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Pennsylvania
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Gov. Shapiro announces $20B Amazon AI investment, including development of data center in Bucks County

Sen. David McCormick joined the governor in announcing what he called a “huge victory for Pennsylvania.” Some concerns remain about powering new AI centers.

2 weeks ago

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WHYY News will host a pop-up newsroom in Westampton Township, New Jersey. You’re invited

South Jersey residents can ask questions, meet the New Jersey team and discuss story ideas during an upcoming WHYY News pop-up newsroom in Burlington County.

2 weeks ago

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Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ contest returns with battle of the champions

The fourth edition of the fan-vote competition adds a cameo from a Phillies star and a spot on the permanent lineup for the winning flavor.

2 weeks ago

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Delaware
Government Accountability
Public Health

‘Put us out of business’: CBD stores decry Delaware’s effort to regulate gummies and other hemp items with low-level THC

Officials say unscrupulous stores are illegally selling intoxicating products, but merchants say the bill goes too far. Lawmakers are working on a revision.

2 weeks ago

WHYY News' Vice President for News and Civic Dialogue Sarah Glover interviewed Irving Washington, board chair of the American Journalism Project and former CEO of the Online News Association in addition to Galen Gordon, executive producer for Straight Shooter Media and former senior vice president for talent strategy and development at ABC News about what it means to be a newsroom leader. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza/WHYY)
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Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

WHYY News’ Black Men in Media Summit offered glimpse into a changing industry

Award-winning media professionals shared industry insights and offered professional guidance on how to succeed in a volatile media landscape.

2 weeks ago

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PlanPhilly
Community Events
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Meet the woman behind Philly’s longest-running African American street festival, Odunde

For second-generation Odunde leader Oshunbumi Fernandez-West, investing in Philadelphia’s youth to learn about entrepreneurship is a top priority.

3 weeks ago

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Community Events
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

‘Toll the Bell’ event in Philadelphia calls for action, awareness of gun violence

The two-day event features performances, speeches and community resources to call for the end of gun violence in Philly.

3 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
Policing
6abc

Families pushing for answers after teens killed in Limerick Township crash during police chase

Tuesday night's crash in Montgomery County killed three teens and left a fourth injured. Officers say they followed the car because the teens allegedly stole from a Target.

3 weeks ago

Nelly Jiménez-Arévalo, Montgomery County's first ever director of immigrant affairs, stands at a podium to speak
Immigration
Pennsylvania
Policing

Norristown immigrants fearful after ICE raids; Montco officials voice support

Community members continue to call for commissioners to pass a welcoming act and train county employees on how to interact with ICE agents.

3 weeks ago

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Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

It’s officially ice cream season. Here are some local faves, both new and old

From classics like the Franklin Fountain to newbies like Malai, Billy Penn rounds up a list of some of our favorite frozen shops.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia
Public Safety
Transportation

Fire that damaged multiple decommissioned SEPTA buses at Philly storage yard now under control

City health officials said Friday that nearby residents can resume their normal routines after several dangerous air pollutants spiked Thursday.

3 weeks ago

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Community Events
Food & Drink
Pennsylvania

Coatesville’s Strawberry Festival returns after 3 years

The free event will be held at Main Street between First Avenue and Third Avenue instead of its original venue outside the former Brandywine Hospital.

3 weeks ago

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Aging
Philadelphia
Transportation
Billy Penn

How to find transit resources for aging adults in Philly

There are free and discounted transportation options available for aging adults in the city and throughout the region.

3 weeks ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

‘Nothing but God’: Odunde CEO talks about 50 years of the Philadelphia festival’s history

Odunde CEO Oshunbumi Fernandez-West and COO Adeniyi Ogundana can only give thanks to God as they continue the work the festival’s founders began.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

From field to pitch: The Linc gears up for FIFA Club World Cup with soccer-friendly turf

A new HERO Hybrid grass blend was laid and some stadium seats were removed to meet FIFA’s standards for Philly’s eight games this summer.

3 weeks ago

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