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Politics & Policy

What you need to know about the 2023 Pa. general election

Statewide, voters will weigh in on consequential judicial races. In Philadelphia, voters will elect the city's 100th mayor. Here's everything you need to know.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) looks for an opening while under pressure from New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon (9) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass
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Jalen Hurts, Eagles build early lead, hang on to beat Patriots 25-20

The Eagles capitalized on two early turnovers by the Patriots, spoiling a day in which New England honored former quarterback Tom Brady at halftime.

2 years ago

Cindy
Community

A decorated car parade marks the start of Mexican Independence Day festivities in Philadelphia

In its second year, the parade brings a Mexican tradition to the heart of Philadelphia.

2 years ago

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Skyline as seen from a fishing pier along Bartram's Mile in Southwest Philly. (Danya Henninger/Billy Penn)
Community
Billy Penn

Amid gun violence crisis, Philadelphia may be safer than people think

Comparing a recent Gallup poll to crime statistics shows perception is not reality.

2 years ago

A postcard image of Central High School in Philly in 1904
Education
Billy Penn

The fight to admit girls to Philly’s Central High School

It took two court battles, including a Supreme Court case, to change the status quo at what was considered a bastion of academic excellence.

2 years ago

Words say Carla the Conqueror in an illustration of a girl standing at the front of a classroom.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Philly-area author pens new kids’ book about international adoptees: ‘Carla the Conqueror’

Anna Maria DiDio hopes to help other families deal with the trauma of adoption by making the challenges easy to talk about.

2 years ago

A person walks along the Schuylkill River Trail near the Manayunk Canal, as seen from above.
Community

Portion of Schuylkill River Trail near Manayunk to close Monday for restoration project

The city of Philadelphia is working to restore the connection between the Manayunk Canal and the Schuylkill River.

2 years ago

People marching for recovery
Community

Philadelphia’s annual Recovery Walks! event aims to make recovery from addiction more visible

Nearly three out of four people who ever struggle with drug or alcohol use survive and go on to recovery, national estimates show.

2 years ago

Map of Philadelphia showing trails
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Connecting the gaps in Philadelphia’s river trails: What’s open now, and what’s planned for the future

Neither the Schuylkill or Delaware pathways are continuous — yet.

2 years ago

File photo: Mayoral candidate Cherelle Parker participates in the Restoring Safety Forum at WHYY. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Leaked emails from Parker’s campaign show ‘contempt’ for local media, journalists say

One of the messages mistakenly forwarded to Hall Monitor suggested the outlet’s reach was too small to warrant granting requests.

2 years ago

A brick walkway and stone building with a Temple logo flag flying.
Education
The Philadelphia Tribune

Temple launches search for its new leader

Starting this month, the university will seek feedback from the community through listening and engagement sessions.

2 years ago

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner watches the body camera footage of former officer Mark Dial’s partner at a press conference announcing murder and other charges against Dial in the shooting and killing of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry on September 8, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Courts & Law

Philadelphia police officer charged with murder in Eddie Irizarry killing

The suspended Philadelphia police officer turned himself in and was arrested on Friday morning and will face charges that carry a minimum of 35 years in prison.

2 years ago

Martha Eies on stage.
Arts & Entertainment

She’s back: Funk freak Red 40 makes her hometown return in Fringe Fest

Funky, liberating, and a little gross, Martha Eies’ alter ego disappeared from Philly almost five years ago. This weekend, she’s back.

2 years ago

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Police at a crime scene
Community
6abc

City streets department worker fatally shot in South Philadelphia

Police said three streets employees were arriving to do work on the area. One worker left the car to go into a corner store and ended up in an altercation inside the store.

2 years ago

Nanu's Hot Chicken on Cottman Avenue, where the Rashid brothers are planning much more
Community

The Nanu’s brothers already planning expansion — and the region’s first all-halal food hall

From Pakistan to Brooklyn to Northeast Philly, the Rashid family sticks together and tries to give back to their community.

2 years ago

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