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Late night curfew for businesses could expand outside of Kensington to other areas of Philly
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Two more City Council districts could soon implement a business curfew as part of an ongoing effort to eliminate what council members say is a safe harbor for overnight crime in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Daylight Shooting on South Philly Street
A Philadelphia man has been handed a 12-year sentence for a brazen daylight shooting on a South Philly street, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced. Kalief Ladson, 29, who was already a convicted felon, was sentenced for illegally possessing ammunition after he opened fire on a group of men, causing bystanders to run for cover.
Road closures and parking restrictions for SEIU 'Unions for All' March in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- As Philadelphia gears up for the Service Employees International Union 'Unions for All' March, the city announces its significant road closures and parking restriction plans for Sunday.The march will take place on May 19 and is expected to draw thousands of participants.The march is set to begin at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 2 p.m. and end at 500 Market Street at 5 p.m.The city recommends that drivers avoid the area by using alternate routes. Significant traffic delays are expected throughout the day. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time. Pedestrians and drivers should heed all posted...
Rutgers to transform block of historic buildings into N.J. city’s new ‘Gateway’ in $60M project
Rutgers-Camden is overhauling a block of vacant, historic 19th-century buildings in a $60 million project to create new spaces for students, staff and the city’s community. Developers broke ground on what Rutgers-Camden officials are calling the “Cooper Street Gateway Project,” campus officials announced last week. The university...
"Frankie Beverly Way" in East Germantown dedicated to R&B soul legend Frankie Beverly
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Saturday, more than 100 people braved rainy weather outside at the Dell Music Center to honor R&B and soul legend and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly. In a two-hour afternoon program, Beverly was joined by Philadelphia Councilmember Cindy Bass, Mayor Cherelle Parker, renowned DJ Donnie Simpson, 107.9's Lady B and others to unveil the new "Frankie Beverly Way" street sign.The sign, which represents the 6000 block of North Norwood Street in East Germantown, currently stands at the intersection of North Norwood Street and Spencer Avenue. Beverly expressed his deep gratitude for all of the fans who showed up to the celebration."I just love you so...
Developers plan Northeast Philly marina with restaurants near Tacony-Palmyra Bridge
Six acres along the Delaware River waterfront in Northeast Philadelphia could be developed into a marina and entertainment complex as part of a plan to create a new home for the Quaker City Yacht Club. The $40 million project, called One River Marina, would bring more than 200 boat slips...
Scattered Saturday showers: when they arrive in your area and what to expect for MDW
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Though the morning might start with some lighter gray skies and peeks of sunshine. don't get too excited, because clouds and rain are on the way for your Saturday.Showers should be on the light side for much of the day, but there will be one moderate push of showers coming through in the mid to late morning.An area of low pressure coming from the southwest will lift through the region and bring Saturday's rain. By 8 a.m. we'll see some rain in our western suburbs like in Chester, Berks and Lancaster counties as well as parts of Delaware.The...
Drexel students, Pro-Palestinian protesters erect Gaza Solidarity Encampment on Drexel’s campus
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Hundreds of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched from City Hall to University City on Saturday afternoon, where they linked arms in a circle around students and community members who set up tents on Drexel University’s campus.
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