With the deadline to file particular person earnings taxes coming into view (it’s April 15, of us!), there could be plenty of stress. Returns and refunds could be tough to navigate, and it may be robust for many who want additional help to seek out correct — and free — sources.
Billy Penn is right here to assist. In case you battle with the place to begin or by no means had a lot instruction, we’ve compiled a information to get you began and accomplished with time to spare — except your ritual is to file simply earlier than midnight on Tuesday, April 15. Proceed studying…
A brand new tour in Philadelphia is providing guests a glimpse into town’s Prohibition-era underworld. The Philly Mob Tour, organized by Founding Footsteps, takes members by way of the streets of Philadelphia, exploring tales of mob bosses, bootleggers and legislation enforcement crackdowns that formed town from the Nineteen Twenties to at this time. We gave it a spin. Proceed studying…
RECAP: What else occurred?
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• Democrats will retain management of the narrowly divided Pa. Home after Democrat Dan Goughnour received an Allegheny County particular election, in line with unofficial outcomes. [Spotlight PA]
• Gov. Shapiro is pushing again in opposition to a Trump admin effort to withhold $13 million in contracts from Pa. farmers who assist meals banks. [Capital-Star]
• All analysis at Penn has been halted after the Trump admin froze $175 million in funding as retroactive punishment for permitting a trans athlete to compete in 2021-2022. Affected work was finding out chemical warfare, hospital-acquired infections, virus prevention, quantum computing, and extra. [WHYY/TheDP.com]
• Can a lawsuit in opposition to a number of oil firms proceed? Bucks County says Massive Oil ought to pay for damages. [WHYY]
• A zoning invoice meant to punish “unhealthy actors” handed in Philly Metropolis Council, however some argue it’s merely extra crimson tape. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly]
• A strike has been averted after employees reached a tentative settlement with the Neighborhood Faculty of Phila., following a prolonged negotiation interval. [6ABC/Billy Penn]
• A “Small however Mighty” armada of toys and fashions representing 400 years of maritime historical past are featured in a brand new exhibit at Philly’s Seaport Museum. [WHYY]
Weekly temporary on gun violence prevention (with PCGVR)
We publish this report every week in partnership with the Philadelphia Heart for Gun Violence Reporting.
By the numbers in Philadelphia
- 18: Capturing victims recorded from March 16 by way of March 22, together with 3 fatalities, in line with metropolis knowledge. Throughout the earlier week, 17 taking pictures victims have been recorded, together with 3 fatalities. Go to the Philadelphia Capturing Victims Dashboard for more information. [data.phila.gov]
- 48: Yr-to-date homicides, down 31% vs. final yr’s tempo; down 46% vs. 5 years in the past [Philly Police]
Philly DA Race
Candidate appearances:
MAYOR WATCH
The Mayor will be part of elected officers and group members to ship remarks on the official street-naming ceremony and celebration for hometown star Will Smith, at 2000 N. 59th St. (9 a.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
👭🏽 Ladies’s Historical past Month occasions in Philly
🙌🏽 WHYY Civic Information Convention – April 4
🦌 Wednesday, March 26: Mammal Crafts
Find out about native mammals on the John Heinz Nationwide Wildlife Refuge and make a craft with Pa. Recreation Fee rangers. Meet underneath the pavilion. No registration wanted. (4 to six p.m.)
❤️ Wednesday, March 26: Pitch-A-Good friend
Renata’s in College Metropolis hosts the most recent occasion the place individuals do 3- to 5-minute displays on what makes their buddy dateable. Free to attend. (7 p.m.)
🌭 Thursday, March 27: Phillies House Opener & Greenback Canine
Be part of Evil Genius Beer Co. for a gap day get together with greenback canine and baseball-themed brews. Plus, a pop-up from Minor Particulars, that includes Philly-themed attire and decor. Free and family-friendly. (3 to 7 p.m.)
🧘🏽♀️Thursday, March 27: Mosaic Meditations
An immersive sound bathtub meditation at Philadelphia Magic Gardens. $35 per individual. (6 to eight p.m.)
📚 Thursday, March 27: E book Swap & Studying Occasion
Seize a well-worn e book out of your assortment and head to Ray Philly (1525 N. American Avenue), the place you’ll wrap your e book and swap with a stranger, take heed to a set from DJ Sylo, and luxuriate in cozy tea and snacks whereas sharing area and dialog. $30 for e book swap/get together; Free to attend. (6 to eight p.m.)
🥘 Friday, March 28: F(ish) Fry Fundraiser
Take pleasure in a banana flower fried fish platter with waffle fries, for decide up or dine-in, plus a raffle and giveaways at Nourish Plant Primarily based Cafe. Within the course of, assist The Greenbus Initiative, which helps youth go to historic and impactful inexperienced areas. $23 per individual.
🛍️ Friday, March 28: Trans Day of Visibility 2025: Vendor Market & Vogue Present
Have fun on the William Method LGBTQ Neighborhood Heart with a lineup of trans makers, artists and creatives at their indoor vendor market, then stick round for a one-of-a-kind trend present that includes trans designers and fashions — with all appears styled from Philly AIDS Thrift. (4 to eight p.m.)
💥 Saturday, March 29: 2025 Moore Faculty Comics Expo
The Comics Expo, now in its second yr, will deliver dozens of up-and-coming skilled comedian artists to Moore to show and promote their work. Free with registration. (10 a.m. to five p.m.)
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