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250 years later, Americans are still wrestling with democracy’s promise and the ‘pursuit of happiness’

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Lawsuit claims Philadelphia ICE Field Office has ‘unlawfully’ re-detained people at immigration check-ins

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Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts introduces South Broad Street’s green future

A $150 million plan to beautify a mile of South Broad has begun with a “beta test.”

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Here’s how road closures for America 250 events may affect your commute

The city is closing down many roads in the city through July 4 to support Wawa Welcome America Festival events. Here are the changes you can expect.

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Delco DA charges woman allegedly tied to extremist Zizian group with murder of her parents

Michelle Zajko is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Richard and Rita Zajko in December 2022.

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Rare Revolutionary-era documents on display at N.J. State Museum for 250th anniversary exhibit

Rare documents and artifacts are on display at the museum in Trenton through the end of the year.

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250 years later, Americans are still wrestling with democracy’s promise and the ‘pursuit of happiness’

Lawsuit claims Philadelphia ICE Field Office has ‘unlawfully’ re-detained people at immigration check-ins

Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts introduces South Broad Street’s green future

Here’s how road closures for America 250 events may affect your commute

Delco DA charges woman allegedly tied to extremist Zizian group with murder of her parents

Rare Revolutionary-era documents on display at N.J. State Museum for 250th anniversary exhibit

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