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A sculpture that probes your sole: ‘The Weight of Our Being’ quietly arrives on the Parkway
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A new outdoor sculpture is encouraging passersby to walk all over it and get a massage at the same time. Along Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Maja Park at 22nd Street is a circle of concrete embedded with small, rounded stones and partially buried in the turf.
Philly’s Fabric Workshop and Museum names new executive director
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia has a new executive director. Kelly Shindler, currently director of exhibitions and public interpretation for the Pew Center for Arts and...
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Ever since she was young, Tanisha Palmer has loved to style hair – for herself, for her dolls, for her friends. And her friends let her practice on them, even though when she was starting out, she’d sometimes make mistakes and burn their scalps. Tanisha was inspired by a decorative comb that was made as a souvenir for the 1876 Centennial, aka the United States’ 100th birthday party.
2 former Penn State students plead guilty in 2017 fraternity hazing death
This story originally appeared on 6abc. Two former Penn State University students pleaded guilty this week to hazing and reckless endangerment relating to a 2017 incident that led to a student’s death. It happened at a fraternity where Brendan Young and Daniel Casey both served in leadership roles. Authorities...
Man shot in ‘execution-type’ killing outside mosque was a 43-year-old Philadelphia resident
A man shot and killed outside the Philadelphia mosque where he was headed for a prayer service was identified by police on Wednesday as a 43-year-old resident of the city. Police and the district attorney’s office said they had no new information about what motivated a man in dark clothing to run up to Raheem Jefferson late Tuesday afternoon and fire at least 17 rounds from a few feet away.
Pennsylvania casinos ask court to force state to tax skill games found in stores equally to slots
The owners of twelve Pennsylvania casinos have asked the state’s highest court to declare that a tax on slot machine revenue is unconstitutional because the state doesn’t impose it broadly on cash-paying electronic game terminals known as skill games that can be found in many bars and stores.
Philadelphia police warn vehicle owners of smashed window thefts
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia police are investigating a series of smashed car windows, some of which include thefts. Deputy Commissioner Mike Cram said the thieves are working on a crime of...
How Did Tomatoes Become an Italian Staple?
When you think of Italian food, you probably think about pizza, bruschetta, or spaghetti. But tomatoes aren’t native to Italy. So where do these associations come from? And how these staple Italian dishes come to be?. Delishtory brings you a tasty exploration into our favorite food obsessions. It’s delicious,...
‘Draconian’: Delaware’s largest hospital system sues over creation of hospital cost review board
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Delaware’s largest hospital system has filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a...
The Democratic contest to be Harris’ running mate will likely be decided in the next week
Democrat Josh Shapiro had a dual message for enthusiastic voters in suburban Philadelphia this week, telling them Kamala Harris belongs in the White House — and then reminding them of all he’s done as governor of battleground Pennsylvania. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, likewise, told voters in Georgia that Harris has the makings of “a great president” — and then highlighted the elections he’s won as a Democrat in Republican territory.
Latest Pa. budget leaves embattled child care industry without much-needed funding to boost staffing
This story originally appeared on Spotlight PA. When Carli Viola-Luqa learned in April that her kid’s child care facility planned to permanently close, she panicked. Viola-Luqa, a nurse, and her husband, a dentist, both work full time and have no family in Pennsylvania. The couple, who live in suburban...
Philly’s controversial for-profit eviction system could shut down in the coming weeks
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Philadelphia’s embattled for-profit eviction system could soon grind to a halt. The Landlord and...
Montco officials identify human remains recovered in Towamencin Township in March
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Human remains found in Towamencin Township in March belong to Isaías Hernández-Geronimo, a 34-year-old Towamencin resident who went missing approximately two years ago.
Music never dies: Bruce Springsteen, Terell Stafford, and the industry’s future
Bruce Springsteen’s Born in the U.S.A.: Released in 1984 but dominating 1985 as the best-selling album, it sparked misinterpretations as a patriotic anthem during the Reagan reelection campaign. The lyrics actually portray a disillusioned Vietnam veteran’s experience of feeling abandoned by his country. Springsteen’s nuanced approach challenges perceptions, revealing his discomfort with the commercial success that led to a loss of control. We talk with Steven Hyden, author of the book There Was Nothing You Could Do: Bruce Springsteen’s “Born In The U.S.A.” and the End of the Heartland.
How 9 mistakenly discarded ballots in Luzerne County, Pa., fueled Trump’s 2020 lies about elections
This story originally appeared on Spotlight PA. A new report from the U.S. Department of Justice found that under the Trump administration, a U.S. attorney violated department policies while handling an investigation into nine Pennsylvania ballots that were mistakenly discarded in 2020. The report, released Thursday by the Justice Department’s...
Climate activists want a seat at the table when it comes to PGW’s budget. The city has a proposal to prevent that
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? Get in touch.
SEPTA implements partial hiring freeze with possible fare hikes on the way
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. SEPTA will freeze spending and implement other budget cuts to help the agency manage anticipated fiscal troubles. The agency’s Andrew Busch said the belt-tightening is the result of...
Bethlehem’s Moravian Church settlement added to list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Historic Moravian Bethlehem District in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, has been added to the World Heritage Sites list, which recognizes natural and historical sites for their cultural impact on humanity.
Philly Fringe Festival announces fall lineup
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The 2024 Philadelphia Fringe Festival has announced this year’s lineup. Having weathered a major pandemic slump and a significant change in leadership, the festival, now in its 28th year, is starting to look like its old self again.
The Paris Olympics: What Happens When The Circus Leaves Town?
The Olympics bring a burst of excitement to host cities, but in places like Rio de Janeiro, Sochi, and Atlanta, they often leave behind a legacy of displacement, worker exploitation, and blighted infrastructure. In Paris, will the 2024 games be any different?. Show Notes.
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