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Joel Mathis

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City Life

Arrest Made in Center City Bus Stop Slaying

Reginald Bell, 52, is charged with killing William Vaughn during a September incident just before Pope Francis’ visit.

City Life

State Senator Wants to Privatize PPA

Sen. Jake Corman says it will increase school revenues. Jim Kenney says Philly schools need a fair funding formula now.

City Life

WATCH: Golden Knights Skydive Into the Linc

A leftover tidbit from Saturday’s Army-Navy game.

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Fed Prosecutor Will Be Kenney’s City Solicitor

Sozi Pedro Tulante will be announced at a press conference today.

City Life

Jim Kenney’s Block Party Inauguration Plans

Morning headline: The mayor-elect decides to skip the usual ball, try something different.

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WATCH: Protesters, Security Clash at Donald Trump’s Pa. Society Appearance

Demonstrators dragged out by security.

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Council Approves Glitzy South Philly Casino

Morning headlines: It’s expected to create 5,000 jobs.

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“Gerry the Grinch” Website Receives Cease-and-Desist Letter

The anonymous owner of GerryLenfest.com agrees to shut down.

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Al Jazeera Features “Philadelphia’s Filthy Schools”

District says it needs more funds to keep classrooms clean.

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Kane Ouster a Step Closer

Morning headlines: Pa. Senate votes unanimously to start process that could remove attorney general from office.

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Delaware Officer Acquitted in Shocking Videotaped Kicking

White officer had kicked black suspect in the face, even though suspect appeared to comply with commands.

City Life

Why Doesn’t Frank Fina Quit?

Mathis: The prosecutor at the center of “Porngate” would serve his boss — and justice — by leaving.

Things to Do

8 Questions With Angel Corella

The artistic director of the Pennsylvania Ballet on The Nutcracker, diversity in dance, and why he’s not Simon Cowell.

City Life

Trump Fundraiser Sparks Criticism

Morning headlines: Controversial candidate is scheduled to raise cash for Keystone Republicans at the Pennsylvania Society.

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Judicial Conduct Board Brings Charges Against “Porngate” Justice

Justice Michael Eakin could be reprimanded, suspended, or removed from office.