Completed in 1984 one of philadelphias first high rises it has fallen into a state of deck a, calling it a graffiti ridden decay and blight. At the turn of the century, the home of the nouveau rich during the industrial bloom, but known as philadelphias first integrated hotel. Done by father divine, who called himself god all mighty here on earth. Now it gets a new lease on life, born again, by an ambitious developer that is getting a lot of local and state dollars to make it happen, creating luxury apartments and 20,000 square feet of retail space. The redevelopment is hailed as one more sign that north broad street itself for many miles up to Temple University is on its way back to vibrancy. Vernon odom, channel 6 action news. Thank you. Philadelphia mayor michael nutter, addressed more issues about the papal visit and tried to stir up excitement, with pope francis visit less than two weeks away, the mayor urged all philadelphians to make preparation, he says it may seem like an inco
In the ribs. I want to note that mr. Fontenot was not involved in the armed robbery. We had two tell us what happened here. Obviously, its days tasteful and we dont wish anyone to go through. Reporter he has a preliminary hearing set for the end of march on aggravated assault charges. Doug shimell, nbc10 news. Philadelphia police are looking for a man who stabbed a Delivery Driver in a dining hall bathroom at La Salle University this afternoon. The driver was washing his hands in the bathroom around 2 00 when the suspect stabbed him in the shoulder. Police have not released a motive. The driver is in stable condition. La salle placed the school on lockdown while they investigated. They did a really good job letting us know. I texted my parents at 2 00 and by 2 06 la salle notified us of the lockdown and what happened. They let us know really fast. La salle lifted the lockdown after about 45 minutes. From our south Jersey Bureau, a teacher at Gloucester County institute of technology un
Identified, junior offensive lineman dion dawkins and red shirt sophomore linebacker Hasan Reddick as players now under investigation. They are facing charges of assault, criminal conspiracy hain Reckless Endangerment for at alleged attack of a student at an off campus event back in january. Temple university released this statement, it read, quote, the university has and will continue to fully cooperate with the Philadelphia Police department, in its investigation, and will take appropriate actions outlined in the student conduct code. The the two students have been suspended from the Football Team activity pending further investigation. Were also following breaking news this afternoon a u. S. Air force vet has been arrested accused of trying to join the terror group isis. A grand jury has indicted tyrod Nathan Webster pew on charges of trying to give material spot to that terror group and also in charge of obstruction of justice. Authorities alleged that pugh traveled from egypt to t
That fraternity is now suspended. Good evening to you im jessica dean. Im chris may. Investigators are releasing new details about these scandalous allegations tonight. Our david spunt is live with the very latest, cave i had . Reporter penn state spokesmen released a statement and used the words appalling and offensive just a few word he used. This is search warrant and Authorities Say it is just the start of the investigation, warrant has over a dozen photographs but Police Believe there are many more out there. The the warrant has over a dozen photographs but Police Believe that there are many more out there. Imaging are disturbing i will tell thaw. Reporter State College Police Say Members of the dell capaa row posted pictures of nude women, showed pictures of hazing and drug transactions. The page operated as a secret page but former Fraternity Member raised the red flag and went to police. I will say one report of Sexual Assault or Sexual Harassment or exploit cakes which much of
Flowing. Five people taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Many people displaced. This is the most devastating thing ive ever seen in my life. Reporter flames poured out rita grace Apartment Homes on academy road for hours. The fire started just after 4 30 and as night fell, crews were still at it. A lot of stuff is still inside. The only things i got out was the kids and the animals an few things of clothing. Crystal lives in the complex and shes not sure if anything will be there when she gets home. Horrible. Terrible. I dont really know i never been through this before. I dont know how to react it to. Reporter over 100 residents are without a home. Because the spread through the walls and extended to the third floor. At that point we start evacuating all the occupants out of the building. Reporter crews helped displaced residents get on to buses that took them to lincoln high school. Temporary shelter where many will wait for more information. Im stunned. Im speechless. I could