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Animals
New Jersey

Some New Jersey animal shelters say dogs are being left behind: Why Gen Z is adopting more cats over pups

While felines flourish, large dogs are facing longer stays and rising surrender rates.

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Philadelphia
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Trump administration eliminating LGBTQ+ youth suicide hotline worries Philadelphia community

According to a national survey by The Trevor Project in 2024, 39% of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide over a year's time.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia
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Former Eagles special teams ace Bryan Braman dies from rare form of cancer at 38

A key player for the Eagles’ first Super Bowl championship team, Braman was diagnosed earlier this year and had multiple surgeries in an attempt to treat the illness.

1 year ago

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Norristown immigrant community, allies shaken after ICE raid at supermarket

Residents shared their concerns about the latest in a slew of arrests in Norristown and surrounding areas.

1 year ago

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Community Events
Delaware
New Jersey
Philadelphia

Wu-Tang Clan, ‘Life of Pi,’ a summer ale festival and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

July 14–20: “O Lo Que Quieras” in Delaware, Cyndi Lauper in Philly and Michael Franti & Spearhead in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

1 year ago

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WHYY community engagement project coordinator, Rushawn Stanley
Community Events
Performing Arts
Philadelphia
Visual Arts

Bridging Blocks event sparks heated discussion on the use of artificial intelligence in art

Artists, playwrights, teachers and more gathered to ask “Can art save us?” and converse on the effect art has on everyday life.

1 year ago

King Downing, lead prosecutor of The People's Tribunal on War Crimes and Genocide in Gaza, stands at a podium
International
Military
Philadelphia

Philadelphia People’s Tribunal finds Israel, U.S. guilty of war crimes and genocide in Gaza

Local jurors said they hope the tribunal’s findings will have an impact in formal international governing bodies.

1 year ago

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Mayor Parker looks on
Employment
Philadelphia

Mayor Parker says white-collar workers’ union deal keeps the city ‘living within its means’

The tentative deal between the city and AFSCME District Council 47 still needs to be approved by union members.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia Phillies Kyle Schwarber celebrates after winning the tiebreaker at the MLB baseball All-Star game between the American League and National League, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Atlanta.
National
Philadelphia
Sports

Kyle Schwarber’s 3 homers in tiebreaking swing-off lift National League to All-Star Game win

Schwarber earned the MVP award, becoming the first non-pitcher MVP without a hit.

1 year ago

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Environment
Pennsylvania

Chester stormwater authority must stop paying board salaries, Pennsylvania court rules

Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania Judge Matthew S. Wolf issued an order calling for the agency to reduce the size of its board and cease paying board salaries.

1 year ago

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Media
Philadelphia

WHYY Pop-Up Newsroom draws about 75 to share story pitches at Philadelphia City Hall

The event in City Council’s chambers gave people a chance to interact with journalists and editors and pitch ideas for future stories.

1 year ago

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Books
History
Pennsylvania

A book of autographs in Philly revives the legacy of a forgotten Croatian hero

Joseph Mikulec walked the globe collecting signatures from kings and paupers. Now his century-old autograph book is going back home.

1 year ago

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Kim Paymaster and her daughter Ziya, 7, compost food scraps
Home & Family
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

The trash strike was a breeze for Philly’s zero-waste enthusiasts

Composting, recycling and reuse make for tiny trash bags and no stink.

1 year ago

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Delaware
Employment

New program offers Delaware hospitality workers a free path to leadership, college credit and career growth

After surveying restaurant employers statewide, Delaware officials found a need for better training to help hospitality workers advance.

1 year ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia
Visual Arts

Barnes on the Block brings art, culture and community to life on the Parkway

Hundreds gathered for the annual outdoor festival featuring local artists, live performances and hands-on workshops celebrating Philly’s creative spirit.

1 year ago

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