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Republicans present united front while Democrats remain deeply divided
Sen. JD Vance is being viewed as the future of the MAGA movement in the Republican Party, which is presenting a united front at its convention while more Democrats call for President Biden to drop out. NBC News' Kristen Welker also reports that Democratic Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey has told allies he will resign from Congress after being convicted on federal corruption charges, according to two people directly familiar with the conversations.
Why Meetings Like SPD 2024 Are Important for Advancing Pediatric Dermatology
Various speakers comment on why meetings like the Society for Pediatric Dermatology (SPD) 2024 Annual Meeting are important for the advancement of pediatric dermatology. At the Society for Pediatric Dermatology 2024 Annual Meeting, speakers from a variety of presentations discussed why meetings like this one are important for improving the pediatric dermatology space in the future. The American Journal of Managed Care® spoke with:
Pennsylvania Increases Funding for Project Safe Neighborhoods to Combat Gun Violence
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Craig Williams has announced a renewed commitment to the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program with an additional $3 million included in the 2024-25 state budget. This brings the total funding for the initiative to over $10 million since its inception in 2021. Addressing Gun...
Lightning zaps over Philadelphia skyline
Remarkable lightning appeared over Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, late on July 16. Footage taken by Kory Aversa shows lightning spidering over the city skyline. The National Weather Service advised residents to take shelter immediately due to danger posed by lightning. The storm knocked down trees and power lines, leaving thousands without power, local media reported. Credit: Kory […]
Philadelphia Police Seek Public's Help to Find Endangered Missing Person Virginia Graganella
The community's vigilance is urgently requested by the Philadelphia Police Department to help locate 69-year-old Virginia Graganella, a resident considered to be an endangered missing person. Last seen on the Unit block of North Front Street at 7:40 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, her absence raises concerns amidst her family and local authorities.
Philadelphia Braces for Summer Sizzle with Sunny Skies and Highs in the 80s
With the warm embrace of summer in full swing, Philadelphia residents can anticipate a steady display of sunny skies and rising temperatures in the coming days. According to a recent update from the National Weather Service, the forecast for the City of Brotherly Love points towards a stretch of partly sunny to sunny days, with daytime highs gravitating around the high 80s.
Drive-by shooting hits man trying to park, nearby home in Kensington: police
PHILADELPHIA - A 24-year-old man was rushed to the hospital after police say more than a dozen shots were fired from a vehicle in Kensington overnight. Officers arrived to find the victim walking on the 2000 block of East Atlantic Street with a gunshot wound to his forehead. He told...
Exploring the 1918 pandemic’s impact on Philadelphia’s Black and immigrant neighborhoods
Matthew Breier, a rising third-year student in the College of Arts and Sciences, is spending his summer immersed in primary sources like death certificates and Philadelphia’s 1918 city directory to learn about the impact of the 1918 influenza pandemic on Black and immigrant neighborhoods. As he researches each person who died of influenza, he works to catalog information about their demographics and neighborhoods.
Possible toxic chemical contamination closes part of Bartam’s Garden
Bartram’s Garden, Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, and the City of Philadelphia are investigating a potential toxic chemical contamination that came from an industrial site adjacent to the garden. According to a statement on Facebook, officials said, “This is an evolving and potentially dangerous situation. The impacted portion of the site will be closed while environmental testing […]
Missing Juvenile Morgan Stephens from the 22nd District
The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile Morgan Stephens. Morgan was last seen July 13, 2024, at 8:30am on the 17xx block of N. 25TH Street. She is known to frequent the areas of 17th & Wagner, Erie & Torresdale and Kensington & Allegheny and frequently rides the Broad Street Line.
Cavan Sullivan makes history; Wildflower Composers; UArts in court | Morning roundup
It was a good night for the Philadelphia Union, who snapped a 10-game winless streak. It was a historic night for Cavan Sullivan, who made his professional debut at 14 years, 293 days — the youngest player in North American major pro sports history. Billy Penn’s Nick Kariuki was there. Continue reading …
Feds need to investigate ASAP whether toxic Jersey Shore site could be spreading, congressman says
If newly-discovered pieces of lead at the Jersey Shore indeed stem from a nearby Superfund site, federal officials need to act as soon as possible, a New Jersey congressman said Wednesday morning. The call to action came just hours after NJ Advance Media first reported that the NY/NJ Baykeeper found...
Weekender: Ben Franklin's B-day bash, summer festivals
🎉 Enjoy the Delaware Riverfront at the Glen Foerd estate in Northeast Philly Thursday for this monthly Third Thursday event. Food trucks, Minas Brazilian Music, lawn games and activities. 6-8pm, register in advance.🎶 The Night Market in Mayfair returns tonight, featuring the Great Scott Band and vendors. 6-9pm at Frankford and Cottman avenues.🍽️ Find restaurant discount deals during University City Dining Days, running through July 28. Dinner and lunch options range from $20-$40 at dozens of restaurants.🎂 Celebrate Franklin Square's 18th birthday on Saturday with free carousel rides (for the first 100 guests), crafts, activities and a scavenger huntBen...
Man turns himself into police after a deadly shooting in North Philadelphia
A man has turned himself into police after a deadly shooting in North Philadelphia. Police recently announced that 67-year-old Jerome Edens turned himself in on Tuesday. He is facing murder charges, along with other weapons offenses. This is all in connection to a shooting near West Susquehanna Avenue and North Camac Street on July 9th. […]
Pa. launches right-to-counsel program with hopes of reducing evictions
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. For the first time ever, Pennsylvania will offer free legal representation to low-income renters facing...
CCOIC Invites Chester County Area Youth To Explore STEM Topics and Careers at STEMFest
Students and families are invited to the first-ever STEMFest Philadelphia on Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 12-4:00 PM. Students and families getting ready to go back to school are invited to the first-ever STEMFest Philadelphia on Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 12-4:00 PM. The event is free and will occur at the Leon Sullivan Human Services Building (1415 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia).
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