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Pa. lawmakers push to make sale of fireworks illegal as Philly braces for loud July 4

Philadelphia is divided on the noisy pyrotechnic displays. So is the Pa. State Senate.

5 years ago

Fireworks
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety

‘Please leave the fireworks to the professionals,’ Commissioner Outlaw says

Though consumer fireworks are legal within the city limits, several stipulations limit where and when they can be used.

5 years ago

Sha'Carri Richardson celebrates in the 100-meter semifinal last month at the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials in Eugene, Ore. However, a positive drug test disqualified her result at the trials. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
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U.S. sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson is suspended after a positive marijuana test

The result means she cannot compete in the 100-meter race at the Tokyo Olympics. She was seen as the U.S.'s best contender for a gold medal in the event.

5 years ago

Owners Tiffica Benza (left), Ashley Peel (center), and Jennifer Provost (right) at their boutique, Philadelphia Independents in Old City. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

This cute boutique might be the least touristy, most Philly retail shop in Old City

Owned by a trio of women, Philadelphia Independents features local artisans and celebrates the city’s culture.

5 years ago

This bird was found in the Washington, D.C. metro region with swollen eyes and crusty discharge, a sign observed on most birds affected by a mysterious ailment in the region. (courtesy Leslie Frattaroli/NPS)
Animals
Outdoors

Social distancing for birds? States order feeders removed amid mysterious avian deaths

Backyard bird watchers are being asked to take away feeders and birdbaths to help stop the spread of an as-yet unexplained ailment.

5 years ago

Baby Mazir was born on SEPTA's route 55 bus. (6ABC)
Home & Family
Transportation
6ABC

Baby on board! Philadelphia woman gives birth on SEPTA bus

Williams was due to give birth on July 21, but baby Mazir had a different plan. At around 9 a.m. on June 26, Williams went into labor on the Route 55 bus.

5 years ago

A protester outside Bill Cosby's Elkins Park, Pa., home holds a sign that reads,
Criminal Justice
Incarceration
Pennsylvania

Cosby’s release outrages survivors, advocates. But they say not all justice has been lost

Sexual abuse survivors and advocates point out the Pa. high court overturned Bill Cosby’s conviction on a legal matter — not a factual one.

5 years ago

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Naeem Townsend leaves the National Constitution Center with a hat, a flag, and a hoagie, giveaways
Community Events
Food & Drink
Philadelphia

Jazz, swag, and shortis: Philly celebrates Wawa Hoagie Day

Wawa made over 15,000 free hoagies Thursday. The first 5,000 were donated to Philabundance ahead of an event at the National Constitution Center.

5 years ago

Rescue workers search in the rubble at the Champlain Towers South condominium
Infrastructure
New Jersey
Public Safety

New Jersey team to assist in Florida condo collapse search

N.J. Task Force 1 sent 70 members who specialize in 21 technically skilled positions and 10 ground support personnel. It is the unit's eighth deployment under FEMA since 2016.

5 years ago

Fireworks explode over the Delaware River as seen from Penn's Landing.
Things To Do
Community Events

Fourth of July fun in the Delaware Valley includes fireworks, concerts, and more

July 1 - 4: Fourth of July fun in the Delaware Valley includes fireworks, concerts, and more.

5 years ago

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Kids swim at the James Finnegan Playground pool
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Philly pool season begins after challenging search for lifeguards

The city’s pool season begins, despite the recruitment issues and criticism surrounding which neighborhood pools were chosen to open.

5 years ago

Salina Brett poses in front of an LGBTQ pride flag
Delaware
LGBTQ

Trans activist raises money for LGBTQIA causes with weekly bike rides

Salina Brett has spent every weekend this month on her bicycle to raise money for LGBTQIA charities.

5 years ago

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Scott O'Neil speaks at a press conference
Philadelphia
Sports

76ers, Devils CEO O’Neil resigns after 8 years leading HBSE

O’Neil, a Villanova graduate, also has local ties from a previous job as vice president of sales with the Philadelphia Eagles.

5 years ago

Many blocks in North Philadelphia are not lined with trees and many residents do not have home air conditioning
PlanPhilly
Environment
Housing
Income Inequality
Public Safety

In one of Philly’s hottest areas, neighbors are crowdfunding air conditioners

As the mercury climbs, Philly neighbors are raising money to help one another keep cool.

5 years ago

Dr. Ala Stanford, founder of the Black Doctors Consortium, in front of the Crown mural by artist Russell Craig that pays homage to her and other Black women. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Philadelphia
Public Health
Race & Ethnicity
Social Justice

Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium to receive Philadelphia Magis Award

Each year, the award is given to a person or organization who goes above and beyond for their community.

5 years ago

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