Philadelphia Magazine

Joel Mathis

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City Life

On Twitter, Kenney Welcomes Murray, Slams Christie

Now a candidate for mayor, Kenney’s gonna be Kenney.

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Boy, Suspect Found

Police had been searching for a missing 4-year old.

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WATCH: Jon Stewart Bashes Christie Over Exxon Settlement

(He gets in a few shots at Sen. Robert Menendez, too.)

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How Ed Rendell Would Fix Ferguson

Jobs and meetings. Lots and lots of meetings.

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Funeral Set for Officer Wilson

Services will be held Saturday morning at the Palestra.

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Holder Condemns Killing of Philadelphia Officer

Mentions slaying in broader statement against anti-police violence.

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Pa., NJ Really Stink at Pension Funding

In fact, they’ve separated themselves from the pack.

An aerial view of the beach and casinos in Atlantic City.
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Report: A.C. Fire Chief Dropped Pants

He’s suspended while the investigation continues.

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Former Teachers Sue SRC Over Free Speech

Plaintiffs say rights were denied at controversial charter meeting.

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Council Expected to Call for Oil Train Safety

As accidents and derailments pile up, Philadelphia City Council takes a closer look.

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Feds to Handle Security for Pope Visit

Trip to Philadelphia designated a “national security special event.”

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School Funding Lawsuit Advances

They’re not waiting to see if Wolf’s budget promises materialize.

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Feds to Scrutinize 25 Philly Eateries for ADA Compliance

Some of the city’s most-popular restaurants will be checked.

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Firefighter’s Family Wants Criminal Charges

Joyce Craig died in the line of duty. A leaked report raises new questions.

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3 Reasons Mayor Nutter Shouldn’t Build That New Prison

Mathis: It’s time to prioritize our hopes, not our fears.