Community
A tour of dead and dying malls around Philadelphia, monuments to a bygone age
Some are dated and quaint. Others have undergone aesthetic “upgrades” that do little to stop their decline.
4 years ago
Floods strike new blow in place that has known hardship
Some people lost everything in the floods that devastated eastern Kentucky, and many didn't have much to begin with.
4 years ago
Protestors make noise outside Sesame Place following racial bias claims
It was the second weekend of protests after a viral video sparked accusations of racism and the park faces a racial discrimination lawsuit.
4 years ago
House destroyed in fire after stand-off with suspect who shot at police in New Hanover Township
The suspect fired shots at the responding officers and a barricade was declared.
4 years ago
Can the National Guard really solve gun violence?
WHYY student interns team up with P.O.C., a partner in the News and Information Community Exchange, to survey residents about their feelings on the National Guard.
4 years ago
New Jersey residents asked to conserve water
With precipitation levels lower than normal, state officials are asking residents to conserve water while levels are “OK.”
4 years ago
Pastors and police walk for peace: East Germantown hosts monthly prayer walk
The monthly prayer walk organized by the 14th District police took on extra meaning this week after a 7-year-old was caught in the crossfire of a shooting.
4 years ago
Destructive fire at Jim’s Steaks caused by electrical issue
Fire officials say faulty electrical wiring led to a smoky two-alarm blaze that shut down South Street.
4 years ago
Appalachian floods kill at least 15 as rescue teams deploy
Search and rescue teams backed by the National Guard searched Friday for people missing in record floods that wiped out entire communities in Appalachia.
4 years ago
Another strike averted as remaining 2 Atlantic City casinos ink new labor deals
One week after a strike was authorized, Unite Here Local 54 announced a tentative agreement with the last two casinos without a labor deal.
4 years ago
The Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas ordered the encampment’s end last Friday. Law enforcement is expected to break it up in the coming days.
4 years ago
In a 3rd test, Facebook still fails to block hate speech
Facebook is letting violent hate speech slip through its controls in Kenya as it has in other countries, according to a new report.
4 years ago
After two years working in the community, the Chinese Immigrant Family Wellness Initiative is continuing to grow.
4 years ago
At the heart of the debate: Should the board prioritize the market’s immediate community mission — or concentrate on best business practices so it doesn’t go belly up?
4 years ago
‘Children still live there’: The fight for safe summer play in Kensington
Due to safety concerns in Kensington, the City of Philadelphia is downsizing a program designed to encourage outdoor play for kids.
4 years ago
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