
Philadelphia
After leukemia diagnosis, drag performer Martha Graham Cracker is searching for a stem cell donor
The beloved drag cabaret performer has been diagnosed with leukemia. A South Street block party Wednesday will search for a stem cell donor match.
3 years ago
Philly superintendent restructures district leadership in pursuit of academic gains
Superintendent Tony Watlington announced six new sub-offices in the district’s central office and several new hires, including a new chief financial officer.
3 years ago
PHL LIVE Center Stage honors musicians during first award show in 2 years
Philadelphians full of good spirits came to World Café Live on Tuesday to see the latest talents emerging from the PHL LIVE Center stage contest.
3 years ago
Listen 1:22‘An unjust system’: Philly advocates hold 24-hour bailout ahead of the holidays
Cash bail in Philadelphia disproportionately punishes poor people and people of color, advocates say.
3 years ago
Jeff Brown, with no political experience, is fashioning an outsider’s campaign for Philly mayor
The closest comparable figure is probably Tom Knox, who lost to Nutter in the 2007 primary.
3 years ago
Ethics board says Philly judge ruled on cases early to leave for trip
When questioned, Brumbach said she only marked citations on “what she thought the outcome should be,” according to the complaint.
3 years ago
Elementary school in Rhawnhurst placed on lockdown after student brings gun, police say
Authorities say the student is in custody and the firearm has been recovered.
3 years ago
Philly Lullaby Project pairs artists with parents to write songs for their babies
The ongoing program pairs artists with parents to write lullabies for their babies, crystalizing their first years in song.
3 years ago
Listen 3:13AP source: Eagles QB Hurts suffers sprained right shoulder
The 24-year-old has morphed into a serious NFL MVP candidate in his second season as a starter.
3 years ago
Suspect charged after shootout with officer at King of Prussia Mall identified
According to Upper Merion Twp. police, the incident started with a hit-and-run in the area of the mall.
3 years ago
Fighter jets flew over Philly to chase a civilian plane out of restricted airspace
The president is in Delaware today, so flying nearby is a no-no.
3 years ago
Police charge 8 in Cobbs Creek mass shooting
The arrests include the person who bought the gun and resold it to the person who couldn’t legally own the firearm.
3 years ago
57 blocks in Philly are prone to shootings. Community groups are mobilizing to curb the gun violence
The “57 Blocks Project” wants to create positive change in neighborhoods most impacted by violence. There are already dozens of nonprofits working in these areas.
3 years ago
Menorah lighting at Betsy Ross House signals start of Hanukkah season
More than 150 people gathered in Old City to kick off the eight-day observation.
3 years ago
Listen 1:07Hurts runs for 3 TDs as Eagles squeeze by Bears 25-20
The Eagles, with the best record in the NFL, made just enough plays to come away with a tighter-than-anticipated win.
3 years ago