Wakisha Bailey
Reporter at KYW-TV (Philadelphia, PA)
Morning Reporter (430,5,6) telling stories from Philly, NJ & Delaware. You talk. I listen. I share. I inspire.
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channel3000.com | Wakisha Bailey
Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) -- Newly arrived Afghan families are feeling the impact of federal refugee cuts. With those resources gone, many are turning to the kindness of neighbors. Reza Hasani and his family arrived in the United States four months ago. Getting a driver's license was a big win. "As soon as I arrived in the United States, I passed my driving course," Hasani said. In 2023, Hasani left behind his career empowering women in Afghanistan.
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cbsnews.com | Wakisha Bailey
After fighting for women's rights in Afghanistan, Pennsylvania welcomes Delco father as a refugee Newly arrived Afghan families are feeling the impact of federal refugee cuts. With those resources gone, many are turning to the kindness of neighbors. Reza Hasani and his family arrived in the United States four months ago. Getting a driver's license was a big win. "As soon as I arrived in the United States, I passed my driving course," Hasani said.
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ktvz.com | Wakisha Bailey
By Wakisha BaileyClick here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — After a stray bullet left Amanda Parezo paralyzed four years ago, daily tasks became obstacles—including just leaving her home in the Old City neighborhood in Philadelphia. Now she has turned personal tragedy into a mission to make Old City more accessible. But cobblestone streets are another story. She still goes out—navigating uneven sidewalks, closed storefronts, and inaccessible shops. “Look at these cute boutiques.
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1 week ago |
cbsnews.com | Wakisha Bailey
After a stray bullet left Amanda Parezo paralyzed four years ago, daily tasks became obstacles—including just leaving her home in the Old City neighborhood in Philadelphia. Now she has turned personal tragedy into a mission to make Old City more accessible. But cobblestone streets are another story. She still goes out—navigating uneven sidewalks, closed storefronts, and inaccessible shops. "Look at these cute boutiques. I'd love to go in, but i can't." Amanda said.
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ktvz.com | Wakisha Bailey
By Wakisha BaileyClick here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (KYW) — Artist Nina Hurwitz is in her happy place at Braid Mill Studio in Philadelphia’s Germantown neighborhood, where she transforms squiggly lines into stunning artwork. In her studio, Hurwitz uses markers to create a drawing of her son Manny. In his eyes, she places a little heart. The heart is a symbol she uses in most of her vibrant pieces. “I love to hide it and tuck it,” Hurwitz said.
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