Philadelphia
Group claims credit for Yahya Sinwar vandalism while criticizing DP, denying Penn affiliation
The group wrote in a statement to The Daily Pennsylvanian that “the decision to place these tags was a spontaneous one” and denied any affiliation to the University.
Philadelphia Writing Project launches initiative to highlight histories of Black youth
The initiative, supported by a grant from the Spencer Foundation, aims to incorporate digital, written, art, performance, and other forms of media to create a dynamic archive focusing on stories of Philadelphia’s Black youth.
Sens. Casey, Warnock stress importance of youth engagement in Phila. campaign stop
Casey and Warnock urged attendees to continue to participate in grassroots campaigning and to encourage their friends to turn out to vote on Nov. 5.
Penn’s search of off-campus property draws concern from politicians as Phila. DA reports 'no role' in warrant execution
A spokesperson for the DA's office confirmed to the DP that it had “reviewed and approved a search warrant for a location in West Philadelphia."
Delco Steaks, High Street Hoagies to vacate Franklin's Table by end of month
Delco Steaks is closing its doors just shy of two years since they opened at Franklin's Table, while High Street Hoagies has held a stall in the food hall for six years.
West Philadelphia community members gather to protest proposed 76ers arena
The meeting is part of a citywide effort against the arena led by the No Arena in Chinatown Solidarity Group.
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, United Auto Workers president rally Phila. voters for Harris
At the “Get Out the Early Vote” rally, Ocasio-Cortez and Fain encouraged an energized crowd of around 250 attendees to continue canvassing and door knocking in the final two weeks leading up to Election Day.
Penn executes search warrant as pro-Palestinian activists allege ‘raid’ of student organizers’ house
The warrant was reviewed by the Philadelphia District Attorney's office and approved by a bail commissioner, the University said.
Ochatto ordered to temporarily close following nine health code violations
The restaurant accumulated a total of nine violations of the Philadelphia Health Code, according to an inspection report available on the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s website.
Harris makes direct appeal to Republicans, independents at campaign stop in Philadelphia suburbs
In front of a crowd of nearly 200 people in Bucks County, Harris made an appeal to moderate and Republican voters to put "country over party"
Suspect in Penn Presbyterian hit-and-run surrenders to police
The suspect's surrender followed a press conference held on Oct. 15 by leadership from the Philadelphia Police Department and the City of Philadelphia at Penn Presbyterian.
NextGen America seeks to increase youth voter turnout with registration tables around Penn campus
NextGen America, the nation's largest youth voter organization, is focused on encouraging Penn students to vote in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
Greek Lady ordered to cease operations following numerous health code violations
The restaurant amassed 19 Philadelphia Health Code violations, according to the most recent inspection report published on the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s website.
Pro-Palestinian student activists denounce Penn, call Oct. 7 Hamas attacks ‘a necessary step’
The statement was published following an Oct. 7 march and rally that culminated in at least four individuals being arrested in front of Pennovation Works — a Penn facility housing Ghost Robotics.
Jameson, Penn officials visit Weitzman Museum exhibition about Oct. 7 Hamas attacks
The Weitzman Museum invited representatives from Penn, Drexel University, Temple University, and Germantown Friends School for the Oct. 9 visit.
Gwen Walz visits Phila. for campaign event to mobilize LGBTQ+ voters
On Thursday, Walz emphasized the importance of political engagement and highlighted the pro-LBGTQ+ record of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
Pa. attorney general candidate Eugene DePasquale and Rep. Ro Khanna speak at Penn Dems event
During the talk — which was co-sponsored by the Andrea Mitchell Center for the Study Of Democracy and the Government and Politics Association — DePasquale and Khanna spoke about civic engagement ahead of the upcoming election and answered questions from roughly 50 attendees.
Three nurses injured in hit-and-run at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
According to police, the incident occurred at 4:22 a.m. on Saturday after a man driving a silver Jeep Cherokee dropped off a shooting victim in the ambulance bay at Penn Presbyterian.
Wolf Humanities Center hosts linguist, columnist Ben Zimmer for lecture on “keywords”
Zimmer — who was a research associate at Penn’s former Institute for Research in Cognitive Science from 2005 to 2006 — gave a presentation on lexicology and linguistics followed by a question and answer session with roughly 40 attendees.