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What to do if you were exposed to measles at the Philadelphia airport
If you traveled through Terminal E at Philadelphia International Airport on Feb. 12, officials are warning of potential measles exposure.
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Federal agency flags safety shortcomings that ‘exposed’ workers to explosion at US Steel plant
Federal investigators say incomplete and outdated safety procedures exposed workers to the deadly August explosion at US Steel.
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ICE tactics unconstitutional, Sellersville ‘No Kings’ protesters say
A local political group held a protest in Sellersville on Feb. 16 against ICE and executive overreach.
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Pennsylvania proposal aims to make vehicle registration cheaper
In a memo seeking co-sponsors, House Transportation Committee Chair Ed Neilson (D-Philadelphia) said his bill would provide a discount for people who want to register their vehicles for two years instead of one.
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All Democratic governors, including Pa.’s Josh Shapiro, bow out of White House dinner after Trump snubs several
A traditional formal working meeting at the White House including governors of both parties appeared to be off the agenda.
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How to get new senior deduction for the 2026 tax season. It’s $6,000
A new deduction for the 2026 tax season is available that could mean no taxes on Social Security for seniors 65 and older.
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Philly labor and progressive organizations prepare for potential ICE surge
Philadelphia’s ICE Out legislation seeks to impose local regulations on federal immigration officials ahead of possible massive deployment.
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Why PECO handed out $250 gift cards to neighbors after gas explosion
After a fatal natural gas explosion at a Bristol Township nursing home, PECO distributed $250 gift cards to nearby residents while federal investigators continued probing the cause of the blast that killed three people and displaced more than 100 others.
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Why Pennsylvania public libraries may no longer process passport applications
Starting Feb. 13, most Pennsylvania public libraries will no longer be able to process passport applications after a U.S. State Department decision affecting nonprofit agencies.
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More than books: A guide to free services at Pennsylvania public libraries
From 3-D printing, to passport renewal, to digitization of analog media, to professional development resources, you may be surprised to find out the many services Pennsylvania’s public libraries provide.
