The soda tax stops raking in the coins
06/22/2017 - 10:03
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The soda tax is nowhere near the $46.2 million projected revenue for the fiscal year of 2017.
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Gov. Wolf defends medical marijuana
06/16/2017 - 15:29
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Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaks out against Attorney General Jeff Sessions on medical marijuana.
Más acceso para empresas latinas promete el Comisionado de Adquisiciones Trevor Day
06/16/2017 - 11:21
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El comisionado para las Adquisiones de la ciudad habló con AL DÍA News sobre los servicios que su oficina presta a propietarios de empresas pequeñas que tengan interés en acceder a la contratación pública.
DNC protesters found guilty of trespassing
06/15/2017 - 17:15
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DNC protesters found guilty of trespassing.
More access for Latino businesses promises Procurement Commissioner Trevor Day
06/15/2017 - 15:33
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How the department assists minority businesses stay on equal footing when bidding for contracts.
Soda Tax upheld in court
06/15/2017 - 13:16
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The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court has upheld the soda tax in court.
En el camino de una Filadelfia saludable
06/14/2017 - 12:48
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La población latina de Filadelfia podría tener los mayores índices de enfermedades cardiovasculares, pero algunos cambios puntuales con el apoyo de iniciativas del ayuntamiento podrían ayudar a una familia más saludable.
On the path to a healthy Philadelphia
06/14/2017 - 12:36
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Philadelphia’s Latino population may be at higher rates for diseases related to cardiovascular health, but certain quick fixes with the support of city initiatives can lead to a healthy family.
Recursos para padres con necesidades
06/14/2017 - 11:31
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Fathers in need can take a look at the resources below.
Resources for the father in need
06/14/2017 - 11:28
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Fathers in need can take a look at the resources below.
Caravan for Freedom fights to get justice for local man seeking asylum from ICE
06/06/2017 - 15:02
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Representatives from Juntos and the Arch Street Methodist Church are taking part in a ride from Philadelphia to Vermont to campaign for a conclusion to the case of Javier Flores Garcia, a man seeking asylum in the church after a deportation order from Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officials.
Democratic Candidate for Governor Phil Murphy is a party fav
06/01/2017 - 09:13
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Phil Murphy received a glowing endorsement from Joe Biden this week.
Frank Moran is fighting to keep Camden's support
05/31/2017 - 15:48
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Frank Morán is the elected officials' favorite pick for the Camden's democratic primary.
Frank Morán lucha por conservar el apoyo de Camden
05/31/2017 - 15:42
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Frank Morán lucha por conservar el apoyo de Camden
Ray Lamboy: el forastero político que se transformó en candidato de Camden
05/31/2017 - 14:59
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Ray Lamboy, President and CEO of the Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA) is running for Mayor of Camden.
Camden candidate Ray Lamboy, the political outsider
05/31/2017 - 14:54
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Ray Lamboy, President and CEO of the Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA) is running for Mayor of Camden.
From bias to hate: PA senate committee moves to change classification of crimes
05/25/2017 - 10:36
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Senate committee expands the definition of hate crimes.
Sanctuary cities are finally defined
05/25/2017 - 09:35
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Sanctuary has been determined by Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
Finding sanctuary in places of worship
05/22/2017 - 17:50
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Undocumented immigrants across the country are seeking refuge in religious institutions.
Rhynhart's unexpected win in the City Controller's Race
05/19/2017 - 15:27
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Rebecca Rhynhart won the Democrat nomination for City Controller.
¿Igualdad de remuneración para todos?
05/18/2017 - 19:33
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La nueva ley que busca la igualdad de pago para hombre y mujeres en Filadelfia entrará en efecto esta semana, a pesar de la oposición de los empresarios. Sin embargo. algunas preguntas han surgido con respecto a quiénes serán los verdaderos beneficiados por la nueva normatividad.
Equal pay for everybody?
05/18/2017 - 19:32
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Philadelphia’s new wage equality law is set to take effect this week, despite backlash from the business community. But questions have arose as to who the law can really help.
Larry Krasner: an underdog who came out on top in the DA race
05/17/2017 - 20:07
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Larry Krasner has won the democratic primary for district attorney in Philadelphia.
Can Philadelphia's Next D.A Pursue Criminal Justice Reform?
05/17/2017 - 04:02
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The seven Democrats in the race are promising to change the city’s approach to law enforcement and lower its incarceration rate.
Home rule charter suit dismissed - again
05/16/2017 - 17:56
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A suit against the City Commissioners was once again thrown out just before the primary elections.