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Gov. Josh Shapiro's path to prominence started in Montgomery County
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris. Shapiro is among several Democratic governors getting attention for the vice president spot. Just nine days ago, he joined Harris for Thai take-out at Reading Terminal Market after she spoke at a town hall event in Philadelphia.The Keystone State is considered perhaps the most significant battleground state with 19 electoral votes, thrusting Shapiro into the national spotlight. Shapiro, 51, is the 48th governor of Pennsylvania currently serving his first term. He's become a rising Democratic star and was commended last...
Olivia Nicastro | Embracing harm reduction for substance use at Penn
In a pilot study of Penn undergraduates, 39% of respondents reported using alcohol or other recreational drugs for the express purpose of combating stress. Penn’s primary substance use resource hub is the SUPER (Substance Use, Prevention, Education, and Recovery) program, which provides students with a list of recovery resources, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and Al-Anon. The program also provides wellness workshops focused on harm reduction strategies, which is a scientifically-supported approach to substance use focused on directly engaging with individuals who use drugs to reduce the negative consequences associated with drug use. Although Penn has implemented progressive measures, additional steps are necessary to keep pace with evolving harm reduction strategies.
Report: Eagles rookie corner will miss time with hamstring injury
The Eagles will be without one of their rookie corners to begin training camp. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, CB Cooper DeJean will miss the first three weeks of camp with a hamstring injury suffered in offseason workouts. As Fowler stated, DeJean will begin camp on the non-football injury...
Chester Providing Grants for Business District Aesthetic Upgrades
The Facade Enhancement Initiative provides grants to Chester business owners to make aesthetic improvements to their businesses. The City of Chester has taken the next step to revitalize its Central Business District with a Façade Enhancement Initiative. The program will elevate the aesthetic appeal of Chester’s commercial buildings by...
Night Market coming to Northern Liberties on July 24
Northern Liberties is bringing back its Night Market for the 2nd year in a row on Wednesday, July 24th from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. The wildly popular Northern Liberties Night Market will be on North Second Street, between Fairmount Avenue and West Laurel Street. The family-friendly, dog-friendly, festival will feature 26 food trucks, beer gardens, […]
Philadelphia Phillies probable pitchers & starting lineups vs Twins, July 23
The Philadelphia Phillies (63-37) will try to bounce back from a disappointing loss on Monday against the Minnesota Twins (55-44). The way the rain-delayed game turned out, the Phillies probably wish the storms continued all night because there certainly wasn't much thunder in their bats. Despite Ranger Suárez's encouraging showing,...
Biden Phones in to Harris Event Amid Wacky Claims He’s Dead
President Joe Biden made his first live remarks since dropping out of the presidential race on Monday evening, speaking by phone to a crowd of staffers at campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware.“I know yesterday’s news was surprising and it was hard for you to hear, but it was the right thing to do,” Biden said, calling in as he recovers from COVID before Vice President Kamala Harris made the first stop of her presidential campaign.“The name has changed at the top of the ticket, but the mission hasn’t changed at all,” Biden said. “And by the way, I’m not going...
Phillies sign Dante Nori their 2024 first round draft pick
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Phillies have signed their first round draft pick, Dante Nori to a deal. Nori was selected by the club with the 27th overall pick during the draft roughly a week ago. Nori is only 19 years-old, but the outfielder led Northvillle to its first state championship....
Tyler Phillips emotional from seeing Phanatic during Phillies debut: 'Used to chase him as a kid'
26-year-old Lumberton, New Jersey native and now Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tyler Phillips talk about playing for his hometown team and how the Phanatic got him emotional during his first game.
Dave Matthews Band: Live in Camden [Photos + Setlist]
Dave Matthews Band came to stay, stay, stay for a while… for a two night stand in Camden, NJ last weekend. Dave’s tours have become a summer ritual, returning nearly every year to perform for legions of fans in the Philly area. Since the early 90s, he’s performed in this city quite a lot, and most of the time it’s at the Pavilion. Whether you’re up against the barricade or dancing on the lawn, DMB’s shows never disappoint.
Tyrese Maxey gets real on Paul George payoff of waiting for new contract
CAMDEN, N.J. — It was only a matter of time before Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers agreed to a contract extension. The plan, which launched last summer, was to wait until after Philly utilized its future cap space before locking down the up-and-comer to a new contract. His peers got paid while the Sixers' young guard stayed patient.
Florida County May Consider Buying and Sinking SS United States
After a court order to vacate its longtime berth in Philadelphia, the storied ocean liner SS United States is in need of a new home. Florida's Escambia County has a controversial proposal: a commissioner wants to buy the vessel from its current owners and sink it as a dive attraction. If adopted, the ship's graceful lines would be preserved and accessible to the public; while reefing is not a preferred alternative for the nonprofit conservancy that manages the ship, the other remaining option might be scrapping, a board member warned in a statement last month.
Beyoncé gives Kamala Harris approval to use ‘Freedom’ as official 2024 campaign song
Beyoncé has given Kamala Harris permission to use her hit song Freedom as an official anthem for her 2024 presidential campaign, it has been revealed.The vice president made quite the entrance on Monday when she walked out to the song during her first visit to her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, since it was rebranded after Joe Biden stepped down from the race.Harris, 59, was greeted by campaign staff and supporters while the penultimate song from the singer’s 2016 album Lemonade, featuring rapper Kendrick Lamar, played in the background. Just hours before her appearance, representatives of the 32-time Grammy...
Anna C. Verna Playground and Trolley Trail are Officially “Best of Philly”
Last week Philadelphia Magazine released its annual “Best of Philly” issue, and listed Anna C. Verna Playground as the Best Playground and the Trolley Trail as Best New Trail!. About the Anna C. Verna Playground. Fairmount Conservancy and partners celebrated the playground’s official opening nine months ago. Since...
Walmart building massive new warehouse of the future in NJ
PILESGROVE — Walmart giveth and taketh away in Salem County with the closing of one facility and the announcement of a new one. A Walmart distribution center under construction in Pilesgrove is one of five being built around the country as part of a plan to make its online grocery business more efficient.
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Ex-Philadelphia officer sentenced to at least 8 years in shooting death of 12-year-old
A fired Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison.Edsaul Mendoza, a five-year veteran of the force who was fired a week after the shooting in 2022, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas "T.J." Siderio.Mendoza said in court that he felt sorrow and regret just before he was sentenced to 8 to 20 years. He originally was charged with first- and third-degree murder and voluntary manslaughter but agreed to a plea deal. A message seeking comment...
76ers introduce Paul George, celebrate ‘patient’ Tyrese Maxey
The Philadelphia 76ers now have their Big Three, introducing forward Paul George on Tuesday as the star joins forces with guard Tyrese Maxey and center Joel Embiid. The Sixers reeled in George with a four-year, $212 million max contract earlier this month. They were able to do so because Maxey waited his turn for an extension of his own, giving Philadelphia's front office the ability to maneuver within the salary cap.
Oaklyn Preps for Grand Opening of First Cannabis Dispensary
Borough resident Matthew Hale says he’s looking forward to serving the community through his recreational dispensary on the White Horse Pike. In the two years since the establishment of the recreational cannabis industry in New Jersey, the state has seen more than 100 dispensaries open its doors, and hundreds more applicants seek places to establish their businesses.
Where to catch bus tour with free backpacks, school supplies in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It might be the middle of summer, but it's not too early to think about getting back to school in Philadelphia.Across the city, clinics are already accepting School District of Philadelphia students who need to get up to date on their vaccinations and their physicals — and starting on July 29, the first of several free school supply giveaways will help get students ready to go back to school.This is Ring the Bell PHL, the school district's back-to-school welcome tour starting in the summer. The Ring the Bell PHL bus tour is making multiple stops across the...
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