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Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson to host one week of giving
Given all of the challenges this holiday season, Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson says he "wanted to do even more this year to bring smiles to the faces of children."
1 year ago
Philadelphia commerce director resigns following reports of antisemitic comments, verbal abuse
Former staffers alleged Rashid had made antisemitic remarks and verbally abused women staffers. Mayor Kenney accepted his resignation on Sunday.
1 year ago
Biden’s infrastructure bill poised to reconnect Philly neighborhoods split by highways
A portion of the Vine Street Expressway could be capped and Philadelphia’s Chinatown reconnected thanks to President Biden’s $1 trillion infrastructure bill.
2 years ago
Internet outage impacts Comcast customers in Philly area, other states
The service issues appear to be far-reaching as users across the country, including Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan, have also reported connectivity problems.
2 years ago
Murphy vs. Ciattarelli: N.J. governor’s race still too close to call
The race for New Jersey governor is still too close to call, with Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli holding a narrow lead over incumbent Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy.
2 years ago
Why gas prices are on the rise in the Philadelphia region, across the U.S.
Gas prices are rising in the Philadelphia region and across the country, with the average U.S. price of regular gas up 7 cents over the past two weeks.
2 years ago
LumiNature to return to Philadelphia Zoo with more space — and more wattage
The holiday light show debuted in November 2019, but went dark in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
2 years ago
Higher court orders Columbus statue on Marconi Plaza to stay covered for now
The court issued the decision late Saturday, which vacated an emergency order a lower court signed earlier in the day, allowing supporters to remove the plywood box.
2 years ago
Mayor Kenney, DA Krasner, and Commissioner Outlaw condemn reckless driving in Center City
The statement added that police are still investigating the incidents to identify individuals involved and see if criminal charges can be made.
2 years ago
How is the ‘Great Resignation’ affecting your day-to-day life?
Help us better understand the ways the pandemic has hampered the services that you count on and let us know.
2 years ago
Massachusetts man convicted of sending threatening emails to Police Commissioner Outlaw
Peter Fratus, 39, of West Dennis, Massachusetts, was charged with transmitting threatening communications in interstate commerce.
2 years ago
Philadelphia Flyers to be fully vaccinated for the start of the NHL season
The full roster of players, coaches, and hockey operations staff plan to be fully vaccinated by Oct. 12 season start.
2 years ago