Pennsylvania
Pa. provides some of the worst opportunities for students of color, reports say
Students of color in Pa. are far less likely than their white peers to have access to small classes, certified teachers and advanced coursework, according to two studies.
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Two freshman Democrats are trying to guarantee medical consent in Pa.
Studies have shown that doctors at some hospitals routinely instruct medical students to perform practice exams on unconscious patients without their permission.
6 years ago
‘Wildcard’ Hank Cisco, Norristown’s very-own ambassador, dies at 96
The eccentric personality had a lifelong love affair with his adopted city.
6 years ago
Listen 2:08SEPTA unit chief promoted to top job amid FBI inquiry
The head of a SEPTA division that is currently the subject of a federal corruption probe has been promoted to one of the highest ranking positions in the transit agency.
6 years ago
Pa. House moves to keep people convicted of gun crimes in jail longer
The chamber narrowly passed a measure that would require judges to issue consecutive sentences for multiple crimes involving guns.
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Wolf administration warns against proposed SNAP cuts
More than 1.7 million Pennsylvanians use SNAP and the program contributes $2.5 billion dollars to the state’s economy.
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Pennsylvania cranks up PR campaign to boost census response
Pennsylvania's second lady, Giselle Fetterman, will help lead a campaign to encourage residents to respond to the census.
6 years ago
Dozens of managers exit troubled SEPTA office in wake of FBI probe
At least 34 managers within SEPTA’s facility management unit have left the public transit agency in the wake of a federal investigation.
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One year in, Pa. crisis center to stop school violence has fielded 40,000 tips
The partnership between Sandy Hook Promise and the state Attorney General's office aims to prevent mass shootings and help children dealing with problems.
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Parents call Judge Lyris Younge a menace on the bench
Lyris Younge will stand trial before the Judicial Conduct Board. She's accused of violating parents due process rights in family court. Will she be removed?
Air Date: January 13, 2020
Listen 11:56Advocacy groups say Pa. underfunds special education
The state used to cover a third of costs and now pays for a fourth of what districts spend on services for students with disabilities.
6 years ago
Can Philly voters sway Iowa caucus-goers with postcards?
Postcard writing in groups has allegedly gained popularity since the election of President Donald Trump.
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SEPTA Key’s Regional Rail rollout advances with more ‘tap to exit’ tech coming to stations
Starting Monday, Regional Rail riders will be able to tap their SEPTA Key Cards to exit at Jefferson Station weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Lawmakers plan to try, once more, to make redistricting less political
In order to change how congressional and state legislative districts are drawn before nationwide reapportionment in 2021, the General Assembly should set up a deal by January.
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Delco woman with transplanted uterus gives birth to ‘miracle’ baby
Their child, Benjamin, was the first baby born as part of Penn Medicine’s 2-year-old uterine transplant trial.
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