leader of the religious right, dies at 93
Pat Robertson founded the Christian Broadcasting Network. He also hosted The 700 Club and drew controversy for comments that were often seen as anti-gay and racially insensiti
3 years ago
Delco Day is back. The celebration dedicated to Delaware County is for a good cause
The event’s proceeds go to the HEADstrong Foundation, which is a local nonprofit, supporting families dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
3 years ago
Listen 0:56The Iron Sheik, charismatic former pro wrestling villain and Twitter personality, dies at 81
The Iron Sheik, whose real name was Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, grew up in Iran.
3 years ago
What happens to papal power when a pope is unconscious? Nothing
Pope Francis' surgery to repair a hernia in his abdominal wall has raised questions about what happens to papal power when Francis is unconscious or unable to lead the church.
3 years ago
Pope Francis will remain in hospital after a hernia-related surgery in Rome
The pope underwent "a laparotomy and abdominal wall surgery under general anesthesia" on Wednesday, the Holy See's official news portal says.
3 years ago
Outdoor venues are typically packed for the weekly happy hour promo — when there aren’t major air quality concerns.
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Lionel Messi says he’s joining Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami after exit from Paris Saint-Germain
Messi announced his decision Wednesday to join a Miami franchise that has been led by another global soccer icon in David Beckham since its inception.
3 years ago
Philadelphia adds new amenities to make City Hall more accessible to all
The city’s ADA Unit was created in 2022 to accomplish as many low- or no-cost corrective actions as possible from the ADA Transition Plan.
3 years ago
Philadelphia school placed on lockdown after gun found in student’s backpack
A Philadelphia school was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a gun was found in a student's backpack.
3 years ago
PGA Tour, Europe to merge with Saudis and end LIV Golf litigation
As part of the agreement, all sides are immediately dropping litigation involving LIV Golf.
3 years ago
Journalists at Gannett newspapers walk out over deep cuts and low pay
Hundreds of journalists are walking off the job Monday and Tuesday at two dozen newspapers owned by the Gannett company.
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