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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Iconic South Philly pretzel shop asks for help to reopen after power surge

After four decades in business, family-owned Center City Pretzel Co. is fighting for survival.

6 years ago

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Community Conversations
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‘Living in this world is difficult’: Regional experts on stress and prioritizing mental health in the midst of a double pandemic

Stressors, stigma and self-care were the focus of a virtual community conversation sponsored Wednesday night by WHYY.

6 years ago

Adrienne Kennedy
Things To Do
Community Events
November 12 - 18, 2020

Virtual play festival, Jewish culture on film and decking historic holiday halls in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

This week’s “Things to Do” features Jewish culture celebrated virtually, an online dance party, and the return of ice skating.

6 years ago

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In this photo illustration the US President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate and former US Vice President Joe Biden are seen during the final presidential debate displayed on a screen of a smartphone. (Photo Illustration by Pavlo Conchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
NPR
Elections
National

The census is not over: What’s ahead during the Biden transition

Some major final steps for the 2020 census are set to take place during the transition from President Trump to President-elect Joe Biden.

6 years ago

Upper Tohickon Creek in Bucks County
Environment
Pennsylvania
Sustainability

Planning, protection, and promises: Developer responds to pushback on proposed Bucks County quarry

H&K Group, which proposes a 2-pit quarry in Springfield Twp., pledged noise protection, environmental reclamation and a commitment to work with residents.

6 years ago

President-elect Joe Biden, and Jill Biden, stand with their hands over their hearts before placing a wreath at the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial
Military
National
Public Health

Veterans Day in 2020: Quiet parades, somber virtual events

Cemeteries were silent as well, as many traditional ceremonies were canceled. With infections raging nationwide, several veterans homes are fighting new outbreaks.

6 years ago

Dawn Wooten, left, a nurse at Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia, speaks at a news conference in Atlanta
Immigration
National

US deports migrant women who alleged abuse by Georgia doctor

ICE has already deported six former patients who complained about Dr. Mahendra Amin, who has been accused of operating on migrant women without their consent.

6 years ago

Protesters march from the scene of Walter Wallace Jr.’s killing to Malcolm X Park. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Elections
Philadelphia

West Philly voters want Biden to deliver on police reform, education and an ‘even’ playing field

We talked to West Philadelphia voters about their White House wish list under a Biden-Harris administration.

6 years ago

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Business
Music
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Boot & Saddle is closing, long live the Boot & Saddle sign

The indie music venue is closing so sister concert hall Union Transfer can live on, owners said.

6 years ago

Carson Wentz passes during the first half of the Eagles-Ravens game
Philadelphia
Sports

First-place Eagles have a cushion despite losing record

While the Eagles (3-4-1) rested and recovered during their bye, they didn’t lose any ground in the NFC East.

6 years ago

Walter Wallace Jr.’s casket is moved out of New Temple Baptist Church in North Philadelphia.
Radio Times
Policing

The impact and lessons from the shooting of Walter Wallace Jr.

Following the release of bodycam footage of the police shooting of Walter Wallace Jr., we'll discuss the impact that the incident has had and what should change.

Air Date: November 10, 2020

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Ubiq storefront with Atmos written on top
Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly’s world-famous sneaker brand Ubiq is gone, but Atmos has arrived

With founder John Lee’s blessing, the shop that originated in the Gallery Mall is now part of a Japanese global chain.

6 years ago

Community leaders and members of the clergy led a march Tuesday from the site where Walter Wallace Jr. was killed to the police precinct at 55th and Pine (Emma Lee/WHYY)
The Why
Philadelphia
Public Health

The trauma caused by viral videos of police killing Black men

Watching videos of police killings, like the one of Walter Wallace Jr., can be traumatic, especially for Black and brown people. Should people share them anyway?

Air Date: November 9, 2020

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Pollution caused a noticeable haze over the Philly skyline on Monday DANYA HENNINGER / BILLY PENN
Environment
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Smog alert: Philly air quality is twice as bad as usual, thanks to the warm weather

Blame “temperature inversion” for the hazy sky.

6 years ago

Philadelphia jazz musician Micah Graves
Radio Times
Medicine
Music

Regional Roundup – 11/09/20

This week: COVID update in Philadelphia, what the rollout of legal pot will look like in NJ, and jazz musician Micah Graves.

Air Date: November 9, 2020 10:00 am

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