RECAP: Looking back on the week that was
How can Philly “shut down” Kensington’s massive open-air drug market?
When Mayor Cherelle Parker took office in January, she said one of her priorities was “to permanently shut down open-air drug markets, including in Kensington.” BP’s Meir Rinde spoke to experts on what’s been done, what could come next, and how likely it is to succeed.
Herr’s latest ‘Flavored by Philly’ finalists each have merits, taste-testers say
Herr’s has brought out a new trio of Philly-themed chip flavors. BP’s Nick Kariuki oversaw a taste test, and reports on the winner.
Transit advocates offer water to bus passengers and demand a new station
A long-term indoor location for Philly’s main intercity bus terminal remains elusive, though a solution is being evaluated. Even so, the current situation remains a hot, sweaty mess.
Jared McCain is only the beginning of this new generation of pro athletes
The Sixers’ first-round pick in the NBA Draft comes with shooting skills and a lot more — including millions of social media followers.
VISION: Looking forward to the week ahead
Johnny Doc sentencing
Prosecutors will seek up to 14 years in prison for twice-convicted labor leader John Dougherty on bribery and embezzlement charges at his sentencing this week. Also sought: an order to force him to contribute to $2.1 million in restitution to Local 98 of the IBEW, the union he led for nearly 30 years.
Biden in town Sunday
President Joe Biden, fresh off a TV interview that played to mixed reviews, will be in Philly Sunday morning to attend a church service before heading to Harrisburg later in the day. Details about which church were not shared by Saturday morning. Biden was originally expected in Philly Friday at a the annual conference of the National Education Association, but a strike by staff led to the trip being cancelled.
A summer cooldown
After a broiling weekend and a hot start to the summer, the second half of the coming week should bring some relief, with highs in the low 80s.
Catch up on the previous week
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