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Many Latino residents of Hazleton support President Donald Trump, but they are concerned about his immigration policies. In our main read, hear why the immigrant community in this majority-Latino Pennsylvania city is not ready to reject him.
Farther down, get the latest on SEPTA’s fare increases and restored bus routes.
— Paola Pérez (morningnewsletter@inquirer.com)
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Seven months into Trump’s administration, Latinos in Hazleton who voted for the president are wrestling with their choice in the face of an aggressive crackdown on immigration.
They overwhelmingly object to the deportation or arrests of hardworking, noncriminal, undocumented immigrants, but many still largely back the president.
What polls say: Trump won every ward last year in Hazleton, a city that is 63% Hispanic. National polls now show eroding Latino support for Trump and the Republican Party.
Growing frustration: People’s misgivings about Trump’s immigration policies have been building. Even fervent supporters admit they are grappling with headlines about ICE deporting noncriminals and separating families.
At odds: Many are wary of speaking against the party in power, but some say they made a mistake, while others try to be optimistic and believe that Trump only wants to target criminals.
Dive into the town’s anti-immigrant history and hear more from residents in Julia Terruso and Ximena Conde’s story.
Twelve days after implementing massive cuts to service across the Philadelphia region, SEPTA is making plans to restore buses, trolleys, and trains to normal schedules soon.
🚌 When will service restart? The transit system expects full service to return Sept. 14.
🚏 When will fares increase? A 21.5% fare increase will happen on the same day.
🚃 Why can’t service be restored immediately? SEPTA is the nation’s sixth-largest public transportation system. Officials say orchestrating such a large system is extremely complicated.
Here’s everything The Inquirer knows to help you navigate your commute.
What you should know today
Bicyclists participated in the Bike Ride for a Safe Germantown Saturday to bring attention to cyclists’ safety, and the need for areas outside of Center City to obtain better planning and protection.
The Woodmere Art Museum is getting its federal grant money after all. Woodmere had filed a lawsuit against President Trump over revoked funds.
Crozer Health’s shuttered Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park will be sold to a group of local healthcare executives for $1 million. They plan to refill the empty property with medical services.
New Jersey’s public school students returned last week for a new school year. More districts have cell phone bans, and Cherry Hill reconfigured its middle schools. Here’s a look at what’s new.
A viral moment between Phillies fans over a home run ball in the stands is drumming up debate over the unwritten rules of baseball.
A top Senate Democrat put a hold on the confirmation of several U.S. attorneys this week, including David Metcalf, the chief federal prosecutor for the Philadelphia region.
Pennsylvania’s state budget impasse has forced small nonprofit programs like rape crisis centers to cut services and staff, according to a new Spotlight PA report.
The EU banned a key ingredient used in some gel polishes, which sparked a wave of speculation and concern globally. Here’s what it means for manicures in Philly.
If Taylor Swift’s old mine cut-style engagement ring made you want one just like it, you’re in luck: Philly jewelers are your best bet.
A proposed CHOP garage triggers a protest in Grays Ferry.
❓Pop quiz
The U.S. men’s soccer team will play a match at Subaru Park in November.
When was the last time the team played in the Philadelphia area?
A) 2012
B) 2005
C) 2020
D) 2019
Think you know? Check your answer.
🧩 Unscramble the anagram
Hint: From Penn State star to Eagles running back
BALONEY QUARKS
Email us if you know the answer. We’ll select a reader at random to shout out here.
Cheers to Wren Ingram who correctly guessed Saturday’s answer: Danny Garcia. The Philly boxing great is preparing to retire after an October fight in Brooklyn.
Photo of the day
🎶 Today’s track goes like this: “’Cause you have the moon / And I, the endless sky.”
One more musical thing: Rilo Kiley brought joy to millennial fans at the Met over the weekend, their first show in Philly in 17 years. Pop critic Dan DeLuca witnessed the band’s performance.
👋🏽 That’s it for now. Thanks for spending part of your morning with The Inquirer.