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Krasner Warns Against Retaliatory Shootings in Philadelphia

As temperatures rise in Philadelphia, District Attorney Larry Krasner warned residents not to respond to violence with retaliation. Speaking Tuesday outside the Office of the District Attorney, Krasner urged...

Philadelphia Library Expands Book Access for Disabled Readers

Near Spring Garden Street in Philadelphia, the Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians provides reading materials for people who cannot use standard printed books. The organization, commonly called LAMP,...

Water Main Break in Philadelphia Forces Residents to Evacuate

A major water main break in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties neighborhood has displaced residents, caused extensive flooding, and led to road damage.  The incident, which occurred...

Philadelphia Task Force Targets Kensington Fires Amid Drought

Philadelphia officials have formed a Nuisance Fire Task Force to address the rising number of rubbish and brush fires in the Kensington neighborhood, fueled...

2nd Annual Azzim Dukes Initiative Boxing Fundraiser Set for Dec. 6

Rivers Casino in Philadelphia will host the 2nd Annual Azzim Dukes Initiative Boxing Fundraiser on December 6th.  The event promises an exhilarating evening of community...

Soccer star now the coach

It wasn’t a text message he was waiting for, but it was certainly one he was more than happy to get.  A few weeks ago,...

Property taxes are on the rise

The city’s revaluation for Tax Year 2025 is complete, meaning property values and property taxes are on the rise. And although some increases may appear...

History in our back yard

Steve “Shecky” Perlman recalls as a second-grader at Spruance Elementary School being one of three students earning prizes as part of an American history...
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