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Politics & Policy

Pa. legislators and activists celebrate signing of CROWN Act, which protects against discrimination based on hairstyle

After several years of activism and coalition building, the commonwealth became the 29th state to enact such legislation.

4 days ago

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Courts & Law
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Viral video of masked federal agents confronting Burlington Twp. resident draws criticism from N.J. Rep. Conway

The footage, recorded Nov. 8, shows agents on private property while the unidentified homeowner, who was out of town, pleads with them remotely.

2 weeks ago

Courts & Law

Here’s what’s in the opioid settlement against OxyContin maker Purdue and the Sackler family

The Sackler family must contribute up to $7 billion over 15 years. Most of the money is to go to government entities to fight the opioid crisis.

3 weeks ago

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Community

‘Being together is medicine’: West Philly’s Peoplehood Parade marks 25th anniversary milestone

The parade and pageant is a West Philadelphia tradition, featuring participatory theater, handmade puppets and music and dance performances highlighting a number of causes.

4 weeks ago

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‘’No Kings’’ protesters gather at Independence Mall in Philadelphia on Oct. 18, 2025.
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Politics & Policy

Will ‘No Kings’ rallies make a difference?

The "No Kings" demonstrations drew millions to the streets to protest President Donald Trump. Are peaceful protests an effective strategy and what’s the end goal?

Air Date: October 22, 2025 12:00 pm

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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.

2 months ago

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Community

Assata Shakur, a fugitive Black militant sought by the U.S. since 1979, dies in Cuba

The Cuban government said Friday that Shakur died Thursday in Havana due to “health conditions and advanced age.”

2 months ago

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Community

‘Serious challenges’: National NAACP board takes action to revamp struggling Wilmington branch

Connecticut’s NAACP leader aims to stabilize operations, finances and community impact for the 110-year-old Wilmington branch.

3 months ago

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Education

Rutgers University Law School receives $100,000 to support its pro bono program

Students, under the careful guidance of their professors, serve as attorneys for low-income residents facing immigration, housing and other issues.

3 months ago

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Urban Planning

Grays Ferry community members say CHOP garage is a ‘health hazard’

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia plans to build a 1,005-vehicle garage for employee parking needs.

3 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Philly residents plan fight to protect Independence Mall slavery exhibit marked for possible removal by White House

The National Park Service has until Sept. 17 to provide a proposal to the Trump administration, which will decide the fate of the President’s House Site.

3 months ago

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Community

This Mullica Hill dog trainer draws on past trauma to help rehabilitate anxious and abused pups

On National Dog Day, a South Jersey trainer shares how her past trauma helps her connect with and rehabilitate abused, anxious dogs.

3 months ago

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Community

ICE engaged in ‘standoff’ in Trenton, N.J.

ICE agents failed to gain entry to detain an unknown number of people inside a home on Bayard Street.

4 months ago

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Science

After 2 years of controversy, Mütter Museum announces new human remains policy

The new policy comes after two years of controversy involving public backlash, staff departures and high-level leadership changes.

4 months ago

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Education

Central Bucks school board holds public hearings on termination of superintendent, principal

The administrators were placed on leave earlier this year following abuse allegations in a special education classroom at Jamison Elementary School.

4 months ago

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