People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
Teens Stabbed in Fight at SEPTA’s 8th Street Station
Police say one 17-year-old boy was knifed deeply in the neck and another in the other in the chest and stomach on Wednesday afternoon.
Domb: Maybe It’s Time to Ban On-Street Parking in Center City
The move could free up traffic flow, he says.
Police Catch Another Coyote, This Time in South Philly
They corralled it on the 1600 block of Montrose Street on Thursday morning.
Report: Philly Drug Overdose Deaths Jumped to New Record in 2017
The Department of Public Health released sobering statistics on Tuesday.
As Weather Warms, PPD Begins Crackdown on Illegal Vehicles
Philadelphia police warns residents that riding dirt bikes or ATVs on the street is totally against the law.
Yes, Coyotes Do Roam Northeast Philly (and Police Caught One This Week)
They found it in Mayfair — not far from Pennypack Park.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.
Krasner Requests Budget Increase for DA’s Office
Philly’s top prosecutor told City Council that he needs additional funding to correct pay inequalities and update his office’s tech.
Meek Mill Is Out of Prison. His First Destination? The Sixers Game
The state Supreme Court granted the North Philly rapper immediate release while it’s decided whether he should face a new trial.
White House Confirms Discussions With Eagles on Potential Visit
“Many of us have no interest in supporting President Trump,” Jeffrey Lurie was recorded saying in an NFL owners meeting last October.
Here’s Where Philly’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Will Open
Soon, medical marijuana patients won’t have to leave the city to get treatment.
South Philly Home Collapses; Father and Son Escape With Minor Injuries
Response was swift: The family’s house in Point Breeze is right next to the 17th District police station and the Fire Department’s Engine 24.
Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.
CCD’s Paul Levy: “Obsolete” Tax Structure Is Holding Philly Back
The CEO of Center City’s business improvement district says its 2018 “State of Center City” report shows reasons for both optimism and pessimism about Philly’s future.
Cherry Hill High Schools Now Have Armed Campus Officers
They’re part of enhanced security measures in the wake of the Parkland shooting.
Gov. Wolf Seeks More “Commonsense” Gun Legislation in Pennsylvania
The Democrat thinks that those who wish to purchase firearms in Pa. should submit to a state police background check.
Daryl Metcalfe Rants About “Liberal Loser” Democrats
In a Facebook tirade, he called state Rep. Brian Sims a “lying homosexual.”
