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Infant Deaths Dobbs

Infant death rates were higher than expected after U.S. Supreme Court's abortion ruling, study shows

Recalling the 'Rosa Parks of Girard College' and the vital role she played in desegregating the school

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N.J. enacts new concealed-carry law, implementing some of the strictest gun rules in U.S.

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'Abortion absolutely is healthcare': U.S. House panel told as GOP pursues nationwide ban

Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, putting states in charge of deciding abortion rights

Bill Cosby sexual assault conviction won't be reinstated; U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear case

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With Fulton v. Philadelphia, U.S. Supreme Court is poised to decide a new LGBT rights issue

Supreme Court permits Pennsylvania to count mail-in ballots received up to three days after Election Day

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U.S. Supreme Court asks Gov. Wolf to respond to court case arguing against Pennsylvania coronavirus shutdowns

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U.S. Supreme Court will hear Archdiocese of Philadelphia's appeal in foster care case against city

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg to receive honor in Philadelphia

Ruth Bader Ginsburg to receive honor in Philadelphia

U.S. Supreme Court won't hear appeal to overturn Boyertown transgender bathroom policy

Supreme Court denies Boyertown case

Are you suddenly interested in the Supreme Court? You're not alone

Sexual Harassment

Only 1 in 4 women who have been sexually harassed tell their employers. Here's why they're afraid

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Why the Supreme Court's 'gay wedding cake' ruling won't resolve religious freedom issues

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Market for illegal sports betting in U.S.? Not even close to $150 billion

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Husband of South Jersey's Kellyanne Conway possible pick as top lawyer

Protesters arrested in rally against high court's immigration ruling

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Here's how Philly will handle cases for juveniles sentenced to life without parole

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Supreme Court's ruling on juveniles' life sentences could impact hundreds of Pa. cases

Sleep Apnea Alzheimer's

Sleep apnea may be linked to brain changes that cause Alzheimer's disease

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Choosing safe toys: Tips for parents and caregivers

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Abington teen starts 'little library' to help children of people experiencing homelessness and...

Teen Drug Use

Fewer teens are using alcohol, cigarettes and marijuana than before the pandemic

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The role of friends and peers in preventing impaired driving

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Increasing steps per day, even by a modest amount, could reduce risk of developing depression

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