🚨 911 dispatch deficiencies

Complaint Alleges Discrimination in Bucks Schools

The NAACP has joined with several Bucks County families in filing a federal civil rights complaint that accuses the Pennridge School District of discriminating against students based on race and LGBTQ identity. They say the district has failed to address rampant bullying, including the frequent use of racial slurs and threats of violence, and that policies like prohibiting the display of Pride flags in classrooms allow discrimination to persist. Pennridge is one of the districts where Democrats who hope to overturn such policies won big gains in the recent school board election. [WHYY/NBC10]

Sixers Coach Stands By Kelly Oubre Jr.

Addressing suspicions that the Sixers forward made up his account of being hit by a car while walking near his home in Center City, coach Nick Nurse said he believed Oubre Jr.’s story. Philadelphia police said Wednesday that surveillance video from the time and location where Oubre Jr. said he was struck in a hit-and-run showed no evidence of the incident. Creating even more confusion, TMZ published Ring camera footage from Oubre Jr.’s apartment showing him wheeling a bike into his home after the accident. [Inquirer]

Police Seek Airport Luggage Thief

Philadelphia police have recovered nine suitcases that were stolen from Philadelphia International Airport, and have a warrant out for the arrest of the suspect. One of the pieces of luggage contained an Apple AirTag, which allowed an investigative reporter for ABC6 to track its meandering journey around the region, ultimately leading police to identify the suspect. [ABC6]

Many of you correctly identified last week’s challenge as the statue standing outside the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) at 7th and Arch Streets.

Well done, Hey Philly readers Shannon W., Nancy K., Kisha B., John P., Gregg W., and Nicole V. !

You can catch more work made by the sculptor, John Rhoden, at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, which is displaying the very first comprehensive retrospective of his work through April 2024. S/o to Hey Philly reader Monica M. for submitting this image!

This week’s challenge comes from Hey Philly reader Nicole V., who has correctly identified the last TWO landmarks. If you also submitted an image this week, don’t fret. We’re keeping some extras in our back pocket for the next time our readers get stumped.

Here's your next test:

Submit your guess for where to find this poster and we’ll drop your name in the newsletter next week!

🏃Philadelphia Marathon Weekend | Saturday and Sunday | Races Start at 7 a.m.

Cheer on runners in Saturday’s half marathon and the big Kahuna on Sunday. [Free, See course map]

🌳 PHS Volunteer Tree Planting | Through Sunday | Times Vary

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s neighborhood Tree Tenders groups are seeking volunteers to help plant 1,800 street trees across the city. [Free, Multiple Locations]

💃 Disco Drag Brunch at Dock Street Brewery | Saturday | 11 a.m.

Enjoy a 70s-themed drag show over brunch. [$20, Point Breeze]

🍸 Friendsgiving Bar Crawl | Saturday | 7:30 p.m.

Explore Fairmount bars and make new friends. [Free, Fairmount]

🐕‍ The National Dog Show | Saturday | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Up to 2,000 canines compete for best in show in The Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s competition. It will be broadcast on Thanksgiving, but you can see it live at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center [$16, Oaks]

🎸 Bob Dylan at The Fillmore | Sunday | 8 p.m.

The legendary singer-songwriter brings his Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to Philly. [$89+, Fishtown]

👹 Shrek Rave at Theatre of Living Arts | Saturday | 9 p.m.

“IT'S DUMB JUST COME HAVE FUN,” the organizers say about this Shrek-themed dance party. [$38, Queen Village]

🏳️‍🌈 GayBINGO! | Saturday | 7 p.m.

A monthly bingo game hosted by a troupe of drag queens. This month’s theme is “Best in Show,” paying homage to The National Dog Show. [$40, Center City]

Philly Voter Turnout Increased, 911 Dispatch Problems & Holiday Shopping Plans

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss local and statewide voter turnout this general election and how understaffing at 911 call centers in Philly impacts emergency response times. Plus, how Philly is gearing up for holiday shopping this year.