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During the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia on May 13, 1985, a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, flown by Philadelphia Police Department aviators, was used to drop an explosive device on the MOVE house.
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Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary

On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.

8 months ago

A braider picks up pieces of synthetic braiding hair
Money

The Black hair industry imports products from China. Here’s what tariffs mean for braids and wigs

Stylists are considering raising their prices while the the U.S. and China negotiate new trade agreements.

8 months ago

Thousands packed the west end of South Street and Grays Ferry Avenue Sunday afternoon for the annual Odunde Festival.
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50th anniversary Odunde Festival in Philadelphia: What you need to know

The first Odunde Festival was held in 1975. Half a century later, it’s run by the daughter and grandson of co-founder Lois Fernandez.

8 months ago

Studio 2

Philadelphia’s juvenile justice problem

Philadelphia locks up more children than any other large city in America--four times the national average. Why is Philly such an outlier when it comes to juvenile detention?

Air Date: May 21, 2025 12:00 pm

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Ode to George 2 sculpture by Clifford Ward
Arts & Entertainment

Working in isolation for 10 years, Philly artist reveals his army at Grounds for Sculpture

Clifford Ward has quietly crafted two dozen African fantasy warriors. They are the centerpiece of his first exhibition in a decade.

8 months ago

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Tyler Dallas of South Philadelphia attempts to ascend the grease pole at the Italian Market Festival Sunday. (Brad Larrison for WHYY)
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Billy Penn

Philadelphia’s Italian Market Festival returns this weekend. Here’s what to expect

A greased pole climbing competition, meatballs, gelato, tacos and more! The 9th street fest is back with a bang.

8 months ago

Attendees participate in a workshop at the Afro-Asian Solidarity Symposium at the Asian Arts Initiative's exhibit, Crescendo
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Billy Penn

Philly celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Concerts, walking tours, art workshops, film festivals and more

Billy Penn offers a curated guide to events in Philadelphia you won’t want to miss.

8 months ago

Afrikaner refugees from South Africa holding American flags
Politics & Policy

Trump just brought a group of white South Africans to the U.S. as refugees. What are they escaping?

U.S. President Donald Trump says the minority Afrikaners are being persecuted by their Black-led government because of their race and there's a “genocide" in South Africa.

8 months ago

Two city blocks of rowhouses are left in ruin following the worst fire in the city's history, May 15, 1985 in West Philadelphia. The blaze was caused accidently when police attempted to remove a radical group called MOVE from their house by dropping a satchel bomb on the structure a gun battle. (AP Photo)
Studio 2
Community

Studio 2 Extra: Investigative journalist reflects on MOVE bombing

Investigative reporter Linn Washington remembers the MOVE bombing 40 years later .

Air Date: May 13, 2025 3:00 pm

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Annie Chi, Jack Chen, Mark Prinzinger and Kenny Poon at Lion Sports Bar on Arch Street
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Billy Penn

Philly’s Chinatown business community works to maintain, grow and innovate

Local entrepreneurs stay in the neighborhood when opening businesses, amid rising tariffs and anti-immigrant sentiment.

8 months ago

Hundreds gathered at Love Park on Mother’s Day
Community

‘Time to stand up’: Mother’s Day march rallies for peace, children caught in international conflict

More than 30 local advocacy organizations demanded “protections and rights for all children, everywhere,” at LOVE Park on Sunday.

8 months ago

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Inside Barstool Sansom Street bar in Philadelphia
Community

Temple student suspended for antisemitic message at Philly’s Barstool bar, employees fired

“In the strongest terms possible, let me be clear: antisemitism is abhorrent,” Temple President John Fry said in a statement.

8 months ago

Ryan Howard smiling
Arts & Entertainment

Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard makes pitch for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum expansion

The museum in Kansas City, Missouri, is trying to raise $30 million and open in 2027.

9 months ago

Shelly Smith braids hair for Bridget Dunmore at her salon, Braid Heaven Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 in Kansas City, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Health

Report finds potentially harmful chemicals in synthetic braiding hair, Philadelphia scientist weighs in

A new report found carcinogens and lead in popular brands of synthetic hair widely used in salons. A Philly scientist says more transparency is needed for consumer safety.

9 months ago

A Millville fire truck is seen in a file photo.
Community

‘Lynching is not a joke’: Delaware lawmakers condemn firefighters accused of using a noose and making racist remarks

The alleged crime at a downstate fire station in February 2024 was unreported until earlier this month.

9 months ago

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