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Chester County’s Voices Underground is creating a national memorial to the Underground Railroad
Three sites will tell different facets of the history of the Underground Railroad in Chester County.
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African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party
The Museum brought Philadelphians together in celebration of the holiday’s 160th anniversary.
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The museum’s special programming targeted visitors who may not have known about America’s second independence day and the people behind it.
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Philly will be hit by a high heat and humidity wave. Here’s what to expect and how to stay safe
The heat index will soar above 100 degrees early next week. Older adults, people with heart issues and those without A/C are at highest risk.
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Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors
Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.
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U.S. resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts
The State Department says officers will be on the lookout for posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the U.S. government, culture, institutions or principles.
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The Philadelphia Conquering Cancer Coalition aims to remove barriers and improve communication and collaboration between various health centers and community organizations.
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How Juneteenth and Black America helped shape U.S. cuisine
NPR's Ben Abrams utilized his culinary background for a deep dive on the connection between food and Juneteenth.
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June 18 - June 22: Clifford Brown Jazz Fest in Del., Fishtown Beer Fest in Philly and Food Truck & Music Fest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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The Academy at Penn program aims to provide career and college support for students from two Philadelphia high schools over the next four years.
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Montgomery County prohibits its employees from cooperating with ICE, barring legal requirements
The policy includes protocol for how county employees should interact with federal immigration agents.
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WHYY’s Bridging Blocks tackles ableism and accessibility in latest community conversation
During the community conversation, the group talked about people in power and those meant to help them didn't listen to their needs.
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Philadelphia teachers have voted to authorize a strike. Here’s what to know
The strike authorization is the union’s first in more than two decades, with an August contract expiration looming.
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Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids, a setback for transgender rights
The decision effectively protects from legal challenges many Trump administration and Republican-led state government efforts to roll back protections for transgender people.
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