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Trump announces 1st Pennsylvania rally since assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump has announced his first rally in Pennsylvania since the July 13 assassination attempt at a rally in Butler Township. Trump will return to the state for a July 31 rally at the New Holland Arena in Harrisburg. Trump sustained an injury to his ear after shooter...
New Philadelphia curriculum goes all in on science of reading
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.Kristyn Kahahaloe still remembers a little boy from her class in a New Jersey early learning center when she was a rookie teacher starting students on their journey to becoming readers.The boy, who was in kindergarten, “just couldn’t figure it out the way I was teaching it,” she said. “This bright blossoming flower kept shrinking and shriveling, and I didn’t know what to do.”Despite her years of teacher education, Kahahaloe, now a kindergarten teacher at the John Hancock Elementary School in Philadelphia, concluded that “my...
Union Benevolent Association shifts to place-based grantmaking
The Philadelphia-based Union Benevolent Association (UBA) has announced it is shifting its grantmaking to focus on strengthening specific Philadelphia neighborhoods with sustained, multi-year funding. The new strategy includes a multifaceted approach, beginning with southwest Philadelphia in fall of 2024. Established in 1831, the human services organization plans to offer three-year...
Prismatic Arts Ensemble Presents LGBTQIA+ Retelling of Gounod’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’
For its first mainstage production, Prismatic Arts Ensemble presents “Romeo Juliette.”. The LGBTQIA+ retelling of Gounod’s “Romeo and Juliet” is set in two fictional drag clubs. This new production celebrates the Philly LGBTQIA+ nightlife by combining drag arts, burlesque, and immersive theater. William Lim and Marcelle...
"Diaper Crew" members arrested in string of 25 retail thefts, taking over $14,000 in merchandise
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Three men involved in over two dozen retail thefts, stealing over an estimated $14,000 worth of merchandise were arrested Sunday, July 14, Philadelphia police announced Friday afternoon. The three suspects, identified as Byron Jordan-Prince, Lytrell Scott and Daquan Johnson, were all charged with multiple counts of retail theft and other related offenses, according to police.Police called the suspects, the "Diaper Crew" because they allegedly stole diapers, batteries and candy, among other things from multiple Dollar Generals, Family Dollars and Rite Aids. Authorities said the Diaper Crew is allegedly responsible for 25 retail thefts and two retail robberies dating back to as early as April. A fourth suspect is expected to turn himself in next week, police said. Police ask anyone who believes they've been a victim of the Diaper Crew's crime spree to contact the department.
Philadelphia Mayor Enacts Landmark Legislation to Advance Healthcare Accessibility in Underserved Communities
Big news in the realm of public health for Philadelphia, as Mayor Cherelle L. Parker firmly puts pen to paper, enacting two significant bills aimed at bolstering health services, particularly for the city's underserved populations. The setting for this pivotal moment was at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, where alongside key figures in city governance and healthcare, Mayor Parker finalized legislation that promised to reshape healthcare accessibility, as reported by the City of Philadelphia's official news portal.
Farmers market opens at KleinLife
After a one-year hiatus, the Farmers Market at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., recently reopened featuring lots of nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables for sale to the public. The market will be operating every Friday from noon to 3 p.m. through fall. The fresh produce is from local farms, and proceeds...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
High-Speed Chase in Franklin County Ends in Crash; Suspect Still at Large
A motorcyclist led State Police on a high-speed chase in Franklin County on a stolen bike, resulting in a crash and the motorcyclist escaping, according to filed charges. Allen Keesey, 43, of Chester County, faces felony charges for receiving stolen property, theft by unlawful taking, flight to avoid apprehension, and fleeing or attempting to elude an officer. He also faces a misdemeanor for recklessly endangering another person and multiple traffic violations.
Phillies recent blockbuster trade rumor could be shot down with latest update
The 2024 MLB season has featured several teams hovering around or barely above .500, with few exceptions. The Philadelphia Phillies are one of them. At 64-38, they not only have a commanding lead in the NL East, but they have the best record in baseball. Knowing this, the Phillies are...
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
Former Greensgrow space in West Philly could be revitalized under new nonprofit
Two summers ago, the Greensgrow urban farm in West Philadelphia shuttered abruptly amid a unionization push and a check fraud scheme that the struggling nonprofit said had left the organization $33,000 in the hole. The original Greensgrow Farms in Kensington went down with it, leaving the future of the two lots in question.
Lively strikes out 6, Guardians top struggling Phillies 3-1 in interleague showdown of MLB’s best
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Lively struck out six in six innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night in a matchup of teams with the best records in baseball. The Phillies returned home for the first time since the All-Star...
New leader at TTF Watershed
Justin DiBerardinis, new executive director of the Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed, was the guest speaker at last week’s Lawncrest Community Association meeting. DiBerardinis replaced Julie Slavet, who had led the organization since 2011. He previously had leadership roles at Bartram’s Garden and FDR Park. DiBerardinis said TTF Watershed works to...
Bill Barr violated DOJ policy in urging Pennsylvania ballot statement: Watchdog
Former Attorney General Bill Barr improperly urged a Pennsylvania prosecutor to make public statements about concerns over election security in the 2020 race, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Inspector General (OIG) said in a report Thursday. Barr weighed in on the matter of mail-in ballots discovered in a dumpster in Luzerne County, Pa.,…
Local girl’s drawing on display
Our Lady of Calvary student Sadie Olszewski, 13, was one of four students chosen to bring their drawings to life for this year’s Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival Student Design Contest presented by Temple University. Before the festival opened to the public, children ages 8-14 were invited to submit a...
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