Emily Scott
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Protesters march through Center City following grand jury decision in Breonna Taylor case
Demonstrators marched from Independence Hall to a planned rally at City Hall Wednesday evening, chanting “no justice, no peace.”
4 years ago
Philly prepares for protests after Breonna Taylor grand jury decision
According to social media, there are at least two protests planned — one for 6 p.m. at 6th and Market streets and another at 7 p.m. at City Hall.
4 years ago
Following certification, Pa. restaurants can increase indoor dining capacity to 50%
Restaurants that want to move to 50% indoor capacity must first go through a self-certification process — which will be available starting Sept. 21.
4 years ago
Pa. coronavirus recovery: Remembering first responders, both on 9/11 and now
Pa. Health Secretary Rachel Levine says health care providers, EMTs, National Guard members, firefighters and police again answer the call to save lives.
4 years ago
Jefferson to open $762M specialty care pavilion in its continued East Market expansion
The center will be a one-stop shop for many programs, including the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, and Jefferson's respiratory and transplant institutes.
4 years ago
Philly grieves death of Chadwick Boseman — Black superhero on screen and in life
Boseman’s death left Philadelphians grieving the loss of a beloved Black icon.
4 years ago
People are putting stocked fridges on Philly sidewalks
The fridges live on city streets and offer free food to anyone willing to open the door.
4 years ago
Philly Zoo welcomes its first baby flamingo in more than 20 years
To celebrate the little one’s birth, zoo employees are calling for the public’s assistance in naming the new arrival.
5 years ago
Mayor Kenney waives code violation notices for recent Philly protests
The waiver applies to any code violation notices given out in the last month, including for all forms of disorderly conduct as well as failure to disperse.
5 years ago
Fourth of July protests in Philly bring calls for Mumia’s freedom, support for Black trans people
WIth no official parade or fireworks displays this year, protesters in Philly are using the Fourth of July to fight against racism.
5 years ago
Philly is in a modified ‘green’ phase now. Here’s what you can and can’t do
The soonest Philly can now enter the unrestricted green phase is August 1, Farley said.
5 years ago
Pa. coronavirus recovery: Masks mandatory in public spaces
Effective immediately, Pennsylvanians statewide must wear a mask every time they leave the house.
5 years ago