The FBI is looking for suspects involved in the attempted robbery of an armored truck in Holmesburg. According to the bureau's Philadelphia office, two masked men approached a Loomis truck …
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Gov. Josh Shapiro’s new memoir to offer insights on his rise to political stardom
by myphillyconnection 40 viewsPennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has written a memoir that offers a behind-the-scenes look at his political rise from a state representative to a potential 2028 presidential candidate. The memoir, "Where …
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Kada Scott’s parents say their ‘hearts are shattered’ by her death
by myphillyconnection 41 viewsThe parents of Kada Scott said Monday they are heartbroken by the death of their daughter, whose body was found buried at a shuttered school in East Germantown on Saturday. …
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Pennsylvanians have until Monday to register to vote in Nov. 4 election
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsAs the 2025 municipal election approaches, Pennsylvanians have until 5 p.m. Monday to register to vote. "For the many eligible Pennsylvanians who have yet to register to vote, it's not …
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Pennsylvania considers harsher penalties for animal cruelty
by myphillyconnection 38 viewsPennsylvania lawmakers are considering proposals to crack down on cruelty to animals in the commonwealth. The House Judiciary Committee moved a package of legislation Wednesday that includes proposals to enhance …
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DA Larry Krasner says preventing Keon King from making bail could have made ‘all the difference’ in Kada Scott case
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsDistrict Attorney Larry Krasner said the city's use of a cash bail system led to the release of Keon King, who is accused of abducting Kada Scott earlier this month. …
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Penn rejects Trump administration’s proposal to exchange operational influence for funding advantages
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsThe University of Pennsylvania has declined to sign the compact proposed by the Trump administration that would have given the federal government influence over the Ivy League school's operations, including …
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Philly renters will get voter registration information when signing a new lease
by myphillyconnection 43 viewsUpon signing a new lease in Philadelphia, renters soon will receive information explaining how they can register to vote or update their existing voter registrations. A new bill unanimously approved …
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Philly Bike Ride and ‘No Kings 2.0’ rally to cause road closures Saturday
by myphillyconnection 55 viewsRight when the Philly Bike Ride is wrapping up Saturday, thousands of people are expected to start gathering for a "No Kings 2.0" protest, leading to road closures, parking restrictions …
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Philly’s only rape crisis center receives financial relief to stay afloat after layoffs
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsDespite receiving financial relief from the city, Philadelphia's only rape crisis center announced upcoming cuts to some of its services. As the state budget standstill enters its fourth month, District …