Legislation

Philadelphia Designates May 21 as Ona Judge Day to Honor Local Heroine of Slavery Escape

Philadelphia City Council honors Ona Judge, who escaped slavery in 1796, by designating May 21 as "Ona Judge Day". The new holiday recognizes her bravery and self-determination.

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City Council Renames Corner of Parkside Avenue and Belmont Avenue in Tribute to Philly's Negro League Legacy

Community activists hailed the decision, citing the park's proximity to Shibe Park, where the legendary Stars once played as part of the Negro Leagues, a vital piece of Philly's rich baseball heritage.

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City Signs Lease Agreement for Holocaust Memorial Plaza in City-Owned Space

New Rules May Curb Late-Night Noise on South Street; Proposed Ordinance Would Limit Bar Hours, Fines for Noise Complaints at Nightspots Near University of Pennsylvania Campus.

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