Philadelphia named one of the “Most Bikeable” cities
Amount of bike lanes, trails, hills and destinations were factors, as was the number of bike riders.
Nutter proposes tax on cigarettes, liquor-by-the-drink to help schools
Mayor Michael Nutter proposed tax increases on cigarettes and on liquor by the drink to raise money for the city’s school district, he said today.
Students want to take the Welcome America! stage to save their school
Students hope to broadcast their message at Welcome America!
Donovan McNabb to retire a Philadelphia Eagle
The controversial quarterback, who also played for the Minnesota Vikings and Washington Redskins during his 12-year career, will sign a one-day contract with the Eagles,
Welcome America! 2013 festivities revealed
Mayor Michael Nutter billed the event, which will take place on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on July 4th, as “The largest party in America.”
Philly’s streets department removing benches with unapproved ads
The streets department announced today that starting Saturday any benches around town featuring unapproved advertising will be removed.
King and queen of Sweden to visit Philadelphia
King and Queen of Sweden will visit Philadelphia for two days this weekend, officials said.
Philadelphia police officers honored for heroism
Officers received commendations for displays of exemplary service in the line of duty.
Police release surveillance video of alleged shooter
Police released video surveillance today which they say shows a man suspected of shooting another in Franklinville in March.
East Falls teacher suspended after buying “Fifty Shades of Grey” for student
An East Falls charter school teacher was suspended after he bought a 14-year-old male student the erotic thriller “Fifty Shades of Grey” for eading time.