Crime
Philly’s First Homicides of 2014
After a heartening year with the fewest homicides since 1967, Philadelphia police announced the first victims of 2014 this morning.
Meanwhile, in Jersey…
Philly, along with Chicago and New York, has been a major crime success story this year, with the murder rate dropping 25%. New Jersey, on […]
Here’s the Full Superior Court Ruling Overturning Msgr. Lynn’s Conviction in the Catholic Sex Abuse Case
Philly.com reports that the Superior Court of Pennsylvania has overturned Msgr. William Lynn’s conviction for participating in the Catholic Church’s coverup of child sex abuse. […]
Center City Cosi Robbed
The Cosi at 15th and Locust Streets was robbed at 7 a.m. this morning. More than $2,000 was taken. No injuries have been reported. Center […]
Pickpockets Hit Center City Cafés
The Inky’s Mike Newall reports that pickpocketing seems to be up a bit this year in Center City coffee shops and restaurants—162 reported offenses this […]
Four Resolutions Philadelphia Must Make for 2014
The end of the year finds many resolving to be more… well, resolute about who they are and what they stand for as they reflect […]
State Supreme Court Strikes Down Megan’s Law, But Don’t Worry
NewsWorks reports that the State Supreme Court has struck down the Pennsylvania version of “Megan’s Law“; the state legislature, though, has headed off the court […]
Arrest Made in Smash-and-Grab Burglary Case
Keith McClary, 56, was arrested and charged with burglary and other offenses related to the series of smash-and-grab burglaries that have hit several Center City […]
Philly Murder Rate Lowest Since 1967
Sunday’s Inquirer published a fascinating piece on Philly’s big murder drop–2013 is on track for 80 fewer murders than in 2012–featuring a few likely explanations why.
Requiem for a Christmas Cookie
I guess I should start by explaining that in my family, I’m the one who makes the Christmas cookies. I bring a big tray of […]
Penn Prof Found Guilty of “Open Lewdness”
Penn Department of Anthropology lecturer Adam Bund was found guilty of “open lewdness” and harassment yesterday. According to court dockets, there he was accused in […]
Multiple Videos of Smash-and-Grab Burglar
On Monday we told you about a series of smash and grab burglaries happening on South Street in Graduate Hospital as well as on Grays […]
Rutgers Prof Calls Rolling Stone Camden Article “Poverty Porn”
Stephen Danley is Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Administration at Rutgers University in Camden, and he has some serious issues with the Rolling Stone […]
Rolling Stone Camden Article Declares City Apocalyptic and Ruined
Camden, New Jersey, is just on the other side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, a short hop across the Delaware River. We see it all […]
Lions Fan Says He Was Beaten After Eagles Game
A Lions fan says he was beaten unconscious by Eagles fans after Sunday’s game. “The Lions fans, who is a resident of Philadelphia and chose […]