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Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, wearing a face mask, speaks to the press
Philadelphia
Policing
Social Justice

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.

5 years ago

Facebook created the panel of experts to review the hardest calls the social network makes about what it does and does not allow users to post. (Jeff Chiu/AP)
NPR
Media
Social Justice

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.

5 years ago

Chestnut Hill on Ice
Things To Do
Community Events
January 28 - February 3, 2021

Chestnut Hill’s winter wonderland, The Hives virtual tour, and hot chocolate celebrated in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Things to do in and around Philadelphia include a winter festival in Chestnut Hill, a virtual tour from The Hives, and a sweet celebration.

5 years ago

Listen 4:54
CBS 3 evening anchor Ukee Washington became emotional thanking viewers and colleagues for their support.
Media
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
Billy Penn

#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.

5 years ago

A police officer moves through tear gas deployed to disperse a crowd as Justice for George Floyd Philadelphia protests continue in Philly
PlanPhilly
Philadelphia
Policing
Social Justice

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.

5 years ago

COVID-protective plexiglass barriers at a West Philly branch of the Free Library
Philadelphia
Public Health
Billy Penn

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.

5 years ago

In this Dec. 30, 2015, file photo, Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant touches his chest as he walks off the court in Boston after the Lakers' 112-104 win over the Boston Celtics in an NBA basketball game. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
National
Sports

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."

5 years ago

A promotional image for Conversations of Kings
Community Conversations
Media
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Social Justice

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.

5 years ago

A viewing was held at The Met for Philadelphia restaurateur KeVen Parker, who died of cancer on Jan. 14 at age 57. (Ximena Conde/WHYY)
Food & Drink
Race & Ethnicity

The ‘epitome of Black excellence’: friends, mentees, and acquaintances remember KeVen Parker

Parker’s public viewing at the Met Monday drew a steady trickle of people. One by one, people shared examples of Parker’s advice, encouragement, and generosity.

5 years ago

State Sen. Vincent Hughes,  D-Philadelphia, speaks during a news conference at Andrew Jackson Elementary School in 2013 in Philadelphia. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Public Health

Food distribution hub gets a million dollars to fund repairs and go solar

A solar upgrade is on the way for a food distribution hub in Philly.

5 years ago

Demonstrators raise their arms and chant,
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Black Lives Matter
Policing
Race & Ethnicity


In fatal shootings of unarmed Black people, many police are repeat offenders

Since 2015, police have fatally shot at least 135 unarmed Black people nationwide. The majority of officers were white and for some, the shootings weren't their first or last.

5 years ago

(AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Radio Times
Medicine
Sports

Regional Roundup – 01/25/21

This week; the confusing vaccination rollout in Philly, the gerrymandering battle ahead in 2021, and the Eagles name a new coach.

Air Date: January 25, 2021 10:00 am

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The site of a proposed solid waste management facility across from homes on Union Avenue
Environment
Pennsylvania
Race & Ethnicity

How an environmental justice controversy sparked in Upper Darby

Residents and officials of several Delaware County towns have joined forces in opposition to a proposal to put a solid waste facility near their neighborhoods.

5 years ago

Larry King's career spanned more than six decades. He's pictured above in May 2017 in West Hollywood, Calif.
NPR
Media
TV

Veteran broadcaster Larry King dies at 87

With his trademark suspenders and Brooklyn-accented baritone, King spoke with world leaders, celebrities, authors, scientists, athletes — everyone.

5 years ago

Parks Pop-up at Fairmount Horticulture Center (FCM Hospitality)
Community Events
Food & Drink
Philadelphia

Parks on Tap opening physically distanced indoor dining at Fairmount Horticulture Center

In non-pandemic times, Parks on Tap, run by Philly Parks & Rec and restaurant group FCM Hospitality, brings its boozy setup to public parks in neighborhoods across the city.

5 years ago

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