Joel Mathis

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Pa. State Police Sued Over Fitness Test

Federal lawsuit says physical standards discriminate against women.

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Politicians Keep Pandering to Penn State

Mathis: No humility, only arrogance, for the Jerry Sandusky era.

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Is Corbett Gaining on Wolf?

Or was a new poll done poorly?

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SEPTA’s Police Chief Talks Body Cameras, Cheese Sandwiches

One of Philly’s most Twitter-active cops wants to promote civil liberties — and have fun doing so.

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GAO: Fracking Could Threaten Clean Drinking Water

Agency faults EPA for inconsistent inspections, guidance.

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Temple to Make SAT Scores Optional for Admission

Designed to attract students who find test-taking tough.

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Congressmen Press NCAA to Drop Penn State Sanctions

Say punishment “directly contradicts your organization’s supposed goal of promoting education.”

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William Penn Foundation’s New Leader Quits

Peter Degnan had been on the job just six months.

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Neighbors Love Pop-Up Beer Gardens

PlanPhilly dives into the debate.

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Christie to Decide on Smoking Ban for Jersey Beaches

Towns could still set aside 15 percent for smoking.

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Merck Will Lay Off 600 Workers in Montgomery County

On top of 650 let go last year.

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Pa. Republican Introduces Federal Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana

Wants oil from marijuana to treat seizures in children.

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“Hundreds” of U-Delaware Women Recorded in Bathrooms

Former graduate student charged in the matter.

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UPDATE: Carjack Suspect “Atoning” for Fatalities

Three children were killed in Friday incident.

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Stephen A. Smith Apologizes for Domestic Violence Comments

Former Inky columnist stirred outrage for domestic violence comments.