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Shruthi Narayanan is a rising junior at Duke University studying public policy and computer science with a minor in journalism and media studies. She writes an opinion column for The Duke Chronicle, covering local news, politics, culture, and current events. Coming from Minnesota, Shruthi is excited to be in Philadelphia this summer and learn more about the city as a newsroom intern.

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The 'Angel of the Desert,' Stacy Garrity, potentially eyes the Governor's mansion

How Stacy Garrity became Pennsylvania's most formidable GOP Challenger to Josh Shapiro — And why labor unions are panicking

Philadelphia health department warns of West Nile virus after detection in mosquitoes in Northeast Philly

Philadelphia health officials are warning residents to take precautions against mosquito bites after detecting West Nile virus in mosquitoes near …

Persistent rainfall and flooding disrupt Philadelphia region: A summer of unrelenting storms

Frequent storms and flooding across the Philadelphia region are disrupting infrastructure, utilities, and daily life, with more rain expected this …

Three dead, nine injured in Grays Ferry mass shooting

A deadly mass shooting during a Grays Ferry block party early Monday morning left three young men dead and nine …

More than 9,000 city workers are on strike

AFSCME District Council 33, representing 9,000 Philadelphia city employees, rejected Mayor Cherelle Parker's wage proposal Monday night as negotiations reached …

Philadelphia parking costs rise: balancing congestion relief with accessibility concerns

Philadelphia parking rates are jumping by up to 67% in the first increase in over a decade, potentially driving more …

Philadelphia approves $344M for substance abuse programs in 'One Philly 2.0' budget

Philadelphia allocates $344 million in Mayor Parker's new budget to expand wellness programs combating substance abuse and homelessness.

Philadelphia weighs in on tenuous situation between the U.S. and Iran

Philadelphia residents express mixed reactions of fear, support, and disapproval as US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites raise concerns about …

Philadelphia's educational crossroads: Budget increases amid charter school debates

As Philadelphia boosts education funding, critical questions remain about whether the city's schools can overcome deep systemic challenges.

Overnight highway work set to disrupt Philadelphia commutes for weeks

Major I-76 construction begins Monday, bringing weeks of traffic delays.

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