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The majority of children who die from COVID-19 are children of color
According to data reported to the CDC, 121 children died from COVID-19 between February and July of this year. And 78% were Hispanic, Black or Native American.
4 years ago
Whistleblower alleges ‘medical neglect,’ questionable hysterectomies of ICE detainees
Democratic lawmakers and immigration advocacy groups are calling for the DHS's inspector general to investigate the claims, centered on conditions at a facility in Georgia.
4 years ago
For many Latinos in Philadelphia, ‘getting sick is just impossible’
Only 6.2% of the city’s Latinos have been tested for the coronavirus, though they are at higher risk for contracting COVID-19. Access is just one reason.
4 years ago
Listen 3:27Pa. House votes to bar shutting down churches in disasters
“Is now the time to lock up churches?” asked House Speaker Bryan Cutler, R-Lancaster. “Is now the time to not allow people to assemble?"
4 years ago
Wolf called on both President Donald Trump and the Republican-controlled state legislature to start “getting serious” about the coronavirus pandemic.
4 years ago
New app could help track Delaware COVID-19 cases
The new COVID Alert DE app could alert users that someone they’ve been in close contact with has tested positive for the coronavirus.
4 years ago
Pa. coronavirus recovery: Philly testing positive at lowest rates since March
For the week that ended last Saturday, the average number of cases each day was 67, and 2.6% of tests came back positive.
4 years ago
Pelosi: House to stay in session until COVID-19 rescue pact
Pelosi told her Democratic colleagues on a morning conference call that “we have to stay here until we have a bill.”
4 years ago
Survey: U.S.’s international reputation takes a virus hit
In some of the 13 countries surveyed, favorable views of the U.S. have fallen to record lows. Pew started polling on the topic nearly two decades ago.
4 years ago
Constitutional law expert: Federal ruling against Wolf administration more symbolic than practical
Some legal experts question what effect, if any, the decision will have in the ongoing struggle between the Wolf administration and those who want Pa. to reopen completely.
4 years ago
Rats in rowhouses, opossums in bottles: Philly exterminators see booming biz as trash sits
It’s a busy time for the pest control business in Philadelphia.
4 years ago
Listen 2:02Pa. coronavirus recovery: College kids drive uptick in COVID-19 cases
College students are driving big increases in COVID-19 cases throughout Pennsylvania, particularly in north central and northeast regions.
4 years ago
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Officials warn of a ‘twindemic,’ plan to test contact tracing app
With fall around the corner, New Jersey officials urged residents to get vaccinated for the flu.
4 years ago
NJ Transit launches ridership app that shows how many aboard
New Jersey Transit bus and rail riders can now find out how many passengers they’ll be joining for their trips.
4 years ago
Can virtual counseling be effective? Some parents say it appears to be working.
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