Is it unconstitutional to criminalize people experiencing homelessness who sleep outdoors like in encampments when there is no room at shelters? KYW's John McDevitt tells us the Supreme Court will make a decision on the case by the end of June. 





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Is it unconstitutional to criminalize people experiencing homelessness who sleep outdoors like in encampments when there is no room at shelters? KYW's John McDevitt tells us the Supreme Court will make a decision on the case by the end of June. 
 
 
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Can cities punish people for sleeping outside when shelters are out of room? Supreme Court weighs in.

Nearly 100 billion pounds of food is wasted in the U.S. every year. KYW’s Justin Udo spoke to Pennsylvania Resources Council Executive Director Darren Spielman about how their nonprofit works to educate people on how to prevent waste and conserve the environment. 



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Nearly 100 billion pounds of food is wasted in the U.S. every year. KYW’s Justin Udo spoke to Pennsylvania Resources Council Executive Director Darren Spielman about how their nonprofit works to educate people on how to prevent waste and conserve the environment. 
 
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Delco nonprofit dedicated to making Pa. a no waste state

More than 100 students, parents and teachers gathered at the School District of Philadelphia’s headquarters Friday to celebrate its 68th Young Artists Exhibition. KYW’s Nigel Thompson was at the opening ceremony.



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More than 100 students, parents and teachers gathered at the School District of Philadelphia’s headquarters Friday to celebrate its 68th Young Artists Exhibition. KYW’s Nigel Thompson was at the opening ceremony.
 
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School District of Philadelphia celebrates 68th Young Artists Exhibition

Two juveniles were shot late Friday afternoon in Collingdale — one, fatally. What led to the shooting is not yet known but an investigation is underway. 





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Two juveniles were shot late Friday afternoon in Collingdale — one, fatally. What led to the shooting is not yet known but an investigation is underway. 
 
 
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Can cities punish people for sleeping outside when shelters are out of room? Supreme Court weighs in.

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