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CollegeFest to turn Race Street into a giant welcome-to-Philly party
The free CollegeFest Block Party comes to Race Street on Sept. 19 with DJs, drag performances, a student lip-sync battle and giveaways. Read full article →
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Your guide to autumn in the heart of Pennsylvania
Nestled in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Columbia & Montour Counties are just over two hours northwest of Philadelphia. The area is renowned for its rural beauty and outstanding adventure opportunities without the huge crowds of the Poconos or Jim Thorpe. Here are some of the best ways to escape this fall into the Heart of PA.…
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Sixers mailbag: Could Ben Simmons actually return to Philadelphia?
Former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons sounds ready to rejoin the NBA. Until he catches on somewhere, people will continue to wonder if a return to the Sixers is in the cards. Read full article →
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Analyzing the Eagles’ initial 2026 practice squad
The Philadelphia Eagles announced on Monday that they signed 13 players to their practice squad. There are also a few other reported signings that the team has not yet announced. Read full article →
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Philly tenant unions; Into the Woodlands; Speed cams on Route 13 | Morning Roundup
#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Team effort on South Broad Street(Photo by @gpatomk) Philly tenant unions have quadrupled since the pandemic — and their political power is growing Organized renters are increasingly […] The post Philly tenant unions; Into the Woodlands; Speed cams on Route 13 | Morning Roundup appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY. Read…
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Philly’s 52 schools without adequate cooling systems to have early dismissal in second week back
The School District of Philadelphia will dismiss students early at the 52 schools without adequate cooling systems due to excessive heat forecasted on Tuesday — just over a week into the 2026-2027 school year. Read full article →
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DAs in Bucks and Chester counties urge Pa. officials to declare emergency ban on kratom products
District attorneys from Buck and Chester counties have asked Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogan to issue an emergency order scheduling 7-OH, a substance derived from kratom. Read full article →
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Sixers guard Kentavius Caldwell-Pope’s new apartment was struck by lightning while family was moving in, wife says
McKenzie Caldwell-Pope, the wife of new Sixers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, said the family’s apartment in Philly flooded last week after their penthouse unit was struck by lightning while they were moving in. Read full article →
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CDC leaves Pennsylvania deaths off national measles tally after vaccine spat between RFK Jr., Gov. Shapiro
The CDC did not include the two measles-associated deaths that Pennsylvania confirmed when publishing its latest measles count. The move followed a public spat between HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. and Gov. Josh Shapiro. Read full article →
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New speed cameras are now active on Route 13 in Philly, but the PPA won’t fine violators — for now
The Philadelphia Parking Authority has started the 60-day warning period for new speed cameras installed at 11 locations along Route 13 in West and North Philadelphia. Starting Oct. 30, drivers who exceed the 25 mph will be mailed violation notices with fines ranging from $100-150. Read full article →