The Supreme Court cleared the way Tuesday for convicted Philadelphia cop killer Mumia Abu-Jamal to have a new jury decide whether he should be resentenced to death or to life in prison. The high court left in place rulings that set aside Abu-Jamal’s death sentence in a case that has drawn international attention since the […]
SIHLE (Sisters Informing Healing Living & Empowering) is a program that helps teen girls learn how to avoid STDs/HIV, communicate personal feelings and make better life choices. We are looking for girls ages 14 to 18 who are interested in participating in this 4 day workshop. The work shops will take place on Mondays and […]
Philadelphia was one of the cities to have felt the rumblings from an earthquake that hit Virginia this afternoon. New York City also felt the quake, and you can get more details about it here .
After hearing about the devastation in the south, we can’t ignore the warnings about the bad weather coming to the Tri-State Area. Our friends at 6abc.com are always on top of the weather, and they’re paying close attention the severe thunderstorm warnings and watches. Visit 6abc.com here for the latest weather report.
Yes, Musiq Soulchild is from Philly, but why did he leave the City of Brotherly Love for Hotlanta? Take a look at this video as he explains his departure, and discusses the possibility of coming home. RELATED: Musiq Soulchild Talks About His Fall Offstage [VIDEO] RELATED: Musiq Soulchild Falls Off Stage During NYC Concert [VIDEO] […]
VIA: Press Release PHILADELPHIA – Due to the inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools are closed on Friday, January 28. School will be also be closed for all 12-month principals and assistant principals. All administrative offices will open two hours late. Staff should anticipate delays and use caution commuting to work. The general […]
VIA: The School District of Philadelphia Due to the inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools and administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, January 27. Updated information will also be posted on the District’s Information Hotline at 215-400-INFO (4636).
VIA: Press Release PHILADELPHIA – Due to the inclement weather, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss students early at 12:00 p.m., today, Wednesday, January 26. Canceled for today are all after-school activities including all athletic programs. Also, all administrative offices will close at 2:00 p.m. Employees and students should use extreme caution as they […]
Marvin Sapp & 107.9 WRNB’s E. Steven Collins The Philadelphia 76ers held Praise Night on January 24th featuring a post-game performance by Marvin Sapp! Fun was had by all, as the Sixers beat up on the Phoenix Suns and Pastor Sapp’s singing ended the night on a high. Take a look at him interacting with […]
Travel + Leisure Magazine recently put out its list of America's Most and Least Attractive People, and you're not gonna believe how they disrespected Philly! Take a look at the list below...
President Barack Obama was in Philadelphia with Vice President Joe Biden for the “Moving America Forward” rally at the park at Robert Fulton Elementary School in Germantown. A streaker made an unexpected appearance, and after President Obama spoke, someone literally threw a book at him. Fortunately, the thrower missed, and Obama didn't even seem to notice the book that flew behind his head. See the video, photos and hear highlights inside...
Private sector jobs were added in 35 major markets between August 2009 and 2010, but the Philadelphia metropolitan area was not among them.
