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What does it mean to live a good life? What is true happiness? What are the habits and practices that lead to human flourishing? No Small Endeavor examines these questions with host Lee C. Camp.
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No Small Endeavor

What does it mean to live a good life? What is true happiness? What are the habits and practices that lead to human flourishing? No Small Endeavor examines these questions with host Lee C. Camp.

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New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin's office displays a photo of a so-called Glock switch in Newark, N.J. on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024,  (AP Photo/Mike Catalini)
Courts & Law

New Jersey, Minnesota sue Glock over switch that allows pistols to fire like machine gun

It's an early pushback by mostly Democratic-led states against President-elect Donald Trump’s 2nd administration, which Platkin said “routinely sides with the gun industry."

1 year ago

A Reward poster hung up on a light pole in front of the hotel
Courts & Law

McDonald’s employee in Altoona who called 911 in CEO’s shooting is eligible for a reward, but it will take time

Up to $60,000 in rewards from the FBI and the Crime Stoppers program had been offered to anyone calling in a tip leading to a break in the case.

1 year ago

Camden County Police Lt. Gordon Harvey (at podium) and Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen
Courts & Law

Cherry Hill man charged with defacing an abandoned Camden gas station twice on the same day

The man allegedly returned to the scene of his art hours after his first arrest to finish what he began. Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen says, “We’re not doing that.”

1 year ago

Listen 1:06
A Philadelphia Police Department cruiser is seen in a file photo.
Community

Survey: Philadelphia residents paint mixed picture of city police

The survey found that only 48 percent of city residents believe Philly police are doing a good job.

1 year ago

Listen 1:08
A close-up of a police car.
Courts & Law

Fourth man released in Philadelphia in review of ‘sex for lies’ scheme in 1980s homicide unit

Russell Williams, 67, served 41 years in prison. It's the latest review of whether police offered to arrange sexual liaisons for witnesses in exchange for false testimony.

1 year ago

Gov. Josh Shapiro, center, speaks during a press conference regarding the arrest of suspect Luigi Mangione, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pa., in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Courts & Law

Penn graduate arrested in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO charged with murder, court records show

Luigi Nicholas Mangione, 26, was taken into custody Monday after police got a tip that the suspect had been spotted at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

1 year ago

Jennifer Griffin smiles and holds a bike
Community

‘Really shocked’; Secret Santa visits 2 North Philly elementary schools

Temple University police and an anonymous donor awarded new bicycles to students at two elementary schools and Norris Homes in North Philly.

1 year ago

Listen 1:42
Entrance sign welcoming people to Picatinny Arsenal
Community

FBI investigating reports of large drones flying in New Jersey, seeks public’s help

The flights took place near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility, and over Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster.

1 year ago

The scene after a police-involved shooting
Community
6abc

Suspect hospitalized after police-involved shooting in Deptford Township

A witness said the suspect jumped out of a hotel window and ran onto Route 42. At some point after, about four gunshots were reportedly heard.

1 year ago

Jacqueline Bailey-Davis holds a hand up
Community
6abc

Norristown’s police chief placed on administrative leave

Chief Jacqueline Bailey-Davis took office just 11 months ago, becoming the first Black female to hold the post.

1 year ago

Austin Edwards speaks
Courts & Law

Trenton NAACP demands police director’s resignation following federal report on unconstitutional behavior by officers

A 45-page report released last week found repeated incidents of police misconduct by Trenton police officers.

1 year ago

Tape cordons off a scene of police activity, Saturday, March 16, 2024, in Trenton, N.J.
Courts & Law

Justice Department finds pattern of misconduct by Trenton Police following a yearlong investigation

A 45-page report found that officers "frequently" violated people’s constitutional rights. Talks towards a consent decree are expected.

1 year ago

Listen 1:06
A sign for Jenkintown Borough
Politics & Policy

Jenkintown spends 40% more per capita on policing than other Montgomery County towns

The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development did not recommend a “definitive course of action.”

1 year ago

police car lights flashing
Community

Police release name of man killed by officers during West Philly carjacking

Police say the 47-year-old pulled a gun on officers after they responded to reports of a domestic disturbance.

1 year ago

police car lights flashing
Community
6abc

Man fatally shot by Philadelphia officers after alleged carjacking, pursuit: Police

According to Philadelphia police, officers responded to a home on the 5400 block of Chancellor Street for reports of a disturbance.

1 year ago

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