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Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.
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Lawmakers visit Delco’s William Penn School District to celebrate increased education budget
State lawmakers cited student gains and a landmark court ruling on equity that sided with the district.
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Listen 1:08Ruth E. Carter is the most-nominated Black woman in Academy Award history.
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N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill issues state of emergency on energy costs: Here’s what to know
Sherrill ordered state regulators to boost renewables and natural gas in light of rising electricity prices.
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Listen 1:06For 30 years Pig Iron has created original theater that has delighted and disoriented audiences. Critics sometimes didn’t get it.
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Listen 3:14Murphy draws New Jersey prosecutors’ ire with clemency actions on his way out the door
Though former Gov. Phil Murphy established an advisory board, the ultimate decision to grant clemency was up to him.
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Chester County poll book error was caused by ‘simple human error,’ investigation finds
West Chester-based law firm Fleck Eckert Klein McGarry found the county operated a system marred by inadequate training, safeguards, oversight and staffing challenges.
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‘It’s a damn shame’: Federal crews dismantle President’s House exhibit on slavery
The removal follows a White House directive to reshape how U.S. history is presented at national parks — sparking protest and a new city lawsuit.
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An assistant commissioner says the department has plenty of road salt and brine, and that 3,400 plow and salt trucks are ready to roll.
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Listen 1:05Delaware Gov. Meyer promises to cap budget growth in State of the State speech
Meyer said he wants to create more statewide affordable housing and railed about high energy prices.
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Listen 1:13The administration says in a memo obtained by The Associated Press that the purpose is to “facilitate efforts to reduce the improper and fraudulent use of those funds.”
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Pa. Supreme Court rules Chester does not have unilateral power to seize Chester Water Authority
The Chester Water Authority is one of the region’s largest public water systems, serving approximately 200,000 across Chester and Delaware counties.
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With more than 25 years of experience in the arts leadership sector, Shepherd will take the reins of the nation’s oldest art museum starting on Feb. 9.
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Listen 0:51The National Basketball League was formed in Philly in 1898, the Historic District and the Sixers have teamed up to commemorate it.
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Philly City Council vote unlocks $800M for housing, shifting more aid to lowest-income residents
The legislative hurdle was cleared after intense pressure from Mayor Cherelle Parker opposing the changes to the H.O.M.E initiative's first phase.
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