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Jodie Harris has been named the new president of the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation. She will start her new role on June 1.
Urban Planning
The Philadelphia Tribune

Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation names Jodie Harris president

She will be the 12th president and first African-American woman to serve in the role in the organization’s 65-year history.

3 years ago

Germany's foreign minister Annalena Baerbock address the United Nations General Assembly before a vote for a U.N. resolution upholding Ukraine's territorial integrity and calling for a cessation of hostilities after Russia's invasion, Thursday Feb. 23, 2023 at U.N. headquarters
Politics & Policy

UN approves resolution calling for Russia to leave Ukraine

Diplomats from Ukraine’s allies sought to win over more nations that have been ambivalent toward the war, including China.

3 years ago

An up-close photo of Darrell Clarke speaking into a microphone in City Council chambers.
Politics & Policy

Philly City Council President Clarke opts not to run for re-election

Clarke has been head of council for more than a decade. He plans to stay active until his replacement is inaugurated.

3 years ago

Tatiana Poladko and Atnre Alleyne pose with their family
Community

‘Desperation and uncertainty’ for Delaware family one year after fleeing Ukraine

The family settled in Poland with their three young children after the invasion. They remain hopeful, but know the fate of Poladko’s homeland remains uncertain.

3 years ago

Philly AIDS Thrift store, known for its whimsical decor style, was voted best thrift store in Pennsylvania by Apartment Therapy in 2022. (Peter Crimmins/WHYY)
Community

Philly AIDS Thrift makes biggest donation since its founding in 2005

Since opening in 2005, the quirky thrift store near South Street has given away its proceeds to AIDS-related causes. This year was its biggest ever.

3 years ago

R. Kelly, center, leaves the Daley Center after a hearing in his child support case May 8, 2019, in Chicago
Courts & Law

R. Kelly avoids lengthy add-on to 30-year prison sentence

A federal judge has handed singer R. Kelly a 20-year prison sentence for his Chicago convictions of child pornography and the enticement of minors for sex.

3 years ago

Police investigate after a shooting at a supermarket on Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Buffalo, N.Y.  (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Community

U.S. mass killings linked to extremism spiked over last decade

The number of U.S. mass killings linked to extremism over the past decade was at least three times higher than the total from any other 10-year period since the 1970s.

3 years ago

misoprostol
Health

What will happen if medication abortion challenge succeeds?

Medication abortions in the United States usually involve two different drugs. In the latest effort to limit abortion access, opponents are seeking to ban one of those.

3 years ago

A headshot of Dylan Lyons
Community

TV journalist from Philly among those killed in Orlando shooting

Worldwide 40 journalists were reported killed last year, plus another two this year before Wednesday, per the Committee to Protect Journalists. Only one was from the U.S.

3 years ago

A Ukrainian soldier helps a wounded comrade on the road in reclaimed territory in the Kharkiv region
Politics & Policy

In Russia-Ukraine war, more disastrous path could lie ahead

Experts warn that Europe’s largest conflict since World War II could drag on for years, and some fear it could lead to a direct confrontation between Russia and NATO.

3 years ago

Dancers leap in the air against a colorful backdrop.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Alvin Ailey, Philly Home + Garden Show, Bierfest, and the Harlem Globetrotters in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb. 23 - Feb. 26: The Brit Pack in Del., Bierfest in Philly, and “Unfinished Women” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

3 years ago

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An ice skater and performer clutches the side of the ice skating rink on a sunny day.
PlanPhilly
Arts & Entertainment

This Philly drag show tackles climate change — on ice

Performers hope audiences leave the show feeling “energized and curious” about climate solutions.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw speaks with members of the media during a news conference in Philadelphia, Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Outlaw announced she plans to suspend and fire the plainclothes officer who fired the fatal shot that killed a fleeing 12-year-old Thomas Siderio Jr. last week
Courts & Law

Philly Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw defends her approach to gun violence on IG Live session

Gun violence activist Pastor Carl Day hosted an IG Live chat with Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw Wednesday. Outlaw defended her work despite recent public criticism.

3 years ago

Kenyetta Overton, the director of the Murals of the Mind Project, talks to attendees
Community

Gun Violence Prevention Summit at West Philly Masjid connects over 50 young people to resources

Presented by The Charles Foundation, speakers included State Senator Vincent Hughes, Power of Paint, and more.

3 years ago

The Building and Construction Trades Council endorsed Cherelle Parker in the Philadelphia mayoral race
Politics & Policy

Parker gets her first endorsement in Philly mayoral race from Building Trades union

The union’s endorsement of Parker comes without support of the powerful electricians union, who abstained from the vote as they ponder who to support.

3 years ago

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