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Action News reports that there was a partial collapse at the building.

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Atlantic City casino workers push for a contract with strike wild card in hand

Negotiations will continue this week between Atlantic City casinos and the union, whose workers have authorized a strike on Fourth of July weekend.

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Wildfire in Wharton State Forest reaches 11,000 acres in size; 50% contained

Forest Fire Service crews will continue conducting backfiring operations throughout the day to aid in containment, officials say.

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Investigation continues after firefighter death in Fairhill fire and building collapse

A fire and subsequent building collapse Saturday left one firefighter dead and five other responders injured. Federal ATF agents are assisting.

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Philly announces 30 winners of Community Champions Awards grants

Twenty of the recipient organizations are set to receive a total of $325,000. Ten community members are going to each receive $2,500 in financial help.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party, parade, film festival, and more

The African American Museum in Philadelphia near Independence Hall hosted a Juneteenth block party where hundreds of people jammed to hip hop and dance classics.

4 years ago

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Black Americans living abroad reflect on Juneteenth

Black Americans living overseas have embraced the holiday as a day of reflection and an opportunity to educate people in their host countries on Black history.

4 years ago

Emancipation Day celebration, June 19, 1900, in Austin, Texas.
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Juneteenth is a jubilant celebration — and a sacred lament

Members of the clergy reflect on the role of the church and the holiday marking the notification of the end of slavery.

4 years ago

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More Real ID appointments available in N.J., Social Security Card not required

The Motor Vehicle Comm. says you don’t need to bring proof of your Social Security number as they open 10,000 more appointments for Real ID upgrades.

4 years ago

Ashley Lackey is hoping for more green space and designated areas for physical wellness. (Emily Rizzo/WHYY)
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With an interactive display, Philly begins collecting community input for the Ben Franklin Parkway

Community members share hopes for the Benjamin Franklin Parkway through an interactive display.

4 years ago

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Officials identify Philadelphia firefighter killed after building collapse in Fairhill

Officials say Lieutenant Sean Williamson, 51, was a 27-year veteran of the Philadelphia Fire Department.

4 years ago

Swoop, Mayor Kenney, Councilmember Johnson, other officials, and community members help with the groundbreaking at Vare Recreation Center
Swoop, Mayor Kenney, Councilmember Johnson, other officials, and community members help with the groundbreaking at Vare Recreation Center. (Jordan Levy/Billy Penn)
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Work begins on one of Rebuild Philly’s biggest project yet: $20 million rebuild at Vare Rec Center

The facility will have a new athletic field, a new recreation center, sprayground, and other amenities, including both indoor and outdoor classrooms.

4 years ago

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Amtrak upgrade in New Jersey will have trains moving 150 mph

The upgrades happened on Amtrak’s Acela line, between New Brunswick and South Brunswick. New trains introduced next year will go 160 mph.

4 years ago

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Christian groups look to break the cycle of violence this Father’s Day

Corner’s to Connections is a Christian based group that will use Father’s Day in the hopes of breaking the cycle of violence in Philadelphia.

4 years ago

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Companies are selling Juneteenth branded products. Here’s why that’s a big problem

Brands and companies are working to remove their Juneteenth items from shelves, as experts say those who are selling Juneteenth-branded products are "tone-deaf."

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