Petitions calls for Philadelphia to terminate ICE contract, Philly geeks will get awards tonight

    Good morning, Feeders and happy Friday! Later today we’ll hear from some Philly geeks about what makes them oh-so geeky. They’re for Philly Geek Awards tonight.

    Lizz Fiedler is heading to a late-morning rally where those who oppose Philadelphia’s voluntary contract with ICE are calling for an end to the city’s practice of using criminal records to assist with deportation.

    Would you be more prudent in your gambling if your casino sent you monthly statements? Aaron Moselle will look at proposed legislation that would require Pennsylvania casinos to send their rewards cards members monthly statements.

    Taunya English will talk with beach officials and marine experts about yesterday morning’s sea turtle egg rescue, and work on a story for next week about health insurance for kids.

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