Philadelphia
Philadelphia libraries to get $600 million makeover courtesy of Mayor Kenney's new plan
Mayor Jim Kenney recently introduced a massive $600 million plan to restore Philadelphia’s public libraries, recreation centers and parks.
ICYMI: Penn's district Rep. Chaka Fattah faces corruption trial, following murky history
The Daily Pennsylvanian took a look at Fattah’s recent legal troubles, extending back to 2007, and previewed what lies ahead for the embattled congressman and Fels graduate.
Thousands of Pa. voters switch to Republican Party
Around 128,000 voters have become registered Republicans since the beginning of the new year across the state — many to vote for and against Trump.
Harvest cited with over 20 health violations and briefly ordered to stop serving food
The restaurant received 22 violations, eight of which were serious, including evidence of pest activity and sewage backup.
Amtrak derailment in Chester, Pa. kills two
An Amtrak train was derailed Sunday morning, leaving 2 dead and 35 injured a mere 15 miles outside Philadelphia in Chester, PA, the Chester Fire Department told CNN.
West Phila. restaurant to allow customers to 'pay what you can'
The EAT (Everyone At the Table) Café is a nonprofit restaurant that aims to provide a community space, where people can share a two or three course meal, regardless of their ability to pay.
Philly is no Flint, city officials say, but still can improve water safety
The water crisis in Flint, Mich. has many Philadelphians concerned about the safety of the city’s drinking water.
Finding a path to Penn
Close to home but a world away for many Philadelphia high school students, Penn's high standards make it nearly impossible for many students to apply or to be accepted at the university.
Interest in local politics on continual decline, PSCI professor's study says
An old adage may say that “all politics are local,” but interest in politics is clearly not.
Ivy League schools, including Penn, dominate employment in their cities
As the city’s top private employer, Penn created one out of every nine jobs in Philadelphia, totaling up to 90,400 jobs created directly and indirectly in 2015.
Community project showcases experiences with gun violence in Philly
Where’s the Love Philadelphia, a gun violence awareness project at Penn, hosted an open mic night at a photo gallery on Saturday.
Third UPennAlert this week sent after robbery on 42nd near Walnut
The Division of Public Safety issued an alert at 7:26 p.m. and were able to declare the area "all-clear" six minutes later.
Legalization of medical marijuana efforts advance in Pennsylvania House
Pennsylvania could potentially become the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana, thanks to the passage of Senate Bill 3 in the state House of Representatives this month.
Mayor Kenney reintroduces soda tax to help fund schools
On March 3, Mayor Kenney introduced a soda tax, which is the third proposal Philadelphia has seen.
Students to receive UPennAlerts in the summer months
Beginning on Wednesday morning, all University students will automatically receive UPennAlerts in the summer months.
Philadelphia's pathway to universal pre-K
Philadelphia is demanding implementation of universal preschool to every 3- and 4-year old, regardless of their need or neighborhood.
Four juveniles arrested after bike theft outside the high rises
Around 9:15 p.m. on Monday, a male student alerted Penn Police to an attempted theft outside of Harnwell College House.
Snow expected to return after week of warmth
Despite recent warm weather, DP weather writer Elyas Tecle reminds us that it is technically still winter and Mother Nature may be prepared to prove that to us come later this weekend.
Mayor Kenney plans to expand body camera program
Mayor Jim Kenney plans to ask city lawmakers for funding to provide 800 additional body cameras to city police officers.