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Black Lives Matter
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Assata Shakur, a fugitive Black militant sought by the U.S. since 1979, dies in Cuba

The Cuban government said Friday that Shakur died Thursday in Havana due to “health conditions and advanced age.”

3 weeks ago

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WHYY opens its doors to the community and supporters for Open House and Sustainer Summit

WHYY staff welcomed new and sustaining supporters to WHYY Studios for behind-the-scenes learning about WHYY media and educational programs.

3 weeks ago

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Philly centenarians share lessons, and memories, at Simpson House celebration

The 5, all women, had been everything from choir members to welders during World War II, in their 100-plus years.

3 weeks ago

Bryan and Howard Stevenson and moderator Dr. Robin Smith discuss unity on stage
Community Events
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Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Stevenson brothers lead conversation on justice and healing in the wake of increasing political violence

Bryan and Howard Stevenson contrasted the racial tensions of the present to what they experienced growing up in the 1960s.

3 weeks ago

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Aging
Home & Family
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania launches free statewide legal support program for grandparents raising grandchildren

The statewide free legal line, staffed by attorneys at the SeniorLAW Center, will provide advice and resources to help families navigate the court system.

3 weeks ago

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Business
Food & Drink
Billy Penn

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant announces closure of all its locations

After almost 30 years of serving the community, the local chain has made its final last call.

3 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Transportation
Billy Penn

2 dead, several injured in 3 incidents involving SEPTA rail, trolley operations

Two people were struck and killed by Regional Rail trains over about a 10-hour period.

3 weeks ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

It’s spooky season! Your guide to Philly Halloween

We put together a comprehensive (and we mean comprehensive) list of all things Halloween around the city! Whether you’re looking for fun drinks or family-friendly activities,

3 weeks ago

Police at scene of SEPTA accident
Philadelphia
Transportation
6abc

Man dies after being struck by SEPTA train in East Falls section of Philadelphia

Service on the Manayunk/Norristown Line was restored around 11 a.m. with some expected delays.

3 weeks ago

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Animals
Philadelphia

After nearly 30 years of dreaming, a $15M state-of-the-art equestrian arena opens in Philly’s Fairmount Park

The McCausland Arena at the Chamounix Equestrian Center was built by the youth development organization Work to Ride.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia

WHYY wins Mid-Atlantic Emmy awards for Arts and Interview programs

Programs featuring cellist Yo-Yo Ma and dancer Angel Corella earned top industry honors.

3 weeks ago

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Media

WHYY debuts ‘Ask Gov. Meyer’ radio show featuring questions from Delaware residents

Delaware residents can submit questions online ahead of time or call in during the program.

3 weeks ago

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Media
New Jersey
TV

NJ PBS, New Jersey’s only dedicated public television channel, will cease operations in the Garden State next summer

After June 30, 2026, a NJ PBS nightly news program will only air on digital platforms, and on THIRTEEN, the public television channel in New York.

3 weeks ago

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Business
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
Billy Penn

African American Market is the latest addition to FDR Park’s weekend lineup. We checked it out for you

The Saturday market is an outdoor bazaar of food, pastries, artwork, vintage items and more from independent, Black-owned businesses. Organizers say it’s just getting started.

3 weeks ago

An overturned tanker truck on Route 1 Bypass in Upper Province Township
Pennsylvania
Public Safety
Streets & Roads
6abc

Overturned tanker shuts down Route 1 in Delaware County, spilling 2,000 gallons of heating oil

A tanker lost control and rolled across a bridge Monday morning, shutting down both directions of the Route 1 Media Bypass in Upper Providence Township for several hours.

3 weeks ago

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