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New Jersey governor eases restrictions on breweries in the state

Breweries, distilleries, and other companies can now also manufacture up to 300,000 barrels a year.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy

Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

The change could potentially eliminate billions of dollars in fee revenue for the nation’s biggest banks, which were gearing up for a battle even before Wednesday’s announceme

2 years ago

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NPR
Courts & Law

Case brought to Supreme Court by Cape May herring fishermen may gut federal rulemaking power

The court is considering whether to scrap nearly 40 years of precedent in a case that could weaken federal agencies' power to regulate everything from the environment to guns.

2 years ago

Bessie Lee Cappell smiles as she poses for a photo, some of her products displayed before her.
Community

North Philly baby product manufacturer ramps up production, seeks design patents

North Philly native Bessie Lee Cappell plans to double down on making baby products for busy parents and is moving forward with design patents after winning a microgrant.

2 years ago

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Community

North Philly gourmet corn maker dreams of Jersey Shore boardwalk business

One North Philly native decided to become a student in the culinary land of corn — and she’s not afraid to make corny jokes about it.

2 years ago

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The FAA is tightening oversight of Boeing and will audit production of the 737 Max 9

Federal regulators say they're increasing control over Boeing production after a panel blew off of a 737 Max 9 jet.

2 years ago

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Community

Workers at University City Starbucks vote 14-2 to join national union

Workers at the Starbucks at 39th and Walnut Streets joined a growing national movement. They want fair wages, better scheduling and more.

2 years ago

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Restaurant Salvadoreño Food Truck outside of 1137 Spring Garden.
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Billy Penn

Salvadoran food truck serves pupusas, tacos and baleadas by the busload

Grocery store owner and cook Jose Limus is expanding with an eye-catching enterprise on 12th and Spring Garden.

2 years ago

James Eley
Money

Microgrant to help this Philly Black-owned electrical business snag federal contracts

Philadelphian James Eley found his spark again after securing a microgrant to help achieve his goals.

2 years ago

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Health

Penn Medicine to acquire Doylestown Health and its hospital as health system expands in Bucks County

Doylestown Hospital would become Penn Medicine’s seventh hospital facility.

2 years ago

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Former President Donald Trump sits in the courtroom before the start of closing arguments in his civil business fraud trial at New York Supreme Court, Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, in New York.
Courts & Law

Donald Trump defies judge, gives courtroom speech on tense final day of New York civil fraud trial

Trump’s return to the civil trial came days before the Iowa caucuses.

2 years ago

Former President Donald Trump speaks to the media at a Washington hotel, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, after attending a hearing before the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals at the federal courthouse in Washington.
Courts & Law

Judge rescinds permission for Trump to give his own closing argument at his civil fraud trial

Closing arguments are set for Thursday, which could cost Trump hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties and strip him of his ability to do business in New York.

2 years ago

Pedestrians carry plastic bags in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

After Kenney pocket veto, future of single-use bag fee in Philly uncertain

A 15-cent bag fee passed City Council, then died on Mayor Kenney’s desk. Proponents aren’t giving up, but the new mayor’s stance isn’t clear.

2 years ago

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Community

Here’s what to know about the bankruptcy of KYW radio’s parent company Audacy

Fewer flustered commuters on the roadways nationwide since the COVID-19 pandemic is one reason Audacy says it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

2 years ago

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NPR
Courts & Law

Hershey sued for $5M over missing ‘cute’ face on Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins

The lawsuit claims the packaging shows "explicit carved out artistic designs" that the chocolate inside doesn't have.

2 years ago

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