Morning Rush

More than 900 attend funeral services for Garrett Reid

LOCAL HEADLINES

  1. Family, Friends Attend Funeral for Garrett Reid (Inquirer)
  2. Program Helps Abuse Survivors Thrive (Tribune)
  3. Man Shot 8 Times Point-Blank, Killed During Home Invasion (MyFoxPhilly)

WEATHER

  • Hot and humid
  • HIGHS: 90°
  • WIND: SE 6 mph

TODAY IN HISTORY

  • 1974 – President Richard Nixon announces his intention to become the first president in American history to resign.
  • 1945 – President Harry Truman signs the United Nations Charter, and the U.S. becomes the first nation to ratify and join the new international organization.
  • 1988 – Gangsta rap hits the mainstream with the release of N.W.A.’s debut album, “Straight Outta Compton.”
  • 1988 – The Chicago Cubs host the first night game in the history of Wrigley Field.

About Tim Ronaldson

When I first joined Elauwit, I figured I’d be here for two years, tops, before advancing my career in journalism somewhere else. That was 2005. Great job or lack of motivation? You decide. | View all posts by Tim Ronaldson