Now That Larry Krasner’s Apologized, Will the Pols Who Flogged Him Do Something About Gun Violence?

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There was ignorance, backlash, backpedaling, and finally, shame. Last week during a press conference, District Attorney Larry Krasner made the ignorant decision to try to […]



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Fans mourn death of The Roots founding member Leonard Hubbard

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Leonard Hubbard, a founding member of The Roots and the hip-hop band’s bassist for 15 years, died Thursday at age 62 after a decade-plus battle with cancer. Nicknamed “Hub,” the West Philadelphia native recorded seven studio albums and performed on tour with the band from 1992-2007.



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New WIP boss Rod Lakin on why trying to replace Angelo Cataldi is a 'failure strategy'

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Rod Lakin, the new brand manager at SportsRadio 94WIP, discusses the differences between Phoenix and Philadelphia, the future of sports talk radio, and how he’ll approach the loss of a ratings powerhouse.



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REESA Convenes Inaugural Global REIT Congress

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The Real Estate Equity Securitization Alliance hosted a conference last week that featured leaders from seven global real estate associations and attracted 100 participants worldwide.



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After TikTok threat, Philly public schools and suburban districts warn parents, increase security

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The School District of Philadelphia on Thursday notified parents about a TikTok challenge that threatened violence at schools in the United States on Friday, Dec. 17. The city school district, as well as suburban school districts in Cherry Hill, Washington Township and Delaware County, said they are increasing security as a precaution.



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The week in Philadelphia-area bankruptcies: Srampickal Developers LLC and 2 more

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This week in Philadelphia business bankruptcies include Srampickal Developers LLC, JB Montgomery Township II LLC and more. For the year, Philadelphia has recorded 75 business bankruptcy filings.



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Giant opens Heirloom Market in Center City's Fashion District

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Giant Heirloom Market opened its fourth location in Philadelphia at 801 Market St., the former home of the historic Strawbridge & Clothier building in Center City. The new store is part of Giant’s major expansion in Philadelphia, where it opened four new stores and a fulfillment center in 2021 and has plans for two more stores.



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REIT Industry Seeing Ample Capital, Rising Rents, & Elevated Asset Values at Year-End

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Stroock’s Evan Hudson says joint venture activity is also notable.



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Mayor Kenney selects Al Schmidt's deputy to fill vacant city commissioners seat

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Seth Bluestein has been nominated by Mayor Jim Kenney to replace Al Schmidt as a Philadelphia city commissioner. Bluestein will join the city’s three-person election board once he receives approval from City Council. The Republican will serve out the remaining two years of Schmidt’s third term and would appear on the ballot in 2023 if he decides to run.



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Opera Philadelphia names Derrell Acon as vice president of people operations and inclusion

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The newly created position at the nonprofit grew out of an equity and inclusion team that formed in 2020, and the role is meant to advance Opera Philadelphia’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.



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