Jason Kelce, 36, is hanging up his cleats after 13 seasons in Philadelphia. (www.inquirer.com)
Jason Kelce, 36, is hanging up his cleats after 13 seasons in Philadelphia. News conference announcement here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lsMfimn_-M
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will split up the Department of Licenses and Inspections (www.inquirer.com)
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration will break up the oft-criticized Department of Licenses and Inspections, a major reorganization of city government that critics have advocated for years....
Want speed cushions on your street? Philly is making it easier to request them (whyy.org)
The city has also expanded the program to more blocks.
Pa. Supreme Court rules abortion access is a right protected by state constitution (www.inquirer.com)
The finding delivered a significant victory for reproductive rights advocates in the state following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Inquirer Live Updates: Cherelle Parker is Philadelphia's 100th mayor and the first woman to hold the office in 341 years. (www.inquirer.com)
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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker privately took the oath of office ahead of her official inauguration Tuesday (www.inquirer.com)
Under city law, Parker, the first female mayor in city history, officially became mayor at midnight. But she is not being publicly sworn in until Tuesday.
Phillies Win! Move on to the National League Division Series to play in Atlanta Saturday. (www.inquirer.com)
Bryson Stott became the second Phillies player in history to hit a grand slam when he launched a 412-foot shot to right-center field to extend the Phillies’ lead to 7-0 in the sixth inning. Shane Victorino is the only other player in Phillies history to hit a grand slam in the playoffs when he did so in the 2008 NLDS.
SEPTA riders can pay with credit or debit cards and phone apps starting Friday — really! (www.inquirer.com)
Beginning Friday morning, SEPTA riders will be able to tap a credit or debit card or flash a smartphone wallet to pay for trips on transit trains, trolleys and buses — a long-awaited technological leap....
Judge dismisses all charges against former Police Officer Mark Dial in shooting death of Eddie Irizarry (www.inquirer.com)
A Philadelphia judge on Tuesday dismissed all charges against former Police Officer Mark Dial, ruling that prosecutors had not presented evidence that he had committed a crime....
Benjamin Franklin Parkway is getting a redesign. You can weigh in on the changes. (www.inquirer.com)
Design Workshop, the design firm behind park reimagining projects like Paris’ Champs d’Elysses, is in the pre-planning stages. This means there is no final design yet, let alone a rough draft, but input from Philadelphians with fresh ideas and perspectives will get them closer to an official redesign....
The city, in partnership with the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corp. (PCDC), has unveiled three design proposals to reconnect the Chinatown neighborhood bisected by the construction of the Vine Street Expressway and they’re looking for feedback. (www.inquirer.com)
Residents can share their feedback about the proposals in a new survey available in English and simplified Chinese online through Oct. 6. They can also share thoughts at a public meeting scheduled for Monday, Sept. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Chinese Christian Church and Center at 1101 Vine St. There will be pop-up meetings...
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw resigning after nearly four years (www.fox29.com)
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw is resigning three and a half years after stepping in to lead the city's police department....
Video shows Philly officer shooting and killing man in Kensington, lawyer says (www.nbcphiladelphia.com)
The lawyer for the family of a man who was shot and killed by a Philadelphia police officer last week released video of the shooting during a press conference on Tuesday. WARNING: This video is graphic.
Eddie Irizarry’s car windows were rolled up when a Philadelphia police officer shot him, sources say (www.inquirer.com)
The new details add to the mounting questions about the moments leading up to Irizarry’s death....
Officer who fatally shot Eddie Irizarry identified as Mark Dial (www.inquirer.com)
The Philadelphia Police officer who shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry in North Philadelphia earlier this week has been identified as Mark Dial, a five-year veteran of the force, according to three law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation....
Philadelphia police change account of fatal shooting by officer (www.axios.com)
Officers began pursuing the driver after they said they saw him driving erratically in North Philadelphia. They followed the vehicle as it made several turns before traveling the wrong way down East Willard Street....
PWD Releases 2022 Drinking Water Quality Report. (water.phila.gov)
This report features water quality information collected throughout 2022. You will also find information about where your water comes from, and how we protect your safety as water moves from the rivers, through our plants and pipes, and into your home.
Watch as we officially reopen I-95 with @PennDOTSec and some special guests, days ahead of schedule. - @GovernorShapiro (twitter.com)
Since the moment of the collapse, we’ve remained focused on rebuilding I-95 safely and as quickly as possible....
I-95 to reopen to traffic on Friday, PennDOT says (www.nbcphiladelphia.com)
Days after Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro said temporary lanes on I-95 would reopen to traffic over the weekend, PennDOT now says they will reopen on Friday.
I-95 Incident Updates | PennDOT (www.pa.gov)
New SEPTA Key Card Multi-Rider Feature | SEPTA (wwww.septa.org)
The multi-rider feature (pilot program) allows up to five riders on one SEPTA Key card. Taps can be on a single bus/trolley validator or a combination of taps on different turnstiles at a station. Multi-rider is available on all modes including bus, trolley, Broad Street Line, Market-Frankford Line, Norristown High…
Philadelphia libraries cry foul on mayor's social media policy. (www.axios.com)
Mayor Cherelle Parker's new citywide communications policy hit a speed bump this week following public outcry over a clampdown on libraries' social media postings....