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Top Philadelphia news: 15-year-old is 108th minor gunfire victim; teens assault pizza driver; more

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Published on December 06, 2019
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Read on for the most recent top news you may have missed in Philadelphia.

15-year-old girl is city's 108th minor gunfire victim this year

The girl was shot in the lower back Thursday evening near the intersection of 55th and Vine streets in West Philadelphia.

Read the full story on 6abc Action News.

Teens assault delivery driver, steal 9 pizzas in Nicetown-Tioga

Police say one of the teens, who was armed with a semi-automatic handgun, struck the victim in the head while demanding money and his keys. The delivery driver was able to fight off the teens.

Read the full story on CBS Philly.

City launches 10-year ‘urban forest’ plan 

The 10-year strategy aims to grow the city's tree canopy as part an effort to address climate change and the heat island effect that makes some parts of urban areas hotter than others.

Read the full story on Philadelphia Inquirer.

Mayor threatens to block changes to controversial 10-year tax abatement

Mayor Jim Kenney told City Council he would not sign pending legislation to change the city’s 10-year tax abatement unless Council members change the bill.

Read the full story on Philadelphia Inquirer.

Activists to hold gun turn-in program

The program begins on Saturday at several locations.

Read the full story on CBS Philadelphia.


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