Special sidewalk for texting while walking; April Fools … sort of
London once tried something similar to this – for real. So many pedestrians were bumping into lampposts that the government covered all impediments along one road with white padding.
Local film works to teach Mayor Nutter what dignified homelessness is really like
There’s just a few more weeks before Mayor Nutter’s ban on feeding the homeless outdoors goes into effect. And this is just the latest effort to prove his plan won’t work and will, in turn, negatively affect the homeless community.
Rick Santorum drops out of presidential race; will run for Philadelphia mayor
The quirky, controversial former Pennsylvania state senator says he can better serve the people at a local level. Plus, as he says, Philadelphia needs a white, Republican mayor. Oh boy, let the discussion begin!
Bruce Springsteen, Michael Nutter, NAACP talk Trayvon Martin and what can be done
At his March 28 show in Philadelphia, Bruce Springsteen dedicated his song “American Skin (41 Shots)” to Trayvon Martin. Last night, Mayor Michael Nutter, the Philadelphia NAACP and members of the community gathered at LOVE Park to discuss a local action plan.
Smile pretty – you’ll soon be on more security cameras than ever
As part of a crime update issued Thursday, Mayor Michael Nutter said the city will install 50 more surveillance cameras and help buy some for private businesses.
The shooting of Trayvon Martin, and Philly’s own quest for gun laws
A Florida teen was shot to death by a wary neighbor, under a law that doesn’t work for all cases. Similarly, Philadelphia has to follow state gun laws that don’t always fit.
SEPTA transit officers on strike; should we walk around the city?
The Fraternal Order of Transit Police wants a 2 percent increase in their officers’ pensions. SEPTA management says they get a high enough pension already.
State Senator Larry Farnese doesn’t believe that two wrongs don’t make a right
Apparently, Democratic state Senator Larry Farnese’s mother didn’t teach him basic lessons. Or, more likely, Farnese didn’t listen. He wants invasive tests for men seeking ED pills, just because Republicans proposed ridiculous tests for women who want an abortion.
Why Philadelphia matters in the Republican presidential nomination
Republicans may be headed for a brokered convention. One place that can make that happen is Pennsylvania – and the biggest place that might sway the state is Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter wants to ban feeding the homeless outdoors
In theory, Michael Nutter’s plan to ban feeding the homeless outdoors makes sense. It’s safer to feed the hungry indoors, where other services can be provided. But there are groups that think the plan is misguided, and the story is getting national coverage because of this.
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