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Thousands sign petition asking Temple to cancel classes on Election Day to GOTV
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Why Pa. election officials still can’t start processing mail ballots before Election Day
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Patronage, politics, and parking tickets: Why the PPA is the way it is
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Critics say local TV news graphic frames Roxborough shooting like a ‘video game’
An exec at CBS Philadelphia said the image is no longer in use.
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Looking for a public restroom? Philadelphians can soon poo in the ‘Portland Loo’
A pilot with “the Swiss army knife” of bathrooms could help relieve the need in Center City.
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How Philly can help with Hurricane Fiona relief efforts
After power was knocked out across Puerto Rico, local orgs jumped into action.
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