It's been nearly three months since the constitutionally-mandated deadline for state lawmakers in Harrisburg to pass a budget. But partisan gridlock continues to hold up negotiations. Republicans hold a majority …
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SNAP has new work requirements, but exemptions could help many at risk of losing food assistance
by myphillyconnection 73 viewsThe Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, better known as SNAP, looks a little different in Pennsylvania this month. Work requirements for the program, which provides low-income households with food assistance, changed …
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Drexel student arrested for alleged threat against Utah university where Charlie Kirk was killed
by myphillyconnection 35 viewsA Drexel University student was arrested in Utah on Tuesday for allegedly posting threats online about plans for "killing woke" at Utah Valley University, the campus where conservative activist Charlie …
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Richmond Library reopens after finishing eight-month, $2.5 million renovation
by myphillyconnection 45 viewsThe Richmond Library reopened Wednesday after eight months of repairs. The $2.5 million renovation included a new roof, masonry restoration, replaced HVAC system and repairs to the plaster inside the …
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City Council condemns President Trump over plans to alter the slavery exhibit at Independence Park
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsCity Council took a firm stance Thursday against the Trump administration's expected changes to an exhibit on slavery at Independence National Historical Park. Council President Kenyatta Johnson (D-2nd) introduced a …
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Four Philly prison workers charged with covering up alleged inmate assault
by myphillyconnection 38 viewsFour prison workers at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Holmesburg are facing federal charges for allegedly covering up an assault of a naked inmate who was beaten so badly that …
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West Philly teen found guilty of trying to make bombs for Syrian terrorist group
by myphillyconnection 35 viewsA West Philadelphia teenager accused of testing explosives to be used in terrorist plots targeting the Philadelphia area was convicted of several charges Wednesday, but acquitted of the leading charge …
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Philly airport shares its plans to spend $500 million on upgrades ahead of 2026
by myphillyconnection 40 viewsThe Philadelphia International Airport announced it's making some much-needed upgrades ahead of a busy 2026 when thousands of tourists are expected to come to the area for a variety of …
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Family of Amanda Cahill, who died in a Philly jail, sues in hopes of preventing similar deaths
by myphillyconnection 33 viewsGina Clark, whose daughter died in a Philadelphia jail just over a year ago, said she wants to make sure no one else suffers the same fate. "I don't want …
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Body found in trunk of stolen car in North Philly, police say
by myphillyconnection 32 viewsA body was found Monday inside of a stolen vehicle that was left unattended on a block in North Philadelphia, police said. The body was found after police were called …