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Deadly Shooting Outside Philadelphia School is a Grim Reminder of What’s at Stake in Pa. on Election Day
Despite a surge in gun deaths in Pennsylvania over the last decade, Republican lawmakers in Harrisburg and Washington have consistently voted against gun safety laws. This Election Day offers voters a chance for change.
Philadelphia Home Depot Workers Petition to Form Union
In what could be the first store-wide union at the home improvement giant, 274 employees filed a petition with the NLRB.
Philadelphia City Council Members Introduce Bills Aimed at Protecting Abortion Access in the City
The measures would protect abortion access within Philadelphia, update the city’s anti-discrimination law to protect reproductive health decisions, and bar city resources from being used to cooperate with out-of-state investigations.
Biden Hits Hard Again Against MAGA Republicans in Prime-Time Philadelphia Speech
Making his second Pennsylvania stop in two days, the president was not subtle about the danger posed by the extreme wing of the Republican party: “They are determined to take this country backwards.”
Biden To Deliver “Soul Of The Nation” Speech in Primetime From Philadelphia As GOP Threatens Violence In The Streets
President Biden will deliver a primetime speech on Thursday from Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where he plans to warn Americans about threats to the very core of American democracy. According to the White House, Biden will speak about “how the core values of this...
Philadelphia Isn’t the Same Anymore, but Candidates Like Josh Shapiro Can Help Us Take Our Neighborhoods Back.
Let’s take back our neighborhoods by electing candidates that will fight, protect, and provide us with the resources we need to live and work with living wages, dignity, and respect.
In Philadelphia Speech, Biden Blasts MAGA Republicans’ Efforts to Gut the Middle Class
Speaking before the largest federation of labor unions on Tuesday, Biden warned of what Republican control could mean for an economy built on the backs of unions and the working class.
Restoring Passenger Rail Service Between Reading and Philadelphia is Chugging Along
Officials in Chester, Berks, and Montgomery counties have created the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Philadelphia Ends Mask Mandate Just Days After Reinstating It
City health officials said the mask mandate is no longer necessary due to a leveling off of COVID-19 cases and reduced hospitalizations.
USA Today Honors Dr. Ala Stanford For Serving Philadelphia’s Underserved Communities
Dr. Ala Stanford has helped to provide more than 100,000 COVID-19 tests and vaccinations to Philadelphia’s underserved communities.
Philadelphia Lifts Vaccine Mandate for Indoor Dining, Mask Mandate Remains
The city’s vaccine mandate for indoor dining and other places serving food and drink was lifted Wednesday A new restriction system based on case counts, positivity rates, and hospitalizations is in place.
Philadelphia to Require Proof of Vaccine for Indoor Dining, Entertainment
Patrons and employees will have to start showing their vaccination cards on Jan. 3 to enter establishments where people eat together indoors, including movie theaters and cafes or bars inside larger establishments like stores or hotels.
Once Left For Dead, This Philadelphia Woman is Helping Those Battling Addiction
Sarah Laurel was a thriving professional who hit rock bottom due to addiction. Having turned her life around, she’s now working on behalf of those in recovery and on the streets with Savage Sisters.
1st Confirmed Omicron Case in Pennsylvania Reported in Philadelphia
No other details were immediately available, including whether the man was vaccinated against COVID-19 or if he had been traveling. Health officials said contact tracing was underway.
Doctor Recognized for Leading the Charge to Fight COVID in Philadelphia’s Underserved Neighborhoods
More than 50,000 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19 through the efforts of Dr. Ala Stanford, founder of the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium.
Supreme Court Rules on Philadelphia Case About Gay Adoptions
The case involves the city’s restrictions on a Catholic group that doesn’t support gay adoptions.
All Aboard! Biden Celebrates Amtrak’s 50 Years in Visit to Philadelphia
President Joe Biden, once a regular Amtrak rider, helped the nation’s passenger rail system celebrate 50 years of service Friday.
All Aboard: Restoring Passenger Rail Service from Reading to Philadelphia
A new study shows not only that reviving passenger rail service in Reading is financially possible and economically profitable, but it has the support of Amtrak and President Biden.
Philadelphia Investigates Selection of 22-Year-Old to Run Vaccination Site
Philadelphia is investigating how a 22-year-old’s group ended up distributing coronavirus vaccines. Philly Fighting Covid distributed nearly 7,000 vaccines this month before the city shut it down.
Philadelphia’s Vaccine Rollout Problems Lead to Larger Questions
Amid concerns about a 22-year-old’s qualifications to run vaccine distribution and Philly Fighting COVID’s for-profit status, the city shuttered his operation at the downtown convention center.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Defends Use of Tear Gas, ‘Less Lethal Munitions’ During Protests
Philadelphia’s police commissioner is defending her department and the city’s response to days of widespread protests against police brutality last summer.
Federal Prosecutor in Philadelphia to Resign as Trump Departs
US Attorney William McSwain is a Trump appointee who has sparred with Philadelphia’s District Attorney.
LIVE: Watch Philadelphia Count Their Remaining Votes
All the Trump supporters freaking out in Pennsylvania can tune in to this live stream.
The Philadelphia Nurse Who Keeps Fighting for His Patients—Even After the Government Moved On
Tarik Khan is a 42-year-old nurse in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has worked with COVID-19 patients and volunteered at testing sites and worked to help educate Pennsylvanians about the dangers of the virus.
Andrew Yang Campaigns for Biden, Harris in Philadelphia
“Many of the Asian Americans and South Asians that I speak to are very excited about having Kamala as the first Asian American vice president. I think that she is clearly the most diverse vice presidential candidate we’ve seen in our nation’s history,” Yang said.
Biden Appeals to Black Voters in Philadelphia
“Black voters are showing up in ways that they did not in 2016 and we can take heart in that,” said the executive director of BlackPAC.
Debra Messing and Kathy Najimy Campaign for Biden in Philadelphia
“We’re just looking forward to a human being with a real heart and soul running our country.”
Philadelphia Officials: ‘We Need to Do a Better Job’ in Handling Mental Health Crises
“We don’t have a behavioral health unit, which is sorely needed,” Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said. “There’s clearly a disconnect on our end in terms of knowing what’s out there.”
Philadelphia Police Killed Another Young Black Man—This Time in Front of His Mother
Hundreds of protesters filled the streets of West Philadelphia Monday night, just hours after Philadelphia Police shot and killed a young Black man in the middle of the street.