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Olivia Prusky is a rising junior at Duke University studying Journalism and Political Science. She has written for The Chronicle, Duke’s primary newspaper, covering campus arts and broader pop culture news. She has also contributed to the 9th Street Journal, reporting on local politics in Durham, North Carolina. A Plymouth Meeting native, Olivia is excited to report on the Philadelphia area this summer as a staff writer.

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Is Pennsylvania ready to power the next industrial revolution with AI?

Senator Dave McCormick and President Donald Trump showcased more than $90 billion of private investments to advance AI infrastructure and …

As two join the Eagles, St. Joe’s Prep highlights pandemic-era Class of 2021

The Philly school behind two new Eagles teammates launches a campaign celebrating all its 2021 grads — not just the …

The first of SEPTA’s service cuts are set to occur in 20 days

As state funding stalls in budget negotiations, more than a month overdue, SEPTA plans to proceed with its 20% service …

Closed primaries called ‘the voting rights issue of our time’ in landmark PA lawsuit

A group of independent voters is challenging Pennsylvania’s closed primary system in a state Supreme Court lawsuit, arguing it violates …

Pennsylvania’s fastest-growing political group can’t vote in primaries

Independents now total more than 1.4 million voters, a steadily increasing number as registered Democrats and Republicans decline.

Extreme heat expected at the end of this week: Here’s what to know

Philadelphia temperatures are forecasted to exceed 90 degrees Thursday through Saturday.

PA gambling revenue hits $6.4 billion, with state taking a third

A record level of tax revenue generated from Pennsylvania's gambling industry will fund property tax relief and other public programs, …

PA lawmakers propose eliminating school property taxes — without another funding plan

A proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit school property taxes draws support for tax relief and criticism over its risks to …

Philadelphia schools streamline student services, name new associate superintendent

The School District of Philadelphia is reorganizing its student support services to cut costs and boost innovation, appointing Dr. Brenda …

Photos released of suspects from Grays Ferry mass shooting

A $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of the gunmen from the 4th of …

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