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[in center]: Taylor Kowalski, from Ridley Park, marching alongside others.
The Justice for Fanta Bility silent march in Sharon Hill, PA on 10/17/21. Fanta Bility was an eight year old girl who was shot and killed outside of a football game at Academy Park High School on August 27, 2021. The march had been organized and  led by the UDTJ and Delco Resists as a way to honor Fanta’s life as well as call for police accountability. 
[DANIELLA HEMINGHAUS]
Community

Photo essay: Silent marchers demand justice for Fanta Bility, 8-year-old killed by police in Delco

Community members took part in a silent march in Delco Sunday afternoon, calling for justice for Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl fatally shot by Sharon Hill police.

5 years ago

According to police, several males were arguing inside the Park City Center mall when multiple shots were fired. (6abc)
Community
6abc

Police: Fight led to shooting inside Park City Center mall in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

According to Lancaster City police, several males were arguing inside the mall when multiple shots were fired.

5 years ago

A transit security officer works on the platform of the Girard stop
Community

SEPTA contract talks to move to hotel as strike authorization vote looms

Negotiations between SEPTA management and its largest labor union are coming down to the wire –– and sources at the union say they’ve hit a wall.

5 years ago

Philadelphia school board member Lisa Salley, right, works with district volunteers in front of Overbrook Elementary School on Thursday to get input from parents in the search for a new superintendent. Standing from left, Kristyn Aldrich, Walter Dixon, Marcia Hall and Deanna Scott. (Johann Calhoun / Chalkbeat)
Education
Chalkbeat Philadelphia

What’s next in search to find Philly’s new schools superintendent

The search to replace Hite started this week with 17 in-person and virtual listening sessions planned, along with a survey, to seek the public’s input.

5 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons plays during an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers, Monday, March 1, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Ben Simmons back at practice with Sixers teammates

The saga with Simmons started after the Sixers playoff run and series loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

5 years ago

In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo, smoke fills the walkway outside the Senate Chamber as supporters of President Donald Trump, including Eric Bochene, far right, are confronted by U.S. Capitol Police officers inside the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
Courts & Law

Risky business: Some Capitol riot defendants forgo lawyers

At least five people charged in the riot at the U.S. Capitol have chosen to defend themselves in court.

5 years ago

John's Roast Pork
Community
6abc

John’s Roast Pork wins best cheesesteak competition

The people of Philadelphia have voted and the winner is: John's Roast Pork in South Philadelphia.

5 years ago

Close up hands of caregiver doctor helping old woman at clinic.
Health

Getting out and moving helps reduce the risk of falls in older people, study shows

Little steps every day can make a positive difference: Decreased physical activity was linked to more falls, a survey of 2,000 people ages 50 to 80 found.

5 years ago

A Philadelphia police officer rushes to help a stranded motorist during Tropical Storm Isaias
Weather

Eastwick residents could become Philly’s first climate migrants. A new plan sees them moving to city-owned higher ground

Under the proposal, a land swap, residents would get to stay in Eastwick. It avoids the limitations and red tape of federal programs, supporters say.

5 years ago

President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony, honoring fallen law enforcement officers at the 40th annual National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021
Politics & Policy

Biden: ‘Democracy survived’ Capitol riot because of police

The president spoke at the 40th Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service to remember the 491 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in 2019 and 2020.

5 years ago

An empty SEPTA train car.
Courts & Law

Woman raped on SEPTA train as bystanders did nothing, police say

Authorities in Philadelphia say a woman was raped by a stranger on a commuter train in the presence of other riders. A 35-year-old man was arrested and has been charged.

5 years ago

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, right, and Leader of the Labour Party Keir Starmer carry flowers as they arrive at the scene where a member of Parliament was stabbed Friday, in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, England, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021
Politics & Policy

‘He was Southend’: Tributes paid to slain British lawmaker

Leaders from across Britain's political spectrum have come together to pay tribute to David Amess who was stabbed to death in what police have described as a terrorist attack.

5 years ago

Located on the banks of the Brandywine River, Hagley Museum and Library suffered millions of dollars in damage as the remnants of Hurricane Ida dumped heavy rains on the region. (photo courtesy Hagley Museum and Library)
Community

Hagley Museum funds Ida’s flood damage repairs with sales of historic cider

The birthplace of E.I. DuPont in Wilmington saw serious flood damage from Ida. Now, a cider brewed from a historic orchard at the site will help fund repairs.

5 years ago

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying the LUCY spacecraft lifts off from Launch Complex 41 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Cape Canaveral, Fla
Science

NASA’s asteroid hunter Lucy soars into sky with diamonds

A NASA spacecraft named Lucy has rocketed into the sky with diamonds on a 12-year quest to explore a record-setting eight asteroids.

5 years ago

Pennypack Creek at the point where it meets the Delaware River. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

Boosting Northeast Philly’s green canopy by planting trees and giving them away

Riverfront North Partnership and Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership team up to plant 200 trees along Pennypack Creek, give 150 more away.

5 years ago

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