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Hefty security measures and road closures are in effect ahead of the Harris-Trump presidential debate in Philly. Here's what to know ↓ via Nick Kariuki + Billy Penn bit.ly/4d2M7JQ
In August, Comcast Spectacor floated an alternative to the Sixers arena proposal as a way to revitalize Market Street East. Here's what we know about what's next for Philly's Fashion District ↓ via Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza bit.ly/3Tnd1VY
A pilot program would give police officers in Delco the discretion to refer people with behavior issues to a case manager. The county is looking for the right provider. via Kenny Cooper bit.ly/4dWmhIK
Steven A. Fischer has resigned as executive director of the Chester Housing Authority. His departure ends a nearly 20-year tenure as the city of Chester’s top housing official. via Kenny Cooper bit.ly/3Xk7Yqp
A winter season of flu, RSV and more COVID is coming. Philly-area health experts say it’s time to get vaccinated. via Nicole Leonard bit.ly/3XBSWxJ
The race to be the city of Wilmington’s next mayor comes down to Tuesday’s primary election day. Here’s what to expect. via Sarah K Mueller bit.ly/4cY9i88
Officials and dignitaries celebrated a milestone Monday morning by grabbing a Sharpie to sign the final beam that will be put in place to finish the frame of New Jersey’s first veterinary school. via P. Kenneth Burns bit.ly/4ggQi7Q
District Attorney Larry Krasner vowed Monday to prosecute anyone who attempts to impede the election process in any way. He said he’s done it before. via Tom MacDonald--WHYY bit.ly/4eh8agO
Pa. is allocating money to school districts across the state to address the hazards of lead and asbestos in school buildings. Philadelphia, where damaged asbestos has repeatedly shuttered schools, received the maximum grant amount. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3XmArM6