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Philly’s Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common
“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.
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Listen 1:41The judge paused his own order, writing that while the university is unlikely to win its appeal, the delay will not harm a federal investigation.
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Listen 0:57Philadelphia looks to employ thousands of youth this summer with city-led program
The #ItsASummerThing campaign looks to give youth jobs and keep the city safer by keeping them employed and out of trouble either with a job or recreational activity.
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Listen 0:59The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.
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Listen 1:16‘Philly is a union town’: How labor keeps its power and status in Philadelphia
Union organizing is spreading across new corners of Philadelphia’s workforce, reinforcing the city’s long-standing reputation as a labor stronghold.
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Last year’s Broad Street Run winners have some tips for this year’s runners
Amber Zimmerman and Josh Izewski won their gender division of the Broad Street Run last year. Now, Amber is hoping for a “three-peat,” while Josh wants a second championship.
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Gallup polls show American support for nuclear energy has not been this high in more than a decade.
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Listen 12:30It took 10 years for the children's museum to raise the money to replace its 19th-century marble floors.
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Listen 1:49New apartments are planned for Germantown parcel with history of illegal dumping
The project from Liberty Bell Management calls for a mix of townhomes and duplexes. Construction could start sometime in 2027.
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Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits
Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.
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Listen 1:12Federal and state leaders expressed their gratitude for the Secret Service and first responders while condemning political violence.
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Listen 1:00Police said the suspect ran past security barricades as Secret Service agents raced toward him. One officer was shot in a bullet-resistant vest.
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Delaware proposal would direct courts to send text reminders to defendants about hearings
Automatic text messages could reduce missed court appearances and the need for judges to issue bench warrants.
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Listen 1:00Chester County wants to encourage more trips to the farmer’s market — one stamp at a time
Upon visiting a participating farmer’s market on the Chester County Farmer’s Market Trail map, participating shoppers will receive a stamp.
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Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations
Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.
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