When the Pennsylvania House flipped from Republican to Democrat majority, much of the state Legislature lost its appetite for impeaching Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner. But there is a workaround that Senate Republicans believe will curb crime in Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania House this week approved legislation that would require the Pennsylvania attorney general to appoint…
Pennsylvania Senate Approves Special Prosecutor for Philadelphia Mass Transit Crimes
May 4, 2023
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Brown Scores 25, Celtics Spoil Embiid’s Return in 121–87 Win
BOSTON—The Celtics walked off the court angry and frustrated after giving up home-court advantage in their series-opening loss to the 76ers. Boston called on those emotions—and its defense—to dominate in Game 2. Jaylen Brown scored 25 points and the Celtics rolled past Philadelphia 121–87 on Wednesday night, spoiling the return of new league MVP Joel…
Philadelphia Mayoral Candidates Promise to Get Tough on Crime
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Pennsylvania’s largest city is gearing up to elect a new mayor. A group of candidates spoke recently at an open house event aiming to provide solutions to rising crime and poverty in the city. Eleven Democrats and one Republican are vying to become the 100th mayor of Philadelphia. Some of the candidates gathered at the Community…
3 Killed, 1 Wounded in Philadelphia Shooting; 2 in Custody
April 29, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA—Two teenagers have been charged with firearms and related offenses following the slaying of three people and the wounding of a fourth person at a northeast Philadelphia home, authorities said. Lt. John Stanford told reporters that officers called to the residence in the Lawncrest neighborhood shortly after 3:30 p.m. Friday found one person shot on…
2 Men Indicted in Philadelphia Blaze That Killed Firefighter
April 19, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA—The owner of a Philadelphia building that caught fire and collapsed last summer, killing a city firefighter and injuring five other people, has been indicted along with another man on charges they set the blaze, federal prosecutors announced Wednesday. Al-Ashraf Khalil and Isaam Jaghama, both 29-year-old city residents, are each charged with conspiracy and malicious…
Shen Yun Is ‘Keeping Alive the Pre-Communist Chinese Culture and Traditions,’ Says Lawyer
PHILADELPHIA, Penn.—Shen Yun Performing Arts has an all-new program every year, and John Capaldi, a lawyer, was so impressed with Shen Yun’s previous season that he immediately bought tickets to see Shen Yun’s 2023 performance when he saw the billboards announcing their return. “I’m very, very impressed,” said Mr. Capaldi, who watched Shen Yun at…
Shen Yun Is ‘A Must-See,’ Artists Have ‘True Passion for Dance,’ Says Steel VP
PHILADELPHIA—Linda Ives had seen an ad for Shen Yun Performing Arts several months ago and said she wanted to see it, so Phil Rymiszewski got them tickets for her birthday. “It’s a must-see,” said Mr. Rymiszewski, a vice president in steel, at the Miller Theater the evening of April 15. “It’s awesome. It’s spectacular.” Ms….
Shen Yun the Most Entertaining Show ‘Anywhere in the World,’ Says Professor
PHILADELPHIA, Penn.—Bill McDevitt, a professor at St. Joseph’s University, watched Shen Yun Performing Arts for the third time at the Miller Theater on Apr. 15. “It is one of the most unusual and entertaining shows you’re going to see anywhere in the world,” said Mr. McDevitt. “It’s just so unique, and it’s just so unusual….
Shen Yun Is ‘A Reminder That We Are Here to Lift One Another Up,’ Says Delaware Senator
PHILADELPHIA—Delaware State Senator Marie Pinkney attended Shen Yun’s evening performance at the Miller Theater on April 14. The show was a wonderful opportunity to “learn about the history of China before communism through interpretive dance and art,” she said. After the performance, Sen. Pinkney presented a letter to Shen Yun congratulating the company on their…
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Delaware State Rep Applauds Shen Yun as a ‘Beacon of Hope’ to ‘Feed Your Soul’
PHILADELPHIA—Paul Baumbach, Delaware state Representative for the 23rd District, was uplifted by Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Miller Theatre on the evening of April 13. “It gives you warmth inside to watch it … it was very uplifting,” he said. This was the first time Rep. Baumbach was able to see Shen Yun despite…