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Education

Teachers sue over Trump’s immigration crackdown, saying students are staying home

High school teachers in Pennsylvania said some students stopped showing up in the spring, fearful they would be arrested on campus.

1 month ago

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Education

Rutgers University Law School receives $100,000 to support its pro bono program

Students, under the careful guidance of their professors, serve as attorneys for low-income residents facing immigration, housing and other issues.

1 month ago

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Courts & Law

Pa. Supreme Court justices up for retention make rare public appearance together in face of campaign to oust them

The three Democratic justices argued that partisanship does not guide their decisions. They face an unprecedented effort to unseat them.

1 month ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker next to a board reading, in Spanish and English, WARNING! Are you here to buy a gun for someone who can't buy one? This is a crime punishable with up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Stop! Think before it's too late and you become a criminal.
Politics & Policy

Philly gun dealers must post new signs warning against the ‘straw purchase’ of weapons

The regulation mandates signs be posted in all gun shops to warn shoppers that buying guns for those not allowed to have them is a crime.

1 month ago

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Philadelphians board 32 bus
Urban Planning

Judge orders full restoration of SEPTA service, but fare increase can continue

A consumer rights activist and two other riders sued SEPTA, calling the service cuts discriminatory and saying the agency exaggerated the crisis to lobby for more funding.

1 month ago

Commuters exit and board the route 4 bus
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

The week’s scheduled round of SEPTA fare hikes, service cuts are on pause

A Friday ruling by a Common Pleas Court judge means the week’s expected steep fare hike and cuts in Regional Rail service are postponed.

2 months ago

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Courts & Law

New Jersey’s massive American Dream mall sued for selling clothes on a Sunday

Officials in Paramus argue that the mall's retailers have been open on Sundays for nearly a year, despite promises to comply with the law.

2 months ago

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Science

New Jersey seeks to rein in rising electricity bills by increasing transparency on grid operator’s decisions

Grid operator PJM is under increasing scrutiny over rising electricity costs. Lawmakers want a clearer look at how the nonprofit operates.

2 months ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphians fighting FDR Park renovation can continue their case in city court, judge says

It’s a procedural win for opponents of the renovation, who argue turf athletic fields and a new tidal wetland will radically change the park.

2 months ago

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer is opposing the effort by Delaware U.S. Attorney Julianne Murray
Courts & Law

ICE investigating 15 Delaware businesses suspected of employing undocumented immigrants

Gov. Matt Meyer said his administration plans to fight what he called “government intrusion” by the Trump administration.

2 months ago

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Police investigate a shooting scene in Philadelphia
Courts & Law
6abc

Arrest made in Grays Ferry mass shooting that left 3 people dead; more suspects still being sought

The victims who were killed have been identified as 23-year-old Zahir Wylie, 19-year-old Jason Reese, and 24-year-old Azir Harris.

2 months ago

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Courts & Law

Owners of cargo ship that crashed into Baltimore bridge sue company that built vessel

The lawsuit filed in federal court in Pennsylvania last week alleges negligence in the design of a critical switchboard on the ship.

3 months ago

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents escort a detained immigrant into an elevator
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania legislators propose bill to prohibit law enforcement from using masks to hide their identities

A recent raid in Montgomery County prompted legislation similar to bills proposed in other states. ICE’s acting director has defended the practice of wearing masks.

3 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment

Encore Series and Philadelphia Orchestra end lawsuits. Encore takes the blame

After filing a lawsuit against the orchestra, the mea culpa from the Philly Pops’ parent company may be its last gasp.

3 months ago

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Courts & Law

N.J. law banning immigration detention contracts overturned by U.S. appeals court

The 2-1 ruling means the private prison firm CoreCivic Corp. can continue to operate the Elizabeth Detention Center.

3 months ago

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