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At Harrisburg rally, Kamala Harris says she will be a ‘new generation of leadership'; Bucks County extends mail ballot deadline following Trump lawsuit

Crime & Justice

Philly DA says Elon Musk sparked an ‘avalanche’ of inflammatory posts about him after being sued

Top prosecutor Larry Krasner has asked for additional security at an upcoming hearing in his suit against Musk, saying some posts on social media are “inviting political violence.”

Chris Palmer30 minutes ago

The Sixers plan to sit Joel Embiid early and often. They should give fans refunds for games without him.

Marcus Hayes | Columnist

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The NBA fines the Sixers $100,000 for ‘inconsistent’ statements on Joel Embiid’s health

Philly’s largest condo building just underwent major renovations. Here’s how condos in their 60s are keeping up with newer ones.

The Philadelphian, completed in 1963, is wrapping up $18 million in renovations. Philly condo buildings constructed decades or even a century ago are striving to keep up with newer ones.

The Philadelphian's free shuttle bus takes residents to and from Center City, one of the amenities that residents appreciate.

The Philadelphian's free shuttle bus takes residents to and from Center City, one of the amenities that residents appreciate.

Philly’s largest condo building just underwent major renovations. Here’s how condos in their 60s are keeping up with newer ones.

The Philadelphian, completed in 1963, is wrapping up $18 million in renovations. Philly condo buildings constructed decades or even a century ago are striving to keep up with newer ones.

Crime & Justice

Philly officials and religious leaders decry antisemitism and vandalism at historic Old City synagogue: ‘We will not tremble’

Rodrigo Torrejón

Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, of Congregation Mikveh Israel, speaks at a news conference on Wednesday, decrying antisemitism after the synagogue was struck by vandalism and arson.

Rogue Trump statue in Center City commemorates ‘a lifetime of sexual assault’

A statue of former President Donald Trump emblazoned with the plaque that read "In honor of a lifetime of sexual assault," popped up in Maja Park on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 22nd and 24th Streets on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. The statue appears to be staring at Gerhard Marcks' "Maja" statue.

McMillan’s Bakery in South Jersey, noted for its doughnuts and fruit cake, puts its building up for sale

McMillan's Bakery in the Westmont section of Haddon Township, as seen on Oct. 30, 2024, plans to sell its building.

This week in Philly history: Mischief Night escalates into mayhem across the river

A pumpkin carved and painted with skeletons is displayed at the Rise of the Jack O'Lanterns Show in 2016 in Boston.

Newspaper issues of the Star-Ledger, the Times of Trenton, the South Jersey Times and the Express-Times of Easton, Pa., are seen Thursday, April 3, 2014.

End of Star-Ledger print edition and Jersey Journal closure mark the latest changes in N.J. media

Emily Bloch32 minutes ago

A microscopic image shows C. difficile bacteria. Penn researchers are trying to expand the mRNA vaccine platform that saved millions of lives from COVID-19 to target other deadly infectious like C. diff, which kills 30,000 in the U.S. each year.

Could mRNA vaccines conquer another deadly infection? Penn researchers say yes.

Vice President Kamala Harris (left) former President Donald Trump (right)

Kamala Harris and Donld Trump head to the Southwest Thursday, while Tim Walz makes a return to Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump address his supporters at the PPL center in Allentown, Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Trump commented briefly on a remark made by President Joe Biden seemingly referring to Trump's supporters as "garbage."

In Allentown, Trump compares Biden’s ‘garbage’ comment to Clinton’s infamous ‘deplorables’ gaffe

Newspaper issues of the Star-Ledger, the Times of Trenton, the South Jersey Times and the Express-Times of Easton, Pa., are seen Thursday, April 3, 2014.

End of Star-Ledger print edition and Jersey Journal closure mark the latest changes in N.J. media

Emily Bloch32 minutes ago

A microscopic image shows C. difficile bacteria. Penn researchers are trying to expand the mRNA vaccine platform that saved millions of lives from COVID-19 to target other deadly infectious like C. diff, which kills 30,000 in the U.S. each year.

Could mRNA vaccines conquer another deadly infection? Penn researchers say yes.

Vice President Kamala Harris (left) former President Donald Trump (right)

Kamala Harris and Donld Trump head to the Southwest Thursday, while Tim Walz makes a return to Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump address his supporters at the PPL center in Allentown, Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Trump commented briefly on a remark made by President Joe Biden seemingly referring to Trump's supporters as "garbage."

In Allentown, Trump compares Biden’s ‘garbage’ comment to Clinton’s infamous ‘deplorables’ gaffe

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson (left) and Eagles coach Nick Sirianni share a laugh before facing each other during the 2022 season.

Doug Pederson shares his advice for Nick Sirianni and explains why he hasn’t visited his Philly Special statue

Ariel Simpsonan hour ago

Mets owner Steve Cohen (right) will have the money to get free agents this winter. The Phillies, led by John Middleton (left), already have an expensive roster heading into next season.

Flush with offseason cash, Steve Cohen and the Mets have the Phillies in a tricky spot

David Murphy | Columnist

AEW's Wheeler Yuta, right, is also known as Paul Gruber, a Villanova grad who will return to Philadelphia this weekend.

Pain, patience, and kelly green: AEW’s Wheeler Yuta isn’t afraid to let his Philly roots shine through in the ring

Landon Tengwall is a former Penn State guard who was on a path to the NFL. However, a concussion saw him retire from football. He now hosts a podcast called "Behind the Wall."

Penn State Nittany Lions

Former Penn State guard Landon Tengwall left football in his prime. But he’ll never regret it

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2024 Election 🗳️

Your candidate guide to the November election, from president to Pa. House and Senate races

The general election in Pennsylvania is Nov. 5. Here's your guide to candidates on the ballot before you vote.

Aliya Schneider, Katie Bernard, Fallon Roth, Gillian McGoldrick, and Layla A. Jones

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The Inquirer’s 2024 general election endorsement guide
How to vote in Pennsylvania this election with president, Senate, and more on the ballot
How to spot misinformation online and avoid falling for false claims in this presidential election

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Judge extends Bucks County’s in-person mail voting deadline until Friday, after Trump campaign lawsuit

The decision comes as Republicans have grown increasingly frustrated in recent days over the long lines outside the county administration building and satellite offices.

Jeremy Roebuck44 minutes ago

People wait in line to cast on-demand mail ballots at a Bucks County government building in Doylestown.

Six days before the election, mail ballots are down — except for Republicans

Aliya Schneideran hour ago

FILE: Mail-in ballots are sorted and counted Nov. 8, 2022, at Lehigh County Government Center in Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. (Matt Smith / For Spotlight PA)

Pa. Democratic Party sues Erie board of elections over up to 20,000 missing mail ballots in the bellwether county

Gillian McGoldrickan hour ago

Chester County election workers process mail-in and absentee ballots in November 2020 at West Chester University in West Chester.

Activists are challenging the eligibility of hundreds of voters in Philly’s suburbs. Experts say the effort is legally baseless.

Jeremy Roebuck and Katie Bernard

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks to supporters at a rally on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, in Allentown. It was his first major event in Pennsylvania since a crude remark about Puerto Rico was made at a separate campaign rally in New York Sunday.

Donald Trump appeals to supporters in majority-Latino Allentown as his opponents condemn Puerto Rico remarks

Anna Orso and Max Marin

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People cross the Boulevard at Grant Avenue. A state study recommends expanding speed cameras statewide. Currently, they are only on Roosevelt Boulevard as a "pilot" program that will expire in December without legislation.Friday, January 6, 2023.

Inquirer Morning Headlines

👁️ Slow down, Broad Street | Morning Newsletter

Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio (left) and general manager Howie Roseman during training camp at the NovaCare Complex on Aug. 18.

Trade deadline ⏰ | Sports Daily Newsletter

Staff Reports

People cross the Boulevard at Grant Avenue. A state study recommends expanding speed cameras statewide. Currently, they are only on Roosevelt Boulevard as a "pilot" program that will expire in December without legislation.Friday, January 6, 2023.

Inquirer Morning Headlines

👁️ Slow down, Broad Street | Morning Newsletter

Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio (left) and general manager Howie Roseman during training camp at the NovaCare Complex on Aug. 18.

Trade deadline ⏰ | Sports Daily Newsletter

Staff Reports

Philly’s newest sushi chef is a robot | Let’s Eat

The emergency room at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Upper Darby closed in 2022. Its owner, Crozer Health, is backed by private equity. A new report looks at the scope of private-equity investment in local health care.

Private equity’s local health-care grab | Philly Health Insider

Alison McCook and Aubrey Whelan

Philly’s newest sushi chef is a robot | Let’s Eat

The emergency room at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Upper Darby closed in 2022. Its owner, Crozer Health, is backed by private equity. A new report looks at the scope of private-equity investment in local health care.

Private equity’s local health-care grab | Philly Health Insider

Alison McCook and Aubrey Whelan

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Inside the 76: Philly's next generation of classic restaurants

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The French-leaning cooking is both forward-thinking and approachable — always seasonal, often surprising, and unfailingly reliable. It's wine program is another Philly best. — Esra Erol

Amma’s South Indian Kitchen

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

The towering dosa is a tribute to Mama, for whom the restaurant is also named. Beyond the myriad dosas, there are medhu vadai fritters, chile-spiced chukka, fluffy idlis, and kothu parotta. — Craig LaBan

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Angelo’s Pizzeria

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

Is Danny DiGiampietro’s cash-only Bella Vista takeout the best pizzeria, sandwich shop, or cheesesteak slinger? With seeded rolls, thin crusts, grandmas, and upside-down Sicilians, it’s the full South Philly experience. — Michael Klein

Bolo

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

Nowhere puts Boricua flavors on a pedestal quite like Bolo. Chef Yun Fuentes offers dishes like lechon asado, vaca frita, and duck arepas. Pair with a tropical drink and finish with cafe Cubano and buñuelos. — Craig LaBan

Cafe Nhan

MONICA HERNDON / Staff Photographer

This cozy spot on West Passyunk, run by Nhan Vo and Andrew Dinh Vo, is known for the city’s best bún bò Huế. Regulars love the chicken curry, pho, bánh mì, lemongrass chicken, and crispy fish sauce wings. — Craig LaBan

Cantina La Martina

Heather Khalifa / Staff Photographer

Cantina La Martina has been a boon for Kensington. Dionicio Jiménez’s first restaurant showcases Mexican cooking from Puebla. The goat barbacoa, aguachiles, machete quesadillas, and insect-inspired dishes are standouts. — Craig LaBan

Friday Saturday Sunday

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

This intimate Rittenhouse townhouse, named America’s "Outstanding Restaurant" in 2023, offers an eight-course tasting menu. Try the tortellini with country ham or jerk-spiced quail. The downstairs bar is a gem for cocktails. — Craig LaBan

Gabriella’s Vietnam

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

For chef Thanh Nguyen, showing “the world what real Vietnamese food is” includes water fern dumplings, beef carpaccio, Bún Đậu Mắm Tôm vermicelli platter with blood sausage, and the catfish with turmeric and dill. — Craig LaBan

Heavy Metal Sausage Co.

Yong Kim / Staff Photographer

Whether you crave a lieberwurst sandwich, fresh country pâté, or a multicourse dinner, Heavy Metal Sausage Co. delivers. Chef Patrick Alfiero’s adventurous trattoria dinners feature plates like goat tartare and ragù. — Craig LaBan

Honeysuckle Provisions

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

This Afrocentric cafe-market from Cybille St. Aude-Tate and Omar Tate offers black-eyed pea scrapple sandwiches, “Dolla” hoagies, chicken-biscuit sandwiches, and Omar’s “UNTITLED” dinner series about Black life and foodways. — Craig LaBan

Kilimandjaro

Allie Ippolito / For The Inquirer

Kilimandjaro, a West Philly staple since 2005, is back in a new space. Youma Ba greets diners with plantains and couscous. The casual spot serves Senegalese flavors, with dishes like whole fried tilapia and Poulet Senegal. — Margaret Eby

Pera Turkish Cuisine

MONICA HERNDON / Staff Photographer

Whenever I swipe a pita through the meze platter at Pera, dabbing at the creamy eggplant puree or tangy ezme, I’m reminded why this BYOB is packed. The menu features Turkish classics like doner kebab and whole dorado. — Craig LaBan

Sophie’s Kitchen

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

Sophie’s Kitchen, a BYOB, serves some of the best Cambodian dishes on the East Coast. The menu features prahok kteah dip, green papaya salad, lemongrass stir-fries, somlaw machu kroeung, and crispy chicken wings. — Craig LaBan

White Yak Restaurant

Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer

The momos — chili variety, pleated Himalayan dumplings, or moneybag-shaped fried firecrackers dressed in tangy sauce — merit a trek to this Tibetan BYOB. Chef-owner Treley Parshingtsang has many other tricks up her sleeve. — Jenn Ladd

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Harry Philbrick, PAFA’s interim museum director, is optimistic about the future

The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is changing but it will survive, the museum's interim head said.

The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Oct. 22, 2024.

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First look at Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen in ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere’

Spruce Springsteen in 1985 (left) and actor Jeremy Allen White who portrays The Boss in a film currently in production in New Jersey.

Colman Domingo’s new Netflix show, ‘The Madness’ drops a teaser

FILE - Colman Domingo poses for a portrait to promote the film "Sing Sing" during the Toronto International Film Festival, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in Toronto. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP, File)

Bojan Spassoff, long-time ballet teacher and leader, has died at 79

Stephanie (front left) and Bojan Spassoff (center) turned out generations of top ballet dancers at the Rock School for Dance Education.

A robot is making Philly’s best new grab-and-go sushi

Tuna, salmon, yellowjack, and Californ-I-a rolls from Fishtown Seafood, which has locations in Fishtown and Fitler Square, with two more on the way, in Haddonfield and Chestnut Hill.

Elon Musk speaks before Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday

Crime & Justice

Philly DA says Elon Musk sparked an ‘avalanche’ of inflammatory posts about him after being sued

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Isaiah Miller lost control of a red Ford Taurus he had been driving on April 24 and crashed into a bridge embankment in Brookhaven. Four people, including Miller, died in the crash.

Crime & Justice

Philly families sue Pa. State Police over fatal pursuit in Delaware County

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Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, of Congregation Mikveh Israel, speaks at a news conference on Wednesday, decrying antisemitism after the synagogue was struck by vandalism and arson.

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Philly officials and religious leaders decry antisemitism and vandalism at historic Old City synagogue: ‘We will not tremble’

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Investigators retrieved heroin, guns, and other contraband from several North Philadelphia homes connected with the sale of "Bad Bunny" narcotics, according to the Chester County District Attorney's Office.

Crime & Justice

Philly-based ‘Bad Bunny’ heroin ring spread drugs in Chester County, leading to multiple deaths, DA says

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Philly DA says Elon Musk sparked an ‘avalanche’ of inflammatory posts about him after being sued

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Isaiah Miller lost control of a red Ford Taurus he had been driving on April 24 and crashed into a bridge embankment in Brookhaven. Four people, including Miller, died in the crash.

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Philly-based ‘Bad Bunny’ heroin ring spread drugs in Chester County, leading to multiple deaths, DA says

Health & Science

A microscopic image shows C. difficile bacteria. Penn researchers are trying to expand the mRNA vaccine platform that saved millions of lives from COVID-19 to target other deadly infectious like C. diff, which kills 30,000 in the U.S. each year.

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A canvasser with the Silver Wave Tour speaks to a voter in West Philadelphia last week.

In purple Pennsylvania, older climate activists tell would-be voters, ‘We caused it. We can solve it.’

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland could be put into receivership as part of an unprecedented move by Pennsylvania's attorney general.

Crozer Health may be placed into state control, an unprecedented move after years of financial turmoil

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A microscopic image shows C. difficile bacteria. Penn researchers are trying to expand the mRNA vaccine platform that saved millions of lives from COVID-19 to target other deadly infectious like C. diff, which kills 30,000 in the U.S. each year.

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Sister Rosemarie grew up in Rochester, N.Y., and joined the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany when she was 18.

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland could be put into receivership as part of an unprecedented move by Pennsylvania's attorney general.

Crozer Health may be placed into state control, an unprecedented move after years of financial turmoil

Harold Brubaker and Sarah Gantz

Demonstrators gather outside the Pennsylvania Convention Center — where votes were being counted — on Friday, Nov. 6, 2020.

Don’t believe Trump’s lies about the 2020 vote count being rigged in Philly. I know it wasn’t, because I was there.

Former President Donald Trump sits for a town hall meeting with South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem in Oaks, Pa., Monday, October 14, 2024

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Migrants are gathered inside the fence of a makeshift detention center in El Paso on March 27, 2019.

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