City Cast Philly
🐶 How Philadelphians showed up for this pup
January 7, 2025 · — Ava Wojnowski
Hey Philly! Let’s break down the recent crime trends in Philly. The city’s homicide rate dropped 35% in 2024 compared to the previous year. And over the last two years, the number of shootings went down by almost half. But are Philadelphians safer?
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🦅 🏈 Playoffs, Here We Come!
On Sunday at 4:30 p.m., the Eagles host their first playoff game against the Green Bay Packers (growing up in Wisconsin, this match-up really feels like my coworkers vs my family 😱). As the second seed, the Eagles are 4.5-point favorites, according to the oddsmakers. [Axios]
🪧 The Kimmel Center Could See a Strike
After months of negotiations with no contract in sight, ushers at the Kimmel Center, Academy of Music, and Miller Theater have agreed to authorize union leaders to call a strike as soon as Jan. 8. The union is looking for a 27% raise and adjustments in work rules. [🔒 The Inquirer]
🖼️ Historic Art Piece Found At Suburban Thrift
William H. Dorsey’s 1864 painting depicting Black wealth had been missing. That is until someone bought it for $10 at a thrift store in the suburbs. This oval-shaped landscape is now on display at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. [WHYY]
🏅 This ‘Philly Girl’ Is Saving Lives
Bella Vista resident Fran Visco has been awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal for her work to end breast cancer. She has led the National Breast Cancer Coalition for 30 years and became an advocate after she was diagnosed herself at 39 years old. You’re making Philly proud, Fran! [KYW]
What To Do
Tuesday, Jan. 7
- 🏋️ Senior Strength Training | 3 p.m. | Free | Whitman
- ♟️ Adult Chess Club | 4 p.m. | Free | Northeast
- 🤣 Comedian Joe Mande | 7:30 p.m. | $32.05 | Fishtown
- 🌼 Driving Miss Daisy | 7:30 p.m. | $25+ | Center City
- 🏒 Flyers vs Maple Leafs | 7:30 p.m. | $25 | South Philly
Wednesday, Jan. 8
- 🩰 Art of Auditioning Workshop | 4:30-6 p.m. | $65 | Bryn Mawr
- 🏀 Sixers vs Wizards | 7 p.m. | $6+ | South Philly
- 🕺 MJ the Musical | 7:30 p.m. | $39+ | Center City
The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection is staying true to its name ♥️ 🐶 A Philly resident posted on Facebook that it was their 14-year-old pup’s last day alive and Philadelphians showed up to give lots of treats and pets to send her off with love 🥺
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