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Billy Penn

Philadelphia wants to train LGBTQ people to be board members for local organizations

Named after the late Philadelphia activist Michael Hinson, the city program offers free training with the goal of diversifying nonprofit leadership.

4 years ago

A vigil for Christopher Fitzgerald has been set up at 17th and Montgomery to honor the Temple University police officer who was killed Saturday evening when he tried to stop a robbery
Gun Violence
Higher Education
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Billy Penn

What we know about the Temple police officer fatally shot in North Philadelphia

The incident is thought to be the first time one of the university’s law enforcement officers has been killed in the line of duty.

4 years ago

Temple University graduate students rally for better wages.
Employment
Higher Education
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Temple grad student union and university administration reach tentative agreement to boost worker pay

The strike isn’t over until the new agreement gets ratified by union membership, the Temple University Graduate Student Union said.

4 years ago

Two people in hazmats suits check each others' masks.
NPR
Environment
Public Health
Public Safety

Risks for chemical spills are high, but here’s how to protect yourself

The Ohio derailment is a reminder of what can happen for millions of Americans who live near railways. Here are the things people can do to better protect themselves.

4 years ago

Jimmy Carter waves.
Health Care
National
Politics

Carter Center: Former President Jimmy Carter in hospice care

The Carter Center says former President Jimmy Carter has entered home hospice care.

4 years ago

Striking grad student teachers walk on Temple's campus.
Employment
Higher Education
Philadelphia
6abc

Temple, TUGSA have reached a tentative deal, university says

TUGSA had been negotiating with the administration for higher wages, better benefits and improved working conditions.

4 years ago

Cayla Waddington leans against a wall, smiling as she poses for a photo.
Gun Violence
K-12
Kids
Philadelphia

Philly teens are in the center of the gun violence crisis. Here’s what they want to do about it

Gun violence prevention was a popular theme at the annual MLK Day speech competition hosted by the Thomas and Woods Foundation.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia
Sports
6abc

Chiefs fans raise thousands for Jason Kelce’s Be Philly Foundation after Super Bowl 57

Since their Super Bowl victory over the Eagles, Chiefs fans have been supporting Jason Kelce's (Be) Philly Foundation.

4 years ago

A group of people wearing red pose for a photo on a street.
Community Events
Delaware
Medicine
Outdoors

Wilmington celebrates fifth annual Cupid’s Fun Run to support Children’s Tumor Foundation

The four-hour celebration aims to raise awareness and money to support research into neurofibromatosis and childhood tumors.

4 years ago

Two people stand, posing for a photo, in front of a table where diapers and other products are laid out.
PlanPhilly
Home & Family
Income Inequality
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Public Health

‘We’re here to help’: Local diaper bank begins monthly distribution in Kensington

From diapers and wipes to period and adult incontinence products, the Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank is providing families with what they need.

4 years ago

Listen 1:53
flock of birds in flight
PlanPhilly
Animals
Energy
Environment
Philadelphia

‘Lights Out’ initiative appears to be saving birds from crashing into Philly buildings

The effort to darken buildings at night to protect migrating birds appears to be working, but organizers say more long-term data is needed.

4 years ago

Listen 1:01
Altovise Love-Craighead smiles, paused on a staircase. Below her is a large space where police recruits are training.
Gun Violence
Mental Health
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Policing

Philly police inspector draws from her own grief to address gun violence, trauma

Altovise Love-Craighead is a Black woman, a co-victim of homicide, and a law enforcement leader. She says officers can do a better job building trust with residents.

4 years ago

Listen 3:13
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Delaware
Government
Housing

Wilmington and New Castle County join to simplify housing voucher process to ease restrictions

Wilmington and New Castle County will collaborate to streamline their housing voucher programs to allow residents to relocate more easily.

4 years ago

Listen 1:22
Steven Scott Bradley, CEO of Bradley and Bradley Associates. (Cherri Gregg/WHYY)
Business
Insurance
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Philadelphia-based insurance firm sold to major company, owner shifts focus to paying success forward

Throughout his career, Steven Scott Bradley sought to serve as an example, building relationships across racial barriers.

4 years ago

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The exterior of Delaware County Juvenile Detention Center.
Criminal Justice
Government
Incarceration
Pennsylvania

Delco seeking public input on plans to reestablish juvenile detention center

Delaware County officials want the public to attend one of their upcoming community meetings as it pushes to build a new juvenile detention center.

4 years ago

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