Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Philadelphia.
BB gun recovered at Southwest Philly elementary school
The school was on lockdown for about an hour on Tuesday after police received a report of a student armed with a gun. A male was taken into custody after a BB gun was recovered, police said.
Read the full story on FOX 29.
Drexel professor accused of stealing grant money, using $96K at strip clubs
Professor Chikaodinaka Nwankpa of Drexel University was arrested on Monday, accused of stealing $185,000 in research grant funds, the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office announced. Prosecutors said he spent $96,000 at adult entertainment venues and sports bars.
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Woman who posed as lawyer pleads guilty to defrauding immigrants
Ana Molina of Cherry Hill ran an immigration services business out of an Oxford Circle storefront, pretending to be a lawyer and preying on immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship, officials said.
Read the full story on Philadelphia Inquirer.
Ruby's Diner in Ardmore closes
The '40s-style diner's last day of operation was Sunday, when customers were met with a sign explaining that the restaurant's lease was about to expire.
Read the full story on CBS Philly.
Leaders seek to appoint third party to address asbestos in schools in wake of lawsuit
The teachers union is demanding the school district come up with a better plan for asbestos remediation. On Tuesday, the union filed its first lawsuit against the district over the issue.
Read the full story on CBS Philadelphia.
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