A sneaker marketplace and consignment shop in Philadelphia pulled Kobe Bryant’s sneakers off their shelves Monday after he died Sunday in a helicopter crash. Vin Ho is a manager at Suplex, a…
Month: January 2020
Kobe Bryant’s High School Coach and Fans Mourns His Death
Residents across the tri-state area came to Lower Merion High school to pay their respects to former Lakers’ star Kobe Bryant since the news of his passing. Many fans said they…
The American Red Cross is Suffering a Critical Shortage of Blood
The American Red Cross is calling for people to donate blood because shortages tend to occur at the beginning of the year. Because of this, January is National Blood Donor Month. Alana…
SEPTA Rolls Out New Policy at Jefferson Station
SEPTA implemented a new policy this month at Jefferson Station that requires regional rail riders to swipe their key cards, tickets, and passes upon exit. The policy is part of a larger…
Rain Suppresses Turnout at 7th Annual Anti-Gun Violence Campout in West Kensington
A three-day campout in Northeast Philadelphia to promote peace drew few visitors but remained an important ritual for several attendees. The campout for peace is the 7th annual event organized by Operation…
Atlantic City Mayor Challenges Citizens to Live up to MLK’s Vision Every Day
Citizens from all walks of life marched down MLK, Jr. Blvd in Atlantic City on Monday, singing old gospel hymns and wishing happy birthday to the civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther…
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Philadelphia Residents Say King’s Dream is Not Yet Fulfilled
Philadelphians who attended community services at two local churches during celebrations of Martin Luther King Jr. Day said much remains to be done in terms of unity and equality in American society.
Philadelphia Homeless Shelters Set to Handle Seasonal Influx
Homeless shelters in Philadelphia are filling up as the weather gets colder, but donation centers say they are experiencing an influx of supplies that helps them meet demand. An employee for the…
Temple Students Benefit From Klein College Career Services LinkedIn Workshop
Students who attended Klein College Career Center’s LinkedIn Workshop on Thursday said they learned how to improve their professional online presence. Those who went either came in not having a profile…
South Philadelphia Residents Seeking Answers After December Explosion
South Philadelphia residents said they have more questions than answers a month after a deadly explosion rocked the 1400 block of South Eighth Street. The explosion killed two people and left dozens…