Renewed Push To Have Philadelphia Rename Taney Street, Columbus Boulevard
Taney authored the infamous Dred Scott decision, which stated that black people, whether free or enslaved, could not be an American citizen.
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Taney authored the infamous Dred Scott decision, which stated that black people, whether free or enslaved, could not be an American citizen.
Biden says President Donald Trump isn't doing enough to keep workers safe.
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office says since late May, more than 550 burglary and looting arrests have been made.
Philadelphia's road to recovery got a little more clear Thursday after the city released more information about restaurant reopenings.
Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all continue to see a reduction in cases and are headed into different phases of reopening.
There's no date yet for demolition, but Mayor Marty Small hopes it will be completed by February 2021.
Krasner said Thursday afternoon that police arrested more than 1,000 people since May 30, and the majority of those arrests were for looting.
One measure would prohibit police from using chokeholds or restraints that could cause suffocation.
The state has reported 6,113 deaths since the pandemic began, and more than 77,000 people have been confirmed as COVID-19 cases, the agency said.
The boys were identified as 15-year-old Quadir Beverly, who was supposed to graduate from middle school on Thursday, and 14-year-old Mekhi Massaquoi.
Allowing diners inside still carries risks.
Philadelphia police are investigating after the body of a woman was found inside a suitcase in the city's Kensington neighborhood.
The department announced the decision Thursday as a result of recent incidents and the current "scrutiny" law enforcement agencies are undergoing throughout the country.
Nearly every exhibit will be available for patrons to enjoy.
While flooding is possible today, damaging winds are the primary risk. Hail is also possible.
The city's police force was dissolved and replaced with a countywide police department in 2013.
The coronavirus means we probably won't see the Roots Picnic for a while.
There are no reports of injuries.
Police say a 14-year-old who jumped into the river had difficulty swimming so the 15-year-old jumped in after him to help, but neither boy resurfaced.
The officer, 31-year-old Ryan Dubiel, was charged with two counts of simple assault.
In New Jersey, you'll soon be able to get your hair cut and your nails done but things will be a bit different.
Abel is a two-time Gatorade Oregon Baseball Player of the Year and led Jesuit High School to a state championship in 2019.
Pennsylvania on Wednesday issued guidance for how high school and recreational sports can resume.
They allegedly stole musical instruments, tools and a firearm.
A FedEx employee caught on video mocking George Floyd's death during a Black Lives Matter protest has been fired.
