Philadelphia/ Community & Society
Published on September 18, 2019
Top Philadelphia news: Woman shot in face in West Philadelphia; man caught on video stealing tip jarPhoto: Perry Quan/Flickr

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Philadelphia.

Woman shot in face in West Philadelphia

Police say they found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound on Tuesday night in the 5400 block of Stewart Street, at what is believed to be a rooming house.

Read the full story on 6abc Action News.

Man caught on video stealing tip jar from coffee shop

Police say the suspect took the jar off the counter at Philadelphia Java on the 800 block of South Second Street in Queen Village while a worker was busy with a customer.

Read the full story on CBS Philly.

Eagles' wide receiver out for 2 weeks with injury 

An already battered receiving core for the Eagles was handed another blow Tuesday, as DeSean Jackson is expected to be out for two weeks with abdominal strain.

Read the full story on FOX 29.

First human case of West Nile virus reported this year in Philadelphia

There were 17 West Nile virus cases in the city last year.

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Community college introduces new mascot

Rory replaces the school's former mascot, Colonial Phil. Many students thought the former mascot did not represent the college's diversity and inclusivity.

Read the full story on CBS Philly.


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