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The father of slain Temple University student Jenna Burleigh testified in the murder trial of Joshua Hupperterz Wednesday. Jurors saw a video image of Ed Burleigh’s final hug with his daughter.  

Four Americans were killed in a suicide attack in Syria on Wednesday, a sign that the threat of the Islamic State there remains as the Trump administration begins to withdraw.

Following backlash and lawsuits, the Tamaqua School District in Schuylkill County has suspended a controversial policy that would have made it the first district in the state with armed teachers. 

John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard who revolutionized the way Americans save for the future and rallied against the greed of Wall Street, died of cancer Wednesday at his home in Bryn Mawr. He was 89.

Prescription drugs are notoriously more expensive in the U.S. than in countries like Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. But Americans often pay top-dollar for brand-name meds for which a generic exists — just not here. 

The historic Harbison’s dairy plant in Kensington will soon be converted into apartments and offices. But don’t worry, that iconic milk-bottle-shaped water tower isn’t going anywhere.

Tonight the Sixers begin a tough 12-game stretch with a contest against the Indiana Pacers. Can they hold it together through mid-February? Coach Brett Brown thinks so. 

This year’s Philadelphia Flower Show includes an exciting new twist: the Interflora World Cup, a Chopped-style competition that pits floral designers against each other. 

Sorry, This Is Us fans — not only does the show seemingly not understand geography but it doesn’t get Philly at all and its latest episode proves it, TV critic Ellen Gray writes.

Another round of local restaurants and eateries were closed by health inspectors in early January, including an East Passyunk favorite and a Center City hotel. 

Still hungry after reading that? Well, you’re in luck. Restaurant critic Craig LaBan knows where to find the best BBQ in the city. 

It’s no secret the Eagles had an injury-filled season. Just before it began, the team ushered in a new medical staff and it’s raising questions about how the Birds treat their injured.

College students have voiced a common refrain over the past decade: they need more mental health services. But a new study suggests waiting longer for care might actually have benefits. 

Say what you want about Camel Prom Mom, who just pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges, but she brought a lot of joy to her North Philly neighborhood, writes columnist Jenice Armstrong. 

Last week, the drag-racing off-duty Philly cop who mowed down Danny Dimitri in 2017 apologized to Dimitri’s family, but the apology was two years too late, writes columnist Ronnie Polaneczky.

You’re going to want to read PlanPhilly’s investigation of how the Philadelphia Parking Authority issues millions in fines over street sweeping violations, even though the city only sweeps 25 percent of the time. Yikes.

For all of Philadelphia’s colonial history, the stories of colonial women of color are rarely told. Luckily, Grid has delved into some of their stories and found places where you can learn more.

Whether you’re “Inbox Zero” or more “Inbox Infinity,” you may find solace in the email management tips Technical.ly Philly snagged from Philadelphia’s tech leaders.

If you’ve already given up on your new year’s resolution, you’re certainly not the first. The Cut’s “Museum of Failed Self-Improvements" will give you a chuckle and commiseration today.

Is it possible? A personality quiz backed by science? FiveThirtyEight says so — and either way, it’s still fun.