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Saint Joseph's University and University of the Sciences officially merge into one institution
The new university will bear the name of Saint Joseph's University and function on two campuses.
First case of monkeypox confirmed in Philadelphia
The global outbreak, first detected in a British citizen, currently numbers 1,088 cases across 29 countries. In the United States, 35 cases of the disease have been confirmed.
Beloved microbrewery Dock Street West to be replaced by new vendor, Carbon Copy
Dock Street West brewery closed in May, the location will house new microbrewery, Carbon Copy
Three killed, 11 wounded in mass shooting Saturday night on Philadelphia's South Street
Initial gunshots were fired around 11:30 p.m., and multiple shooters were seen firing into a crowd along the famous street, where many bars, restaurants, and retail stores are located.
Morehouse College student sues Philadelphia Police after alleged violent encounter
A recent lawsuit filed against two Philadelphia police officers and the city says an officer shattered a college student's facial bones during the 2020 Walter Wallace Jr. protests
Philadelphia to provide free COVID-19 testing kits to event organizers
Philadelphia's Department of Public Health launched an application for free rapid COVID-19 tests for events.
Starbucks stores on Penn’s campus unionize, adding fuel to a nationwide labor movement
Recently unionized Starbucks baristas on campus are demanding protections against the corporation for what they view as unfair wages, inconsistent scheduling and staffing issues, safety violations, and harassment.
Raising Cane’s opens first location in Philadelphia to long lines of 'caniacs’
Located steps away from campus at 39th and Walnut streets, the Louisiana-based chicken finger restaurant opened after months of anticipation from the Penn community, with a line wrapping around the block on its inaugural day.
Here are the candidates who came out on top during Tuesday’s Pennsylvania primary election
Over 100 Pennsylvanians voted at Penn polling locations during this year's primary election on May 17.
Hundreds protest at Penn, City Hall after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade in leaked draft
Students and other members of the Penn community marched down Locust Walk chanting "Not the church, not the state, women must decide their fate!" and "They say no-choice; we say pro-choice!"
Philadelphia COVID-19 vaccine requirement for city workers to begin May 31
Several delays have occurred in mandating vaccination for these union employees.
Body Empowerment Project celebrates first year of programming
2021 College graduates Christina Miranda and Amanda Moreno co-founded Body Empowerment Project after being named recipients of the 2021 President’s Engagement Prize
May Fair to return to Clark Park on May 7 for first time since 2019
This year, the fair will feature about 60 vendors, selling jewelry, candles, pottery, and knitted goods, and about 20 nonprofit community tables.
New City Council plan would require companies to provide a tax break on employee SEPTA passes
The proposal would allow workers to pay for SEPTA passes with pre-tax salaries, saving their federal income tax bill by an average of $200 to $250 a year.
Penn Sustainability highlights environmental initiatives on campus during Earth Week events
Earth Week was held from April 18 to April 22.
A voter's guide to the May 2022 Pennsylvania primary
In preparation for the upcoming election, The Daily Pennsylvanian has assembled a comprehensive ballot guide detailing how to vote, in person or by mail, and a brief run-down on all the candidates for students registered to vote on campus.
Fossil Free Penn ends encampment as University-wide student events approach
FFP Campaign Coordinator and College sophomore Sarah Sterinbach called the protest "the most successful action in FFP history."
Pew's State of the City report shows signs of economic recovery and challenges for Philadelphia
The report, first published in 2009, is part of Pew’s Philadelphia Research and Policy Initiative project and uses research and statistical analysis.
Division of Public Safety holds first in-person commendation ceremony in two years
At the April 14 ceremony, awards were given to UPPD police officers, PennComm Operations Center personnel, Penn Patrol security guards, and graduating seniors in Penn MERT.