Immigrants in Philly stress about their futures under Trump
Will incoming President Trump really succeed in launching a wave of mass sweeps, detentions and deportations immediately after he takes office January 20, as he has vowed to do? Will he really be able to end temporary protected status for Haitians, Venezuelans, Ukrainians and others, and strip citizenship from some naturalized immigrants?
“At this point, it’s the not knowing what’s going to happen,” said a woman who is among the tens of thousands of Philadelphians who are undocumented or have some type of temporary legal status. Some are making plans, some aren’t, but nearly all are anxious. Continue reading…
Hey kids, this is a ‘snow day’
There wasn’t all that much snow, but the Philadelphia School District closed schools for Monday, and some parents got to share the special fun of a snow day. The district will be open for business Tuesday, either in-school or as a remote learning day. Check out photos, final snow totals and the outlook for Tuesday’s commute.
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Former Pa. Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine stayed focused on her federal post, even as anti-trans politics swirled around her. [NPR]
• Victims of the gas explosion in Port Richmond on New Year’s Day 2023 are suing PECO and PGW. [Inq$$]
• With regular season over, Eagles assistant coaches being targeted by other NFL teams. [PennLive]
• A painting bought at a Glenside thrift store for $10 was actually a work by an artist from 19th Century Philly’s Black elite. [WHYY]
• A former city worker’s play is up for a Pulitzer Prize, telling a story of an iconic Harlem bookstore owner. [CBS3]
• “Abbott Elementary” standout Sheryl Lee Ralph is getting her own star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. [PhillyVoice]
MAYOR WATCH
The mayor has no scheduled appearances Tuesday.
ON THE CALENDAR
❤️ Through Saturday, Jan. 11: Philly Loves Bowie Week
From Bowie-themed karaoke at Johnny Brenda’s and a dance party at Trestle Inn, to Fishtown Choir performing and a massive concert at Theatre of Living Arts, this week of events celebrating the musical icon has something for everyone. Various dates, times and locations.
🏥 Thursday, Jan. 09: Healthy New Year Health Fair
Get free blood pressure screenings, health resources, and other community activities at Temple Health – Chestnut Hill. (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
❓ Friday, Jan. 10: Game Show Palooza
This “trivia fusion” merges trivia with video gaming at Evil Genius Beer Company. It’s interactive, uses different game show formats, and uses your own mobile device instead of paper & pencil. Free. (7 to 9 p.m.)
🎤 Saturday, Jan. 11: 90s Karaoke Singalong
Wet your whistle and sing to nostalgic 90s songs while fully sober, at Philly’s Nutmeg NonAlcoholic Beer and Market! Free for the first 25 guests.
🏎️ Jan. 11 through Jan. 20: Philadelphia Auto Show
The Auto Show returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center for another year. Tickets are $12 to $20.
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