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Amid an FBI investigation, Philadelphia DA will not seek third term
The Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams announced that he will not run for a third term.
After being featured on Ellen, Rosa's Fresh Pizza founder talks philanthropy and business at Penn
“We had a large homeless audience counting on us to come in, turn the lights on and make pizza,” Wartman said. “There is no substitute for experience, no easy way to acquire it. I’m glad I didn’t quit.”
Netter Center head: There is 'no greater problem than the condition of our cities'
Urban Studies expert Ira Harkavy said “democracy must begin at home, and its home is the truly engaged neighborly university and its local community partners.”
Philadelphia passes country's first wage discrimination law
The bill’s sponsor, Councilman Bill Greenlee, believes these new regulations help female and minority applicants.
'I’d take George W. back in a minute,' Kenney says of Trump administration
Three days before the Donald Trump's inauguration, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said he would rather see former President George W. Bush back in office.
Penn graduate connected to anti-Trump vandalism will not face charges
During the incident on Nov. 25, a security camera at the Fresh Market in Chestnut Hill captured Lloyd filming or taking photos of an accomplice as he spray-painted the words “F**k Trump” on the wall of the grocery store. On Dec. 12, First Deputy City Solicitor Craig Straw said Lloyd would remain in his job, but would have to complete 40 hours of community service. The Solicitor’s Office did not respond to a request for further comment.
Here's why Philadelphia schools are so closely connected to Penn's Graduate School of Education
On Jan. 2, Graduate School of Education (GSE) professor Kate Kinney Grossman’s class resumed, as did all of the classes in Philadelphia's public schools.
Penn wants to replace The Fresh Grocer with Acme
The University said it "would provide the best urban grocery store to support the Penn and local community going forward."Six festive things to do in Philadelphia during finals season
If puppies, holiday-themed study breaks and free cookies aren't enough to distract you from the stress of finals season, check out these Philadelphia events to get your mind off that last exam.
First chance of snow coming up this weekend
Philadelphia has three snow chances between today and next weekend.
Why a former Penn Police officer filed a lawsuit because he refused to shave his beard
Joseph Lewis had been a Penn Police officer for close to six years before his sergeant told him to shave or go home, according to his legal complaint.
Penn helps change U. City skyline with new 730 foot skyscraper on 30th and Walnut
Builders broke ground on the FMC Tower in May 2014, and the project is fast approaching completion. The tower is the sixth tallest building in Philadelphia.
SEPTA to unveil new Regional Rail line schedules next week
Starting on Sunday, Dec. 11, all but three of SEPTA’s Regional Rail lines will begin running on new schedules.
Phila. District Attorney creates 'ethnic intimidation' task force
Ethnic intimidation, which is another legal term for hate crimes, is an overt action coupled with targeting an individual of a group which falls under the statue.
Caffe Bene opens in time for finals
Caffé Bene, a South Korean chain, recently opened a location near Penn’s campus on 38th and Chestnut streets.
Philly's new soda tax — and how it could affect you
Experts are unsure how much the price of certain beverages will increase once Philadelphia’s “soda tax” goes into effect on Jan. 1.
GoFundMe page raises money to repair Ben Franklin gravestone, damaged by pennies
The Trust hopes to raise $10,000 dollars from the GoFundMe page, on top of the $66,000 the foundation has already raised.
'Young Friendsgiving' event spotlights new restaurants in Philadelphia
A networking event called 'Young Friendsgiving' showcased three new restaurants around the city on Monday night.
Rare supermoon lights up Phila. sky
Last night, we experienced the natural phenomenon of a supermoon. This astrological event only happens once every several decades — the last supermoon occurred 69 years ago.