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Here's the flyer, via Nicetown Community Development Corporation:

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Looking for something to do next weekend? Check out this free, family-friendly festival in Nicetown hosted by @kendraphlcouncil.bsky.social in memory of a local artist:

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During the 2008 recession, many Americans leaned on cheap dollar store groceries to feed their families.

But in recent years, prices have risen, @denisethewriter.bsky.social says:

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Republicans blamed the Biden administration for higher grocery prices. Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social wants to know who they're pointing the finger at now:

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Inflation isn't the only major factor raising prices on eggs, meat, and other groceries, consumer reporter Lance Haver says. Here's another he says to consider:

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More Philly shoppers are heading to this big-box mainstay in hopes of saving on groceries:

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Grocery prices are going up around Philly. Here's how immigration crackdowns are playing a role:

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How will Mayor Cherelle Parker's HOME Initiative encourage more real estate development?

Host @lmcglynn.bsky.social explains the finances:

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How will Mayor Parker's One Philly Mortgage Program help Philadelphians with poor credit? Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social wants to know:

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A lot of people are struggling to afford groceries right now. Here's what host @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:

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Housing preservation is a major part of Mayor Parker's HOME Initiative. But, questions about how the process will actually work still remain:

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Here's the most expensive part of Mayor Cherelle Parker's HOME initiative:

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Corporations' interests play a major role in whether or not journalists, comedians, and other speakers are protected from First Amendment violations.

Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:

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Does the First Amendment protect hate speech? Temple University law professor Laure E. Little explains:

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Why do media corporations settle with the Trump administration instead of defending their right to free speech?

Here's what First Amendment expert Laura E. Little thinks:

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Jimmy Kimmel got his job back, but Karen Attiah of the Washington Post didn't.

Here's what one First Amendment expert says it came down to:

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If you own a business in Philly, this legislative update could impact you:
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Landau Passes Fair Chance Bill; Lozada Updates Curfew Bill – Philadelphia Hall Monitor

Before City Council’s regular Thursday meeting, Councilmember Rue Landau held a press conference highlighting her proposed updates to the city’s Fair Chance Hiring laws. The original legislation, pass...

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Our understanding of freedom of speech is being challenged. Reporter @newsjawn.bsky.social explains:

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Some viewers have long taken issue with Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show. But, when this government agency got involved, it sent warning signs to broadcasters across the nation:

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This new wave of institutional suppression of free speech didn't start with Jimmy Kimmel, @newsjawn.bsky.social says. Here's how she sees it:

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Philly officials are questioning if City Council's efforts in Kensington are working. Here's host @denisethewriter.bsky.social's take:

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Philly's food truck owners testified about the damage a business curfew would do to their livelihoods.

Here's what happened hours later:

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This hidden form of homelessness is a growing trend in Philly. Councilmember Katherine Gilmore-Richardson says she wants to address it this fall:

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Here's what food truck owners say happened when Councilmember Quetcy Lozada's business curfew went into effect: