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John Chaney, iconic Temple basketball coach, dies at 89
The Hall of Famer began his coaching career at local high schools and rose through the ranks to become one Philadelphia’s winningest athletics figures.
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WATCH: Nick Sirianni’s introductory news conference with the Eagles
Nick Sirianni will have his first news conference on Friday around noon. It’s finally happening.
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All hail Joel Embiid, the perfect Philadelphia sports hero
It’s a beautiful time to be a Sixers fan.
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Del. ‘Swamp Hotel’ now a swank ‘stepping stone’ for people experiencing homelessness
New Castle County bought the hotel to create a comprehensive shelter and service center to help guests transition to stable, permanent housing.
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Listen 6:01A statement from the university president attempts to distance the school from the now-disgraced start-up, whose CEO is in its master’s of psychology program.
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Cicely Tyson, groundbreaking award-winning actor, dead at 96
Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details.
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More people fell on SEPTA tracks in 2020 than past five years, despite massive ridership drop
The grand majority of falls happen on the Market-Frankford Line.
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Philly police chief Outlaw will not resign after report critical of her handling of protests
Outlaw admitted that Philly police were “woefully understaffed” when protests broke out in late May, but defended her officers’ overall response.
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Facebook ‘Supreme Court’ orders social network to restore 4 posts in first rulings
Facebook was directed to restore several posts that the social network had removed for breaking its rules on hate speech, harmful misinformation and other matters.
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Things to do in and around Philadelphia include a winter festival in Chestnut Hill, a virtual tour from The Hives, and a sweet celebration.
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Listen 4:54#WeStandWithUkee: Groundswell of support for CBS Philly anchor after reports of racist treatment
National network executives Peter Dunn and David Friend have been placed on administrative leave.
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Philly police chief OK’d use of tear gas on protesters and residents, investigation finds
The controller’s report reveals new details about the internal dialogue between officials grappling with how to respond to unprecedented public unrest.
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Free Library installs plexiglass after branch workers push for more COVID protections
With input from the union, the institution is trying to balance community needs and safety concerns.
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Kobe’s presence remains strong, legacy growing
“It’s nice to see his memory, and just his way of his life being celebrated by people far beyond our area."
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Conversations of Kings 2021: Media, narrative, and social change
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year, NewCORE and WHYY presented the 2021 Conversations of Kings: Media, narrative, and social change.
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