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Sports

Joel Embiid signs a 3-year, $193 million contract extension with the 76ers

Embiid announced that he and the team had agreed to the extension Friday morning, saying he hopes to remain a Sixer "for the rest of my career.

1 year ago

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Pennsylvania
StateImpact Pennsylvania

Pieces of Three Mile Island to be preserved for history

The plant’s control panel and a model of the reactor core will be preserved, as well as signs, maps, and photos from the time of TMI-2’s partial meltdown in 1979.

1 year ago

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Delaware
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Landlord accused of targeting homeless families in Delaware

Several homeless families say they signed leases with the help of New Castle County officials for homes that weren't delivered.

1 year ago

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Hundreds pay their respects to slain Philly officer Jaime Roman

Officer Jaime Roman was shot in June and died from his wounds last week.

1 year ago

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Immigration
Philadelphia

Opinion: Immigrants are essential to Philadelphia’s economic growth and prosperity

Immigrants drive job creation, start new businesses and bring innovative ideas that benefit everyone in the city, says Anuj Gupta, president and CEO of The Welcoming Center.

1 year ago

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Anuj Gupta, left, CEO of The Welcoming Center, speaks with Zeke Hernandez, right, a professor at University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and author of
Economy
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Immigration

5 things to know about immigrants in Philadelphia’s economy

Speakers and panelists discussed the long-term economic benefits of immigrants at a WHYY event on Wednesday.

1 year ago

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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Amid Fishtown boom, residents outraged by ear-piercing trash trucks

After finally getting the message, La Colombe acted to address their complaints.

1 year ago

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Economy
Employment
Immigration
Philadelphia

Immigrants are fueling Philadelphia’s labor force growth, according to new report from Pew Charitable Trusts

Foreign-born residents account for a third of the city’s labor force growth since 2010.

1 year ago

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Nick Foles attends retirement news conference
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles honor Nick Foles, who led the team to its only Super Bowl win

The Philadelphia Eagles honored former quarterback Nick Foles ahead of Monday night's home opener against the Atlanta Falcons.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley runs with the ball under pressure from Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell and safety Jessie Bates III during the second half on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Sports

Barkley’s pivotal drop late in 4th quarter burns Eagles in 22-21 loss to Atlanta Falcons

A year after a 10-1 start, the Eagles are already 1-1 with games against undefeated teams New Orleans and Tampa Bay on deck.

1 year ago

a person stands and a child sits in an immigration support center
Delaware
Economy
Immigration

Delaware’s immigrant support in crisis as little state funding and specialist shortages threaten essential services

With little to no state funding in Delaware, many nonprofits are on hiatus or closing down their immigration services.

1 year ago

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Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell speaks
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Sports

With grief lingering, Blue Jackets GM Waddell places focus on hockey in wake of Gaudreau’s death

The resumption of hockey in Columbus began last week, when most Blue Jackets players returned to their facility to be together and lean on each other.

1 year ago

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Employment
International
Military
Pennsylvania

Scranton, Pa. is churning out Ukrainian weapons

Morning Edition visited the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant for a behind the scenes look at how defense manufacturing contributes to the economy of northeastern Pennsylvania.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles need more out of QB Jalen Hurts if they’re serious about winning a Super Bowl

If Jalen Hurts and the Eagles want a look at real-deal Super Bowl bling, they can go ask Nick Foles.

1 year ago

Matt Rambo and TJ Malone
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

No local team, but plenty of local players in lacrosse league title game

Local lacrosse talent will take the field in Philadelphia for the Premier Lacrosse League championship.

1 year ago

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