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Ohio senators introduce rail safety bill after fiery crash
The legislation would subject all trains carrying hazardous materials to additional safety regulations and state notification requirements, increasing penalties for violations
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TikTok sets a new default screen-time limit for teen users
The changes are meant to help teens limit their screen time and be more intentional about how much of their day they spend on TikTok.
4 years ago
Pandemic food assistance that held back hunger comes to an end
Millions of Americans will have less to spend on groceries as emergency food assistance that Congress enacted early in the pandemic has ended.
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“The News Philadelphians Use: Analyzing the Local Media Landscape,” looks at how Philadelphians engage with media and their perceptions of local coverage.
4 years ago
North Philly gun violence activists ask for $100M and vow to work together
Gun violence activists gather in North Philly to call for investment in the neighborhood after a mass shooting and the killing of a Temple University police officer.
4 years ago
Photos: ‘Philly Phreeze’ polar plunge raises $65k to help open city pools
The event was organized to pay for bonuses intended to offset the pervasive lifeguard shortage.
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Mayor Jim Kenney’s massive public space initiative is finally back on track to finish the renovations on its list, but the future is unclear.
4 years ago
Arrest made in West Oak Lane mosque vandalism, suspect identified
The suspect accused of vandalizing the Masjidullah Center for Human Excellence last Friday has been captured, according to prosecutors and police. More details are expected.
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Listen 1:14Philadelphia chess clubs are thriving in this year’s chess tournament
The After School Activities Partnerships held its annual chess tournament for Philadelphia’s public schools.
4 years ago
Chick-fil-A Royersford says customers under 16 must have an adult to dine in restaurant
A Montgomery County fast food restaurant is banning those under the age of 16 from dining in without an adult after a series of unacceptable behaviors.
4 years ago
AI learns to outsmart humans in video games – and real life
Initially, AI was used on games like checkers and chess to test at winning strategy games.
4 years ago
After Strawberry Mansion shooting, community members offer support and solutions
Residents of Strawberry Mansion, where seven people were shot last Thursday, say more school safety support and resources for families are needed to stop the violence.
4 years ago
Listen 1:47‘It makes you feel normal’: Delaware’s Pallet Village helps those experiencing homelessness
After some setbacks, the Pallet Village in Georgetown finally opens, housing nearly 50 people experiencing homelessness and other challenges.
4 years ago
Listen 1:17‘Powder keg’ for 9/11: 1993 trade center bombing remembered
The explosion in an underground parking garage killed six people, including a pregnant woman. More than 1,000 people were injured.
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Contaminated waste shipments from Ohio derailment to resume
Federal environmental authorities say shipment of contaminated waste from the site of a fiery train derailment will resume Monday to two Ohio sites.
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