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Hayden, both the first woman and first Black person to head the Library of Congress, was fired by President Donald Trump in May.
5 days ago
Listen 1:17Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month
Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.
5 days ago
Listen 1:03After yearslong battle, work has begun on new headquarters for Philly’s 22nd Police District
The North Central Public Safety Building will include a new police station and a Police Athletic League center.
1 week ago
Listen 1:11Philadelphia public pools: Opening dates for 2025 summer season
More than 60 city pools will open on a rolling basis. Here’s what to know.
3 weeks ago
The $2 billion plan — the Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative — is rooted in creating and preserving 30,000 units of housing, and is backed by a massive bond.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary
On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.
1 month ago
Bucks County Book Festival draws hundreds of readers, authors to main event
The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival drew crowds with author panels, book signings and a celebration of community, creativity and the joy of reading.
2 months ago
Listen 1:06As Philadelphia looks to ‘cap’ Vine Street Expressway, it seeks Chinatown community feedback
The project is hosting pop-up events to share design options for a park that aims to restore and reconnect the neighborhood.
2 months ago
Germantown aims to hit a high note with a jazz festival this weekend
The Philly neighborhood’s historic jazz scene has dwindled over the years. Enthusiasts hope the inaugural three-day event will infuse life back into the community.
2 months ago
Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home
Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.
4 months ago
Residents say twice-weekly pickups aren’t fixing Philly’s trash problem
The mayor’s pilot program adding another trash day in Center City and South Philly was meant to reduce litter — but some residents say the problem has only gotten worse.
6 months ago
Kennett Square rings in the new year by dropping a 700-pound sparkling mushroom
This year marks the 12th iteration of the mushroom drop for the Chester County town.
6 months ago
With Book Bike, Free Library takes reading to the public
Innovative program meets potential readers where they are — in their neighborhoods, at games, etc.
6 months ago
Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances
The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.
7 months ago
After protesters removed from chambers, Philly Council votes 12-5 to approve Sixers’ arena proposal
The controversial development is now on track to open in Center City in 2031.
7 months ago
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