A man arrested in Honduras for raping and killing a 5-year-old girl in North Philly more than two decades ago will be brought back to the United States to face …
February 2026
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DoorDash, Uber Eats can deliver alcohol in 30 states, but not Pennsylvania. Lawmakers may change that
by myphillyconnection 27 viewsA proposed law that would allow DoorDash and Uber Eats drivers to deliver beer, wine and liquor orders in Pennsylvania is being considered by state lawmakers. The bill would create …
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Amid concern over ICE raids in region, Philly school district reaffirms policy to protect students
by myphillyconnection 25 viewsThe School District of Philadelphia, in a letter sent to students' families on Friday, said it will continue its policy to protect the privacy and safety of students in the …
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Cursive handwriting is making a comeback in Pennsylvania schools
by myphillyconnection 23 viewsCursive writing lessons will be back in Pennsylvania classrooms after state lawmakers passed legislation requiring its reintroduction this month. Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the bill into law Wednesday. It adds …
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Pennsylvania to test internet-connected pollbooks in May primary election
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsThe Pennsylvania Department of State is launching a pilot program to try out the use of internet-connected electronic pollbooks, and the devices would be deployed as early as the May …
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Gov. Sherrill asks N.J. residents to document ICE activity and share it online with the state
by myphillyconnection 26 viewsGov. Mikie Sherrill revealed new details Wednesday about a state website intended to let state officials gather information about federal immigration enforcement actions in New Jersey. The site allows ICE …
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N.J. man sentenced to decades in prison for fatal shooting at Bucks County strip club
by myphillyconnection 30 viewsA Trenton man has been sentenced to decades in prison for fatally shooting an innocent bystander at a Bucks County strip club in August 2024. The shooting in Morrisville happened …
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Slavery exhibit at President’s House must be restored by Trump administration, judge orders
by myphillyconnection 24 viewsThe President's House on Independence Mall must be restored to include the slavery exhibit that the Trump administration abruptly removed last month, a federal judge ruled Monday. All portions of …
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Cake & Joe, the cafe and pastry shop with storefronts in Pennsport and Fishtown, is opening its third location Wednesday morning in Center City. The business will mark the expansion …
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As 2026 progresses, the housing market looks different than it did just a few years ago—and so do the decisions buyers and homeowners are being asked to make. The extremes …