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Florida just passed a $15 minimum wage. Is the time right for a big nationwide hike?
More than two dozen states and nearly 50 localities have a wage floor that is higher than the federal minimum wage, which has been stagnant at $7.25 since 2009.
5 years ago
‘Mad or nah?’: Philly reacts to Trump’s post-election defiance
Tamara Russell, aka Revive P.O.C., hit the streets of Philadelphia to see what residents think of President Trump’s refusal to concede.
5 years ago
Listen 4:30New Jersey’s capital city has tied its 2013 homicide record
Jeremy McTamney, 26, was fatally shot in Trenton on Tuesday, marking the city’s 37th homicide this year.
5 years ago
‘We are shipping to the US’: Inside China’s online synthetic drug networks
China banned fentanyl last year, but an NPR investigation reveals how Chinese vendors continue to market the chemicals used to make the drug on e-commerce and social media.
5 years ago
‘Adapt or die’: Small businesses brace for Philly’s new COVID-19 restrictions
Restaurants will no longer be allowed to serve diners indoors. Outdoor dining will now be limited to four people from the same household per table.
5 years ago
Colin Kaepernick comes out in support of freeing Mumia Abu-Jamal
The quarterback stated his support of Abu-Jamal, who has been incarcerated for 38 years, and published one of Mumia’s essays on his new website.
5 years ago
Philadelphia 76ers managing partners continue its diversity and branding
It looks like Boyd, O’Reilly and Berman will be making some major contributions to the organization.
5 years ago
Here comes Santa Claus — with face masks and plexiglass
Despite the pandemic — and the fact that Santa's age and weight put him at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19 — mall owners plan to bring him back this year.
5 years ago
Philly bans indoor gatherings, broadens restrictions amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Already-leaked restrictions become official. Starting Friday through Jan. 1, indoor dining is prohibited, gyms must close and outdoor events are limited.
5 years ago
Murphy tightens N.J. coronavirus gathering restrictions to slow second wave
New Jersey's coronavirus levels have been spiking, which Murphy has said amounts to a “second wave.”
5 years ago
Philly area activists and organizers pushing for stricter gun safety laws and funding for gun violence intervention see Biden’s victory as a glimmer of hope.
5 years ago
Listen 3:35As partial shutdown looms, one Latin-American business owner is prepared to weather the storm
Mayor Kenney is expected to announce a partial shutdown, pausing indoor dining. One business owner is confident her Latin-American restaurant will survive the winter.
5 years ago
Eagles lose 27-17 to Giants, still lead NFL’s worst division
Carson Wentz and the rest of Philadelphia’s offense were out of sync following a bye. They were 0 for 9 on third downs.
5 years ago
Philly COVID cases surge past spring peak, rate of positives worse than other big U.S. cities
As positivity spikes, hospitalizations grow and mask-wearing drops, Philadelphia is enacting new restrictions to send a message.
5 years ago
North Philly turkey giveaway needed ‘now more than ever’ as pandemic rages on
Sharing Love Home Care hosted its 4th annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway near Kensington on Sunday amid the exploding coronavirus pandemic.
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