Best The United States of Kensington Podcasts (2024)

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Chester Safe Streets Initiative gets creative this summer to do more with critically understaffed Police Department 1:06

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The Chester Police Department is making some changes and getting some help this summer as they fight back against summer crime with fewer officers. KYW’s Justin Udo has the story. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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In the midst of new contract bargaining, PHL airport contractors demand back wages they say they are owed 1:14

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About 100 airport subcontractors who say their employer is refusing to pay what’s owed to them turned out to the American Airlines terminal to demand they get the money they are expecting. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has more from Philadelphia International Airport. 📸: Conner Barkon/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Reports: U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez will resign from office on Aug. 20 1:18

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Multiple outlets are reporting that U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey will resign from office on Aug. 20, following his conviction on federal bribery and fraud charges. We go live to KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty for more details. 📸: Andrea Renault/Star Max/GC ImagesBy Audacy

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Litter of dead puppies found on Thorndale golf course, police say 1:08

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An investigation is underway after several dead puppies were found on a golf course in Chester County on Monday. Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports.By Audacy

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One of the victims injured in deadly block party shooting charged with murder 1:12

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One of the nine victims shot during a West Philadelphia block party over the weekend has been identified as one of the shooters who started the gunfight, according to police. KYW Newsradio's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the details.By Audacy

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Harris secures enough delegate support for Democratic nomination for president 1:27

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Vice President Kamala Harris has enough delegate support, including from Pennsylvania, to win the Democratic nomination for president. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Screens or no screens? Study suggests parents ditch touchpads for toddlers 0:52

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A recent study found allowing toddlers too much time on touchpad devices can have a damaging impact on social interactions. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Lawmakers grill Secret Service director on Trump assassination attempt 2:24

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The House Oversight Committee grilled Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle during a hearing on the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. She admitted it was the most significant operational failure at the Secret Service in decades. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy reports. (Photo by Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)…

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How early should you get to the airport? 0:48

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Just about every airplane is full this summer. So, how soon should you get to the airport? CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more. (Photo by Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo/Getty Images)By Audacy

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VP Harris promises to unite Democratic party, nation as she looks ahead to 2024 election 1:29

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Vice President Kamala Harris worked to rev up support among staff when she stopped by what can now be considered her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. As KYW’s Nina Baratti tells us, President Joe Biden chimed in during the meeting in his first remarks since officially dropping out of the race on Sunday. (Photo credit: Chris duMond/Get…

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Gov. Murphy signs new bill into law to prevent New Jerseyans from falling into medical debt 1:00

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The Louisa Carmen Medical Debt Relief Act was named after a 25-year-old Murphy Administration staffer who was killed in a car accident on New Year’s Day. Gov. Phil Murphy says the bill will bring dignity to the billing process and provide time to recover, as no bills will be given to patients while they’re still recovering at the hospital. (Photo c…

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NJ makes $95 million available to developers to build and improve healthy housing for state's Medicaid community 1:16

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Housing as health care. A recent study finds that providing vulnerable people with permanent housing led to a 25-percent reduction in health problems. So, New Jersey is making funding available for developers to build affordable homes specifically for the most vulnerable residents. Details from KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. 📸: Getty Ima…

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Former Philly cop sentenced to 8-20 years for 2022 shooting death of 12-year-old Thomas Siderio 0:56

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Edsaul Mendoza, the former police officer who pleaded guilty in the killing of 12-year-old TJ Siderio in South Philadelphia nearly two years ago was sentenced Monday. KYW's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson was at court. (Photo credit: Kristen Johanson/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Fire erupts in complex above Rosy's Taco Bar 1:34

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KYW's Nina Baratti is live at 22nd and Walnut streets where she tells us a fire broke out in a complex next to Rosy's Taco Bar. (Photo credit: Nina Baratti/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Camden County opens free pop-up vaccine clinics for students without health insurance 1:07

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Students without insurance or with insufficient coverage in Camden County are welcome to receive necessary vaccines ahead of the school year. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us there is a different location open each day this week. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Refusing to 'engage in hypotheticals,' Gov. Josh Shapiro addresses rumors that he's on Kamala Harris' veep short list 1:07

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Now that Vice President Kamala Harris is essentially the Democrats' top candidate for president, there's speculation as to who could be her running mate. One of the names thrown out is Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who addressed that idea today at an event in Pittsburgh. 📸: RYAN COLLERD/AFP via Getty Images…

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Pennsylvania Democrats line up to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidential nomination 1:22

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Democratic lawmakers from our area are following President Joe Biden and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez has the story.By Audacy

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Nation’s first Black-owned swim club, based in Delco, continues to help young swimmers get their feet wet 1:12

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The Nile Swim Club in Yeadon received a $10,000 donation on Monday from water utility company Aqua to help continue and expand its No Child Will Drown In Our Town initiative. The free 10-day program teaches children swimming essentials. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us more. (Photo credit: Getty Images)…

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Montgomery County family court judge investigated for allegations of misconduct 2:16

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A Montco family court judge who had a lawyer handcuffed and carted off to jail is now being investigated by the Judicial Conduct Board of Pennsylvania. 📸: Tim Jimenez/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Block party permit could have avoided West Philly shooting, says mayor, city officials 1:14

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City officials say the mass shooting at a block party in West Philadelphia yesterday was sparked by an argument. Three people were killed, six others injured. KYW's City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb joins us with more on what the mayor and other officials are saying. 📸: NBC10 PhiladelphiaBy Audacy

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Penn Museum launches Global Learning Lab for students 0:57

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The Penn Museum is launching its new Global Learning Lab for students. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard explains.By Audacy

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Musical in Malvern tells immigration story as a twist on ‘Wizard of Oz’ 1:18

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A new musical in Malvern tells a true immigration story through a familiar tale: "The Wizard of Oz." KYW Newsradio’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka has more on “Somewhere Over the Border” at People’s Light Theatre. (Photo credit: Mark Garvin)By Audacy

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First Fridays in Chestnut Hill offer a feast for the senses 1:16

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Chestnut Hill is underway with its monthly First Friday events this summer. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard reports it’s a community-focused event surrounding local art, shops and cuisine.By Audacy

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Center City happy hour presents networking opportunity for women in tech 1:13

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A networking event for women in technology will be taking place in Center City this coming Thursday, July 25. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt reports the happy hour is an opportunity for participants to make friends and business connections. (Illustration by Getty Images)By Audacy

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A Harris-Shapiro ticket? Speculation swirls around Pa.’s governor after Biden drops presidential bid 1:48

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Many local Democrats are backing Joe Biden’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nominee for the White House — and pushing for Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to be her running mate. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports on the speculation. (Photo by Ryan Collerd/AFP via Getty Images)…

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Pennsylvania Democratic Party expected to unify around Kamala Harris as new presidential nominee 1:13

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It was a chaotic day for Pennsylvania Democrats as President Joe Biden announced he would not seek reelection. Pennsylvania Democratic Party chair state Sen. Sharif Street expects the party to unify around Biden’s chosen successor, Vice President Kamala Harris. KYW Newsradio’s Nigel Thompson reports. (Photo by Chris duMond/Getty Images)…

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Babydog, the West Virginia governor's bulldog who stole the show at the RNC, now has her own bobblehead 0:46

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She stole the show at the Republican National Convention, and now West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Joe Biden dropped his bid for a second presidential term. Here's what Philadelphians had to say 2:02

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Many Philadelphians say they saw it coming when the news broke that President Joe Biden was dropping out of the race for president. KYW Newradio’s Matt Coughlin was in Center City as people learned Biden is backing Vice President Kamala Harris. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Weight loss isn’t the only benefit of drugs like Ozempic, study says 0:58

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Semaglutide is part of a group of drugs called GLP-1. It was originally developed to help people with diabetes control their blood sugar, but a new study details an additional benefit. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Biden's political career will come to an end when his presidential term expires. Larry Kane looks back at his decades in office 1:23

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President Joe Biden announced that he will not be running for reelection, meaning his more than 50 years in U.S. politics will come to an end when his current term expires early next year. Very few know that career as intimately as KYW Newsradio's Larry Kane, who has tracked Biden’s ascent from the very beginning. KYW’s Nigel Thompson spoke to him …

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What to know about the stock market after Biden drops presidential campaign 3:09

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It is the first morning that Wall Street will open up for trading since President Joe Biden bowed out of the race for the White House. Is this the kind of news that moves markets? CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger reports. (Photo by Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu via Getty Images)By Audacy

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Democratic fundraising platform raises $46.7M hours after Biden drops bid, endorses Harris 0:30

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Kamala Harris is getting a big boost in donations. ActBlue, the small-dollar donor fundraising platform the Biden-Harris campaign uses, announced Sunday night that it raised over $46.7 million in the first seven hours since the president dropped out of the race and endorsed Harris. ActBlue says Sunday was the biggest fundraising day of the 2024 cyc…

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Do student discounts still exist in a world of rising travel costs? 0:49

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In a world of inflation and rising travel prices, do student discounts still exist? CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more. (Illustration by Getty Images)By Audacy

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Commentary: 2024 GOP convention was a good show with a few strategic mistakes 1:52

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This past week KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert was embedded with GOP delegates in Milwaukee and provided nightly analysis. Now, KYW Special Contributor Larry Kane gives his commentary on the 2024 Republican National Convention. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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A look at the mounting pressure leading up to Biden's reelection decision 4:29

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KYW spoke with Christopher P. Borick, a professor of Political Science at Muhlenberg College, about President Joe Biden's decision to step down, and the historical overtones surrounding it. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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'A remarkably selfless and patriotic decision,' said Congressman Boyle of Biden's announcement 4:43

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KYW spoke with Congressman Brendan Boyle, one of President Joe Biden's biggest supporters and earliest endorsers in 2019. (Photo credit: Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)By Audacy

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'He put the country first': Bob Brady speaks on Biden's decision to drop out of 2024 race 2:57

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Bob Brady, chair of Philadelphia's Democratic Party, spoke with KYW about President Biden's decision to step aside from the 2024 presidential race. (Photo credit: NurPhoto/Getty Images Contributor)By Audacy

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What's next for the Democratic party as Biden steps aside from 2024 race? 8:06

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After weeks of speculation and pressure from fellow Democrats, President Joe Biden has stepped down ahead of the 2024 presidential race. KYW Newsradio's Phil Casey spoke to Dr. Ben Berger, a local political science professor at Swarthmore College, about the historical significance of this move. They also discuss what comes next for the Democratic p…

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President Biden 'stands down' from reelection bid against Donald Trump 1:04

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President Joe Biden ended his 2024 bid Sunday after a disastrous debate inflamed doubts he’s fit for four more years on the job. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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3 injured, including 19-year-old in Ogontz shooting 0:22

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Three women are recovering after being shot early Saturday morning in North Philadelphia. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Woman who shot 7-month-old in Holmesburg arrested 1:07

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Police have identified and arrested the suspect in Thursday's shooting of a 7-month-old in Northeast Philadelphia. KYW’s Sunny Morgan tells us more. (Photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)By Audacy

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1-year-old killed, 2 women injured while crossing street in North Philly 0:23

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A car fatally struck a one-year-old and injured two women as they crossed a street in North Philadelphia Saturday. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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3 dead, 6 injured in West Philly mass shooting 1:14

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Three people are dead and six are injured after a mass shooting at a party in West Philadelphia early Sunday. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo has the details. (Photo credit: Justin Udo/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Saint Joe's pitcher is 1 of 4 Hawks players drafted by the Phillies 1:09

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Wilmington native Luke Gabrysh, who played college baseball at Saint Joseph's University, was drafted this week by the Phillies. KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon has more. (Photo Credit: Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Kensington's Jake Heller awarded top cheese maker in the country 1:12

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A Kensington cheesemaker is getting national recognition for his skills at producing and selling cheese. We’ve paired this story with KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon. (Photo Credit: Jake Heller)By Audacy

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Listeria outbreak linked to sliced cold cuts kills New Jersey resident 1:17

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Health officials are warning of a deadly outbreak of Listeria linked to deli meat. The CDC says one person in New Jersey and another in Illinois have died. Nearly 30 others have been hospitalized, but that number could be larger as we hear from KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)…

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Airport travelers grapple with delays, cancellations into the night and throughout the weekend 1:16

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The global outage affected some 9-1-1 systems and hospitals in the area. Many 9-1-1 operators in Bucks and Monmouth Counties had to work by hand for hours. 911 remains operational and you’re encouraged to call if you need help. And there are major problems for the airlines and a mess for a lot of travelers at Philly International. KYW’s Sunny Morga…

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Instant Reaction: Jim Melwert recaps trip to Republican National Convention 26:35

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Want an all-access recap of the Republican National Convention? KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert spent four days covering the GOP in Milwaukee, and right after landing in Philadelphia, joined Brian Seltzer in studio for a recap podcast. From the scuttlebutt that came out of daily delegate breakfasts to insights gained from conversati…

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The Week in Philly: That time the Tooth Fairy swam with sharks in Camden 4:54

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First there was Shark Week. Then came Shark Month. This time of year, it’s impossible to escape the annual blitz of content and activities starring these fascinating sea creatures. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt checked out the launch of ‘Shark Summer’ at Adventure Aquarium in Camden, where even the Tooth Fairy was getting involved in the festivitie…

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The Week in Philly: Malvern students impersonated teachers on TikTok 6:52

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Since February, more and more information has been coming out about a group of students at Great Valley schools in Malvern who created fake TikTok accounts impersonating several teachers and posting lewd, AI-generated pictures of them. At a school board meeting this week, the community expressed anger at the school board for keeping this under wrap…

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