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Marian Anderson sculpture project is now seeking an artist

PHILADELPHIA — Planners behind the drive to erect a sculpture of Marian Anderson in her hometown are casting about for potential artists and, for the first time, have outlined a detailed timeline for completion of the project.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 28, 2022

In the absence of information about a jail beating death, a family will sue Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — It's been nearly a year since Christopher Hinkle was beaten to death inside a Philadelphia jail cell, but his family says it knows little more about his last moments than it did when first told of his death.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 28, 2022

Eagles 2022 offseason preview: Where does Philadelphia stand at RB?

We're previewing the #Philadelphia #Eagles running backs group entering 2022 #NFL free agency

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 28, 2022

Brian Dawkins on Jonathan Gannon’s growth in year-1 as Eagles’ defensive coordinator

#Philadelphia #Eagles legend and Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins recently weighed in on defensive coordinator Jonathan #Gannon and his growth in year-1 #FlyEaglesFly

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 25, 2022

Too many lockdowns to count: Gun violence has touched everything at one Philly school

PHILADELPHIA — The voice came, loud and insistent, over the loudspeaker: “There’s a lockdown, there’s a lockdown.” Christian Kelly, a 12th grader sitting in his classroom, felt his heart race.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 25, 2022

Malcolm Kenyatta is tired of being told a Black gay man from North Philly can't win Pa.

PHILADELPHIA — Malcolm Kenyatta asks a version of the same question in almost every campaign speech: "Do you want someone who says, 'Vote for me because you have no choice'? Or, 'Vote for me because I understand your life'?"

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 25, 2022

Philly indie-rock artist Shamir's new album focuses on his queer identity. So why is it called 'Heterosexuality'?

PHILADELPHIA — Since moving to Philadelphia from Las Vegas in 2015, Shamir has been an abundantly creative force.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 25, 2022

The Guide #23: it’s always funny on the Always Sunny podcast

In this week’s newsletter: nominally a companion to It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, this bizarre and hilarious podcast is often funniest when it doesn’t even talk about the sitcom at all

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2022

Mothers who fled Afghanistan for Philadelphia are welcoming 16 babies. They got a baby shower

PHILADELPHIA — The invitations were written in Dari, Pashto, and English.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 25, 2022

Firefly lineup announced: Green Day, Halsey, My Chemical Romance and Dua Lipa will headline Delaware music fest in September

PHILADELPHIA — The lineup for the 2022 Firefly Music Festival has been announced, with the four-day gathering at the Woodlands in Dover, Delaware, set to host Green Day, Halsey, My Chemical Romance and Dua Lipa as headliners.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 24, 2022