
Community
Study: Flood risk rising across Pennsylvania as climate changes
Most communities across Pennsylvania will likely face higher flood risks by the end of the century due to climate change, according to research from Penn State.
4 years ago
Sinking in Southwest Philly: How Eastwick can survive the battle with urban flooding
A neighborhood dealing with climate disaster hopes new grants bring relief.
4 years ago
Deadly start to the new year in Philadelphia leaves three dead, nine injured in separate shootings
Philadelphia finished 2021 with at least 560 homicides. The highest number on record.
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Suburban EMS squads are hurting, with staff shortages and financial issues
Pennsylvania’s emergency medical services say they’re in trouble, especially in areas where ambulance services don’t receive adequate municipal support.
4 years ago
Good things happen in Philadelphia: Most uplifting stories of 2021
Recounting even a few of this year’s news headlines is dizzying. But there was also joy to be found.
4 years ago
More than 65 shots fired in Germantown violence, 6 injured
"We know over 65 shots were fired from clearly at least two separate caliber semi-automatic weapons," Chief Inspector Small said.
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Downingtown Blue and Gold Marching Band to play in Rose Parade on New Year’s Day
The Chester County musicians will perform on New Year’s Day as one of just 12 high school bands chosen by the Tournament of Roses committee.
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Photos from 2021: Looking back on the year of the new normal
2021 saw a return to some things we love. The Philadelphia area also faced catastrophic flooding and tornadoes, and a rampant gun violence epidemic.
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It’s an enormous loss, mostly of young Black men. Some Philly antiviolence activists point to new efforts to stop the shooting block by block as a sign of hope.
4 years ago
A celebration of community purpose in West Philly on day five of Kwanzaa
The Mill Creek Community Partnership organized its first-ever Kwanzaa celebration on Thursday, in honor of the principle of “nia” or “purpose.”
4 years ago
Christian Hall was killed one year ago by Pa. State Police. His family still wants answers
Activists and Hall’s family are holding vigils in more than a dozen locations to remember the 19-year-old’s life and show officials they will not forget about his death.
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Philly icon Ray Didinger on how John Madden’s legacy was forged in Philly
“He was very smart,” said the WIP host of his fellow Hall of Famer. “A conversation with John would go in a lot of different directions."
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Mummers 101: Everything you need to know about Philly’s infamous New Year’s tradition
The parade has been happening for more than a century, and though there are ongoing efforts at reform, it shows no signs of slowing down.
4 years ago
Americans fume as the pandemic scrambles New Year’s Eve celebrations again
Skyrocketing COVID-19 case rates have caused officials In New York City and elsewhere to scale back their New Year's Eve celebrations.
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Rowan University to open N.J.’s first veterinary school
When the school opens in four years, Rowan Vet’s founding dean said the program will make sure students are ready for jobs in the field on day one after graduation.
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