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Philadelphia City Council president on mass shooting at Fairmount Park: "It is totally unacceptable"

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

Reaction from city officials has begun pouring in after the deadly mass shooting in Philadelphia at Fairmount Park on Memorial Day. Community members gathered at Hope Partnership for Education in North Philly on Tuesday night for a Community Town Hall on the city's budget.
New Jersey communities remember fallen servicemembers ahead of Memorial Day

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Eva Andersen |Scott Jacobson

South Jersey communities reflect ahead of Memorial Day Communities across South Jersey paused to honor those who gave their lives in service to the United States over the Memorial Day weekend. In Haddon Heights, American flags lined the streets, each one bearing the name of someone who has served in the U.S. armed forces. The display, organized by the local Rotary Club, is a fundraiser for a student scholarship.
Vigil held in Philadelphia at Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History after Israeli embassy shooting

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

A small but powerful vigil was held Thursday outside the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood in response to the two Israeli embassy staff members who were shot and killed in Washington, D.C., at the Capital Jewish Museum on Wednesday. The Hope for Israel Alliance hosted the event and says they stand together in grief, solidarity and strength.
New Jersey Transit trains back on track after strike, bringing customers a sigh of relief

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

New Jersey Transit riders happy to see trains back on track after strike NJ Transit is back on track — literally. Trains are up and running and have resumed their normal schedules following the first rail strike in decades in New Jersey. NJ Transit and the union representing engineers reached a tentative agreement on Sunday night. The strike started on Friday, and service was halted for four days, affecting the hundreds of thousands of people who rely on the system.
Officials call for more poll workers in Philadelphia ahead of Pennsylvania primary election

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

The Pennsylvania primary election is hours away. Many critical races are happening right here in Philadelphia, including the Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney. Incumbent Larry Krasner is up against challenger former municipal judge Patrick Dugan. Monday afternoon, Philadelphia city commissioners joined members of the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office Election Task Force to discuss election protection and their efforts to maintain integrity.
Antisemitic sign at Barstool Philadelphia bar goes viral; Temple University student suspended

1 month ago | channel3000.com | Tom Ignudo |Scott Jacobson |Raymond Strickland

Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) -- A Temple University student has been placed on interim suspension after an antisemitic sign was displayed at Barstool Sansom Street in Philadelphia on Saturday night in a video that's gone viral on social media. The Temple student's identity isn't known publicly at this time.
13-year-old boy shot by man during fight with another child, police say

1 month ago | ktvz.com | Tom Ignudo |Scott Jacobson |Ben Payne

By Tom Ignudo, Scott Jacobson, Ben PayneClick here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (WFOR) — A teenage boy was shot twice by a 45-year-old man during a fight with another child on Thursday night in Southwest Philadelphia’s Kingsessing neighborhood, police said. Philadelphia Police Department Inspector Michael Gormley said the shooting and fight unfolded at the intersection of 57th Street and Kingsessing Avenue.
Tequilas Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square reopens two years after fire

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

It's been more than two years, but now Tequilas Restaurant in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square neighborhood is back. "I'm tearing up. It's been a long time coming, and we can't wait," said David Suro Jr., who co-owns the restaurant. In February 2023, the family business at 16th and Locust streets caught fire, and the team has been trying to rebuild ever since. The family says there's been a mix of emotions opening back up.
University of Delaware men's basketball team falls short of CAA title, misses March Madness berth

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

Hot streak ends for University of Delaware men's basketball team with loss in CAA title game The University of Delaware Blue Hens' hot streak came to an end Tuesday night. The men's basketball team was one game away from securing the CAA title, which would have guaranteed them a place in the NCAA tournament. Students on campus are disappointed but said it was an unforgettable, historic run. The game came down to the wire.
Residents disagree about plan to add bike lane to 3rd Street in Philadelphia's Society Hill neighborhood

Mar 6, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Kerri Corrado |Scott Jacobson

Residents learn more about plan to add bike lane to part of 3rd Street in Philadelphia During a meeting Thursday night in Philadelphia, all eyes were on the 3rd Street Bike Lane Project from South Street to Market Street. At an open house for Society Hill residents, people could visit tables, ask questions and learn more about the project. Right now, there are two driving lanes and one lane for parking and loading on the street.

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Articles

Philadelphia City Council president on mass shooting at Fairmount Park: "It is totally unacceptable"

New Jersey communities remember fallen servicemembers ahead of Memorial Day

Vigil held in Philadelphia at Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History after Israeli embassy shooting

New Jersey Transit trains back on track after strike, bringing customers a sigh of relief

Officials call for more poll workers in Philadelphia ahead of Pennsylvania primary election

Antisemitic sign at Barstool Philadelphia bar goes viral; Temple University student suspended

13-year-old boy shot by man during fight with another child, police say

Tequilas Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square reopens two years after fire

University of Delaware men's basketball team falls short of CAA title, misses March Madness berth

Residents disagree about plan to add bike lane to 3rd Street in Philadelphia's Society Hill neighborhood

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