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University of Pennsylvania archivist John Bence
Health

A Penn physicist accidentally created X-rays over 130 years ago. His family is now donating some of the earliest known images

Images taken in 1896 by Arthur Goodspeed of coins inside a small purse were a precursor to medical X-rays and the birth of radiology in the U.S.

10 months ago

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Solar panels are visible outside of Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia
Science

From composting to solar panels, NFL stadiums are working to be more sustainable

Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta are two stadiums that are frequently recognized for their efforts to lower their carbon footprint.

10 months ago

Close up hands of caregiver doctor helping old woman at clinic.
Health

New Medicare dementia program offers free, enhanced support services to families in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

The GUIDE program pays local health and home care organizations to provide free dementia respite services, education, training and care coordination.

10 months ago

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Jennifer Schorn and Joe Khan
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2025: What Bucks County voters need to know about DA Jennifer Schorn and challenger Joe Khan

Schorn, who has worked as a county prosecutor, touts experience in criminal cases. Khan says his time as county solicitor shows his track record protecting Bucks residents.

10 months ago

Listen 1:47
A person looks out of a SEPTA Regional Rail train
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

After 5 Regional Rail fires, federal agency orders new round of SEPTA crew trainings

SEPTA maintains trains are safe, but acknowledges need for $1.8 billion in new equipment.

10 months ago

Cats in rescue facility
Community
6abc

71 cats saved from Bensalem rescue as director faces cruelty charges

SPCA's communications and development director says the cats are receiving treatment for fleas, ear mites and respiratory infections, among other things.

10 months ago

Several boats in a port
Community

Why a Glenside veteran joined the global flotilla to get aid to Gaza

As the flotilla gains worldwide attention, Philly, Montco and Delco lawmakers have signed on to legislation that would block the U.S. from sending certain weapons to Israel.

10 months ago

Ari Lennox performs at the Essence Festival
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Mural Arts Month begins, performances by Clipse and Ari Lennox and First Friday fun in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 1-5: A Goth Ball in Del., an urban pumpkin patch in Philly and the Collingswood Book Festival in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

10 months ago

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Governor Josh Shapiro signs executive order at press conference
Health

Pennsylvania governor announces new vaccine safeguards, expanded access to shots in executive order

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order, issued Oct. 1, directs state agencies to create vaccine information hubs, safety net programs and insurance requirements.

10 months ago

Listen 1:20
Dr. Ala Stanford stands in front of a health clinic with her arms crossed
Politics & Policy

Dr. Ala Stanford, who provided vaccines to Philly’s communities of color, announces run for Congress

Stanford is shaking up a crowded field for a Democratic primary that will likely be the de facto general election.

10 months ago

Penn Wood High School building
Education

No homecoming dance, no extracurriculars: Funding crisis disrupts William Penn School District

A perfect storm of circumstances, including the Pennsylvania budget impasse, has led to problems for the chronically underfunded school district in Delaware County.

10 months ago

Listen 1:19
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and President Donald Trump.
Politics & Policy
WESA

Judge protects Pennsylvania — for now — from federal reprisal in food-stamp dispute

State officials say they are open to sharing the data — if it isn't shared with other agencies.

10 months ago

Capitol building
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania agencies warn of mounting damage as state enters its 4th month of a budget stalemate

The ongoing impasse has stalled billions of dollars from going to schools and social services, and it has no certain end in sight.

10 months ago

Neil Makhija speaks into a microphone
Health

Montgomery County offers free COVID-19, flu vaccines at community clinics

County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.

10 months ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland
Health

Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital head to auction block

Prospect Medical Holdings is selling real estate from the shuttered hospitals, with a possible auction if enough bids come in, court documents show.

10 months ago

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