The Philadelphia Tribune

01/10/2026

Happy weekend!

01/09/2026

District Attorney Larry Krasner recognized Robert Listenbee on Friday, announcing his retirement as first assistant in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. Listenbee is heralded for increasing diversion programs for the city’s youth and reducing the number of kids in out-of-home placement.

Robert Listenbee has worked with the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office for over seven years, after leading juvenile justice efforts for former President Barack Obama.

01/09/2026

Most respondents to the School District of Philadelphia’s recent facilities survey favored renovating neighborhood schools rather than closing them, citing strong community support and the importance of having a high-quality school nearby.

Most respondents to the School District of Philadelphia’s recent facilities survey favored renovating neighborhood schools rather than closing them, citing strong community support and the importance of having a high-quality

01/09/2026

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01/09/2026

The governor will seek his fourth statewide election after two successful bids as attorney general in 2016 and 2020. He defeated state Sen. Doug Mastriano to become governor in 2022 with more than 3.03 million votes, a Pennsylvania record for a statewide candidate.

Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis formally began their reelection campaign Thursday with social media posts and two rallies at opposite ends of Pennsylvania.

01/09/2026

The gathering preceded a vigil in honor of Good outside of City Hall on Thursday evening. Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent when she pulled off in an SUV, a few blocks from the site where the DA called “the torturous” murder of George Floyd.

District Attorney Larry Krasner joined Sheriff Rochelle Bilal and City Councilmembers Jamie Gauthier, Michael O’Rourke, Rue Landau, and Kendra Brooks to condemn the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by

01/08/2026

The 2026 Actor Awards nominations — one of the most significant moments in awards season, where actors honor actors — were announced Wednesday morning by Janelle James and Connor Storrie.

01/08/2026

Jan. 19 will mark the federal observance of civil rights leader the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. The Greater Philadelphia King Day of Service is the oldest and largest in the nation and includes service opportunities across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

Plans for the 31st annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service were announced Wednesday at Temple University.

01/07/2026

City and state officials, school leaders, educators and community organizations gathered Wednesday for the School District of Philadelphia’s third annual State of the Schools address at Thomas Alva Edison High School.

City and state officials, school leaders, educators and community organizations gathered Wednesday for the School District of Philadelphia’s third annual State of the Schools address at Thomas Alva Edison High

01/07/2026

At first glance, the James Dobson School seems modest, but inside, its classrooms thrive with big ideas and high achievement.

From students selecting new library books to tackling accelerated math courses, Dobson has fostered a culture where every voice matters and every student has a chance to shine.

“We like to say we’re small but mighty,” said Principal Khloé Williams-Lawani. “We’re a K–8 school of about 250 students, and while we’re small, the work doesn’t change.

At first glance, the James Dobson School seems modest, but inside, its classrooms thrive with big ideas and high achievement.

01/07/2026

Former U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz endorsed Dr. Ala Stanford on Tuesday in the Democratic primary to replace the retiring U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans.

Former U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz endorsed Dr. Ala Stanford on Tuesday in the Democratic primary to replace the retiring U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans.

01/06/2026

Repairs to the SEPTA trolley tunnel have been completed with the tunnels possibly reopening mid-January, officials at the authority announced on its website.

Repairs to the SEPTA trolley tunnel have been completed with the tunnels possibly reopening mid-January, officials at the authority announced on its website.